In this episode of US History Repeated, we continue our discussion with Pulitzer Prize–winning author David Garrow and just what Dr King's rise to national prominence cost him—and what his unfinished work still asks of us.
In Part Two, of our discussion, we explore how the public perception of King changed as his message grew more challenging, why his outspoken opposition to the Vietnam War cost him political allies, and how his vision expanded to include economic justice through the Poor People’s Campaign. We’ll also confront the final days of his life and his assassination.
Our thanks to historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author David Garrow for helping us bring depth, nuance, and historical clarity to this conversation.
David J. Garrow is a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author best known for Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, a landmark biography that remains one of the most authoritative studies of Dr. King and the modern Civil Rights Movement. To see all of his published works please visit his website David J Garrow | Professor, Author
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
In this episode of US History Repeated, we continue our discussion with Pulitzer Prize–winning author David Garrow and just what Dr King's rise to national prominence cost him—and what his unfinished work still asks of us.
In Part Two, of our discussion, we explore how the public perception of King changed as his message grew more challenging, why his outspoken opposition to the Vietnam War cost him political allies, and how his vision expanded to include economic justice through the Poor People’s Campaign. We’ll also confront the final days of his life and his assassination.
Our thanks to historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author David Garrow for helping us bring depth, nuance, and historical clarity to this conversation.
David J. Garrow is a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author best known for Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, a landmark biography that remains one of the most authoritative studies of Dr. King and the modern Civil Rights Movement. To see all of his published works please visit his website David J Garrow | Professor, Author
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
In this episode of US History Repeated, we’ve traced the early life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.—from the influences that shaped him, to the emergence of his leadership, and through the pivotal campaigns that helped bring about the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. These victories are often remembered as moments of triumph, but they were also the beginning of a far more complicated chapter in King’s life and in the nation’s story.
There was a lot to cover and we decided to break this one into two parts.
In Part Two, we’ll step into that complexity. We’ll explore how the public perception of King changed as his message grew more challenging, why his outspoken opposition to the Vietnam War cost him political allies, and how his vision expanded to include economic justice through the Poor People’s Campaign. We’ll also confront the final days of his life and his assassination.
Our thanks to historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author David Garrow for helping us bring depth, nuance, and historical clarity to this conversation. If today’s episode showed how Dr. King rose to national prominence, the next will ask what it cost him—and what his unfinished work still asks of us.
David J. Garrow is a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author best known for Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, a landmark biography that remains one of the most authoritative studies of Dr. King and the modern Civil Rights Movement. To see all of his published works please visit his website David J Garrow | Professor, Author
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
In this episode of US History Repeated, we’ve traced the early life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.—from the influences that shaped him, to the emergence of his leadership, and through the pivotal campaigns that helped bring about the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. These victories are often remembered as moments of triumph, but they were also the beginning of a far more complicated chapter in King’s life and in the nation’s story.
There was a lot to cover and we decided to break this one into two parts.
In Part Two, we’ll step into that complexity. We’ll explore how the public perception of King changed as his message grew more challenging, why his outspoken opposition to the Vietnam War cost him political allies, and how his vision expanded to include economic justice through the Poor People’s Campaign. We’ll also confront the final days of his life and his assassination.
Our thanks to historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author David Garrow for helping us bring depth, nuance, and historical clarity to this conversation. If today’s episode showed how Dr. King rose to national prominence, the next will ask what it cost him—and what his unfinished work still asks of us.
David J. Garrow is a distinguished historian and Pulitzer Prize–winning author best known for Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, a landmark biography that remains one of the most authoritative studies of Dr. King and the modern Civil Rights Movement. To see all of his published works please visit his website David J Garrow | Professor, Author
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
Tghis episode is about the history of the US Capitol Building, and is part of our #US250 podcast specials.
Jeananne interviews Steve Livengood, Chief Guide & Historian at the US Capitol Historical Society.
We provide great detail on the design, building, rebuilding, and how it operates from its beginnings to this very day.
The US Capitol Building is the home of the legislative branch, was once the home of The US Supreme Court and has been the backdrop of some of the most important discussions and debates over issues that have shaped our nation.
As promised, here are some of the links we mention in this podcast:
Links Become a Member Individual Membership / Support USCHS | U.S. Capitol Historical Society Donate to The USCHS DonorPerfect Form Educational Videos We The People Constitution Program: Video | USCHS Teacher Resources We The People Constitution Program Webinars Lectures + Webinars / United States Capitol History | USCHS There is always more to learn! -JImmy & Jean
Tghis episode is about the history of the US Capitol Building, and is part of our #US250 podcast specials.
Jeananne interviews Steve Livengood, Chief Guide & Historian at the US Capitol Historical Society.
We provide great detail on the design, building, rebuilding, and how it operates from its beginnings to this very day.
The US Capitol Building is the home of the legislative branch, was once the home of The US Supreme Court and has been the backdrop of some of the most important discussions and debates over issues that have shaped our nation.
As promised, here are some of the links we mention in this podcast:
Links Become a Member Individual Membership / Support USCHS | U.S. Capitol Historical Society Donate to The USCHS DonorPerfect Form Educational Videos We The People Constitution Program: Video | USCHS Teacher Resources We The People Constitution Program Webinars Lectures + Webinars / United States Capitol History | USCHS There is always more to learn! -JImmy & Jean
This podcast is on the life and work of Thurgood Marshall. Most of us know Thurgood Marshall as the first black justice of the US Supreme Court, but we do not know is the road he took to get into that role.
We discuss how he bacame a lawyer, the many influences in his life, his time at the NAACP, and how he came to be a Supreme Court Justice.
Take a listen, there is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast is on the life and work of Thurgood Marshall. Most of us know Thurgood Marshall as the first black justice of the US Supreme Court, but we do not know is the road he took to get into that role.
We discuss how he bacame a lawyer, the many influences in his life, his time at the NAACP, and how he came to be a Supreme Court Justice.
Take a listen, there is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
We pivot back to our coverage of the civil rights movement and in this episode we focus our attention to the Montgomery Bus Boycott & Rosa Parks.
We are joined by Donna Beisel who is the Director of Museum Operations at The Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, Alabama.
This episode discusses themes related to racial violence, discrimination, and sexual assault, including references to cases Rosa Parks worked on during her time with the NAACP. These topics may be sensitive for some listeners. Please take care while listening and feel free to pause or step away if needed. For your reference this is discussed from the 15 min - 17 minute mark.
There is always more to lear - talk to you soon,
Jimmy & Jean
We pivot back to our coverage of the civil rights movement and in this episode we focus our attention to the Montgomery Bus Boycott & Rosa Parks.
We are joined by Donna Beisel who is the Director of Museum Operations at The Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, Alabama.
This episode discusses themes related to racial violence, discrimination, and sexual assault, including references to cases Rosa Parks worked on during her time with the NAACP. These topics may be sensitive for some listeners. Please take care while listening and feel free to pause or step away if needed. For your reference this is discussed from the 15 min - 17 minute mark.
There is always more to lear - talk to you soon,
Jimmy & Jean
We have been going mainly chronologically thus far, and with 2026 being the 250th anniversary of our country, we decided to mix in some different types of episodes to recognize where we have been, along with reminders of how we got there, and what we need to do to keep it going!
Today's podcast title, It Starts with Us: Keeping Democracy Alive for the Next 250 Years, delves into the responsibilities we have as citizens to stay educated and remember that the power is in the hands of the people. We assign that power to our elected officials in order for them to represent US!
Today, Jeananne is joined by Ira Chaleff
Ira and Jeananne discuss open dialogue with people who have differing views, not being closed off to other opinions, and more importantly, educating yourself with the viewpoints from the political left, center, and right.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
We have been going mainly chronologically thus far, and with 2026 being the 250th anniversary of our country, we decided to mix in some different types of episodes to recognize where we have been, along with reminders of how we got there, and what we need to do to keep it going!
Today's podcast title, It Starts with Us: Keeping Democracy Alive for the Next 250 Years, delves into the responsibilities we have as citizens to stay educated and remember that the power is in the hands of the people. We assign that power to our elected officials in order for them to represent US!
Today, Jeananne is joined by Ira Chaleff
Ira and Jeananne discuss open dialogue with people who have differing views, not being closed off to other opinions, and more importantly, educating yourself with the viewpoints from the political left, center, and right.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
Our podcast on the legislative branch and civic engagement focuses on the interactions between politicians and their constituents.
Do you know who your congressman is? Do you know who your two state senators are? Do you know how to reach them?
Well we will get into all of this and more! Jeananne is joined by Bradford Fitch, the former CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. He has spent 40 years in Washington as a journalist, congressional aide, consultant, college instructor, Internet entrepreneur, and writer/researcher. He is a leading trainer of citizen-advocates in the U.S., with more than 50,000 Americans participating in one of his programs. His most recent book was just published, Citizen's Handbook for Influencing Elected Officials: Engaging with Congress and State Capitols
and can be found on Amazon with the link above.
Take a listen as there is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Additional Guest information:
BradfordFitch.com Find Your Members in the U.S. Congress | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
Our podcast on the legislative branch and civic engagement focuses on the interactions between politicians and their constituents.
Do you know who your congressman is? Do you know who your two state senators are? Do you know how to reach them?
Well we will get into all of this and more! Jeananne is joined by Bradford Fitch, the former CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. He has spent 40 years in Washington as a journalist, congressional aide, consultant, college instructor, Internet entrepreneur, and writer/researcher. He is a leading trainer of citizen-advocates in the U.S., with more than 50,000 Americans participating in one of his programs. His most recent book was just published, Citizen's Handbook for Influencing Elected Officials: Engaging with Congress and State Capitols
and can be found on Amazon with the link above.
Take a listen as there is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Additional Guest information:
BradfordFitch.com Find Your Members in the U.S. Congress | Congress.gov | Library of Congress
In this podcast we continue our coverage of the civil rights movement with a discussion on Brown vs. The Board of Education.
Most of us know Brown v. Board of Education as the Supreme Court decision that struck down racial segregation in public schools. But what’s often forgotten is that this landmark case has deep roots in a place that, nearly a century earlier, was a battleground over the issue of slavery.
That place? Kansas.
As students of history, you may have heard the phrase “Bleeding Kansas." This wasn’t just a metaphor. From 1854 to 1859, the Kansas Territory became a war zone as pro-slavery and anti-slavery settlers fought over whether the state would enter the Union as free or slave-holding state. In an earlier episode, we discussed John Brown and his infamous raid on Harpers Ferry. And here's a little-known fact: Kansas had four competing constitutions during its territorial years. Yes — four! Each one representing a different vision of the state’s future. The debate over slavery wasn’t just national — it was hyperlocal, fought at the ballot box, in homes, and with rifles. When Kansas finally entered the Union in 1861, it did so as a free state — just months before the Civil War began. And a century later, it would once again become a frontline in the battle for civil rights, this time in the classrooms of Topeka.
On this episode, our resident history expert, Jeananne Xenakis is joined by Ms. Fatimah Purvis, who serves as the Education Specialist at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park in Topeka, Kansas.
In this podcast we continue our coverage of the civil rights movement with a discussion on Brown vs. The Board of Education.
Most of us know Brown v. Board of Education as the Supreme Court decision that struck down racial segregation in public schools. But what’s often forgotten is that this landmark case has deep roots in a place that, nearly a century earlier, was a battleground over the issue of slavery.
That place? Kansas.
As students of history, you may have heard the phrase “Bleeding Kansas." This wasn’t just a metaphor. From 1854 to 1859, the Kansas Territory became a war zone as pro-slavery and anti-slavery settlers fought over whether the state would enter the Union as free or slave-holding state. In an earlier episode, we discussed John Brown and his infamous raid on Harpers Ferry. And here's a little-known fact: Kansas had four competing constitutions during its territorial years. Yes — four! Each one representing a different vision of the state’s future. The debate over slavery wasn’t just national — it was hyperlocal, fought at the ballot box, in homes, and with rifles. When Kansas finally entered the Union in 1861, it did so as a free state — just months before the Civil War began. And a century later, it would once again become a frontline in the battle for civil rights, this time in the classrooms of Topeka.
On this episode, our resident history expert, Jeananne Xenakis is joined by Ms. Fatimah Purvis, who serves as the Education Specialist at Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park in Topeka, Kansas.
We continue our conversation on The Civil Rights Movement and in this podcast we delve into the story of Emmett Till. Emmett Till was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered. We delve into his story and how it was a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement here in The United States.
We are joined by Devery Anderson, author of Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement
There is always more to learn!
Talk to you soon,
Jimmy & Jean
We continue our conversation on The Civil Rights Movement and in this podcast we delve into the story of Emmett Till. Emmett Till was kidnapped, tortured, and murdered. We delve into his story and how it was a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement here in The United States.
We are joined by Devery Anderson, author of Emmett Till: The Murder That Shocked the World and Propelled the Civil Rights Movement
There is always more to learn!
Talk to you soon,
Jimmy & Jean
With this podcast we begin our coverage of the Civil Rights Movement here in the United States. There will be multiple podcasts, which Jeananne will introduce some topics later on in this one.
To understand the importance of The Civil Rights Movement and why it was such an uphill battle to get legislation passed to protect voting rights, to desegregate schools and public facilities and allow for equal protection under the law, we have to go back to the era of Reconstruction and look at the journey from slavery to segregation.
We reference content from earlier podcasts, so if you want to take a refresher, go back and listen to our podcasts on:
Take a listen, there is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
With this podcast we begin our coverage of the Civil Rights Movement here in the United States. There will be multiple podcasts, which Jeananne will introduce some topics later on in this one.
To understand the importance of The Civil Rights Movement and why it was such an uphill battle to get legislation passed to protect voting rights, to desegregate schools and public facilities and allow for equal protection under the law, we have to go back to the era of Reconstruction and look at the journey from slavery to segregation.
We reference content from earlier podcasts, so if you want to take a refresher, go back and listen to our podcasts on:
Take a listen, there is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Season 6 is here, and with it comes an exciting opportunity to dive deep into the past of one of America's most iconic landmarks. The White House may just seem like a building, but its rich and layered history reveals so much more—untold stories of decisions that shaped the world, whispered conversations, and personal moments of the nation's leaders.
Stewart McLaurin, White House Historical Association President, joins us for an incredible discussion on the history of The White House as we gear up to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of The United States of America.
Imagine the secrets held within its walls—the lives of those who constructed it, the leaders who governed from its rooms, and the historic choices that forever altered the course of the country. Too often, these pivotal moments go unnoticed, lost to time.
But there's a solution: Tune in to our newest discussion, led by our resident history expert, Jeananne Xenakis and Stewart McLaurin, White House Historical Association President. Together, they'll unpack "The History Of The White House," and explore the legacy of The White House.
If you're visiting Washington, D.C., make time for a visit to The White House Historical Association’s new immersive exhibit. Help preserve history and ensure future generations can experience its grandeur—visit their website to support their vital mission.
The People's House: A White House Experience: https://thepeopleshouse.org/
The White House Historical Association: https://www.whitehousehistory.org/
Season 6 is here, and with it comes an exciting opportunity to dive deep into the past of one of America's most iconic landmarks. The White House may just seem like a building, but its rich and layered history reveals so much more—untold stories of decisions that shaped the world, whispered conversations, and personal moments of the nation's leaders.
Stewart McLaurin, White House Historical Association President, joins us for an incredible discussion on the history of The White House as we gear up to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of The United States of America.
Imagine the secrets held within its walls—the lives of those who constructed it, the leaders who governed from its rooms, and the historic choices that forever altered the course of the country. Too often, these pivotal moments go unnoticed, lost to time.
But there's a solution: Tune in to our newest discussion, led by our resident history expert, Jeananne Xenakis and Stewart McLaurin, White House Historical Association President. Together, they'll unpack "The History Of The White House," and explore the legacy of The White House.
If you're visiting Washington, D.C., make time for a visit to The White House Historical Association’s new immersive exhibit. Help preserve history and ensure future generations can experience its grandeur—visit their website to support their vital mission.
The People's House: A White House Experience: https://thepeopleshouse.org/
The White House Historical Association: https://www.whitehousehistory.org/
Well we all know the TV today, and there are a few hundred channels that we all gave access to today.
We dive into the invention, the adoption by the population, the programming explosion, and some popular shows that became staples of the 1950s.
Shows like I Love Lucy, Leave it to Beaver, The Honeymooners and more entertained the masses at the end of their work days.
The televsion became a must have in every home.
With the popularity of the programming came the inevitable insurgence of advertisers. It was a whole new media to use to get in front of the consumers.
