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Listening to America

Listening to America
Thomas Jefferson
John Steinbeck
John Adams
George Washington
Slavery
American History
Constitution
Donald Trump
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Louisiana Purchase
Christmas
United States
Public Lands
Civil Rights Movement
American Revolution
Theodore Roosevelt
Alexander Hamilton
Civil Rights
Conspiracy Theories
James Madison

Listening to America aims to "light out for the territories," traveling less visited byways and taking time to see this immense, extraordinary country with fresh eyes while listening to the many voices of America's past, present, and future. Led by noted historian and humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson, Listening to America travels the country's less visited byways, from national parks and forests ... more

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Clay interviews Peter Stark, the author of a new book on the 1540 exploration of what would eventually become the United States by Spanish Conquistador Francisco Coronado. The Lost Cities of El Norte is a remarkable examination of an expedition that... more

From Devils Tower in northwestern Wyoming, Host David Horton and Clay Jenkinson discuss Theodore Roosevelt's conservation achievements. When the National Monuments and Antiquities Act was passed in 1906, President Roosevelt lost no time in setting as... more

Clay and his frequent guest, the redoubtable Lindsay Chervinsky, discuss books written about Jefferson's declaration, arguably the most important document in the history of liberty. Among the titles discussed are Walter Isaacson's recent The Greatest... more

Host David Horton interviews Thomas Jefferson about freedom of expression in America. Did the Founding Fathers know what they were doing when they ratified the extraordinary First Amendment of the Constitution? What limits, if any, should there be in... more

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Clay Jenkinson
Historian hosting the program; Roosevelt expert
Listening to America
Episode: #1707 Teddy Roosevelt, National Monuments and Devils Tower, Wyoming
Craig Fehrman
Author of This Vast Enterprise: A New History of Lewis and Clark
Author, This Vast Enterprise
Episode: #1704 A New Perspective and Book on Lewis and Clark
Marzio Mian
Author of Volga Blues, A Journey into the Heart of Russia
Author
Episode: #1703 Russia and America Today: A Journey Down the Volga River
Susan Ryan
Executive Vice President of the Research Institute at Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Episode: #1698 The Future of America's National Monuments
Thomas Jefferson
The third president of the United States, here in conversation about early State of the Union messages and political theater
United States Presidency
Episode: #1697 The State of the Union as Political Theater
Char Miller
WM. Keck Professor of Environmental Analysis and History at Pomona College
Pomona College
Episode: #1696 Assessing America's National Parks & Public Lands at 250
Erik Ewers
Director/Co-creator of Ken Burns–style Thoreau documentary
Florentine Films / Ken Burns shop
Episode: #1695 New Ken Burns Documentary on Henry David Thoreau
Christopher Ewers
Director/Co-creator of Ken Burns–style Thoreau documentary
Florentine Films / Ken Burns shop
Episode: #1695 New Ken Burns Documentary on Henry David Thoreau
Jonathan Thompson
Contributing editor to High Country News and author of "Sagebrush Empire".
High Country News
Episode: #1692 The Crisis of the Public Lands

Hosts

Clay Jenkinson
Host of Listening to America; historian and humanities scholar.
David Horton
Co-host and interview facilitator; frequently guest-host/interviewer.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Subject matter is great

    But I find the host to be an egotistical blowhard.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Caper127
    United States2 months ago
  • Very disappointing

    The Thomas Jefferson Hour was a rare source of optimism and inspiration. Listening to America is just another overly pessimistic political show that presents few facts. It is higher brow than most, but it is shocking the click bait qualities it has acquired.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Trot87
    United States3 months ago
  • Great podcast for history nerds like me 👍🏼

    I listened to my first podcast today on the National parks with Char Miller and it was such a great conversation. I appreciate both Char and Clays knowledge of history. I’m so glad this conversation is happening. I actually like that you bring politics into the conversation because not talking about it is a disservice to the United States’ history.

    I can’t wait to listen to more especially finding the episode discussing Theodore Roosevelt’s pets in the White House. Great historical podcast for l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maizie daisy
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative Interesting Show

    One of my favorite podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vfaler
    United States8 months ago
  • Very enjoyable

    Just recently discovered this podcast. Started with episodes from late 2016. Intend to listen to them all. Recent reviews say this becomes more political. Time will tell. Understand also the change to listening to America emerges from the TJ Hour. Should be as interesting I guess expect.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cfeman
    United States9 months ago

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Some critics feel the format has become more political, and a few reviews mention perceived podcast bias.
Listeners appreciate careful historical analysis and civil discourse, with strong praise for guests and host storytelling.
Audio quality and pacing receive mixed feedback, with some long-time fans noting improvements and others calling for format adjustments.

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#1707 Teddy Roosevelt, National Monuments and Devils Tower, Wyoming
Q: What shaped Roosevelt's fascination with the American West?
A mix of his frontier upbringing, exposure to the Dakota Badlands, and a reformist impulse learned from early life and experiences, which together fueled his belief in protecting vast landscapes as part of the national character.
#1703 Russia and America Today: A Journey Down the Volga River
Q: When will you go back to Russia?
Marzio expresses that he cannot travel to Russia now, citing safety and visa concerns, and notes he would not trust traveling there even if a visa were possible.
#1703 Russia and America Today: A Journey Down the Volga River
Q: Can you describe the monasteries at the source and their significance?
Marzio explains the metaphysical meaning of the Volga, emphasizes how monasteries by the source anchor the river as a sacred symbol, and connects the river to the imperial and religious dimensions of Russian identity.
#1699 The Iran War and the U.S. Constitution
Q: What changes to war powers does the guest suggest for the 21st century?
He proposes reforms such as a constitutional clause with time-bound executive authority and clearer fiscal disclosures to force deliberation and accountability before engaging in major hostilities.
#1699 The Iran War and the U.S. Constitution
Q: Why did the founders insist that wars begin in the House of Representatives?
They believed that funding and public accountability should anchor decisions about war, ensuring broader deliberation and preventing impulsive, unilateral action.

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Historically minded hosts explore American civic life, public policy, and national identity by traveling to parks, monuments, and lesser-known locales, pairing first-person explorations with deep archival and scholarly discussions. Episodes often feature historians, writers, conservationists, and journalists who illuminate constitutional questions, public lands, and national narratives, while weaving in contemporary events to highlight enduring tensions between liberty, governance, and public memory. A standout aspect is the show's willingness to blend traditional historical inquiry with accessible storytelling and civics education, making complex topics approachable for curious adults with an appetite for context-driven perspectives.

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Recent guests on Listening to America include:

1. Clay Jenkinson
2. Craig Fehrman
3. Marzio Mian
4. Susan Ryan
5. Thomas Jefferson
6. Char Miller
7. Erik Ewers
8. Christopher Ewers

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