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This American President

This American President
George Washington
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Cold War
Warren G. Harding
Theodore Roosevelt
Calvin Coolidge
Abraham Lincoln
World War I
Ronald Reagan
Herbert Hoover
Woodrow Wilson
John F. Kennedy
Donald Trump
Great Depression
U.S. Presidents
Civil War
Vietnam War
Republican Party
Slavery
Vice Presidency

This American President delves into the lives and legacies of U.S. presidents through long form stories and interviews. It will challenge the way you look at American history. Hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal. Art by NipRogers.com.

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James A. Garfield is one of America’s most forgotten presidents. Yet behind his tragically brief presidency was one of the most brilliant and remarkable men ever to occupy the White House.

Born into poverty, Garfield rose to become a scholar, Civil... more

She survived a deadly explosion aboard a presidential warship, married the president of the United States, transformed herself into one of Washington’s most glamorous and politically savvy first ladies—and eventually sided with the Confederacy during... more

The Gettysburg Address may be the most famous speech in American history—but did Abraham Lincoln have a speechwriter?

In this episode, Jan Cigliano Hartman discusses her new book, John Hay: The Voice Behind the Legendary Oratory of Abraham Lincoln,... more

He has been called one of the most consequential presidents in American history—and one of the most complicated. He was described as crude and compassionate, domineering and deeply empathetic. A political force of nature, Lyndon B. Johnson possessed ... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Bennie
Former Navy pilot, historian, co-host of Talk With History and co-creator of Walk With History
Walk With History
Episode: How James Garfield Revolutionized Presidential Campaigning (Jennifer Bennie from Walk With History)
Christopher Leahy
Author and historian, co-author of Presidentress
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Episode: The Presidentess: How Julia Tyler Wielded the Power of a First Lady
Jan Hartman
Author of Lincoln's Speechwriter: John Hay and the Friendship That Inspired American Eloquence
Author
Episode: Did Abraham Lincoln Have a Speechwriter? The Untold Story of John Hay
Tom Johnson
Author, former White House assistant to LBJ, former head of LA Times and CNN
Driven, A Life in Public Service and Journalism from LBJ to CNN
Episode: What It Was Like Working for Lyndon B. Johnson, with Tom Johnson
Brady Crytzer
Author of The Whiskey Rebellion and The Hessians; Host of Dispatches, Journal of the American Revolution
Episode: George Washington and the Road to One Nation, with Brady Crytzer
Michael Russell Gunn
Filmmaker and writer-director of The Brink of War
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Episode: Inside The Brink of War: Reagan, Gorbachev, and the Summit That Changed History
Eric Metaxas
Author, biographer, historian and radio show host
Author of Revolution, the Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World
Episode: America at 250: Rediscovering the Revolution, with Eric Metaxas
Jane Hampton Cook
Historian and author with multiple books on American history
Author and Historian
Episode: America at 250: A Celebration of the American Story, with Jane Hampton Cook
Laurence Jurdem
Historian, visiting professor of history at Fairfield University; author of 41, George H.W. Bush and the End of the American Establishment
Fairfield University; author
Episode: George H.W. Bush in an Anti-Establishment Age, with Laurence Jurdem

Host

Richard Lim
Author of Refusing a Crown: How George Washington Changed the World

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 920 ratings
  • I just recently discovered this podcast. I really enjoy how unbiased it is, and how much I learn in each episode.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Leah W
    16 days ago
  • Tom Johnson Episode

    I’m an avid podcast listener, but have never taken the time to leave a review. After listening to the episode with Tom Johnson I felt compelled to do so because what a gem of a man! From the beginning to the end of the episode, Tom shares a wealth of information from his personal accounts. This first hand knowledge and experiences from another generation is such a treasure to have recorded and I’m so thankful it was shared with newer generations on this awesome podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MSU Mankato 2007
    United States2 months ago
  • Nothing new to see here peeps, keep moving……

    Just another Libtardian agenda driven mouth piece social media outlet. Garbage in—Garbage out!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dfrcomp
    United States3 months ago
  • Thorough

    One thing I truly love about this podcast is how he tries to see history from as many perspectives as he can. The host and guests seem honest and genuinely interested in finding truth, not just to get hits or sell books, but to better understand the president and their situations. Thx!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    love to Learn bits at a time
    United States5 months ago
  • Great podcast

    This is a podcast not be missed. The historical information is presented clearly and concisely enabling a normal person to fully grasp the critical aspects of Presidential decision making.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sepeters801
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's storytelling and clear explanations of presidential decisions and historical context.
Many value the depth of the interviews, firsthand accounts and guests' expertise.
Listeners who enjoy the format describe the conversations as informative and appropriately substantial in length.
Some listeners appreciate efforts to present multiple perspectives and make history accessible to a general audience.
A recurring criticism is that some recent topics and guests feel politically one-sided, with reviewers disagreeing about the direction of the bias.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How James Garfield Revolutionized Presidential Campaigning (Jennifer Bennie from Walk With History)
Q: What was the idea behind the front porch campaign, and how did it come about?
Rather than travel or remain silent as candidates traditionally did, Garfield received visitors at home and spoke briefly to them. Rutherford B. Hayes encouraged him to address the public, and the nearby railroad, telegraph, and printing operation helped circulate his speeches beyond those who visited.
How James Garfield Revolutionized Presidential Campaigning (Jennifer Bennie from Walk With History)
Q: What about James Garfield really grabbed you?
Bennie became interested after interning at Garfield's home in Mentor, where she catalogued artifacts and encountered his books, papers, and preserved rooms. That experience inspired her history projects and made the front porch campaign especially compelling.
Did Abraham Lincoln Have a Speechwriter? The Untold Story of John Hay
Q: What is the lasting significance of Hay's influence on presidential speechwriting today?
The interviewee emphasizes that Hay demonstrated a model where the speechwriter's voice could carry weight, shaping public discourse while remaining true to the president's voice and principles.
Did Abraham Lincoln Have a Speechwriter? The Untold Story of John Hay
Q: How would you describe Hay's writing style and his influence on Lincoln's rhetoric?
Hartman argues that Hay enhanced Lincoln's clarity and poetic restraint, asserting that Hay's own language helped elevate the president's ideals while keeping speeches concise and effective.
Did Abraham Lincoln Have a Speechwriter? The Untold Story of John Hay
Q: So give me a sense of John Hay's background and just the America he grew up in.
Hartman explains Hay's rise from a boy with exceptional linguistic gifts in Indiana to a Brown University graduate who studied law and became Lincoln's trusted draftsman, highlighting the unusual path that prepared him for a leadership role in the Lincoln administration.

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What is This American President about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form conversations trace the lives, decisions and legacies of U.S. presidents, from the founding era through the Cold War and modern politics. Richard Lim leads interviews with historians, authors, journalists, former aides and filmmakers, often using a guest's research, firsthand experience or creative work to open up a particular person or period. Recurring themes include presidential leadership, the influence of First Ladies and advisers, political communication, American civic ideals, and the impact of war and policy. The format combines biography and historical context with discussion of how interpretations of the past shape public understanding today. Its focus extends beyond presidents themselves to the people, institutions and ... more

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