As you listen to this podcast, think how similar a time we live in today with the advent of social media, digital ads, and inflencer marketing!
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Well we all know the TV today, and there are a few hundred channels that we all gave access to today.
We dive into the invention, the adoption by the population, the programming explosion, and some popular shows that became staples of the 1950s.
Shows like I Love Lucy, Leave it to Beaver, The Honeymooners and more entertained the masses at the end of their work days.
The televsion became a must have in every home.
With the popularity of the programming came the inevitable insurgence of advertisers. It was a whole new media to use to get in front of the consumers.
As you listen to this podcast, think how similar a time we live in today with the advent of social media, digital ads, and inflencer marketing!
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast covers the polio outbreak in the 1950s, along with the subsequent vaccine invented by Jonas Salk.
We delve into the spread, the treatments, as well as the eventual vaccine created by Mr. Jonas Salk.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast covers the polio outbreak in the 1950s, along with the subsequent vaccine invented by Jonas Salk.
We delve into the spread, the treatments, as well as the eventual vaccine created by Mr. Jonas Salk.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
With this podcast, we complete our coverage of President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
This is episode is the final of three parts. This episode delves into the foreign and domestic agendas of the Eisenhower presidency.
We get into U2 spy planes, Russia and the Cold War, happenings in the Middle East with Iran and Egypt, along with issues with the Suez Canal. So many things to discuss in this IKE finale!
We are joined by Dr Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Museum & Library. If you would like to take a look at their website and take a visit, here is the link!
Home | Eisenhower Presidential Library
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
With this podcast, we complete our coverage of President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
This is episode is the final of three parts. This episode delves into the foreign and domestic agendas of the Eisenhower presidency.
We get into U2 spy planes, Russia and the Cold War, happenings in the Middle East with Iran and Egypt, along with issues with the Suez Canal. So many things to discuss in this IKE finale!
We are joined by Dr Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Museum & Library. If you would like to take a look at their website and take a visit, here is the link!
Home | Eisenhower Presidential Library
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
We continue our coverage of General & eventually President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
This is episode is the second of three parts. This episode begins with the story of the election of 1952, how he came to be the nominee, and the 8 years of his presidency, along with the impact that President Eisenhower and his wife, Mamie.
Take a look at the fudge recipe we promised from Mamie!
Mamie Eisenhower's Chocolate Fudge Recipe
We are joined by Dr Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Museum & Library. If you would like to take a look at their website and take a visit, here is the link!
Home | Eisenhower Presidential Library
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
We continue our coverage of General & eventually President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
This is episode is the second of three parts. This episode begins with the story of the election of 1952, how he came to be the nominee, and the 8 years of his presidency, along with the impact that President Eisenhower and his wife, Mamie.
Take a look at the fudge recipe we promised from Mamie!
Mamie Eisenhower's Chocolate Fudge Recipe
We are joined by Dr Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Museum & Library. If you would like to take a look at their website and take a visit, here is the link!
Home | Eisenhower Presidential Library
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
We begin our coverage of General & eventually President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
We will be braking these up into three parts. This first part will cover Eisenhower's earlier years at West Point, his military appointments, and all the way up to, but not including the election of 1952.
We are joined by Dr Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D Eisenhower Museum & Library. If you would like to take a look at their website and take a visit, here is the link!
Home | Eisenhower Presidential Library
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
We begin our coverage of General & eventually President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
We will be braking these up into three parts. This first part will cover Eisenhower's earlier years at West Point, his military appointments, and all the way up to, but not including the election of 1952.
We are joined by Dr Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D Eisenhower Museum & Library. If you would like to take a look at their website and take a visit, here is the link!
Home | Eisenhower Presidential Library
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Our 1950's podcast has a bit of everything. The 1950s can be called the decade of conformity. There is tremendous growth. Population is BOOMING, hence the term "Baby Boomers" came into vogue.
The roles of women changed, going from aspirations of Rosie the Riviter in the work force to stay at home mother and homemaker. Television, movies, and other media, all showcased the idealized images of what family life should be.
Pop culture gave us rock n roll, "The King", Chuck Berry, and others.
Toys like The Barbie Doll, Mr Potato Head, and PlayDoh became very popular.
President Eisenhower championed projects related to infrastructure. The suburbs were born, and roads, highways, bridges, and tunnel projects were all undertaken.
This episode has it all, along with a little fun at the end.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Our 1950's podcast has a bit of everything. The 1950s can be called the decade of conformity. There is tremendous growth. Population is BOOMING, hence the term "Baby Boomers" came into vogue.
The roles of women changed, going from aspirations of Rosie the Riviter in the work force to stay at home mother and homemaker. Television, movies, and other media, all showcased the idealized images of what family life should be.
Pop culture gave us rock n roll, "The King", Chuck Berry, and others.
Toys like The Barbie Doll, Mr Potato Head, and PlayDoh became very popular.
President Eisenhower championed projects related to infrastructure. The suburbs were born, and roads, highways, bridges, and tunnel projects were all undertaken.
This episode has it all, along with a little fun at the end.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
So in order to recap how we got to what became known as the "McCarthy era", we need to take a look at recent events.
Many events occurred before Senator Joseph McCarthy's rise to national fame.
There was first the breakdown of the wartime alliance with the Soviet Union, and President Harry S. Truman signed an executive order in 1947 to screen federal employees for possible association with organizations deemed "totalitarian, fascist, communist, or subversive", or potentially advocating "to alter the form of Government of the United States by unconstitutional means."
Then, you had Czechoslovak coup by the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia which heightened concern in the West about Communist parties seizing power and the possibility of subversion.
In 1949, a high-level State Department official was convicted of perjury in a case of espionage, and the Soviet Union tested a nuclear bomb.
The Korean War started the next year, significantly raising tensions and fears of impending communist upheavals in the United States.
In a speech in February 1950, McCarthy claimed to have a list of members of the Communist Party USA working in the State Department, which attracted substantial press attention, and the term McCarthyism was published for the first time in late March of that year in The Christian Science Monitor, along with a political cartoon by Herblock in The Washington Post.
So there is the quick intro, and Jeananne will pick up all of the details of McCarthyism and the Second Red Scare.
there is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
So in order to recap how we got to what became known as the "McCarthy era", we need to take a look at recent events.
Many events occurred before Senator Joseph McCarthy's rise to national fame.
There was first the breakdown of the wartime alliance with the Soviet Union, and President Harry S. Truman signed an executive order in 1947 to screen federal employees for possible association with organizations deemed "totalitarian, fascist, communist, or subversive", or potentially advocating "to alter the form of Government of the United States by unconstitutional means."
Then, you had Czechoslovak coup by the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia which heightened concern in the West about Communist parties seizing power and the possibility of subversion.
In 1949, a high-level State Department official was convicted of perjury in a case of espionage, and the Soviet Union tested a nuclear bomb.
The Korean War started the next year, significantly raising tensions and fears of impending communist upheavals in the United States.
In a speech in February 1950, McCarthy claimed to have a list of members of the Communist Party USA working in the State Department, which attracted substantial press attention, and the term McCarthyism was published for the first time in late March of that year in The Christian Science Monitor, along with a political cartoon by Herblock in The Washington Post.
So there is the quick intro, and Jeananne will pick up all of the details of McCarthyism and the Second Red Scare.
there is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
Welcome to episode number 102. This one is on the Korean War.
Jean and I discuss the events leading up to the war. The Korean War is a byproduct of post WWII events and how land was divided up after the war.
We dig into the 38th parallel, communist influences vs US influence, and the beginnings of war yet again.
We delve into what becomes the first of many proxy wars between the US and Russia, as well as the conclusion of the war, which believe it or not, is still not technically over.
Take a listen, and let us know what you think.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Welcome to episode number 102. This one is on the Korean War.
Jean and I discuss the events leading up to the war. The Korean War is a byproduct of post WWII events and how land was divided up after the war.
We dig into the 38th parallel, communist influences vs US influence, and the beginnings of war yet again.
We delve into what becomes the first of many proxy wars between the US and Russia, as well as the conclusion of the war, which believe it or not, is still not technically over.
Take a listen, and let us know what you think.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) serves as a fundamental institution in shaping international relations, particularly between NATO and the West. Established in the aftermath of World War II, NATO was formed to ensure collective defense and maintain peace among its member states. Its creation responded to the urgent need for a stable and secure geopolitical environment in a world recovering from the devastation of war.
Its member countries agreed to mutual defense commitments, meaning an attack against one would be considered an attack against all. This principle aimed to deter aggression and promote a united front against any adversary. As the alliance grew, NATO adapted its objectives to address new global challenges beyond traditional military threats, such as terrorism and cyber warfare.
Take a listen to what Jimmy and Jean have to say about the formation and evolution of NATO.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) serves as a fundamental institution in shaping international relations, particularly between NATO and the West. Established in the aftermath of World War II, NATO was formed to ensure collective defense and maintain peace among its member states. Its creation responded to the urgent need for a stable and secure geopolitical environment in a world recovering from the devastation of war.
Its member countries agreed to mutual defense commitments, meaning an attack against one would be considered an attack against all. This principle aimed to deter aggression and promote a united front against any adversary. As the alliance grew, NATO adapted its objectives to address new global challenges beyond traditional military threats, such as terrorism and cyber warfare.
Take a listen to what Jimmy and Jean have to say about the formation and evolution of NATO.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
In our podcast on the history of US Troop Entertainment we take a deep dive into the launching of the USO, celebrity visits to the troops, the mobilization of US mail to get the letters to our troops as well as Jeep Shows.
Our Special guest in this podcast is author Robert B. O'Connor, who wrote Jeep Show: A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge
To take a peek at Robert's book, please visit this link to his book on Amazon.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
In our podcast on the history of US Troop Entertainment we take a deep dive into the launching of the USO, celebrity visits to the troops, the mobilization of US mail to get the letters to our troops as well as Jeep Shows.
Our Special guest in this podcast is author Robert B. O'Connor, who wrote Jeep Show: A Trouper at the Battle of the Bulge
To take a peek at Robert's book, please visit this link to his book on Amazon.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
We conclude our coverage of the presidency of Harry S. Truman with part three here in this podcast.
We are again joined by Mr Mark Adams from the Harry S. Truman Presidential Museum & Library.
Foreign Policy wise, throughout his two terms as President, Truman has one development after another. The start of the Cold War, the rebuilding of Europe – not just borders, rebuilding cities and reviving the economy through programs like the Truman Doctrine and The Marshall Plan and of course The Korean War which we will do a separate episode on. Truman also shocks US officials and world leaders with another shocking decision. What was it? Take a listen and find out!
We do not want to put too much into the description, and hope you enjoy the podcast.
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
We conclude our coverage of the presidency of Harry S. Truman with part three here in this podcast.
We are again joined by Mr Mark Adams from the Harry S. Truman Presidential Museum & Library.
Foreign Policy wise, throughout his two terms as President, Truman has one development after another. The start of the Cold War, the rebuilding of Europe – not just borders, rebuilding cities and reviving the economy through programs like the Truman Doctrine and The Marshall Plan and of course The Korean War which we will do a separate episode on. Truman also shocks US officials and world leaders with another shocking decision. What was it? Take a listen and find out!
We do not want to put too much into the description, and hope you enjoy the podcast.
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
We continue our coverage of Harry S. Truman, which is in three parts.
In part two we are joined by Mr Mark Adams from the Harry S. Truman Presidential Museum & Library.
We discuss his acclimation to The Presidency after suddenly being thrust into the role, the decisions to drop "The Bomb" in hopes of ending the war, as well as post WWII politics and the desired influence of democracy on the globe.
We do not want to put too much into the description, and hope you enjoy the podcast
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
We continue our coverage of Harry S. Truman, which is in three parts.
In part two we are joined by Mr Mark Adams from the Harry S. Truman Presidential Museum & Library.
We discuss his acclimation to The Presidency after suddenly being thrust into the role, the decisions to drop "The Bomb" in hopes of ending the war, as well as post WWII politics and the desired influence of democracy on the globe.
We do not want to put too much into the description, and hope you enjoy the podcast
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
We begin our coverage of Harry S. Truman, which will be done over three parts. Part one will discuss the early life and the beginnings ofhis political career.
Truman was born in Lamar Missouri on May 8, 1884. He was named after his uncle Harrison and was given the middle initial of S to honor both of his grandfathers.
Back in 1905, Truman joined the Missouri National Guard. Knowing his poor eye sight might prevent him from being accepted, he memorized the eye chart! When the US got involved in WWI in 1917, Truman reenlisted, he was 33 years old. He served in France and is the only US President who saw military action in WWI.
In 1922, Truman began his time in public office.
We do not want to put too much into the description, and hope you enjoy the podcast
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
We begin our coverage of Harry S. Truman, which will be done over three parts. Part one will discuss the early life and the beginnings ofhis political career.
Truman was born in Lamar Missouri on May 8, 1884. He was named after his uncle Harrison and was given the middle initial of S to honor both of his grandfathers.
Back in 1905, Truman joined the Missouri National Guard. Knowing his poor eye sight might prevent him from being accepted, he memorized the eye chart! When the US got involved in WWI in 1917, Truman reenlisted, he was 33 years old. He served in France and is the only US President who saw military action in WWI.
In 1922, Truman began his time in public office.
We do not want to put too much into the description, and hope you enjoy the podcast
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast continues our discussion on post WWI & WWII impact on the Middle East.
Understanding the historical backdrop of conflicts in the region is essential to comprehending the persistent struggle for land, identity, and sovereignty in Israel and Palestine. To begin to understand what is happening today, we once again have to go back in time to WWI.
The collapse of the Ottoman Empire triggered a major reshuffling of territorial claims in the Middle East. The Ottoman Empire ruled the region since the 1500s.
Once again, we’re talking about The Sykes-Picot Agreement of 1916, a secret pact between Britain and France, that divided Ottoman territories into spheres of influence, disregarding the region's complex ethnic and religious identities.
If you want to know why battles persist to this very day, take a listen to this podcast and learn some of the details!
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon.
-Jimmy & Jean
This podcast continues our discussion on post WWI & WWII impact on the Middle East.
Understanding the historical backdrop of conflicts in the region is essential to comprehending the persistent struggle for land, identity, and sovereignty in Israel and Palestine. To begin to understand what is happening today, we once again have to go back in time to WWI.
The collapse of the Ottoman Empire triggered a major reshuffling of territorial claims in the Middle East. The Ottoman Empire ruled the region since the 1500s.
Once again, we’re talking about The Sykes-Picot Agreement of 1916, a secret pact between Britain and France, that divided Ottoman territories into spheres of influence, disregarding the region's complex ethnic and religious identities.
If you want to know why battles persist to this very day, take a listen to this podcast and learn some of the details!
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon.
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast we look at WWI and WWII and how they set the stage for the modern Middle East. Not just the geopolitical landscape. The countries that exist today and where their borders are but also a lot of the conflicts that exist within this region and with the relationships that Middle eastern countries have with the western world. One of those conflicts that can trace its roots back to the end of WWI is the Israeli and Palestinian conflict.
We are joined by Miles Spencer, one of the authors of A Line In The Sand.
(We added the link to Amazon if you would like to take a look. )
There is always more to learn, take a quick listen!
_Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast we look at WWI and WWII and how they set the stage for the modern Middle East. Not just the geopolitical landscape. The countries that exist today and where their borders are but also a lot of the conflicts that exist within this region and with the relationships that Middle eastern countries have with the western world. One of those conflicts that can trace its roots back to the end of WWI is the Israeli and Palestinian conflict.
We are joined by Miles Spencer, one of the authors of A Line In The Sand.
(We added the link to Amazon if you would like to take a look. )
There is always more to learn, take a quick listen!
_Jimmy & Jean
Hi, welccome to another podcast of US History Repeated with Jimmy and Jean. This podcast is all about the formation of The United Nations.
We discuss why it was created and replaced The League of Nations, as well as the role it was created to play in the world.
We identify and discuss the 6 components that make up the organization and explain the functions of each. They are:
We will also delve into current events and the more recent issues that The United Nations has been involved with, like the Russian invation of Ukraine, and the conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Hi, welccome to another podcast of US History Repeated with Jimmy and Jean. This podcast is all about the formation of The United Nations.
We discuss why it was created and replaced The League of Nations, as well as the role it was created to play in the world.
We identify and discuss the 6 components that make up the organization and explain the functions of each. They are:
We will also delve into current events and the more recent issues that The United Nations has been involved with, like the Russian invation of Ukraine, and the conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast, we discuss the aftermath of World War II in Europe.
We dig into the Nuremberg Trials, the division of Germany, displaced individuals, and touch on the creation of Israel.
