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Vital Remnants

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Henry Clay
Mcculloch V. Maryland
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Ronald Reagan
Calvin Coolidge
Declaration Of Independence
Missouri Compromise
Compromise Of 1850
Thomas Jefferson
Notes On the State Of Virginia
Enumerated Powers
Necessary and Proper Clause
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Slavery
United States Constitution
National Supremacy
Nuclear Test Ban Treaty
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20 years after the publication of Vital Remnants: America's Founding and the Western Tradition, a book that set out to help America remember her vital roots in the western tradition, Dr. Gary L. Gregg II takes up the title of Vital Remnants once more to continue the mission of serving the future by remembering, thinking about, and learning from the great thinkers of the past. Join Dr. Gregg as he ... more

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Vital Remnants, a production of the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville, is a podcast hosted by academics, experts, and guests of the McConnell Center, who will walk you through great texts in human history.

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Vital Remnants, a production of the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville, is a podcast hosted by academics, experts, and guests of the McConnell Center, who will walk you through great texts in human history.

Designed to accompany your ... more

Vital Remnants, a production of the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville, is a podcast hosted by academics, experts, and guests of the McConnell Center, who will walk you through great texts in human history.

Designed to accompany your ... more

Vital Remnants, a production of the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville, is a podcast hosted by academics, experts, and guests of the McConnell Center, who will walk you through great texts in human history.

Designed to accompany your ... more

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Marc Landy
Professor of Political Science at Boston College
Boston College
Episode: 7.8 America's Autobiography: Calhoun's Fort Hill Address and Jackson's Nullification Proclamation with Dr. Marc Landy
Susan Laehn
Alumna and non-resident research fellow of the McConnell Center; associate teaching professor of politics at Iowa State University
Iowa State University
Episode: 7.7 America's Autobiography - McCulloch vs. Maryland with Susan Laehn
Kirstin Birkhaug
Teacher at Hope College
Hope College
Episode: 7.6 America's Autobiography: Thomas Jefferson's Notes on the State of Virginia with Dr. Kirstin Birkhaug
Justin Litke
Professor in the Department of Politics at Catholic University in Washington DC; contributor to the book America's Autobiography
Catholic University of America
Episode: 7.5 America's Autobiography: Henry Clay's Compromises with Dr. Justin Litke
Barbara A. Perry
J. Wilson Newman Professor of Governance at the Miller Center
University of Virginia / Miller Center
Episode: 7.4 America's Autobiography: JFK's Inaugural Address with Dr Barbara Perry
Jonathan den Hartog
Carolyn and Don Drennan Professor of American History, Civics and the Constitution at Samford University
Samford University
Episode: 7.3 America's Autobiography: Ronald Reagan's First Inaugural Address with Dr. Jonathan den Hartog
Matt Denhart
President of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation
Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation
Episode: 7.2 America's Autobiography: Calvin Coolidge's Speech on the Declaration of Independence with Matthew Denhart
Bradley J. Birzer
Professor of History, Russell Kirk Chair in American Studies at Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College
Episode: 7.1 America's Autobiography: The Declaration of Independence with Bradley Birzer

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Gary L. Gregg II
Host of Vital Remnants with a focus on leadership and Western tradition; affiliated with the McConnell Center at the University of Louisville

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • No chronological snobbery here

    I find it overly satisfying when I have underlined a section during my reading and it aligns with what Dr. Gregg goes over in the show. What a great podcast and lessons are immediately applicable to anyone who finds themselves in a leadership position. RLTW!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swamprat82
    United Statesa year ago
  • Needs to come back!

    This podcast is excellent job of bringing classic texts to life. It provides insight and understanding. This podcast needs to make another season! And soon…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laureen!
    United States3 years ago
  • Outstanding program and teachers!

    Dr. Gregg and Mr. Tracy have developed a truly special program - I’m loving the ability to learn more about these critical works of art from these great educators.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peacelove357
    United States5 years ago
  • The defining American debate

    The Vital Remants podcast is an outstanding resource for anyone, regardless of your political persuasion, that wants a understand America's foundation debates. Doing so will enrich your life and make you a more informed citizen.

    Dr. Gregg provides thought-provoking commentary and contemporary insights into these founding texts that bring these 200 year old text to life.

    While not necessary to enjoy the podcast, reading along in Reflection and Choice dramatically improves the overall educati... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grahamicus88
    United States6 years ago
  • 2019 SBS

    A must for ALL Leaders. Honesty in word, Deed and Conscience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2019 SBS
    United States6 years ago

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Thoughtful and applicable leadership lessons grounded in primary texts.
Celebrates rigorous, text-first analysis over sensational takes.
A valuable resource for understanding foundational documents from multiple angles.
Offers scholarly yet accessible discussions for civic-minded listeners.

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1. Marc Landy
2. Susan Laehn
3. Kirstin Birkhaug
4. Justin Litke
5. Barbara A. Perry
6. Jonathan den Hartog
7. Matt Denhart
8. Bradley J. Birzer

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