In Pursuit with Colleen Shogan
PRXWe call it the American experiment, and over the last 250 years, we've learned a lot about what's worked.....and what hasn't. So what can we learn from Americans' quest to form a more perfect union? Join Colleen Shogan, the 11th Archivist of the United States, along with some of our nation's most prominent historians, journalists, and public servants as we go in pursuit of lessons from America's p... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||
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What role did John Quincy Adams believe the United States should play on the world stage? Colleen Shogan talks with Lindsay Chervinsky about Adams the master diplomat, his life in Congress after his term as president, and a career that spanned from t... more
How did Dolley Madison create bipartisan possibilities under the glow of candle light? Colleen Shogan talks with Catherine Allgor about Mrs. Madison’s famous “Wednesday nights,” the turbulent politics of the early American republic, and the burning o... more
Should James Madison rightly be called the “Father of the Constitution”? Colleen Shogan talks with Jack Rakove about why we ought to see Madison as the Constitution’s chief strategist, how the diminutive politician got his start, and why he resisted ... more
What faith did Thomas Jefferson place in future Americans to accomplish what the revolutionary generation could not? Colleen Shogan talks with Andrew Davenport about Jefferson’s Virginia, the contradictions in the Declaration of Independence, and the... more
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- Could be a great but..
I had high hopes but their liberal biases keep being inserted around the actual facts of history. Stop the spinning of American history to fit a DEI Woke narrative. Hoping it stops
Apple Podcasts3IvanChaz
United Statesa month ago - What an American History podcast should be!
A non-partisan, fact-based, history podcast with intelligent questions! These conversations about our 250 year history can bring Americans together instead of driving us apart!Amazing!
Apple Podcasts5LUCCAWANAUnited Statesa month ago - Informative, fun, and much needed!
The country needs more non-partisan history podcasts like this! Colleen is a wonderful interviewer who expertly guides you through history in a way that gets to the heart of the narrative and leaves you wanting to learn more.
Apple Podcasts5PeterAdamsPhotoUnited States2 months ago - Timely
The episode on GW is a timely reminder of why the virtue of humility and the respect for the rule of law is critical to a functioning republic. Thanks for putting this all together. I look forward to more episodes.
Apple Podcasts5Ben F JonesUnited States2 months ago - Informative and Interesting
I really dig this. Great for history buffs! Super interesting (and a great guest)! And Colleen is so impressive. Wish she was still our Archivist.
Looking forward to future episodes!
Apple Podcasts5ZeMightyGorillaUnited States2 months ago
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A history-focused series that explores lessons from America's past through conversations with renowned historians, journalists, and public servants. Episodes emphasize constitutional development, presidential history, and the evolving meaning of citizenship, often highlighting the balance between national ideals and regional realities. The show frequently features thoughtful, non-partisan inquiries into how historical decisions shape current public life, with guests who bring deep expertise and nuanced perspectives. A standout trait is Colleen Shogan's measured hosting and ability to frame complex historical debates for a broad audience, making it accessible without oversimplification.
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2. Jack Rakove
3. Andrew Davenport
4. Karin Wulf
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