We discuss Operation Paperclip, where 1600 German scientists were relocated and their assisting in the US space program, as well as several other important items post WWII.
We don;t like giving too much away in the description and as always, there is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast, we discuss the aftermath of World War II in Europe.
We dig into the Nuremberg Trials, the division of Germany, displaced individuals, and touch on the creation of Israel.
We discuss Operation Paperclip, where 1600 German scientists were relocated and their assisting in the US space program, as well as several other important items post WWII.
We don;t like giving too much away in the description and as always, there is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
After the surrender of Japan, the work to rebuild Japan and cement the country as one of the most important US allies in the Pacific began. Japan became strategically important after the fall of China to Communism. Japan being a democracy became of the utmost importance.
The US occupation of Japan lasted from Japan’s surrender on Sept. 2, 1945 until 1952 when the treaty of San Francisco went into effect in April of that year.
We discuss the creation of a new Japanese constitution and government and demilitarization of Japan.
We also discuss the aftermath of the atomic bombs being dropped and the experiences of the survivors, who became known as Hibakusha. Their illnesses were feared, and they carried stigmas that came with what will become known as radiation poisoning.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
After the surrender of Japan, the work to rebuild Japan and cement the country as one of the most important US allies in the Pacific began. Japan became strategically important after the fall of China to Communism. Japan being a democracy became of the utmost importance.
The US occupation of Japan lasted from Japan’s surrender on Sept. 2, 1945 until 1952 when the treaty of San Francisco went into effect in April of that year.
We discuss the creation of a new Japanese constitution and government and demilitarization of Japan.
We also discuss the aftermath of the atomic bombs being dropped and the experiences of the survivors, who became known as Hibakusha. Their illnesses were feared, and they carried stigmas that came with what will become known as radiation poisoning.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
Kicking off our fifth season with a blast as we discuss the Manhattan Project, the creation of the Atomic Bomb, and the end of World War Two.
We get into the details behind the development of the bombs, the race to be first, make references to the recent movie, Oppenheimer, and how the United States decided where and how to drop the bombs on Japan.
The eventually brough about the end of World War Two.
All the details are here in this podcast, take a listen, tell your friends, and know that there is always more to learn!
Talk to you soon,
Jimmy & Jean
Kicking off our fifth season with a blast as we discuss the Manhattan Project, the creation of the Atomic Bomb, and the end of World War Two.
We get into the details behind the development of the bombs, the race to be first, make references to the recent movie, Oppenheimer, and how the United States decided where and how to drop the bombs on Japan.
The eventually brough about the end of World War Two.
All the details are here in this podcast, take a listen, tell your friends, and know that there is always more to learn!
Talk to you soon,
Jimmy & Jean
This podcasts focuses on the battles with Japan in the Pacific.
The Pacific Theater was the largest theater of the war. The Japanese referred to the Pacific Theaters as the Greater East Asia War. The Pacific theater presented an entirely different strategic landscape.
The US was joined by Great Britain & China in defeating the empire of Japan. British troops consisted of a large number of colonial troops from their territories. Troops from India, Burma (present day Mayanmar, Malaya now known as Malaysia, Fiji, Tonga; Troops from Australia, New Zealand and Canada played a pivotal role as well. Japan attacked the American territories of Hawaii, the Philippines, Guam, and Wake Island and the British territories of Malaya, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Stretching over vast oceanic expanses, it was characterized by its remote, far-flung island territories, which required lengthy and complex naval and air operations.
We do not want to ruin all of Jeananne's comments, so take a listen and share with your friends!
There is always more to learn, ]
Jimmy & Jean
This podcasts focuses on the battles with Japan in the Pacific.
The Pacific Theater was the largest theater of the war. The Japanese referred to the Pacific Theaters as the Greater East Asia War. The Pacific theater presented an entirely different strategic landscape.
The US was joined by Great Britain & China in defeating the empire of Japan. British troops consisted of a large number of colonial troops from their territories. Troops from India, Burma (present day Mayanmar, Malaya now known as Malaysia, Fiji, Tonga; Troops from Australia, New Zealand and Canada played a pivotal role as well. Japan attacked the American territories of Hawaii, the Philippines, Guam, and Wake Island and the British territories of Malaya, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Stretching over vast oceanic expanses, it was characterized by its remote, far-flung island territories, which required lengthy and complex naval and air operations.
We do not want to ruin all of Jeananne's comments, so take a listen and share with your friends!
There is always more to learn, ]
Jimmy & Jean
Today we are going to be talking about The Holocaust and what the United States, the Allies and people around the world knew about what was happening.
Today we are joined by a special guest, Rebecca Erbelding, a historian, an author, educator and archivist at The National Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. Rebecca Erbelding is the author of the book, Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America’s Efforts to Save the Jews of Europe
Rebecca and Jeananne have a conversation about the goings on in the concentration camps run by the Nazis. Take a listen and hear what they have to say.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy and Jean
Today we are going to be talking about The Holocaust and what the United States, the Allies and people around the world knew about what was happening.
Today we are joined by a special guest, Rebecca Erbelding, a historian, an author, educator and archivist at The National Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. Rebecca Erbelding is the author of the book, Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America’s Efforts to Save the Jews of Europe
Rebecca and Jeananne have a conversation about the goings on in the concentration camps run by the Nazis. Take a listen and hear what they have to say.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy and Jean
This podcast covers World War Two as it rages on in Europe.
We discuss the goings on in Europe at the time, and we dig into the Allied Strategy, the switching of sides and U.S. alignment with The Soviets.
On the homefront, in The U.S. we cover the contributions of Black Americans, women's contributions during the war, rationing, victory gardens, and more.
We also discuss how technology evolved because of the war. This included major changes on land, at sea, and in the skies above!
We go right up to the end of the war in Europe, and boy does Jeananne go into a lot of detail. In fact, we go right to May 8 1945, called VE Day. Almost exactly 79 years ago to the day we are releasing this podcast!
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast covers World War Two as it rages on in Europe.
We discuss the goings on in Europe at the time, and we dig into the Allied Strategy, the switching of sides and U.S. alignment with The Soviets.
On the homefront, in The U.S. we cover the contributions of Black Americans, women's contributions during the war, rationing, victory gardens, and more.
We also discuss how technology evolved because of the war. This included major changes on land, at sea, and in the skies above!
We go right up to the end of the war in Europe, and boy does Jeananne go into a lot of detail. In fact, we go right to May 8 1945, called VE Day. Almost exactly 79 years ago to the day we are releasing this podcast!
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast covers the Allied invasion at Normandy. It was the largest and most complex amphibious invasion in history.
The actual date of the invasion was pushed back a number of times due to changes in the plan.
Hundreds of thousands of soldiers and a half a million military vehicles would need to be brought to the beaches at Normanday.
As early as the 1930s, the US military began looking for ways to safely bring troops from ships to beaches. A shipbuilder in New Orleans named Andrew Jackson Higgins modified one of his boats to meet the US military’s specifications. It became known as the Higgins boat. These boats were a game changer. It allowed Allied troops to get to shore. This is why the US WWII museum is located in New Orleans. The area became essential to the war industry and the success of the war.
We do not want to spoil the rest of the podcast in the description, so dig in and take a listen!
Jimmy & Jean
This podcast covers the Allied invasion at Normandy. It was the largest and most complex amphibious invasion in history.
The actual date of the invasion was pushed back a number of times due to changes in the plan.
Hundreds of thousands of soldiers and a half a million military vehicles would need to be brought to the beaches at Normanday.
As early as the 1930s, the US military began looking for ways to safely bring troops from ships to beaches. A shipbuilder in New Orleans named Andrew Jackson Higgins modified one of his boats to meet the US military’s specifications. It became known as the Higgins boat. These boats were a game changer. It allowed Allied troops to get to shore. This is why the US WWII museum is located in New Orleans. The area became essential to the war industry and the success of the war.
We do not want to spoil the rest of the podcast in the description, so dig in and take a listen!
Jimmy & Jean
Part three of our coverage of Japanese Internment during World War Two finds Jeananne continuing her interview with Angela Sutton, an Interpretative Ranger at Tule lake, one of the most infamous of the incarceration centers to get inside knowledge and more details of what went on in the camp.
We get many details and a few stories, including first hand accounts retold by Ms. Sutton, as well as descriptions of the camp itself.
Jeananne then goes into what happened to the detainees after the camps closed.
Japanese Americans were given $25 and a one-way train ticket to go and re-establish their lives.
A Supreme Court case which challenged the Constitutionality of Executive Order 9066 and Japanese Incarceration camps was Korematsu v The United States.
More than 40 years after the war’s end, President Ronald Reagan signed into law the Civil Liberties Act of 1988, which apologized to still-living Japanese Americans who had been held in the camps and ordered restitution of $20,000. In 1998, Fred Korematsu was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Bill Clinton. After the terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2001 when laws were passed that limited people’s civil liberties, once again Fred Korematsu spoke out. He died on March 30, 2005.
Listen to this podcast on how this went down and what exactly was involved.
There is always more to learn, talk to y'all soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Part three of our coverage of Japanese Internment during World War Two finds Jeananne continuing her interview with Angela Sutton, an Interpretative Ranger at Tule lake, one of the most infamous of the incarceration centers to get inside knowledge and more details of what went on in the camp.
We get many details and a few stories, including first hand accounts retold by Ms. Sutton, as well as descriptions of the camp itself.
Jeananne then goes into what happened to the detainees after the camps closed.
Japanese Americans were given $25 and a one-way train ticket to go and re-establish their lives.
A Supreme Court case which challenged the Constitutionality of Executive Order 9066 and Japanese Incarceration camps was Korematsu v The United States.
More than 40 years after the war’s end, President Ronald Reagan signed into law the Civil Liberties Act of 1988, which apologized to still-living Japanese Americans who had been held in the camps and ordered restitution of $20,000. In 1998, Fred Korematsu was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Bill Clinton. After the terrorist attack on Sept. 11, 2001 when laws were passed that limited people’s civil liberties, once again Fred Korematsu spoke out. He died on March 30, 2005.
Listen to this podcast on how this went down and what exactly was involved.
There is always more to learn, talk to y'all soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Part two of our coverage of Japanese Internment during World War Two finds Jeananne interviewing Angela Sutton, an Interpretative Ranger at Tule lake, one of the most infamous of the incarceration centers to get inside knowledge and more details of what went on in the camp.
On January 14, 1942, FDR issued Executive Order 2537 which required non-U.S. citizens from World War II-enemy countries—Italy, Germany and Japan—to register with the United States Department of Justice.
They were then issued a Certificate of Identification for Aliens of Enemy Nationality.
Then came Executive Order 9066. This granted the secretary of war and his commanders the power “to prescribe military areas in such places and of such extent as he or the appropriate Military Commander may determine, from which any or all persons may be excluded.” There was no specific individuals or locations listed in the order. It was broad and left up to interpretation.
It was quickly applied to just about the entire Japanese American population on the West Coast. The War Relocation Board was created.
Listen to this podcast on how this went down and what exactly was involved.
There is always more to learn, talk to y'all soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Part two of our coverage of Japanese Internment during World War Two finds Jeananne interviewing Angela Sutton, an Interpretative Ranger at Tule lake, one of the most infamous of the incarceration centers to get inside knowledge and more details of what went on in the camp.
On January 14, 1942, FDR issued Executive Order 2537 which required non-U.S. citizens from World War II-enemy countries—Italy, Germany and Japan—to register with the United States Department of Justice.
They were then issued a Certificate of Identification for Aliens of Enemy Nationality.
Then came Executive Order 9066. This granted the secretary of war and his commanders the power “to prescribe military areas in such places and of such extent as he or the appropriate Military Commander may determine, from which any or all persons may be excluded.” There was no specific individuals or locations listed in the order. It was broad and left up to interpretation.
It was quickly applied to just about the entire Japanese American population on the West Coast. The War Relocation Board was created.
Listen to this podcast on how this went down and what exactly was involved.
There is always more to learn, talk to y'all soon!
Jimmy & Jean
After the attack on Pearl Harbor – political debate began about the need to protect the country against another attack from the Japanese, the fear of espionage, and racism all led to the eventual passage of a series of executive orders.
Prior to the forced removal from the West Coast, assets were frozen, and the FBI led by J. Edgar Hoover had compiled a list of about 1500 people of Japanese ancestry that the FBI believed needed to be watched. These individuals were arrested the day after the attack. Many of them remained detained for the duration of the war.
In addition, On January 14, 1942, FDR issued Executive Order 2537 which required non-U.S. citizens from World War II-enemy countries—Italy, Germany and Japan—to register with the United States Department of Justice.
They were then issued a Certificate of Identification for Aliens of Enemy Nationality.
Then came Executive Order 9066. This granted the secretary of war and his commanders the power “to prescribe military areas in such places and of such extent as he or the appropriate Military Commander may determine, from which any or all persons may be excluded.” There was no specific individuals or locations listed in the order. It was broad and left up to interpretation.
It was quickly applied to just about the entire Japanese American population on the West Coast. The War Relocation Board was created.
Listen to this podcast on how this went down and what exactly was involved.
There is always more to learn, talk to y'all soon!
Jimmy & Jean
After the attack on Pearl Harbor – political debate began about the need to protect the country against another attack from the Japanese, the fear of espionage, and racism all led to the eventual passage of a series of executive orders.
Prior to the forced removal from the West Coast, assets were frozen, and the FBI led by J. Edgar Hoover had compiled a list of about 1500 people of Japanese ancestry that the FBI believed needed to be watched. These individuals were arrested the day after the attack. Many of them remained detained for the duration of the war.
In addition, On January 14, 1942, FDR issued Executive Order 2537 which required non-U.S. citizens from World War II-enemy countries—Italy, Germany and Japan—to register with the United States Department of Justice.
They were then issued a Certificate of Identification for Aliens of Enemy Nationality.
Then came Executive Order 9066. This granted the secretary of war and his commanders the power “to prescribe military areas in such places and of such extent as he or the appropriate Military Commander may determine, from which any or all persons may be excluded.” There was no specific individuals or locations listed in the order. It was broad and left up to interpretation.
It was quickly applied to just about the entire Japanese American population on the West Coast. The War Relocation Board was created.
Listen to this podcast on how this went down and what exactly was involved.
There is always more to learn, talk to y'all soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Why did Japan attack the US at Pearl Harbor?
It’s important to first consider the history between Japan and the US.
Political relations between the two countries have a complicated past. Unlike it’s Pacific neighbor, China, Japan had been successful in isolating itself from the Western world.
Japan was building an empire and by 1905, they had just that.
With industrialization comes the need for resources in the form of raw materials.
A nation can get those resources via trade or by force. Japan had plans for the entire pacific and this was a threat to the U.S. interests in the region.
U.S. embargos and reluctance of U.S. banks to fund Japanese businesses caused great tension.
Listen to Jimmy & Jean and get all the details of what happened, why it happened, and how this began World War Two for the Unites States.
there is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
Why did Japan attack the US at Pearl Harbor?
It’s important to first consider the history between Japan and the US.
Political relations between the two countries have a complicated past. Unlike it’s Pacific neighbor, China, Japan had been successful in isolating itself from the Western world.
Japan was building an empire and by 1905, they had just that.
With industrialization comes the need for resources in the form of raw materials.
A nation can get those resources via trade or by force. Japan had plans for the entire pacific and this was a threat to the U.S. interests in the region.
U.S. embargos and reluctance of U.S. banks to fund Japanese businesses caused great tension.
Listen to Jimmy & Jean and get all the details of what happened, why it happened, and how this began World War Two for the Unites States.
there is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
Today we begin our long anticipated coverage of World War Two. Now, this being a US History Podcast, we are not going to delve into the granular details of the beginnings of the war in Europe, but we do give a general sense of the goings on that began the conflict. We then really discuss the US Policy of neutrality at the time.
So, German blitzkreigs and expansion into neighboring lands, followed by heading into Poland, then France. Once Germany atatcks the Soviet Union though, they have to fight a war on two fronts.
Meanwhile US neutrality means zero involvement, then that evolves into becoming a supplier to The Allies. This manages to keep the US out of the war, at least for this podcast.
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
#ww2
#wwii
Today we begin our long anticipated coverage of World War Two. Now, this being a US History Podcast, we are not going to delve into the granular details of the beginnings of the war in Europe, but we do give a general sense of the goings on that began the conflict. We then really discuss the US Policy of neutrality at the time.
So, German blitzkreigs and expansion into neighboring lands, followed by heading into Poland, then France. Once Germany atatcks the Soviet Union though, they have to fight a war on two fronts.
