
The world feels complicated. The Preamble is where it starts to make sense. Hosted by Sharon McMahon — known for making sense of complex issues — she and her guests dive deep into the stories and ideas driving our future, bringing clarity and honesty to every headline. If you want real insight, bold conversation, and answers that matter, this podcast is your must-listen. Hit play, and join the mov... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 460 | Founded | 4 years ago | 
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryEducation | |||

Welcome to the very first episode of The Preamble!
Sharon kicks things off with a conversation with New York Times bestselling author Ryan Holiday to chat about his new book, Wisdom Takes Work. Ryan shares how reading can be a superpower, allowing u... more
The world feels complicated. The Preamble is where it starts to make sense. Hosted by Sharon McMahon — known for making sense of complex issues — she and her guests dive deep into the stories and ideas driving our future, bringing clarity and honesty... more
Though Hannah Van Buren died nearly twenty years before her husband’s presidency, her life reflected the sweeping historical forces of early America. Sharon unpacks the Dutch roots of New Amsterdam (today’s New York), how they shaped both Hannah and ... more
Despite being one of Sharon’s least-favorite Presidents, she explores the lifelong, and at times scandalous, love and devotion between President Andrew Jackson and his wife, Rachel. It's a story of a First Lady who never got the opportunity to step f... more
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Have loved Sharon for years, this is the pivot I have been craving! THANK YOU for all you do! 🤍From one teacher to another
I’m grateful for Sharon’s insight and giving me tools to better explore and understand the world around me. Thank you, Sharon ❤️
I went to a Christian Nationalist-led school in Minnesota called Maranatha Christian Academy. My education did not include much more than math, English and science. History was always VERY WHITE WASHED. I graduated in 1986. I always loved books, but it wasn’t until after I graduated I started reading historical fiction. I read about the Holocaust, the leprosy segregation in Hawaii, Jim Crow laws and the Japanese internment camps with such disbelief. I remember asking my mother so many times - d... more
I know I’m just one person, and my little review doesn’t mean much in the big picture, but I can’t stay quiet. The damage that Sharon has done literally makes me sick to my stomach. The fact that she tried to gain a massive following and make a fortune by pretending to be someone she wasn’t is just sickening. It’s pretty typical these days with lots of “influencers” online, but she took it to a whole other level by taking advantage of vulnerable moms who thought she was unbiased and non-partisan... more
She pretends to be a bridge builder but she just is another dishonest leftist. Just own your bias!
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The content encompasses a deep exploration of American history, culture, and politics through engaging narratives and discussions. Hosted by a passionate educator, episodes commonly feature thought-provoking themes related to historical figures, social movements, and influential events that have shaped the nation. Noteworthy elements include a diverse array of guests, often experts or authors, who contribute unique insights and stories that extend beyond conventional history narratives. This approach encourages listeners to reevaluate their understanding of America's past and its relevance to contemporary issues, fostering a community of curious, informed citizens.
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