The Court of History
Sidney Blumenthal, Sean WilentzSidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz, renowned political historians, invite you into their conversations with the most cutting edge and authoritative guests at the crossroads of political, history and the constitutional crisis.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 99 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews Commentary | |||
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Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz speak with Ivy Meeropol, director and producer of the documentary, “Ask E. Jean,” about the extraordinary life and trials of E. Jean Carroll, Trump’s sexual assault, the trials, the vilent threats against her, Trump... more
Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz speak with Lisa Graves, who co-hosts the Court Accountability podcast and author of “Without Precedent, on the cases before the Supreme Court, how they may be decided--the MIssissippi write-in ballot case; the Repub... more
Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz speak with Lisa Graves, who co-hosts the Court Accountability podcast and author of “Without Precedent,” on Trump’s slush fund for criminals, his IRS scam to avoid prosecution, Pam Bondi’s attempt to blame Todd Blan... more
Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz discuss Sidney’s article in the Guardian on the rise and fall of John Cornyn as the rise and fall of the Republican Party, how the GOP in Texas was really built, Cornyn’s role in the building of the machine of Mitch... more
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- Why oh why the false narrative of part II
I would like to give you five stars for your educative colloquy on history politics and current events, however I deduct .5 star for Blumenthals to frequent interruptions of Wilentz & guest, acknowledging I’m listening at 1.5x-1.8x speed , but the other speakers often don’t get to continue/ finish their point.
I deducted a full star for “ adjourning the court” midway for what I image is a pay wall scheme or had to do with Apple podcasting administration possibly idk.
Unfortunately half star ar... more
Apple Podcasts5RJ Brazill
United States2 months ago - The Age of Historians
Dare anyone ask now what is the value of studying history? And yes, I agree, the best comparison is with Stalin, not Hitler.
Apple Podcasts5Enraged of Hereford
United Kingdom3 months ago - TDS
Nothing but TDS here
Apple Podcasts1Numidia124United States4 months ago - Greenland
Have added your podcast to those I listen to frequently. Very much appreciated Sidney recently pointing out that dictator of Russia stands to be major beneficiary if current administration comes to rule over Greenland. Shankar Narayan has been one of very few in media (independent or otherwise) to point out that sea corridor passing from Greenland’s southern border and extending around both Iceland and th UK has always been a critically important strategic barrier to capacity of Russian to th... more
Apple Podcasts5Seldes FanUnited States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #137 | United States/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #81 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #171 |  Canada/News/News Commentary |
YouTube | #190 |  Australia/Popular Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #80 | Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #218 |  Germany/News/News Commentary |
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A history-leaning discussion show hosted by two renowned political historians who routinely unpack constitutional questions, elections, and modern politics through expert analysis and deep historical context. Recent episodes feature long-form conversations with guests ranging from investigative journalists and political strategists to documentary filmmakers, offering historical comparisons, present-day implications, and nuanced critiques of leadership, democracy, and power. The format tends to blend rigorous research with lively debate, pulling insights from constitutional history, U.S. and European politics, and major political events to illuminate how past forces shape current affairs. Notable strengths include high-profile guests with in... more
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1. Michael Wolff
2. Andrew Weissmann
3. Jeffrey Toobin
4. Brendan Ballou
5. Katherine Stewart
6. Stephen Vladeck
7. Jonathan Winer
8. Angelo Carusone
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