Meanwhile US neutrality means zero involvement, then that evolves into becoming a supplier to The Allies. This manages to keep the US out of the war, at least for this podcast.
There is always more to learn,
Jimmy & Jean
#ww2
#wwii
This is a USHR first with a podcast specifically on a First Lady. The longest sitting First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt was very involved in her husband's presidency. We get into all of the below and then some.
She held regular press conferences as First Lady in The White House and only allowed female reporters as they were barred from the President’s press conferences.
Roosevelt began a syndicated newspaper column, called “My Day.”
She was a supporter of Civil Rights. In 1943, she joined the NAACP.
She Visited the troops overseas during WWII and would wear her red cross uniform.
In 1945, Eleanor Roosevelt was appointed by President Harry S. Truman to the first United Nations delegation, the only woman among the delegates.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
-Jimmy and Jean
This is a USHR first with a podcast specifically on a First Lady. The longest sitting First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt was very involved in her husband's presidency. We get into all of the below and then some.
She held regular press conferences as First Lady in The White House and only allowed female reporters as they were barred from the President’s press conferences.
Roosevelt began a syndicated newspaper column, called “My Day.”
She was a supporter of Civil Rights. In 1943, she joined the NAACP.
She Visited the troops overseas during WWII and would wear her red cross uniform.
In 1945, Eleanor Roosevelt was appointed by President Harry S. Truman to the first United Nations delegation, the only woman among the delegates.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
-Jimmy and Jean
Part 2 of our coverage of the Presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) continues.
We continue the conversation between Jeananne and Jeffery Urbin of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
#FDR
#NewDeal
Part 2 of our coverage of the Presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) continues.
We continue the conversation between Jeananne and Jeffery Urbin of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
#FDR
#NewDeal
When FDR came into the presidency he promised to act swiftly in order to help the nation face the dark realities of the moment. FDR wasted no time in implementing his plan for economic recovery, which would come to be known as the New Deal. When we talk of the New Deal we often link it to the 3 Rs ( Relief, Reform & Recovery). He implemented various programs, such as the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Federal Emergency Relief Administration, which aimed to create jobs and provide financial assistance to those struggling the most. One of the most significant pieces of legislation passed during this time was the Glass-Steagall Act, which separated commercial and investment banking and aimed to prevent another stock market crash.
Today we are joined by Neil Maher, a history professor at NJIT and author. He’s written multiple books but his book, Nature's New Deal: The Civilian Conservation Corps and the Roots of the American Environmental Movement is the focus of our discussion today.
Some of the other programs we discuss include:
Works Progress Administration (WPA)
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
The FDIC
The Social Security Administration (SSA)
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA)
Public Works Administration (PWA)
The Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA)
That is a lot of letters and acronyms that Jeananne will get into!
Always more to learn...see you on the other side.
Jimmy & Jean
When FDR came into the presidency he promised to act swiftly in order to help the nation face the dark realities of the moment. FDR wasted no time in implementing his plan for economic recovery, which would come to be known as the New Deal. When we talk of the New Deal we often link it to the 3 Rs ( Relief, Reform & Recovery). He implemented various programs, such as the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Federal Emergency Relief Administration, which aimed to create jobs and provide financial assistance to those struggling the most. One of the most significant pieces of legislation passed during this time was the Glass-Steagall Act, which separated commercial and investment banking and aimed to prevent another stock market crash.
Today we are joined by Neil Maher, a history professor at NJIT and author. He’s written multiple books but his book, Nature's New Deal: The Civilian Conservation Corps and the Roots of the American Environmental Movement is the focus of our discussion today.
Some of the other programs we discuss include:
Works Progress Administration (WPA)
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
The FDIC
The Social Security Administration (SSA)
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA)
Public Works Administration (PWA)
The Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA)
That is a lot of letters and acronyms that Jeananne will get into!
Always more to learn...see you on the other side.
Jimmy & Jean
Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) was the longest sitting President of the United States. His Presidency was full of challenges, ranging from The Great Depression, up through most of World War II.
Our coverage of FDR will span a number of podcasts, and we summarize his presidency in two parts plus another sandwiched in the middle specific to "The New Deal"
Roosevelt will be prominent in the podcasts after that as we will be getting into the details surrounding WWII and delve into many of the events.
In the next few podcasts we have some guests. This podcast has Jeananne being joined by Jeffery Urbin of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) was the longest sitting President of the United States. His Presidency was full of challenges, ranging from The Great Depression, up through most of World War II.
Our coverage of FDR will span a number of podcasts, and we summarize his presidency in two parts plus another sandwiched in the middle specific to "The New Deal"
Roosevelt will be prominent in the podcasts after that as we will be getting into the details surrounding WWII and delve into many of the events.
In the next few podcasts we have some guests. This podcast has Jeananne being joined by Jeffery Urbin of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
We are starting to build toward World War II and there are things happening both at home and abroad.
As this is a US History Podcast, we talk more to the way the US views the events occuring in Europe and the US policy of Neutrality.
We cover the US response to the rise of totalitarian dictators:
Adolf Hitler in Germany
Benito Mussolini in Italy
Francisco Franco in Spain
Then, we cover the rise in antisemitism both at home and abroad. The mass immigration and increasing population amidst the Great Depression begins to cause resentment at home, while there are much worse things happening over in Europe.
Let's leave the details to Jeananne in the podcast.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
We are starting to build toward World War II and there are things happening both at home and abroad.
As this is a US History Podcast, we talk more to the way the US views the events occuring in Europe and the US policy of Neutrality.
We cover the US response to the rise of totalitarian dictators:
Adolf Hitler in Germany
Benito Mussolini in Italy
Francisco Franco in Spain
Then, we cover the rise in antisemitism both at home and abroad. The mass immigration and increasing population amidst the Great Depression begins to cause resentment at home, while there are much worse things happening over in Europe.
Let's leave the details to Jeananne in the podcast.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
Jimmy & Jean
The Golden Gate Bridge is located in San Francisco and when it was finished in 1937, it was at one time the longest suspension bridge in the world. Today, it no longer holds that title – that belongs to a bridge in Turkey.
We list all the record holding suspension bridges that are still in existance today. Jimmy and Jean have been on 7 of the 17! How many have you been on?
The bridge was built by a team lead by Joseph B. Strauss, and would have to cover a mile of water. By the time the bridge was finished if you factor in the approaches to the bridge, it spans 1.7 miles.
Not everyone supported the construction of the bridge. For one, it was going to be costly – 25 Million to be exact.
A Ferry company aptly named Golden Gate Ferries didn’t want the bridge to be built either. After all, how many people would need a ferry if there was a bridge they could cross instead?
It took almost a decade to garner the support Strauss needed to build the bridge. Construction began on January 5, 1933.
Built during the Great Depression, workers were paid $11 dollars a day. This was good pay for 1933 and the jobs were highly coveted. There had been calls for a long time to try to build a bridge to connect San Francisco to Marin County especially as the population grew.
There were a number of challenges to building the bridge, learn all about the project of one of the United States' and the world's most iconic bridges in our podcast!
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy and Jean
The Golden Gate Bridge is located in San Francisco and when it was finished in 1937, it was at one time the longest suspension bridge in the world. Today, it no longer holds that title – that belongs to a bridge in Turkey.
We list all the record holding suspension bridges that are still in existance today. Jimmy and Jean have been on 7 of the 17! How many have you been on?
The bridge was built by a team lead by Joseph B. Strauss, and would have to cover a mile of water. By the time the bridge was finished if you factor in the approaches to the bridge, it spans 1.7 miles.
Not everyone supported the construction of the bridge. For one, it was going to be costly – 25 Million to be exact.
A Ferry company aptly named Golden Gate Ferries didn’t want the bridge to be built either. After all, how many people would need a ferry if there was a bridge they could cross instead?
It took almost a decade to garner the support Strauss needed to build the bridge. Construction began on January 5, 1933.
Built during the Great Depression, workers were paid $11 dollars a day. This was good pay for 1933 and the jobs were highly coveted. There had been calls for a long time to try to build a bridge to connect San Francisco to Marin County especially as the population grew.
There were a number of challenges to building the bridge, learn all about the project of one of the United States' and the world's most iconic bridges in our podcast!
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy and Jean
Our Podcast on The Hoover Dam delves into what brought about the need for the dam, the financing, planning, building, and the benefits of the dam.
The Hoover Dam allowed for the regulation of water throughout the southwest United States. Prior to the dam being built, there was flood season, and drought season. Devistation, and scarcity. Learn all about this modern marvel in our podcast on The Hoover Dam.
Our Podcast on The Hoover Dam delves into what brought about the need for the dam, the financing, planning, building, and the benefits of the dam.
The Hoover Dam allowed for the regulation of water throughout the southwest United States. Prior to the dam being built, there was flood season, and drought season. Devistation, and scarcity. Learn all about this modern marvel in our podcast on The Hoover Dam.
In this podcast Jimmy and Jean discuss The Great Depression and the aftermath of the stock crash.
We will discuss economic impacts like bank runs and some of the programs put in place to prevent things like this happening again.
We get into the environmental crisis of the time, The Dust Bowl.
We get into social impacts of the depression and discuss Hoovervilles, homelessness, unemployment, food scarcity, and the perserverance of the people who adapted and made it through arguably the worst economic time in the United States.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast Jimmy and Jean discuss The Great Depression and the aftermath of the stock crash.
We will discuss economic impacts like bank runs and some of the programs put in place to prevent things like this happening again.
We get into the environmental crisis of the time, The Dust Bowl.
We get into social impacts of the depression and discuss Hoovervilles, homelessness, unemployment, food scarcity, and the perserverance of the people who adapted and made it through arguably the worst economic time in the United States.
There is always more to learn, talk to you soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast we continue our coverage of the life and presidency of Herbert Hoover.
In part two, we pick up where he is appointed Secretary of Commerce and all his accomplishments while serving that office, then we delve into his presidency, the Great Depression, as well as his many contributions after he served as president, often being asked by future presidents to help internationally in some form or fashion.
We are again joined by Tom Schwartz, the Director of the Herbert Hoover Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa who shares many details of Hoover's life in his interview with Jean.
Listen here and see you soon!
Jimmy and Jean
In this podcast we continue our coverage of the life and presidency of Herbert Hoover.
In part two, we pick up where he is appointed Secretary of Commerce and all his accomplishments while serving that office, then we delve into his presidency, the Great Depression, as well as his many contributions after he served as president, often being asked by future presidents to help internationally in some form or fashion.
We are again joined by Tom Schwartz, the Director of the Herbert Hoover Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa who shares many details of Hoover's life in his interview with Jean.
Listen here and see you soon!
Jimmy and Jean
In this podcast we cover the life and presidency of Herbert Hoover.
In part one, we begin with how he grew up, his education, his early days as a geologist, as well as his travels around the world with his wife.
Their travels around the world are what moved Hoover and his wife into their becoming very active in international relief efforts and other charitable works.
We are joined by Tom Schwartz, the Director of the Herbert Hoover Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa who shares many details of Hoover's life in his interview with Jean.
Listen here and see you soon!
Jimmy and Jean
In this podcast we cover the life and presidency of Herbert Hoover.
In part one, we begin with how he grew up, his education, his early days as a geologist, as well as his travels around the world with his wife.
Their travels around the world are what moved Hoover and his wife into their becoming very active in international relief efforts and other charitable works.
We are joined by Tom Schwartz, the Director of the Herbert Hoover Library and Museum in West Branch, Iowa who shares many details of Hoover's life in his interview with Jean.
Listen here and see you soon!
Jimmy and Jean
The iconic Empire State Building was once the tallest building in the entire world!
Counting the spire and antenna, the building clocks in at a mighty 1,454 feet (443 meters).
It's currently the 4th tallest building in New York City, the 6th tallest in the United States, and the 43rd tallest tower in the world.
In this podcast we discuss how it was built, who was involved and you will be absolutely shocked at the lack of safety protocols in place!
Come join Jimmy and Jean and learn about this modern marvel built in 1931. It is almost 100 years old!
there is always more to learn, talk to you all soon!
The iconic Empire State Building was once the tallest building in the entire world!
Counting the spire and antenna, the building clocks in at a mighty 1,454 feet (443 meters).
It's currently the 4th tallest building in New York City, the 6th tallest in the United States, and the 43rd tallest tower in the world.
In this podcast we discuss how it was built, who was involved and you will be absolutely shocked at the lack of safety protocols in place!
Come join Jimmy and Jean and learn about this modern marvel built in 1931. It is almost 100 years old!
there is always more to learn, talk to you all soon!
In this podcast we discuss the event of the 1929 stock market crash, its causes, and some of its aftermath.
This crash caused the creation of the SEC, FDIC and other protections for the US Consumer.
Speculation and greed caused the stock market crash of 1929, as well as most other large stock market crashes. What goes up, usually comes crashing down when it is built on a weak foundation!
As Warren Buffet says, "Be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others are fearful!"
In this podcast we discuss the event of the 1929 stock market crash, its causes, and some of its aftermath.
This crash caused the creation of the SEC, FDIC and other protections for the US Consumer.
Speculation and greed caused the stock market crash of 1929, as well as most other large stock market crashes. What goes up, usually comes crashing down when it is built on a weak foundation!
As Warren Buffet says, "Be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others are fearful!"
In this podcast, we will be discussing the Mount Rushmore project. We have a recorded interview between our resident history expert, Jeananne Xenakis and our guest Matt Sweigart, An Interpretive Ranger at Mount Rushmore.
Completed in 1941 under the direction of Gutzon Borglum and his son Lincoln, the sculpture's roughly 60-ft.-high granite faces depict U.S. presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. The site also features a museum with interactive exhibits.
You will be interested to know that the way Mount Rushmore was completed, was not the way the project was initially imagined. There were discussions of other historical figures being carved prior to the 4 presidents you see today.
I know you are thinking, "Now who could it be!?" …but you’ll have to listen to the rest of the podcast.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast, we will be discussing the Mount Rushmore project. We have a recorded interview between our resident history expert, Jeananne Xenakis and our guest Matt Sweigart, An Interpretive Ranger at Mount Rushmore.
Completed in 1941 under the direction of Gutzon Borglum and his son Lincoln, the sculpture's roughly 60-ft.-high granite faces depict U.S. presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. The site also features a museum with interactive exhibits.
You will be interested to know that the way Mount Rushmore was completed, was not the way the project was initially imagined. There were discussions of other historical figures being carved prior to the 4 presidents you see today.
I know you are thinking, "Now who could it be!?" …but you’ll have to listen to the rest of the podcast.
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
I have been looking forward to this one because I love music. I love all kinds of music, and today we are going to talk about Jazz. Jazz is one of the earliest forms of pop music in The United States and Jazz is a distinctively American style of music originating in the early decades of the 20th century. Its roots include Afro-American folk music traditions, such as spirituals, work songs, and blues.
Jazz music is much more lively and upbeat than blues music. Jazz is often associated with swinging and swaying movements, lively atmospheres and improv. Lots of modern musicians will say they are greatly influenced by Jazz. Some of the great Jazz musicians include Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Bessie Smith, Fletcher Henderson, and Billie Holiday.
In fact, Performers like Elvis Pressley, Chuck Berry, The Rolling Stones, The Doors, The Grateful Dead, and Aerosmith all talk about their Jazz influences. Music styles like Rock, R&B, Hip-hop, Latin, and others that produce a swaying rhythm have been influenced by Jazz.
In today’s podcast we have a very special guest, the very accomplished Loren Schoenberg. He is the Founding Director at The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, a published author, and teaches Jazz History at The Julliard School in NYC.
Always more to learn. Talk to you soon.
I have been looking forward to this one because I love music. I love all kinds of music, and today we are going to talk about Jazz. Jazz is one of the earliest forms of pop music in The United States and Jazz is a distinctively American style of music originating in the early decades of the 20th century. Its roots include Afro-American folk music traditions, such as spirituals, work songs, and blues.
Jazz music is much more lively and upbeat than blues music. Jazz is often associated with swinging and swaying movements, lively atmospheres and improv. Lots of modern musicians will say they are greatly influenced by Jazz. Some of the great Jazz musicians include Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Bessie Smith, Fletcher Henderson, and Billie Holiday.
In fact, Performers like Elvis Pressley, Chuck Berry, The Rolling Stones, The Doors, The Grateful Dead, and Aerosmith all talk about their Jazz influences. Music styles like Rock, R&B, Hip-hop, Latin, and others that produce a swaying rhythm have been influenced by Jazz.
In today’s podcast we have a very special guest, the very accomplished Loren Schoenberg. He is the Founding Director at The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, a published author, and teaches Jazz History at The Julliard School in NYC.
