American History Hotline
iHeartPodcastsBob Crawford searches for the best historians and experts to answer listener questions about American history — from the Revolutionary War to rock & roll feuds. Got a question? Send it to AmericanHistoryHotline@gmail.com.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 57 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationHistory | |||
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People are strange. But Jim Morrison is no stranger to conspiracy theories. And we've got a juicy one!
Well, we're in the history business (not the conspiracy business). So, this episode is all about the TRUTH behind The Doors. And, yes, you CAN h... more
Did Americans always send their children to public school?
Not even close.
In this episode of American History Hotline, Bob calls up historian and author Dixie Dillon Lane to explore the surprising history of education in America. From colonial c... more
For decades, abortion has been one of the most divisive issues in American politics. But was it always that way?
Bob calls up Georgetown Law Professor Dr. Michele Goodwin to learn about the surprising history of abortion in America.
From colonial... more
The average age of a U.S. Representative is in the 50s. In the Senate, it's in the 60s. Many Congressional members are also white and wealthy. And this is not representative of the country as a whole. So, what's keeping Congress from being more refle... more
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This is my absolute favorite podcast! 10/10 recommend! I actually get excited when I see a new episode! Thank you for this!
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Apple Podcasts1TranplantMom
United States5 months ago - Almost!
You have a title of what “Watergate does not bother me” and you spend a minute on it. I thought you might dive into the fake outrage culture of taking events like ‘Watergate’ or ‘Jan 6’ and treat it as something comparable to ‘9/11’ or ‘Pearl Harbor” but, no.
Apple Podcasts2YoudumpsterUnited States7 months ago - Fantastic
I love history and I love podcasts with a conversational style and this scratches both itches. He gets different experts on for every topic and they’re always great. My new favorite that I can’t stop binging.
Apple Podcasts5upinatemUnited States8 months ago - Great find!
So glad to have found this podcast! I’m enjoying hearing interesting topics explained in an interesting way. Bob Crawford and his guests provide amazing context to American History. I’m in the process of binging all the episodes and am happy I cottoned on to the podcast relatively early!
Apple Podcasts5SeaSuCCUnited States9 months ago - Columbus
He was not “just a man of his time”, he was a crazed genocidal man who doesn’t need to be mentioned politely.
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What is American History Hotline about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Historian-focused Q&A and interview show that surfaces expert perspectives on American history, from colonial times through modern debates. Episodes center on schooling, abortion history, Congress, Native diplomacy, immigration, presidential biographies, and labor or war-era events, often pairing a host with university-affiliated or published historians and authors. Notable strengths include a steady stream of credentialed guests, accessible storytelling, and a format that invites listener questions and listener-driven topics. This combination makes it useful for listeners who want clear historical context, debated viewpoints, and practical takeaways tied to current discussions about policy, culture, and education.
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American History Hotline launched a year ago and published 57 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on American History Hotline include:
1. Dixie Dillon Lane
2. Michele Goodwin
3. Maya Kornberg
4. Kathleen DuVal
5. Vincent Cannato
6. Susan Rosenvold
7. Vincent DiGirolamo
8. Susan Campbell Bartoletti
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