
Bob 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 | 24 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryEducation | |||

We all have that relative that tells us there was actually no green bean casserole at the first Thanksgiving. Yeah, we know, Grandma! But how much do we really know about that first feast between the Pilgrims and the Indians?
Well, a lot. But the ... more
In 1859, Congressman Daniel Sickles murdered Philip Barton Key (son of the man who wrote The Star-Spangled Banner) in a fit of jealous rage just steps from the White House. The resulting trial became America’s first true media circus, and gave rise t... more
You won't see it on the ballot, but it's always the winner in American elections. That's right, we're talking about big tech. From Facebook to Google and AI, technology not only has the power to affect the outcomes of our elections ... it's already d... more
Set it and forget it! That's what most Americans want to do with their clocks. They want standard time year-round. So, why are we stuck with Daylight Saving Time? And where did it come from in the first place? Some say it was Benjamin Franklin. But i... more
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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!
He was not “just a man of his time”, he was a crazed genocidal man who doesn’t need to be mentioned politely.
Surprised (not) to hear that Peter didn’t address the main concern that comes up for keeping the electoral college: a few large blue states would decide the presidential outcome, every time. The needs of a small state like a Wyoming would be ignored, and candidates would ONLY campaign in the few most populated states.
The presidential election is handled differently because it’s the ONlY national office ALL Americans can vote for———-
Peter also never mentions that Democratically controlled stat... more
Poor execution. All topics seem to be political indoctrination. Why not just do history education?
A lot of facts are missing from this show, therefore I’d recommend finding a different show to get the truth about history cause this isn’t the show for the complete story.
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A unique take on American history, this podcast explores a wide array of topics ranging from significant historical events to cultural phenomena. It engages listeners by addressing their inquiries through discussions with historians and experts, making complex themes accessible and entertaining. The format often blends serious analysis with humor, highlighting connections between past and contemporary issues, which potentially appeals to a diverse audience interested in a more dynamic understanding of history.
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