Always more to learn. Talk to you soon.
This episode covers the Harlem Renaissance.
Harlem was once inhabited by Native Americans and was mainly farmland. Over time it evolved to what we know today.
I do not want to spoil all of the terrific information that Jeananne goes into, but to whet your appetite, you can look forward to learning about Strivers Row, The Apollo Theater, Langston Hughes, Aaron Douglas, WEB Dubois, Alain Locke, and Marcus Garvey to name just a few headliners in this podcast.
There is always more to learn, talk to you all soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
This episode covers the Harlem Renaissance.
Harlem was once inhabited by Native Americans and was mainly farmland. Over time it evolved to what we know today.
I do not want to spoil all of the terrific information that Jeananne goes into, but to whet your appetite, you can look forward to learning about Strivers Row, The Apollo Theater, Langston Hughes, Aaron Douglas, WEB Dubois, Alain Locke, and Marcus Garvey to name just a few headliners in this podcast.
There is always more to learn, talk to you all soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast we cover "The Roaring Twenties" and to be clear, we mean the 1920-1929 time period.
We have done individual podcasts on some of the bigger items like The 19th Amendment, Prohibition, The Automobile, and soon enough our coverage on The Harlem Renaissance and Jazz Music, just to give a spoiler or two on upcoming podcasts!
In this episode we get into fashion and the rising hemlines, entertainment in the twenties - movies are about to get audio to go with the video! We get into 20's slang. the burial of the 'unknown soldier', Ponzi schemes, and the Scopes trial, and that is not all. I do not want to steal all of Jean's thunder in the podcast.
There is always more to learn, talk to you all soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast we cover "The Roaring Twenties" and to be clear, we mean the 1920-1929 time period.
We have done individual podcasts on some of the bigger items like The 19th Amendment, Prohibition, The Automobile, and soon enough our coverage on The Harlem Renaissance and Jazz Music, just to give a spoiler or two on upcoming podcasts!
In this episode we get into fashion and the rising hemlines, entertainment in the twenties - movies are about to get audio to go with the video! We get into 20's slang. the burial of the 'unknown soldier', Ponzi schemes, and the Scopes trial, and that is not all. I do not want to steal all of Jean's thunder in the podcast.
There is always more to learn, talk to you all soon!
-Jimmy & Jean
Our coverage of our 30th President, Calvin Coolidge begins with Warren G. Harding's death.
Calvin Coolidge is known for cleaning up the mess left behind by his predecessor President Harding. He is also famous for being a man of few words earning him the nickname Silent Cal.
We welcome our guest Julie Bartlett Nelson from the Calvin Coolidge Museum and Library. We recorded the conversation between her and Jeananne.
After finishing Harding's term, Coolidge was elected to another term of president. He ran under the slogan "Keep Cool with Coolidge". As president, Coolidge was for small government. He also wanted to keep the country somewhat isolated and did not want to join the League of Nations that formed after World War I. He was for tax cuts, lower government spending, and less aid to struggling farmers.
Coolidge opted not to run for president again in 1928. Although he likely would have won, he felt he had been president long enough.
Tell a friend about US History Repeated with Jimmy & Jean!
Our coverage of our 30th President, Calvin Coolidge begins with Warren G. Harding's death.
Calvin Coolidge is known for cleaning up the mess left behind by his predecessor President Harding. He is also famous for being a man of few words earning him the nickname Silent Cal.
We welcome our guest Julie Bartlett Nelson from the Calvin Coolidge Museum and Library. We recorded the conversation between her and Jeananne.
After finishing Harding's term, Coolidge was elected to another term of president. He ran under the slogan "Keep Cool with Coolidge". As president, Coolidge was for small government. He also wanted to keep the country somewhat isolated and did not want to join the League of Nations that formed after World War I. He was for tax cuts, lower government spending, and less aid to struggling farmers.
Coolidge opted not to run for president again in 1928. Although he likely would have won, he felt he had been president long enough.
Tell a friend about US History Repeated with Jimmy & Jean!
The life and Presidency of Warren G Harding
When Warren G. Harding was running for President his campaign slogan was a “return to normalcy”.
While Harding was one of the most popular presidents, he is widely considered one of the worst. We go into some debate on that at the end of the podcast, but will say for now, that perhaps he was more misunderstood.
World War One is over and now we need to go back to life. There was this need to go back to normal. To go back to the way things were before the whole world had seemed to stand on its head.
Lines on maps are being redrawn, countries are gone, new countries in their place. The Spanish Flu is winding down, and this is where we pick up.
We are joined by Sherry Hall, the site manager of the Harding Presidential sites in Marion, Ohio. We appreciated her contributions throughout the conversation with Jeananne.
www.hardingpresidentialsites.org
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
The life and Presidency of Warren G Harding
When Warren G. Harding was running for President his campaign slogan was a “return to normalcy”.
While Harding was one of the most popular presidents, he is widely considered one of the worst. We go into some debate on that at the end of the podcast, but will say for now, that perhaps he was more misunderstood.
World War One is over and now we need to go back to life. There was this need to go back to normal. To go back to the way things were before the whole world had seemed to stand on its head.
Lines on maps are being redrawn, countries are gone, new countries in their place. The Spanish Flu is winding down, and this is where we pick up.
We are joined by Sherry Hall, the site manager of the Harding Presidential sites in Marion, Ohio. We appreciated her contributions throughout the conversation with Jeananne.
www.hardingpresidentialsites.org
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
Welcome to our coverage of World War One. (The Great War, WW1, WWI)
This is the 62nd podcast with Jimmy & Jean!
We have returning for a second rodeo, Lora Vogt, Curator of Education and Interpretation at the World War One Museum and Memorial.
In this episode we discuss the Armistice, and the treaties that ended the Great War. We delve into the global changes as lines are redrawn across Europe and impacted areas around the world.
Notes and source links mentioned in both parts of the podcast:
See you on the other side,
Jimmy and Jean
Welcome to our coverage of World War One. (The Great War, WW1, WWI)
This is the 62nd podcast with Jimmy & Jean!
We have returning for a second rodeo, Lora Vogt, Curator of Education and Interpretation at the World War One Museum and Memorial.
In this episode we discuss the Armistice, and the treaties that ended the Great War. We delve into the global changes as lines are redrawn across Europe and impacted areas around the world.
Notes and source links mentioned in both parts of the podcast:
See you on the other side,
Jimmy and Jean
Welcome to our coverage of World War One. (The Great War, WW1, WWI)
This is also the 61st podcast with Jimmy & Jean!
30 countries in 6 continents were involved in the conflict.
We broke this into two parts.
We have a special guest podcaster, Lora Vogt, Curator of Education and Interpretation at the World War One Museum and Memorial.
On one side of the war you have the Central Powers: German Empire, Austrian Hungarian Empire, The Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria.
The Allies or Entente Powers was coalition of countries led by France, Britain, Russia, Italy, Japan, and the United States when we enter in 1917.
We discuss the beginnings of the war, US Neutrality, and how the United States enters the war.
It was more than Arch Duke Ferdinand getting assassinated, as you will see. Lots of reasons, but that was the spark that lit the powder keg for sure!
The Lusitania, and the Zimmerman Note are what eventually ends US neutrality. Find out why!
Notes and source links mentioned in the podcast:
See you on the other side,
Jimmy and Jean
Welcome to our coverage of World War One. (The Great War, WW1, WWI)
This is also the 61st podcast with Jimmy & Jean!
30 countries in 6 continents were involved in the conflict.
We broke this into two parts.
We have a special guest podcaster, Lora Vogt, Curator of Education and Interpretation at the World War One Museum and Memorial.
On one side of the war you have the Central Powers: German Empire, Austrian Hungarian Empire, The Ottoman Empire and Bulgaria.
The Allies or Entente Powers was coalition of countries led by France, Britain, Russia, Italy, Japan, and the United States when we enter in 1917.
We discuss the beginnings of the war, US Neutrality, and how the United States enters the war.
It was more than Arch Duke Ferdinand getting assassinated, as you will see. Lots of reasons, but that was the spark that lit the powder keg for sure!
The Lusitania, and the Zimmerman Note are what eventually ends US neutrality. Find out why!
Notes and source links mentioned in the podcast:
See you on the other side,
Jimmy and Jean
Jimmy and Jean complete their conversation on Woodrow Wilson and have the three same guests involved with us again.
We would like to thank:
Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Development at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Andrew Philips, Curator at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Elizabeth Karcher, President of the Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC.
We previously covered some of the domestic issues Wilson faced and now cover some of the foreign issues during his presidency.
We delve into the Armenian genocide within the Ottoman Empire, something Turkey still does not acknowledge to this day, as well as other items like the Mexican civil war, the US occupation of Haiti, the Russian Revolution, and the Bolsheviks.
We then round out the podcast with his post presidency, failing health, and the role his wife Edith played in supporting him.
Always more to learn, so take a listen!
-Jimmy & Jean
Jimmy and Jean complete their conversation on Woodrow Wilson and have the three same guests involved with us again.
We would like to thank:
Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Development at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Andrew Philips, Curator at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Elizabeth Karcher, President of the Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC.
We previously covered some of the domestic issues Wilson faced and now cover some of the foreign issues during his presidency.
We delve into the Armenian genocide within the Ottoman Empire, something Turkey still does not acknowledge to this day, as well as other items like the Mexican civil war, the US occupation of Haiti, the Russian Revolution, and the Bolsheviks.
We then round out the podcast with his post presidency, failing health, and the role his wife Edith played in supporting him.
Always more to learn, so take a listen!
-Jimmy & Jean
Jimmy and Jean continue the conversation on Woodrow Wilson and have THREE guests!
We would like to thank:
Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Development at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Andrew Philips, Curator at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Elizabeth Karcher, President of the Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC.
While World War One breaks out (We will go into much greater detail on WWI In a separate set from Wilson) we discuss political neutrality, but economically, not so much.
We get into the election of 1916, the Espionage Act, The Sedition Act, and some interesting Supreme Court Cases that stemmed from the aftermath of the legislation.
Prohibition was passed in Wilson's presidency, and you can listen to our podcast on Prohibition which includes some LaSalle family history!
We also discuss the #SpanishFlu and that pandemic as well as how some countries handled that pandemic differently than others.
Always more to learn, so take a listen!
-Jimmy & Jean
Jimmy and Jean continue the conversation on Woodrow Wilson and have THREE guests!
We would like to thank:
Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Development at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Andrew Philips, Curator at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Elizabeth Karcher, President of the Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC.
While World War One breaks out (We will go into much greater detail on WWI In a separate set from Wilson) we discuss political neutrality, but economically, not so much.
We get into the election of 1916, the Espionage Act, The Sedition Act, and some interesting Supreme Court Cases that stemmed from the aftermath of the legislation.
Prohibition was passed in Wilson's presidency, and you can listen to our podcast on Prohibition which includes some LaSalle family history!
We also discuss the #SpanishFlu and that pandemic as well as how some countries handled that pandemic differently than others.
Always more to learn, so take a listen!
-Jimmy & Jean
Woodrow Wilson is a man and President whose policies and beliefs leave him with a troubled legacy. He fits into the category of former President who did some great things and he also did some terrible things. Uncomfortable conversations and discussing the full picture of historical figures is essential.
His early life and upbringing helped to shape his ideals and beliefs which of course, when he became President of the United States, shaped his policies (Both domestic and foreign).
In this podcast on Wilson we get into his early life, his political rise, the election of 1812, the creation of The Federal Reserve, The Clayton Act, the beginnings of the Federal Trade Commission, the formation of the IRS, and several other pieces of legislation.
We are also joined by Emily Kilgore and Andrew Philips from the Woodrow Wilson Presidential museum and library who discuss the Federal Reserve, one of Wilson's biggest accomplishments while in office.
There is always more to learn, catch you on the other side!
Woodrow Wilson is a man and President whose policies and beliefs leave him with a troubled legacy. He fits into the category of former President who did some great things and he also did some terrible things. Uncomfortable conversations and discussing the full picture of historical figures is essential.
His early life and upbringing helped to shape his ideals and beliefs which of course, when he became President of the United States, shaped his policies (Both domestic and foreign).
In this podcast on Wilson we get into his early life, his political rise, the election of 1812, the creation of The Federal Reserve, The Clayton Act, the beginnings of the Federal Trade Commission, the formation of the IRS, and several other pieces of legislation.
We are also joined by Emily Kilgore and Andrew Philips from the Woodrow Wilson Presidential museum and library who discuss the Federal Reserve, one of Wilson's biggest accomplishments while in office.
There is always more to learn, catch you on the other side!
Keeping with our recent theme of key innovations we delve into the world of communication before the radio, its introduction to society, and its impact on the world.
Carrier pigeons were all the rage prior to the radio. They delivered key messages and were part of every nation's military efforts. Enter the radio and its far reaching waves to deliver communication to the world.
Today when we thing of the radio, we think of music, news, and entertainment. When the radio was first introduced it was, much like the telephone, magic!
Learn who all of the key contributors were to this amazing invention and the way this incredible innovation changed the world.
#tesla
#marconi
#radio
Keeping with our recent theme of key innovations we delve into the world of communication before the radio, its introduction to society, and its impact on the world.
Carrier pigeons were all the rage prior to the radio. They delivered key messages and were part of every nation's military efforts. Enter the radio and its far reaching waves to deliver communication to the world.
Today when we thing of the radio, we think of music, news, and entertainment. When the radio was first introduced it was, much like the telephone, magic!
Learn who all of the key contributors were to this amazing invention and the way this incredible innovation changed the world.
#tesla
#marconi
#radio
This podcast focuses on the accomplishments of Orville and Wilbur Wright. We interview Alex Heckman, VP of Museum Operations at Dayton History, which includes the Wright Brothers Museum.
The airplane "propelled" our society forward, not just to the skies, but eventually to the moon!
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
This podcast focuses on the accomplishments of Orville and Wilbur Wright. We interview Alex Heckman, VP of Museum Operations at Dayton History, which includes the Wright Brothers Museum.
The airplane "propelled" our society forward, not just to the skies, but eventually to the moon!
There is always more to learn!
-Jimmy & Jean
We are back at it with a discussion on Alexander Graham Bell.
We discuss his life and many of his inventions, but spend a good amount of time discussing the telephone and the societal impact that it had. He was very insightful and even predicted that at some point in the future, we would be able to see the person we were talking to on the phone.
With all of the phone apps of today, things like Long Distance are a distant memory.
(Reach out and Touch someone!)
Things like operators to make the connection for you, tinny sound, and the oohs and ahhs of the novelty of the phone are foreign to most people today.
When the cell phone came around things like free evenings and weekends were a selling point!
Enjoy the podcast!
We are back at it with a discussion on Alexander Graham Bell.
We discuss his life and many of his inventions, but spend a good amount of time discussing the telephone and the societal impact that it had. He was very insightful and even predicted that at some point in the future, we would be able to see the person we were talking to on the phone.
With all of the phone apps of today, things like Long Distance are a distant memory.
(Reach out and Touch someone!)
Things like operators to make the connection for you, tinny sound, and the oohs and ahhs of the novelty of the phone are foreign to most people today.
When the cell phone came around things like free evenings and weekends were a selling point!
Enjoy the podcast!
We are back at it today with our discussion of the Automobile and how it impacted society.
We are picking up with WWII and the auto industry. Most people don't realize the impact that the auto industry had on the war effort and how the war changed the way people looked at cars.
American GI's returned from WWII re they were driving tanks and flying airplanes. They are seeing European sports cars. The American Automobile industry had to liven things up. As you travel through the decades, you can see American pop culture present within the cars available at the time. The style, the colors, the new frills that cars had like tape players, cd players. Cars like the pick up truck, the station wagon, the minivan all called to different people with different needs for their cars. We are again joined by both Fred Colgren and John Lacko from the Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan as we continue our conversation from the previous podcast.
We are back at it today with our discussion of the Automobile and how it impacted society.
We are picking up with WWII and the auto industry. Most people don't realize the impact that the auto industry had on the war effort and how the war changed the way people looked at cars.
American GI's returned from WWII re they were driving tanks and flying airplanes. They are seeing European sports cars. The American Automobile industry had to liven things up. As you travel through the decades, you can see American pop culture present within the cars available at the time. The style, the colors, the new frills that cars had like tape players, cd players. Cars like the pick up truck, the station wagon, the minivan all called to different people with different needs for their cars. We are again joined by both Fred Colgren and John Lacko from the Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan as we continue our conversation from the previous podcast.
Fewer inventions have transformed American society more than the automobile.
Imagine what life was like in the late 1800s or early 1900s. In some parts of the United States, you didn't have electricity in homes until the 1920s and 1930s.
