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For the Ages: A History Podcast

The New York Historical
Abraham Lincoln
American Revolution
Civil War
Elizabeth Taylor
John Adams
George Washington
Civil Rights
Reconstruction
Thomas Jefferson
Theodore Roosevelt
Democracy
Slavery
World War II
Lyndon B. Johnson
Civil Rights Movement
CRISPR
Women's Suffrage Movement
19th Amendment
Franklin D. Roosevelt
John F. Kennedy

Explore the rich and complex history of the United States and beyond. Produced by The New York Historical, host David M. Rubenstein engages the nation’s foremost historians and creative thinkers on a wide range of topics, including presidential biography, the nation’s founding, and the people who have shaped the American story. Learn more at nyhistory.org.

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It’s been said that if you remember the ‘60s, you weren’t really there, but when Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin and her late husband, Dick, started to go through his papers from his time as one of the men behind JFK’s New Front... more

The argument over states’ rights versus a strong federal government is far from a new debate in this country. Before the divisions of today, two men represented contrasting visions of what America could be: Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Je... more

Born in wartime Shanghai and brought to the United States at age eleven with no knowledge of English, financier and philanthropist Oscar Tang reflects on a life shaped by displacement, ambition, and civic responsibility. In conversation with David M.... more

From his childhood in Venezuela’s famed El Sistema music education program to his rise as one of the world’s leading conductors, Gustavo Dudamel reflects on the experiences that shaped his musical life. In conversation with David M. Rubenstein, Dudam... more

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Jeff Rosen
Author of The Pursuit of Liberty, How Hamilton versus Jefferson Ignited the Lasting Battle Over Power in America
National Constitution Center (founder/leader role)
Episode: The Pursuit of Liberty: How Hamilton vs. Jefferson Ignited the Lasting Battle Over Power in America
Oscar Tang
Businessman, philanthropist, arts patron
Episode: A Conversation with Oscar Tang on Business, Art, and Civic Leadership
Gustavo Dudamel
Conductor, music director
New York Philharmonic (as of 2026)
Episode: Conducting New York’s Legacy
Edward J. Larson
Pulitzer Prize–winning historian and author of Declaring Independence, Why 1776 Matters
University of Chicago (historian) / author
Episode: Declaring Independence: Why 1776 Matters
Geoffrey Ward
Author and collaborator on the documentary The American Revolution in Intimate History
Episode: The American Revolution: An Intimate History
Craig Symonds
Author of Annapolis Goes to War, the Naval Academy Class of 1940 and its Trial by Fire in World War II
Episode: Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval Academy Class of 1940 and its Trial by Fire in World War II
Richard Brookhiser
Scholar of American history, historian, and editor of the National Review
Episode: Glorious Lessons: John Trumbull, Painter of the American Revolution
Randall Wilson
Author of A Place Called Yellowstone, The Epic History of the World's First National Park, and a professor in the Department of Environmental Studies at Gettysburg College.
Gettysburg College
Episode: A Place Called Yellowstone: The Epic History of the World’s First National Park
Amanda Vaill
Author of Pride and Pleasure, The Schuyler Sisters and An Age of Revolution
Episode: Pride and Pleasure: The Schuyler Sisters in an Age of Revolution

Host

David M. Rubenstein
Host of the series; prominent interviewer known for deep historical conversations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 438 ratings
  • Good but not profound

    Clearly both Mr Rubinstein and his guests are v v smart but too often their insights are a bit too politically correct and trendy. I wish he would dig deeper into the topics

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pj Phillips
    United States6 months ago
  • Love

    I’m not trained in politics or social justice, but we have reached a point where we must fully educate ourselves and this show does an excellent job of making the information bite sized. The only thing I would change is if you would put the guest name first in the episode title. I find I often forget who is speaking and then can’t easily see who it is. Otherwise I like everything about it especially the hosts friendly voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atelier Ashley
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding

    An informative podcast of the highest caliber

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bassquade
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent Review of US History

    Such an informative & enjoyable podcast! I really appreciate the breadth of topics covered regarding US History.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MplsTodd
    United Statesa year ago
  • My #1 Podcast

    David Rubenstein provides the most comprehensive interview in each brief—easily digested—podcast. I am appreciative of all episodes and learn so much from each.

    Thank you to Mr. Rubenstein and all production staff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SRSC12
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise deep, informative conversations with highly knowledgeable guests

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A Conversation with Oscar Tang on Business, Art, and Civic Leadership
Q: What led you to start Rich and Tang on your own?
With the firm DLJ on the verge of significant change and the founders wanting to maintain the old model, I chose to leave and start a research-driven investment firm with Joe Rich.
A Conversation with Oscar Tang on Business, Art, and Civic Leadership
Q: How did you get into Yale and then Harvard Business School?
I initially applied to Princeton but chose Yale after a waitlist; Harvard Business School followed, and it shaped my view of business beyond manufacturing to a broader set of disciplines.
A Conversation with Oscar Tang on Business, Art, and Civic Leadership
Q: How did you end up in the United States for schooling?
My family wanted a safer future for the children, so after Hong Kong, we sent the kids to the U.S. where I entered St. Johnsbury Academy and later progressed through private schools to improve my English and opportunities.
A Conversation with Oscar Tang on Business, Art, and Civic Leadership
Q: Where were you born?
I was born in Shanghai in 1938, and my family moved to Shanghai to escape the fighting, eventually fleeing to Hong Kong during the Civil War before coming to the United States for education.
Annapolis Goes to War: The Naval Academy Class of 1940 and its Trial by Fire in World War II
Q: What might you say is the takeaway from your research on this class?
They serve as a representative example of the greatest generation, embodying the sacrifices and dedication that helped the United States persevere in World War II.

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The program centers on deep conversations with leading historians, authors, and scholars about American history, governance, and related global contexts. Episodes frequently explore pivotal moments such as the founding era, revolutionary ideas, presidential leadership, civil rights, and public policy, often tying historical events to contemporary questions. Notable strengths include rigorous primary-source discussion, access to prominent figures in history and publishing, and a focus on how ideas and decisions shaped the nation. The format tends to be concise yet substantive, appealing to curious listeners who want both expert analysis and engaging storytelling. A distinctive aspect is its close collaboration with a major historical institu... more

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