How did America’s Deadliest Election change the future of democracy? Sharon McMahon is joined by CNN's Dana Bash to discuss a lesser known chapter of history and how this pivotal moment forever changed the course of history.Credits:Host and Executive Producer: Sharon McMahonSupervising Producer: Melanie Buck ParksAudio Producer: Craig Thompson
Jun 29
How Women Won WWII: Rosie the Riveter Was Just the Beginning
Over the next few weeks, we’ll explore the incredibly varied and complex roles women stepped into during World War II. No, they weren’t GIs. They didn’t land at the beach on Normandy on D-Day, or face military combat, but without a doubt, the roles they performed shaped the way t ... Show More
31m 50s
Sep 2025
Heather Cox Richardson on Donald Trump, MAGA and How We Fight Back
It can feel like all is lost under Trump 2.0, but America has faced extremely dark chapters before and come out on the other side. Heather Cox Richardson—professor, historian and author of the most-read newsletter on Substack, Letters from an American—joins the show to share her ... Show More
1h 13m
Sep 2025
America, You Okay? I S.3 Ep. 2
<p>Mosheh Oinounou joins Amanda and Rachael to delve into the current state of U.S. politics, exploring the impact of political violence, the influence of Charlie Kirk, and the dynamics of Trump's presidency. </p><p>What is the cultural reactions to recent political events? ... Show More
49m 6s
Nov 2024
Elections Explained: A History of Rigged Elections
<p>Invisible ink, delayed flights and political meddling - elections are a symbol of democracy, so how can they become the opposite?</p><br><p>Don is joined for this episode by Brian Klaas, co-author of 'How to Rig an Election' to find out. What makes a free and fair election? Wh ... Show More
36m 21s