Horses and buggies could travel about 2-3 miles per hour. 10 miles, not a very long distance in today's standards, wpould take a couple of hours to travel. You could walk faster!
10 miles was a world away before the automobile.
Sure you have trains, but you have to travel along the railroad lines.
There are none of the major conveniences we take for granted today.
Most Americans were farmers. Most people today live in the city. A car = Freedom. People were once isolated on the farm or in rural communities.
During the next two podcasts, we are joined by both Fred Colgren and John Lacko from the Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan. Fred Colgren is the Director of Education at the Gilmore Car Museum and John Lacko is a staff at the museum and is also an accomplished photographer who has spent a lot of time over the last few decades traveling along Route 66 and taking photographs. We will be discussing how the car changed American society and how changes in American society dictated the makes and models of cars within the automobile industry.
Follow along in this interview that Jeananne organized. There is always more to learn!
Fewer inventions have transformed American society more than the automobile.
Imagine what life was like in the late 1800s or early 1900s. In some parts of the United States, you didn't have electricity in homes until the 1920s and 1930s.
Horses and buggies could travel about 2-3 miles per hour. 10 miles, not a very long distance in today's standards, wpould take a couple of hours to travel. You could walk faster!
10 miles was a world away before the automobile.
Sure you have trains, but you have to travel along the railroad lines.
There are none of the major conveniences we take for granted today.
Most Americans were farmers. Most people today live in the city. A car = Freedom. People were once isolated on the farm or in rural communities.
During the next two podcasts, we are joined by both Fred Colgren and John Lacko from the Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan. Fred Colgren is the Director of Education at the Gilmore Car Museum and John Lacko is a staff at the museum and is also an accomplished photographer who has spent a lot of time over the last few decades traveling along Route 66 and taking photographs. We will be discussing how the car changed American society and how changes in American society dictated the makes and models of cars within the automobile industry.
Follow along in this interview that Jeananne organized. There is always more to learn!
In this podcast Jeananne interviews Matt Anderson, The Curator of Transportation at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.
Matt provides a lot of insight on the impact of the automobile along with many great facts that we were not initially aware of!
The Henry Ford Museum of Innovation is a history museum complex in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan, United States.
The museum collection contains items such as the presidential limousine of John F. Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln's chair from Ford's Theatre, Thomas Edison's laboratory, the Wright Brothers' bicycle shop, the Rosa Parks bus, and many other historical exhibits. It is the largest indoor–outdoor museum complex in the United States, and is visited by over 1.7 million people each year.
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast Jeananne interviews Matt Anderson, The Curator of Transportation at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.
Matt provides a lot of insight on the impact of the automobile along with many great facts that we were not initially aware of!
The Henry Ford Museum of Innovation is a history museum complex in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan, United States.
The museum collection contains items such as the presidential limousine of John F. Kennedy, Abraham Lincoln's chair from Ford's Theatre, Thomas Edison's laboratory, the Wright Brothers' bicycle shop, the Rosa Parks bus, and many other historical exhibits. It is the largest indoor–outdoor museum complex in the United States, and is visited by over 1.7 million people each year.
There is always more to learn!
Jimmy & Jean
The 19th Amendment & The Women’s Suffrage movement:
When people think of the 19th Amendment, they often incorrectly assume that all women received the right to vote at the same time. By 1920, 15 states had full suffrage, and more had what is often referred to as partial suffrage. Women could vote in some elections, but not all (think local elections or primaries or even school board elections). As many women as there were in support of Suffrage, you also have Anti-Suffrage groups led by women.
In this podcast we discuss the path to the 19th Amendment and some of the champions of the cause.
Take a listen, there is always more to learn!
The 19th Amendment & The Women’s Suffrage movement:
When people think of the 19th Amendment, they often incorrectly assume that all women received the right to vote at the same time. By 1920, 15 states had full suffrage, and more had what is often referred to as partial suffrage. Women could vote in some elections, but not all (think local elections or primaries or even school board elections). As many women as there were in support of Suffrage, you also have Anti-Suffrage groups led by women.
In this podcast we discuss the path to the 19th Amendment and some of the champions of the cause.
Take a listen, there is always more to learn!
Well well, we get to our 50th episode and this may be one of our personal favorites.
We discuss Prohibition, and this one hits home. our great uncle was the owner of two speakeasies in Brooklyn back in the day. We get to immortalize our Great Uncle Rocco (Robert) "Nap" LaSalle, who passed at the age of 99 back in 1992.
We cover the Volstead Act and how it came to pass, we discover how prohibition ended, we interview Travis from the Prohibition Museum in Savannah, GA, and more.
There is always more to learn. Thank you for listening and tell your friends about us.
Check out Sweatsedo.com and get yourself a cozy velour tracksuit, and be certain to check out JImmy LaSalle's books on Amazon - Immortals Revelations, The Naughty List, or for the business person, Unified Marketing Strategy.
Well well, we get to our 50th episode and this may be one of our personal favorites.
We discuss Prohibition, and this one hits home. our great uncle was the owner of two speakeasies in Brooklyn back in the day. We get to immortalize our Great Uncle Rocco (Robert) "Nap" LaSalle, who passed at the age of 99 back in 1992.
We cover the Volstead Act and how it came to pass, we discover how prohibition ended, we interview Travis from the Prohibition Museum in Savannah, GA, and more.
There is always more to learn. Thank you for listening and tell your friends about us.
Check out Sweatsedo.com and get yourself a cozy velour tracksuit, and be certain to check out JImmy LaSalle's books on Amazon - Immortals Revelations, The Naughty List, or for the business person, Unified Marketing Strategy.
We continue our foray into The Progressive Era and discuss the passing of the 16th and 17th Amendments.
The 16th Amendment started the collecting of a Federal Income Tax, which has increased over time.
The 17th Amendment changed the way we elect our Senators.
We go into great detail on the how, why, and the benefits these two amendments to our constitution have provided to the people.
As always there is more to learn.
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We continue our foray into The Progressive Era and discuss the passing of the 16th and 17th Amendments.
The 16th Amendment started the collecting of a Federal Income Tax, which has increased over time.
The 17th Amendment changed the way we elect our Senators.
We go into great detail on the how, why, and the benefits these two amendments to our constitution have provided to the people.
As always there is more to learn.
Please check out our sponsors:
Sweatsedo.com - for all of your tracksuit needs
EliteBookEdits.com - for any and all book editing and publishing needs you may have. They edited and helped me publish my three books. (JimmyLaSalle.com or Amazon)
We continue our coverage of the Progressive Era and spend some time delving into the Food and Drug Administration.
We discuss what it was like before your food was inspected - yuck! You have no idea what went on, and what you truly owe to the supervision of the FDA on our food supply!
We mention Upton Sinclair and the his book, The Jungle, and how it spurred public outcry on how their food was produced, which by the way, was not even the author's original intent!
We go into the humble beginnings of the FDA, how it has expanded, how it fights ongoing criticism, common misconceptions, and how it adapts to science.
Please visit our friends at sweatsedo.com and pick up a snazzy tracksuit like the ones that Jimmy wears. Use promo code history10 to get 10% off your tracksuit and tell them that we sent you!
Listen, Learn, and don't forget to tell your friends about US History Repeated!
We continue our coverage of the Progressive Era and spend some time delving into the Food and Drug Administration.
We discuss what it was like before your food was inspected - yuck! You have no idea what went on, and what you truly owe to the supervision of the FDA on our food supply!
We mention Upton Sinclair and the his book, The Jungle, and how it spurred public outcry on how their food was produced, which by the way, was not even the author's original intent!
We go into the humble beginnings of the FDA, how it has expanded, how it fights ongoing criticism, common misconceptions, and how it adapts to science.
Please visit our friends at sweatsedo.com and pick up a snazzy tracksuit like the ones that Jimmy wears. Use promo code history10 to get 10% off your tracksuit and tell them that we sent you!
Listen, Learn, and don't forget to tell your friends about US History Repeated!
We continue our coverage of The Progressive Era by discussing child labor laws, and education changes during that time.
Jeananne and I also discuss the challenges facing educators today and how the role of teachers has evolved over time.
Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
John Dewey Education Reforms
We continue our coverage of The Progressive Era by discussing child labor laws, and education changes during that time.
Jeananne and I also discuss the challenges facing educators today and how the role of teachers has evolved over time.
Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
John Dewey Education Reforms
This podcast begins our coverage of The Progressive Era. Jeananne has been mentioning "The Progressive Era" in several podcasts, and now...here it is!
Learn how society is transformed during the Progressive Era and some of the public and private sector individuals who had a role in the transformation.
In part one we touch on Jacob Riis, Ida Tarbell, and settlement houses. We are joined by Katie Vogel, the Public Historian of the Henry Street Settlement in NYC.
We also will discuss Jane Addams, and Florence Kelley.
As usual, I do not want to give up too much in the description, but I do want to add the link and promo code I introduce in the podcast.
If you want to move at the speed of leisure, get 10% off of your Sweatsedo with the promo code "history10". You can thank me later!
There is always more to learn!
This podcast begins our coverage of The Progressive Era. Jeananne has been mentioning "The Progressive Era" in several podcasts, and now...here it is!
Learn how society is transformed during the Progressive Era and some of the public and private sector individuals who had a role in the transformation.
In part one we touch on Jacob Riis, Ida Tarbell, and settlement houses. We are joined by Katie Vogel, the Public Historian of the Henry Street Settlement in NYC.
We also will discuss Jane Addams, and Florence Kelley.
As usual, I do not want to give up too much in the description, but I do want to add the link and promo code I introduce in the podcast.
If you want to move at the speed of leisure, get 10% off of your Sweatsedo with the promo code "history10". You can thank me later!
There is always more to learn!
We continue our podcast coverage of William Howard Taft and delve into his policies, both foreign and domestic.
Taft separated the Dept of Labor from the Dept of Commerce and both were to hold cabinet positions, he was involved in the creation of corporate taxes, the Children's Bureau, Postal Savings Bank Act, (Allowed for FDIC Insurance).
On the foreign front we talk about Dollar Diplomacy and the creation of what will become known as "Banana Republics".
We cover the election of 1912, as well as his time in the Supreme Court. Taft was the only president to be named to The Supreme Court. He held the title of Chief Justice. Take a listen to get all the interesting details about William Howard Taft!
We continue our podcast coverage of William Howard Taft and delve into his policies, both foreign and domestic.
Taft separated the Dept of Labor from the Dept of Commerce and both were to hold cabinet positions, he was involved in the creation of corporate taxes, the Children's Bureau, Postal Savings Bank Act, (Allowed for FDIC Insurance).
On the foreign front we talk about Dollar Diplomacy and the creation of what will become known as "Banana Republics".
We cover the election of 1912, as well as his time in the Supreme Court. Taft was the only president to be named to The Supreme Court. He held the title of Chief Justice. Take a listen to get all the interesting details about William Howard Taft!
This podcast is part 1 of 2 on The Presidency of William Howard Taft. WH Taft was the 27th President of the United States.
In this first part we review how Taft became president, his political beginnings and future ambitions. He is the only President that would go on to become a Supreme Court Justice. He held the title of Chief Justice.
Taft continued the trust-busting ways of his predecessor, initiating 80 lawsuits, twice as many as Teddy Roosevelt!
He was instrumental in the creation of the Food and Drug Administration, Dept of Labor and the Children's Bureau.
Taft was not happy in his role as president and really flourished professionally AFTER his presidency, which is also included in part two on Taft.
There is always more to learn!
This podcast is part 1 of 2 on The Presidency of William Howard Taft. WH Taft was the 27th President of the United States.
In this first part we review how Taft became president, his political beginnings and future ambitions. He is the only President that would go on to become a Supreme Court Justice. He held the title of Chief Justice.
Taft continued the trust-busting ways of his predecessor, initiating 80 lawsuits, twice as many as Teddy Roosevelt!
He was instrumental in the creation of the Food and Drug Administration, Dept of Labor and the Children's Bureau.
Taft was not happy in his role as president and really flourished professionally AFTER his presidency, which is also included in part two on Taft.
There is always more to learn!
We pick up where we left off with part one on The Presidency of Theodore "Teddy Roosevelt". This part discusses his role as a conservationist, his impact on wildlife preserves, the building of the Panama Canal, his contributions to the museums, as well as how Teddy Bears came to be named after Teddy Roosevelt!
All this and more in this podcast.
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We pick up where we left off with part one on The Presidency of Theodore "Teddy Roosevelt". This part discusses his role as a conservationist, his impact on wildlife preserves, the building of the Panama Canal, his contributions to the museums, as well as how Teddy Bears came to be named after Teddy Roosevelt!
All this and more in this podcast.
#JimmyLaSalle #JeananneXenakis #USHistoryPodcasts #AmericanHistory
#TeddyRoosevelt
This podcast is part one on the life and Presidency of Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt.
Teddy led a very active life. He was a Reformer, Rough Rider, Trust Buster, Hunter, Outdoorsman, and more.
He was a progressive reformer and his presidency saw the passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act, which established the Food and Drug Administration to regulate food safety, and the Hepburn Act, which increased the regulatory power of the Interstate Commerce Commission.
We don't want to spoil the contents of the podcast and there will be a part two as there was so much to cover....there is always more to learn!
This podcast is part one on the life and Presidency of Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt.
Teddy led a very active life. He was a Reformer, Rough Rider, Trust Buster, Hunter, Outdoorsman, and more.
He was a progressive reformer and his presidency saw the passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act, which established the Food and Drug Administration to regulate food safety, and the Hepburn Act, which increased the regulatory power of the Interstate Commerce Commission.
We don't want to spoil the contents of the podcast and there will be a part two as there was so much to cover....there is always more to learn!
In this podcast we delve into the election of 1896, The Presidency of William McKinley, and the Spanish American War. This period begins the transition of the United States into an Imperial Power.
We also get into the assassination of President McKinley, now the 3rd US president to be killed in office, which brings about the beginnings of full time security detail for the president. The secret service, up until this time, was primarily involved in protection from and hunting down counterfeiting operations! (That was all covered in our previous podcast on the History of Money in the United States!)
In this podcast we delve into the election of 1896, The Presidency of William McKinley, and the Spanish American War. This period begins the transition of the United States into an Imperial Power.
We also get into the assassination of President McKinley, now the 3rd US president to be killed in office, which brings about the beginnings of full time security detail for the president. The secret service, up until this time, was primarily involved in protection from and hunting down counterfeiting operations! (That was all covered in our previous podcast on the History of Money in the United States!)
We continue with our "Presidential Series" with the presidencies of both Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison. They needed to be done together because of the non-consecutive terms that Cleveland served. The two presidents covered in this podcast were very intertwined.
It's a longer one than usual, and we hope you can learn more about these two men.
Please go to our website, ushistoryrepeated.com and share your email with us to keep up on all things Jimmy & Jean!
We continue with our "Presidential Series" with the presidencies of both Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison. They needed to be done together because of the non-consecutive terms that Cleveland served. The two presidents covered in this podcast were very intertwined.
It's a longer one than usual, and we hope you can learn more about these two men.
Please go to our website, ushistoryrepeated.com and share your email with us to keep up on all things Jimmy & Jean!
This US History Repeated podcast is what we call a "History Quickie" as we cover the very abbreviated presidency of James Garfield and then move on to Chester A. Arthur and his taking over and finishing out the four year term of Garfield.
This podcast has murder, intrigue, and some great pop culture references!
Please visit our website or social media channels and send us your email address so you can stay on top of all things Jimmy & Jean.
Always more to learn, talk to you soon.
This US History Repeated podcast is what we call a "History Quickie" as we cover the very abbreviated presidency of James Garfield and then move on to Chester A. Arthur and his taking over and finishing out the four year term of Garfield.
This podcast has murder, intrigue, and some great pop culture references!
Please visit our website or social media channels and send us your email address so you can stay on top of all things Jimmy & Jean.
Always more to learn, talk to you soon.
This podcast continues the discussion on the period we call the Gilded Age. We pick this podcast up by introducing JP Morgan and Rockefeller's business enterprises and the problems their monopolies caused.
We then go into the government's legislation in the Sherman Antitrust Act, the creation of the FTC, how it evolved into what it is today, as well as the Departments of Commerce and Labor.
Lastly, we get into more modern-day monopolies such as AT&T, and the potential monopolies of Google, Facebook, and Amazon.
There is always more to learn!
Go to our website and sign onto our email list. (USHistoryRepeated.com)
We will be putting out some great information and historical tidbits and gems that may be left on the cutting room floor during production!
