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Think Back is a podcast about American history. www.thinkbackpod.com

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In this episode of THINK BACK, I speak with the political scientist Stephen Skowronek about his book, The Adaptability Paradox: Political Inclusion and Constitutional Resilience. The book traces large-scale patterns across American history to underst... more

In this episode, I speak with journalist Matthew Davis, author of the new book A Biography of a Mountain: The Making and Meaning of Mount Rushmore. Davis’s deeply reported narrative traces the contested history of the monument, from its carving into ... more

In this episode of Think Back, I talk with historian Richard Bell about his fascinating new book The American Revolution and the Fate of the World—a work that completely rethinks the Revolution as a global story, not just an American one.

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In this episode, Scott Ellsworth talks about Midnight on the Potomac: The Last Year of the Civil War, the Lincoln Assassination, and the Rebirth of America. We revisit one of the most dramatic and transformative periods in American history and consid... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Skowronek
Political Scientist specializing in American political development.
Author of 'The Adaptability Paradox'
Episode: Democracy vs. the Constitution
Matthew Davis
Author of A Biography of a Mountain, The Making and Meaning of Mount Rushmore
Episode: Is It Time to Give Up Mount Rushmore?
Scott Ellsworth
Author of Midnight on the Potomac
University of Michigan
Episode: The Civil War's Wrenching Final Year
Eden Collinsworth
Author and expert on Victoria Woodhull
Author of The Improbable Victoria Woodhull
Episode: The First Woman Who Ran for President
JC Hallman
Writer and author of Say Anarcha, a book about the father of modern gynecology and his experiments on enslaved women.
Episode: The Dark Origins of Modern Women's Health
Nicole Eustace
NYU historian and author of 'Covered With Night, A Story of Murder and Indigenous Justice in Early America'
New York University
Episode: Murder on the Colonial Frontier
Bryan Burrough
Journalist and historian, author of 'The Gunfighters, How Texas Made the West Wild'
Penguin Press
Episode: The Wild West, Re-Examined
Bennett Parten
Assistant Professor of History at Georgia Southern University.
Georgia Southern University
Episode: What Really Happened on Sherman’s March?
George William Van Cleve
Historian and legal scholar, author of "Making a New American Constitution" and "We Have Not a Government"
Episode: Why We Need a New Constitution

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Richard Kreitner
Host of Think Back, who presents critical examinations of historical events and figures, facilitating in-depth discussions with various experts in the field.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
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    Richard Kreitner brilliantly showcases historians who have found new evidence to reframe our past in ways that are incredibly relevant today. Every episode is a joy. If only I had time to read eery one of these books!

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Democracy vs. the Constitution
Q: What do you think modern-day conservatives get right in their view of the Constitution?
They understand that constitutional relationships are deranged and that we need a re-arrangement, separating policy debates from foundational governance issues.
Democracy vs. the Constitution
Q: How does the field of American political development intersect with US history?
It focuses on how changes over time have produced the current political landscape, distinguishing itself by its presentist approach.
Two Meanings of 'America' (with Greg Grandin)
Q: So, what is going on? What echoes do you see from the past?
We are in a moment of permanent polarization with an inability to form new governing coalitions.
Two Meanings of 'America' (with Greg Grandin)
Q: What do you make of Trump's, Trump 2.0s alluding to manifest destiny and expansionism, trying to take Panama, Greenland, Canada?
It's interesting that he has resurrected the doctrine of conquest, implying the U.S. might still grow territorially.
The Unfinished Revolution of 1963 (with Peniel Joseph)
Q: What role did the Kennedy administration play in the events of 1963?
The Kennedy administration was initially cautious about civil rights, but crisis events like the Birmingham protests and the assassination of Medgar Evers forced a shift where they had to take a more active role in addressing civil rights issues.

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American history is explored through insightful discussions that challenge traditional narratives and uncover lesser-known events and figures. The episodes cover a wide range of topics, from the complexities of Mount Rushmore and the significance of the American Revolution to the often overlooked contributions of marginalized individuals in shaping the nation's history. Unique angles are presented, such as the dark origins of modern women's health and the historical context of racial justice, allowing listeners to engage with the past in contextually relevant ways. This podcast offers depth and relevance, making it appealing for those interested in history, culture, and contemporary issues surrounding identity and equality.

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2. Matthew Davis
3. Scott Ellsworth
4. Eden Collinsworth
5. JC Hallman
6. Nicole Eustace
7. Bryan Burrough
8. Bennett Parten

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