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Consider the Constitution is a podcast from the Robert H. Smith Center for the Constitution at James Madison's Montpelier. The show provides insight into constitutional issues that directly affect every American. Hosted by Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey the podcast features interviews with constitutional scholars, policy and subject matter experts, heritage professionals, and legal practitioners.

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This episode is part of a special five-part miniseries examining James Madison's role in the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. As part of Montpelier's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, this seri... more

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This episode launches a special five-part miniseries examining James Madison's role in the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. Part of Montpelier's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, this series is... more

In this special year-end episode, Dr. Katie Crawford Lackey looks back at 19 conversations from 2025 with historians, lawyers, constitutional experts, and public servants.

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Dr. Casey Burgat
Director of the Legislative Affairs Program at George Washington University, expert on Congress and governance, author of a new book on political myths
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Episode: Debunking Political Myths with Dr. Casey Burgat
Dr. Joshua Rothman
Historian and professor specializing in the history of slavery, race, and the American South
University of Alabama
Episode: Slavery, the Constitution, and the Road to Civil War
Anita McBride
Internationally recognized expert on the legacies of American First Ladies and operations of the White House.
Executive-in-residence at the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University.
Episode: The Unwritten Role: First Ladies in American Democracy
Sharon McMahon
New York Times bestselling author, educator, and host of the podcast Here's Where It Gets Interesting
Episode: Warriors for Constitutional Rights with Sharon McMahon
Dr. Barbara Perry
J. Wilson Newman Professor of Governance and co-director of the Presidential Oral History Program.
Miller Center
Episode: Executive Authority: Constitutional Leadership in the Modern Presidency
Professor Kim Whele
Expert in constitutional law and separation of powers
University of Baltimore Law School
Episode: Presidential Pardon Power
John Ragosta
A historian, lawyer, and beekeeper living in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Virginia Humanities
Episode: Transfer of Power: Lessons from 1800
Dr. Lynn Uzzell
Associate Professor of Political Science at Bethel University
Bethel University
Episode: What Would Madison Make of TikTok?
Dr. Lindsey Cormack
Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Institute of Technology
Episode: Raising Engaged Citizens: A Conversation with Dr. Lindsey Cormack

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Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey
Host and Director of the Robert H. Smith Center for the Constitution at James Madison's Montpelier.

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  • Interesting & Informational

    This podcast has unique insights & great guests! One of my go-to political podcasts for unique topics and perspectives!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cclbtc
    United Statesa year ago
  • Constitutional Insights and Understanding

    A great resource for Citizens who want to further their understanding of the Constitution via a wonderful variety of Practitioners and Scholars providing accessible insights to the Constitution.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick is Blaze
    United States2 years ago
  • Valuable Resource

    A podcast for anyone interested in how the US Constitution came to be and how it impacts every citizen today. Great history, context and facts. Some much to consider.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam Belmar
    United States2 years ago

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Inside the World of U.S. Attorneys with Timothy J. Heaphy
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about how this gives you different perspective or maybe better insight into the legal system?
Having served as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer, Heaphy believes he better understands the pressures and needs on both sides of the courtroom, making him a more effective advocate in both roles.
Inside the World of U.S. Attorneys with Timothy J. Heaphy
Q: Do you have any memorable cases or experiences that kind of shed light on how this process plays out in protecting the people of the United States?
Heaphy recounts a successful cold case homicide prosecution that exemplified the importance of federal resources in achieving justice when local authorities struggled.
Inside the World of U.S. Attorneys with Timothy J. Heaphy
Q: Given your experience as a US Attorney, can you start us off with just a brief overview of what that position entails?
The US Attorney is the Chief Federal Law Enforcement Officer for their district, supervising the prosecution of federal crimes and the defense in civil litigation.
Compromise and Debate at the Constitutional Convention with Professor Michael Klarman
Q: Can you say more about how we think today about the Constitution's impact on society and whether or not the role race, gender played into who was represented and who was not at the Constitutional Convention?
Klarman emphasizes that the framers did not reflect a modern view of equality, largely excluding women and non-white individuals from political representation, showing how the framers' values and circumstances affect their perspectives on democracy.
Compromise and Debate at the Constitutional Convention with Professor Michael Klarman
Q: Can you tell us more about the development of democracy and if that system of government was inevitable after the Revolutionary War?
Professor Klarman contends that democracy was not inevitable but contributed to by wars; societal needs and ideological shifts played key roles.

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