This podcast continues the discussion on the period we call the Gilded Age. We pick this podcast up by introducing JP Morgan and Rockefeller's business enterprises and the problems their monopolies caused.
We then go into the government's legislation in the Sherman Antitrust Act, the creation of the FTC, how it evolved into what it is today, as well as the Departments of Commerce and Labor.
Lastly, we get into more modern-day monopolies such as AT&T, and the potential monopolies of Google, Facebook, and Amazon.
There is always more to learn!
Go to our website and sign onto our email list. (USHistoryRepeated.com)
We will be putting out some great information and historical tidbits and gems that may be left on the cutting room floor during production!
This podcast introduces the period we call the Gilded Age. We discuss the early goings of big business in the United States and introduce some of the day's "Captains of Industry", such as Cornelius Vanderbilt, Andrew Carnegie, JP Morgan, Rockefeller, and the beginnings of monopolies in the Unites States.
We also discuss how the government's role changed through this period and some of the legislation passed to protect fair trade.
There is always more to learn! Go to our website and sign onto our email list. We will be putting out some great information and historical tidbits and gems that may be left on the cutting room floor during production!
This podcast introduces the period we call the Gilded Age. We discuss the early goings of big business in the United States and introduce some of the day's "Captains of Industry", such as Cornelius Vanderbilt, Andrew Carnegie, JP Morgan, Rockefeller, and the beginnings of monopolies in the Unites States.
We also discuss how the government's role changed through this period and some of the legislation passed to protect fair trade.
There is always more to learn! Go to our website and sign onto our email list. We will be putting out some great information and historical tidbits and gems that may be left on the cutting room floor during production!
We continue where we left off by discussing the journey to the United States for many immigrants, as well as how the cities they lived in started to grow.
We discuss Angel Island on the west coast of the US, immigration of both Chinese and Japanese immigrants.
Once these immigrants arrived, what was life like for them in the cities?
How did your family get here? What are some of your stories? We shared some of ours. (Jeananne and my stories are the same as we are brother and sister! Perhaps you did not realize.)
What types of jobs did immigrants have? What is a sandhog?
Learn all of this and more when you listen to this podcast!
We continue where we left off by discussing the journey to the United States for many immigrants, as well as how the cities they lived in started to grow.
We discuss Angel Island on the west coast of the US, immigration of both Chinese and Japanese immigrants.
Once these immigrants arrived, what was life like for them in the cities?
How did your family get here? What are some of your stories? We shared some of ours. (Jeananne and my stories are the same as we are brother and sister! Perhaps you did not realize.)
What types of jobs did immigrants have? What is a sandhog?
Learn all of this and more when you listen to this podcast!
There was so much to discuss about immigration that we needed to break it up into two podcasts. This first podcast discusses the journey and conditions in which the immigrants made their way into the country. We discuss their arrival at Ellis Island and the processes they went through to gain entry into the United States.
Ellis Island is so much more than Liberty Enlightening the World....but you probably call her Lady Liberty or by her nickname, The Statue of Liberty!
There is ALWAYS more to learn!
There was so much to discuss about immigration that we needed to break it up into two podcasts. This first podcast discusses the journey and conditions in which the immigrants made their way into the country. We discuss their arrival at Ellis Island and the processes they went through to gain entry into the United States.
Ellis Island is so much more than Liberty Enlightening the World....but you probably call her Lady Liberty or by her nickname, The Statue of Liberty!
There is ALWAYS more to learn!
Today we are once again flipping the script and Jimmy is going to go a little more in-depth on the California Gold Rush.
Be sure to visit our website and social media channels and submit your email address. We are going to be hosting history happy hours and lesson plan sharing and best practices. Get on the email list for all things Jimmy and Jean. UShistoryrepeated.com
Today we get into some of the specifics on how this one event changed the course of history for the territory of California, hastened its road to statehood, impacted the US and global economy and helped to shape the culture of California. Sutter’s Mill, the spot of the first gold discovery, made many people wealthy, except for the man who owned the land. He would be driven into poverty and leave the state of California all together. So, we’re not saying you’re a gold digger, but if you went to California in 1849, you may have very well been.
Here is the link for the YouTube link for the video referenced in the podcast on the amalgamation process.
I looked up this process and found a very cool YouTube video that both showed and explained the process. We will put this link into the both the podcast description as well as on our website.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAGYGGmUmUw
Keep Learning!
-Jimmy & Jean
Today we are once again flipping the script and Jimmy is going to go a little more in-depth on the California Gold Rush.
Be sure to visit our website and social media channels and submit your email address. We are going to be hosting history happy hours and lesson plan sharing and best practices. Get on the email list for all things Jimmy and Jean. UShistoryrepeated.com
Today we get into some of the specifics on how this one event changed the course of history for the territory of California, hastened its road to statehood, impacted the US and global economy and helped to shape the culture of California. Sutter’s Mill, the spot of the first gold discovery, made many people wealthy, except for the man who owned the land. He would be driven into poverty and leave the state of California all together. So, we’re not saying you’re a gold digger, but if you went to California in 1849, you may have very well been.
Here is the link for the YouTube link for the video referenced in the podcast on the amalgamation process.
I looked up this process and found a very cool YouTube video that both showed and explained the process. We will put this link into the both the podcast description as well as on our website.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAGYGGmUmUw
Keep Learning!
-Jimmy & Jean
In this podcast we discuss the events leading up to the Supreme Court case of Plessy vs. Ferguson, the rulings, and the aftermath.
We then break into the emergence of segregation in the United States.
We do not want to get into too many details in the description. You can read the podcast outline on our website along with all the other podcasts we have published to date.
As promised in the podcast, here is the link to the literacy test
Please submit your email address on our website to get invites to our History Happy Hours and Lesson Sharing Sessions!
There is always more to learn!
In this podcast we discuss the events leading up to the Supreme Court case of Plessy vs. Ferguson, the rulings, and the aftermath.
We then break into the emergence of segregation in the United States.
We do not want to get into too many details in the description. You can read the podcast outline on our website along with all the other podcasts we have published to date.
As promised in the podcast, here is the link to the literacy test
Please submit your email address on our website to get invites to our History Happy Hours and Lesson Sharing Sessions!
There is always more to learn!
What is money? By definition, it's something of value. But over the last 10,000 years, the material form that money has taken has changed considerably—from cattle and cowrie shells to today's electronic currency.
In the United States we have a similar evolution, but the goal to get a unified system of exchange was important. The bank may not be willing to take milk and eggs for their whole staff as a mortgage payment!
In this podcast, we explain the evolution of currency here in the United States.
We divide this podcast into two sections. 1 - Pre U.S. or colonial times 2 - U.S. and forward
Take a listen and let us "Show you the money"!
What is money? By definition, it's something of value. But over the last 10,000 years, the material form that money has taken has changed considerably—from cattle and cowrie shells to today's electronic currency.
In the United States we have a similar evolution, but the goal to get a unified system of exchange was important. The bank may not be willing to take milk and eggs for their whole staff as a mortgage payment!
In this podcast, we explain the evolution of currency here in the United States.
We divide this podcast into two sections. 1 - Pre U.S. or colonial times 2 - U.S. and forward
Take a listen and let us "Show you the money"!
This podcast delves into the contributions of both Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Dubois on how to improve the conditions for black Americans in the United States.
While both Booker T Washington and W.E.B. Dubois were committed to solving the social issues facing black Americans, both went about doing so in very different ways, and sometimes with conflict between the two philosophies.
Take a listen and share with your friends!
This podcast delves into the contributions of both Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Dubois on how to improve the conditions for black Americans in the United States.
While both Booker T Washington and W.E.B. Dubois were committed to solving the social issues facing black Americans, both went about doing so in very different ways, and sometimes with conflict between the two philosophies.
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We had recently done a podcast on Westward Expansion and the Transcontinental Railroad. This podcast covers the impact that expansion has had on Native Americans. A special thank you to our external contributors from the Northern Cheyenne Nation, specifically to Wallace Bearchum who sent us excellent responses to the questions we sent. We have the audio of Mr. Bearchum as part of this podcast.
Some of the items we cover in this podcast include:
Life on the plains as part of the Cheyenne Nation
The Impact of Westward Expansion on Native Americans
Resistance of the Cheyenne Nation
We don't like going into too much detail in the descriptions, but take a listen and learn more!
We had recently done a podcast on Westward Expansion and the Transcontinental Railroad. This podcast covers the impact that expansion has had on Native Americans. A special thank you to our external contributors from the Northern Cheyenne Nation, specifically to Wallace Bearchum who sent us excellent responses to the questions we sent. We have the audio of Mr. Bearchum as part of this podcast.
Some of the items we cover in this podcast include:
Life on the plains as part of the Cheyenne Nation
The Impact of Westward Expansion on Native Americans
Resistance of the Cheyenne Nation
We don't like going into too much detail in the descriptions, but take a listen and learn more!
This podcast covers many topics involved in the United States' western expansion. We touch on topics like the California Gold Rush, Ghost towns and Boom towns, The Homestead Act, and then we spend a bulk of time on The Pacific Railroad Act and the building of the Transcontinental Railroad. We go into detail on the railroad's impact on Native Americans, and the struggles of the labor force engaged with the construction of the project.
We have a guest joining us from the Union Pacific Railroad Museum who answered some of Jeananne's questions!
Take a listen and find out more about the history of The United States.
This podcast covers many topics involved in the United States' western expansion. We touch on topics like the California Gold Rush, Ghost towns and Boom towns, The Homestead Act, and then we spend a bulk of time on The Pacific Railroad Act and the building of the Transcontinental Railroad. We go into detail on the railroad's impact on Native Americans, and the struggles of the labor force engaged with the construction of the project.
We have a guest joining us from the Union Pacific Railroad Museum who answered some of Jeananne's questions!
Take a listen and find out more about the history of The United States.
As the 19th President of the United States (1877-1881), Rutherford B. Hayes oversaw the end of Reconstruction, began the efforts that led to civil service reform, and attempted to reconcile the divisions left over from the Civil War.
Born in Ohio in 1822, Hayes was educated at Kenyon College and Harvard Law School. After five years of law practice in Lower Sandusky, he moved to Cincinnati, where he flourished as a young Whig lawyer.
He fought in the Civil War, was wounded in action, and rose to the rank of brevet major general. While he was still in the Army, Cincinnati Republicans ran him for the House of Representatives. He accepted the nomination, but would not campaign, explaining, “an officer fit for duty who at this crisis would abandon his post to electioneer… ought to be scalped.”
Elected by a heavy majority, Hayes entered Congress in December 1865.
Between 1867 and 1876 he served three terms as Governor of Ohio.
The election of 1877 was one of the more hotly contested elections until 2000 and 2020.
The Compromise of 1877 saw Hayes become President, but it was not decided until the day before inauguration!
Learn about this and more in this podcast!
As the 19th President of the United States (1877-1881), Rutherford B. Hayes oversaw the end of Reconstruction, began the efforts that led to civil service reform, and attempted to reconcile the divisions left over from the Civil War.
Born in Ohio in 1822, Hayes was educated at Kenyon College and Harvard Law School. After five years of law practice in Lower Sandusky, he moved to Cincinnati, where he flourished as a young Whig lawyer.
He fought in the Civil War, was wounded in action, and rose to the rank of brevet major general. While he was still in the Army, Cincinnati Republicans ran him for the House of Representatives. He accepted the nomination, but would not campaign, explaining, “an officer fit for duty who at this crisis would abandon his post to electioneer… ought to be scalped.”
Elected by a heavy majority, Hayes entered Congress in December 1865.
Between 1867 and 1876 he served three terms as Governor of Ohio.
The election of 1877 was one of the more hotly contested elections until 2000 and 2020.
The Compromise of 1877 saw Hayes become President, but it was not decided until the day before inauguration!
Learn about this and more in this podcast!
This podcast covers the life and presidency of Ulysses S Grant. Ulysses S Grant spent his life serving his country.
He led the Union Army to victory in the American Civil War in 1865
He was the 18th president of the United States from 1869 to 1877
He created the Justice Department and worked to protect African Americans during reconstruction.
Even in his retirement, he continued serving. learn about his life, presidency and post presidency accomplishments!
We have way more detail about Ulysses S. Grant in our podcast. As you know, there is always more to learn!
This podcast covers the life and presidency of Ulysses S Grant. Ulysses S Grant spent his life serving his country.
He led the Union Army to victory in the American Civil War in 1865
He was the 18th president of the United States from 1869 to 1877
He created the Justice Department and worked to protect African Americans during reconstruction.
Even in his retirement, he continued serving. learn about his life, presidency and post presidency accomplishments!
We have way more detail about Ulysses S. Grant in our podcast. As you know, there is always more to learn!
This podcast focuses on post civil war reconstruction during the presidency of Andrew Johnson.
Andrew Johnson was thrust into the presidential job because of Lincoln's assassination. You can find out if he was up to the task or not.
Newly freed men (former slaves) had their share of challenges as well. Jim Crow laws, tenant farming, segregation and adapting to freedom all had to be dealt with. Add to that the bigotry brewing in the country as well as the formation of the KKK and we see why the need arose for civil rights movements to take root.
We also discuss the purchase of Alaska from Russia for 7.2 million, also known as "Seward's Folly"
Always more to learn!!!
This podcast focuses on post civil war reconstruction during the presidency of Andrew Johnson.
Andrew Johnson was thrust into the presidential job because of Lincoln's assassination. You can find out if he was up to the task or not.
Newly freed men (former slaves) had their share of challenges as well. Jim Crow laws, tenant farming, segregation and adapting to freedom all had to be dealt with. Add to that the bigotry brewing in the country as well as the formation of the KKK and we see why the need arose for civil rights movements to take root.
We also discuss the purchase of Alaska from Russia for 7.2 million, also known as "Seward's Folly"
Always more to learn!!!
This is part two of the United States Civil War. If you have not listened to part one, start there and come back to this one. We also have separate podcasts on Abraham Lincoln's presidency, the election of 1860, and other causes that led to the civil war.
Civil War Part Two covers the final battles of the civil war, the aftermath, and the tentative beginnings of reconstruction.
There is too much to put into the description and why steal our own thunder?
Always more to learn!
This is part two of the United States Civil War. If you have not listened to part one, start there and come back to this one. We also have separate podcasts on Abraham Lincoln's presidency, the election of 1860, and other causes that led to the civil war.
Civil War Part Two covers the final battles of the civil war, the aftermath, and the tentative beginnings of reconstruction.
There is too much to put into the description and why steal our own thunder?
Always more to learn!
We have danced around the Civil War for the last few episodes setting the stage for beginnings of war. There is a lot to go into with the specifics of The Civil War so this is broken up into two parts. Too much to put into the description and why steal our own thunder?
Always more to learn!
We have danced around the Civil War for the last few episodes setting the stage for beginnings of war. There is a lot to go into with the specifics of The Civil War so this is broken up into two parts. Too much to put into the description and why steal our own thunder?
Always more to learn!
The life, presidency, and assassination of Abraham Lincoln makes up the content of this podcast. We touch upon events of the United States Civil War, but we tried to keep it more general as we will be doing The Civil War in much more detail in the coming podcasts.
Abraham Lincoln is one of the most important presidents in our countries history. He kept the Union together through war, was a great statesman and mostly self-educated. HIs beliefs evolved over time and his desire to preserve the union directed his actions.
This podcast was sponsored by our friends at Keen Insites. Advertising, Web Design, and all things digital. They help businesses compete online. Visit www.keeninsites.com.
We don't want to give too much to you in the description as we want you to listen to the podcast!
The life, presidency, and assassination of Abraham Lincoln makes up the content of this podcast. We touch upon events of the United States Civil War, but we tried to keep it more general as we will be doing The Civil War in much more detail in the coming podcasts.
Abraham Lincoln is one of the most important presidents in our countries history. He kept the Union together through war, was a great statesman and mostly self-educated. HIs beliefs evolved over time and his desire to preserve the union directed his actions.
This podcast was sponsored by our friends at Keen Insites. Advertising, Web Design, and all things digital. They help businesses compete online. Visit www.keeninsites.com.
We don't want to give too much to you in the description as we want you to listen to the podcast!
The election of 1860 was strife with sectionalism. The North and South could not agree on their candidiates and we subsequently saw 4 presidential hopefuls:
1. John Breckinridge who was from Kentucky and had served as James Buchanan’s Vice President. (Southern Democrat, slave owner)
2. Stephen A. Douglas, Senator from Illinois (Northern Democrat)
3. John Bell, effectively a slavery neutral candidate (Constitutional Union Party)
4. Abraham Lincoln, a former Whig who had served in the Illinois state legislature and served one term in the House of Representatives. (Represented the new Republican Party)
Here about all the issues surrounding this election, who won which states and why, as well as the aftermath and challenges of the newly elected president.
Take a listen to see how tensions are rising, secession is starting, and the inevitability of Civil War in the United States is becoming very clear.
There is always more to learn!
The election of 1860 was strife with sectionalism. The North and South could not agree on their candidiates and we subsequently saw 4 presidential hopefuls:
1. John Breckinridge who was from Kentucky and had served as James Buchanan’s Vice President. (Southern Democrat, slave owner)
2. Stephen A. Douglas, Senator from Illinois (Northern Democrat)
3. John Bell, effectively a slavery neutral candidate (Constitutional Union Party)
4. Abraham Lincoln, a former Whig who had served in the Illinois state legislature and served one term in the House of Representatives. (Represented the new Republican Party)
Here about all the issues surrounding this election, who won which states and why, as well as the aftermath and challenges of the newly elected president.
Take a listen to see how tensions are rising, secession is starting, and the inevitability of Civil War in the United States is becoming very clear.
There is always more to learn!
We have been building up to the Civil War for quite some time now. Sectionalism, lack of national unity and the issue of the extension of slavery into new territories are at an all time high. The events of the 1850s will make the Civil War all but inevitable.
We cover the short-lived presidency of Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore, both members of the Whig Party.
We discuss the aftermath of the Mexican-American War and how these states were going to enter the union. Spoiler Alert...The Missouri Compromise won't work anymore!
Take a listen to see how tensions are rising and the inevitability of Civil War in the United States is becoming very clear.
There is always more to learn!
We have been building up to the Civil War for quite some time now. Sectionalism, lack of national unity and the issue of the extension of slavery into new territories are at an all time high. The events of the 1850s will make the Civil War all but inevitable.
We cover the short-lived presidency of Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore, both members of the Whig Party.
We discuss the aftermath of the Mexican-American War and how these states were going to enter the union. Spoiler Alert...The Missouri Compromise won't work anymore!
Take a listen to see how tensions are rising and the inevitability of Civil War in the United States is becoming very clear.
There is always more to learn!
The Industrial Revolution was a time of great change. Industry brought progress, expansion, and movement of the population to new towns that sprung up all over the country.
Our special guest, Christian de Rezendes, is the creator of a documentary about Slatersville and the development of that town during the period. We got to ask him some questions and received great insight that we are able to share with our listeners.
Always more to learn!!
The Industrial Revolution was a time of great change. Industry brought progress, expansion, and movement of the population to new towns that sprung up all over the country.
Our special guest, Christian de Rezendes, is the creator of a documentary about Slatersville and the development of that town during the period. We got to ask him some questions and received great insight that we are able to share with our listeners.
Always more to learn!!
We cover a bit in this podcast, but the focus is on Manifest Destiny and the American Expansion "From Sea to Shining Sea".
We realize that we had a run on "The Presidency of...", but we like to keep our listeners guessing! In the Expansion and Manifest Destiny podcast, we cover the following presidencies:
Martin Van Buren (8th President and one term in office)
Wm. Henry Harrison (9th President and one MONTH in office)
John Tyler (10th president and only finished Harrison's term)
James K. Polk (11th President)
We also get into the Mexican-American War, one of the little talked about wars. We don't want to give it all away in the description, so take a listen.
We cover a bit in this podcast, but the focus is on Manifest Destiny and the American Expansion "From Sea to Shining Sea".
We realize that we had a run on "The Presidency of...", but we like to keep our listeners guessing! In the Expansion and Manifest Destiny podcast, we cover the following presidencies:
Martin Van Buren (8th President and one term in office)
Wm. Henry Harrison (9th President and one MONTH in office)
John Tyler (10th president and only finished Harrison's term)
James K. Polk (11th President)
We also get into the Mexican-American War, one of the little talked about wars. We don't want to give it all away in the description, so take a listen.
We continue our run of presidential podcasts with Andrew Jackson, our 7th President. Jackson was known as "The People's President", as well as his policies that forced Native Americans to migrate from their homes. This would be called the Trail of Tears.
Jackson, a war hero during the War of 1812 is given credit for the founding of the Democratic Party, but we don't want to give away all of the info in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
Side rhyme: He is on the twenty, but hated paper money. (JL Original)
We continue our run of presidential podcasts with Andrew Jackson, our 7th President. Jackson was known as "The People's President", as well as his policies that forced Native Americans to migrate from their homes. This would be called the Trail of Tears.
Jackson, a war hero during the War of 1812 is given credit for the founding of the Democratic Party, but we don't want to give away all of the info in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
Side rhyme: He is on the twenty, but hated paper money. (JL Original)
John Quincy Adams, our 6th President, was elected president despite losing both the popular and electoral vote. He was elected by the House of Representatives.
John Quincy Adams was the son of 2nd president John Adams.
As Secretary of State, Adams negotiated the Adams-Onís Treaty, which allowed the U.S. to acquire Florida.
Adams was not a fan of being president, and had lots of drama and friction with Andrew Jackson, but we don't want to give away all of the info in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
John Quincy Adams, our 6th President, was elected president despite losing both the popular and electoral vote. He was elected by the House of Representatives.
John Quincy Adams was the son of 2nd president John Adams.
As Secretary of State, Adams negotiated the Adams-Onís Treaty, which allowed the U.S. to acquire Florida.
Adams was not a fan of being president, and had lots of drama and friction with Andrew Jackson, but we don't want to give away all of the info in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
We continue with our Presidential series and are up to our nation's 5th President, James Monroe.
James Monroe oversaw major westward expansion, the acquisition of Florida, and strengthened foreign policy greatly.
James Monroe was a teenage hero at the battle of Trenton during the Revolutionary War, a law apprentice for Thomas Jefferson, and was a key player in two administrations. The Monroe Doctrine was probably among the most famous accomplishments and we go into detail on what was in it and what it meant to our fledgling country.
We don't want to give away all of the content in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
We continue with our Presidential series and are up to our nation's 5th President, James Monroe.
James Monroe oversaw major westward expansion, the acquisition of Florida, and strengthened foreign policy greatly.
James Monroe was a teenage hero at the battle of Trenton during the Revolutionary War, a law apprentice for Thomas Jefferson, and was a key player in two administrations. The Monroe Doctrine was probably among the most famous accomplishments and we go into detail on what was in it and what it meant to our fledgling country.
We don't want to give away all of the content in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
We continue our podcast series and are now up to the 4th President James Madison. He was known as the Father of the Constitution, was president during the war of 1812, was in office when Washington was burned to the ground.
Within this podcast we give some interesting ways on how to teach the war of 1812 as well! Take a listen, there is always more to learn.
We continue our podcast series and are now up to the 4th President James Madison. He was known as the Father of the Constitution, was president during the war of 1812, was in office when Washington was burned to the ground.
Within this podcast we give some interesting ways on how to teach the war of 1812 as well! Take a listen, there is always more to learn.
We delve into the presidency of Thomas Jefferson. We go into how he got there, what he accomplished during his two terms, as well as some of the more controversial aspects of his life, including his role as a slave owner.
Part of this podcast includes the Louisiana Purchase, which effectively doubled the size of the country, the Lewis and Clark expeditions exploring the new wilderness, and the effect it had on the Native American population.
We don't want to give away all of the content in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
We delve into the presidency of Thomas Jefferson. We go into how he got there, what he accomplished during his two terms, as well as some of the more controversial aspects of his life, including his role as a slave owner.
Part of this podcast includes the Louisiana Purchase, which effectively doubled the size of the country, the Lewis and Clark expeditions exploring the new wilderness, and the effect it had on the Native American population.
We don't want to give away all of the content in the description because we want you to listen. Enjoy!
Should statues and Military installations named after historical figures with ties to slavery and The Confederacy be removed or renamed?
We decided to do a podcast on this controversial topic!
We discuss many of the figures who have had statues erected, why they were erected, why some want them removed and delve into the historical significance of the figure, both good and bad.
In regard to the Military Installations, you may be surprised how they came to be named the way they did! Take a listen and give us your feedback.
Should statues and Military installations named after historical figures with ties to slavery and The Confederacy be removed or renamed?
We decided to do a podcast on this controversial topic!
We discuss many of the figures who have had statues erected, why they were erected, why some want them removed and delve into the historical significance of the figure, both good and bad.
In regard to the Military Installations, you may be surprised how they came to be named the way they did! Take a listen and give us your feedback.
We continue our run on presidents and discuss the nations second President, John Adams. After two terms as VP to George Washington, John Adams finally gets his chance to do the top job. We talk about what he accomplished during his presidency, both domestic and foreign policy. We discuss some of the precedents he set and the challenges of being second.
John Adams had big shoes to fill. How did he do? Listen to this podcast and find out!
We continue our run on presidents and discuss the nations second President, John Adams. After two terms as VP to George Washington, John Adams finally gets his chance to do the top job. We talk about what he accomplished during his presidency, both domestic and foreign policy. We discuss some of the precedents he set and the challenges of being second.
John Adams had big shoes to fill. How did he do? Listen to this podcast and find out!
With the recent passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the need to fill a seat on the Supreme Court in the near future, we decided to put together this podcast outlining:
With the recent passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the need to fill a seat on the Supreme Court in the near future, we decided to put together this podcast outlining:
We take a look at the two terms of George Washington's Presidency, how he was elected, and some of the facts and myths of the man who became a US Legend. We talk about what he accomplished during his presidency, both domestic as well as some initial foreign policy. We discuss some of the precedents he set and the burdens of being "first".
We take a look at the two terms of George Washington's Presidency, how he was elected, and some of the facts and myths of the man who became a US Legend. We talk about what he accomplished during his presidency, both domestic as well as some initial foreign policy. We discuss some of the precedents he set and the burdens of being "first".
This podcast talks to the role that campaign financing plays in US Politics.
Do you know how much money it costs to run a campaign?
Do you know how your elected officials have voted on your behalf?
Do you know how to follow the money?
We get into all of this and a little more!
This podcast talks to the role that campaign financing plays in US Politics.
Do you know how much money it costs to run a campaign?
Do you know how your elected officials have voted on your behalf?
Do you know how to follow the money?
We get into all of this and a little more!
Primary elections help to narrow down the pool of candidates for a Political Party. Presidential candidates are selected at their respective party’s convention. We get into the process of how they come up with the number of delegates that each state has, delegates from American territories, as well as where to find the data online if you are really interested in the formulas. Primary elections are not marketed as much as the general election in November, but your voice is more important here as you can also determine who gets to run for your affiliated party in both National and Local roles.
Primary elections help to narrow down the pool of candidates for a Political Party. Presidential candidates are selected at their respective party’s convention. We get into the process of how they come up with the number of delegates that each state has, delegates from American territories, as well as where to find the data online if you are really interested in the formulas. Primary elections are not marketed as much as the general election in November, but your voice is more important here as you can also determine who gets to run for your affiliated party in both National and Local roles.
Today the voting requirements are: U.S. Citizen, 18 +. It wasn’t always this way. Over the course of our nation’s history, the right to vote has been extended to various groups and the age requirement has changed. The extension of the right to vote didn’t happen easily or wasn’t always achieved peacefully. People died, people were beaten, people were lynched, people were left to rot in jail cells, all because they wanted the right to vote.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau 58% of eligible voters voted in the 2016 Presidential election In the midterm elections in 2018 – 47% of eligible voters actually voted. WHY AREN’T PEOPLE VOTING?
Find out all about the evolution right here1
Today the voting requirements are: U.S. Citizen, 18 +. It wasn’t always this way. Over the course of our nation’s history, the right to vote has been extended to various groups and the age requirement has changed. The extension of the right to vote didn’t happen easily or wasn’t always achieved peacefully. People died, people were beaten, people were lynched, people were left to rot in jail cells, all because they wanted the right to vote.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau 58% of eligible voters voted in the 2016 Presidential election In the midterm elections in 2018 – 47% of eligible voters actually voted. WHY AREN’T PEOPLE VOTING?
Find out all about the evolution right here1
Political Parties first began to emerge during the creation of the Constitution. Supporters of a strong Central Government became known as Federalists and those that preferred the individual states to have the majority of the power were known as Democratic Republicans. During George Washington’s Presidency, political parties really began to take shape – Cabinet Adams (Federalist) Thomas Jefferson (Democratic Republican)
Washington warned of Political Parties in his farewell address. He felt they weakened the government and caused division (1796)
Federalists, Democrats, Republicans and More...
Sectional Conflicts and opponents of Andrew Jackson led to the creation of the Whig party. They would elect 2 Presidents (William Henry Harrison & Zachary Taylor) Supporters (business owners, wealthy white southerners, urban middle class). The issue of slavery eventually weakened the Whig party and many of its supporters joined the newly created Republican party in the 1850s.
In the 1850s, the issue of slavery divided the nation. Northern Democrats – former whigs and abolitionists created the Republican Party in 1854
We also get into why some states came in as slave states vs free states. It was all political!
Example: Missouri wanted to join a free state – but the senate was the LAST place that southern states had an equal say as the northern states and would not allow it. How did that get solved? We tell you that as well as all about the compromise of 1850 and some new territories that were acquired.
We speak to how the parties have evolved over time and become what and how they are today
Political Parties first began to emerge during the creation of the Constitution. Supporters of a strong Central Government became known as Federalists and those that preferred the individual states to have the majority of the power were known as Democratic Republicans. During George Washington’s Presidency, political parties really began to take shape – Cabinet Adams (Federalist) Thomas Jefferson (Democratic Republican)
Washington warned of Political Parties in his farewell address. He felt they weakened the government and caused division (1796)
Federalists, Democrats, Republicans and More...
Sectional Conflicts and opponents of Andrew Jackson led to the creation of the Whig party. They would elect 2 Presidents (William Henry Harrison & Zachary Taylor) Supporters (business owners, wealthy white southerners, urban middle class). The issue of slavery eventually weakened the Whig party and many of its supporters joined the newly created Republican party in the 1850s.
In the 1850s, the issue of slavery divided the nation. Northern Democrats – former whigs and abolitionists created the Republican Party in 1854
We also get into why some states came in as slave states vs free states. It was all political!
Example: Missouri wanted to join a free state – but the senate was the LAST place that southern states had an equal say as the northern states and would not allow it. How did that get solved? We tell you that as well as all about the compromise of 1850 and some new territories that were acquired.
We speak to how the parties have evolved over time and become what and how they are today
In this podcast we discuss how The President is elected, the electoral college, who got to vote and when.
538 Electors - Pledged but not bound
Pros and Cons to the Electoral College
Presidential Succession - Illness, Impeachment, Death, Resignation. What happens and who is eligible to take over after the VP?
In this podcast we discuss how The President is elected, the electoral college, who got to vote and when.
538 Electors - Pledged but not bound
Pros and Cons to the Electoral College
Presidential Succession - Illness, Impeachment, Death, Resignation. What happens and who is eligible to take over after the VP?
We had to reload on Oct 12 2020 due to an error that needed to be removed. This is why this has less listens than part 2.
Some of the items we delve into include how the President enforces the laws, roles as commander-in-chief, Appointing of Officials, (Dept Heads, Judges, Cabinet), we delve into executive orders, proposing legislation, foreign policy, and other powers, and limitations of the office.
Role of the V.P. Constitution has a very limited description President of the Senate – can’t vote unless there is a tie The roles and influence of the VP is decided by the President. Usually take into account the strengths, talents and experience
Some have hated each other Ex: Andrew Jackson and John C. Calhoun - We discuss why.
We had to reload on Oct 12 2020 due to an error that needed to be removed. This is why this has less listens than part 2.
Some of the items we delve into include how the President enforces the laws, roles as commander-in-chief, Appointing of Officials, (Dept Heads, Judges, Cabinet), we delve into executive orders, proposing legislation, foreign policy, and other powers, and limitations of the office.
Role of the V.P. Constitution has a very limited description President of the Senate – can’t vote unless there is a tie The roles and influence of the VP is decided by the President. Usually take into account the strengths, talents and experience
Some have hated each other Ex: Andrew Jackson and John C. Calhoun - We discuss why.
In this podcast we discuss why the Articles of Confederation failed and how the Constitution created a Federal System. We move into the structure of the US Constitution, Separation of Powers, Three Branches of Government, and spend some time on the Powers of the Legislative Branch, and the Judicial Branch.
In this podcast we discuss why the Articles of Confederation failed and how the Constitution created a Federal System. We move into the structure of the US Constitution, Separation of Powers, Three Branches of Government, and spend some time on the Powers of the Legislative Branch, and the Judicial Branch.
