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Presidencies of the United States

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Ever wondered how U.S. presidents—and the teams around them—have shaped the nation’s history and influenced the world we live in today? The Presidencies of the United States dives deep into American presidential history from 1789 to the present, exploring the people, decisions, and pivotal moments that defined each administration. Through a systematic, story-driven approach, I uncover the lesser-known narratives, overlooked figures, and surprising connections that rarely appear in textbooks. If

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82:55

SATT 030.1 - William H Crawford Part One

Presidencies of the United States ·

2025/01/26

Tenure of Office: August 1, 1815 - October 22, 1816 (as Secretary of War); October 22, 1816 - March 6, 1825 (as Secretary of the Treasury)William H Crawford may be one of the most famous figures in US presidential history that folks only know one thing about - his role in the Election of 1824. However, with my special guest, Dr. Max from the Poor Historians Podcast, we learn that there is much more to his life and legacy than meets the eye. In this first episode, we follow Crawford as his family

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39:49

4.38 - Shortest. War. Ever.

Presidencies of the United States ·

2025/01/19

Year(s) Discussed: 1814-1815 As the British and Americans handed back over land captured during the recent War, the US government was finally able to turn its attention to the situation with Algiers and the American sailors that had been held captive by them for years. Meanwhile, in Europe, Napoleon set into motion his triumphal return to power. Little did he know, however, just how quickly a new Allied Coalition would come together to thwart his plans and what ramifications this would have for the

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47:52

Interview with Nathan Raab, The Hunt for History

Presidencies of the United States ·

2025/01/12

Year(s) Discussed: 1789-1963In this episode, I am joined by Nathan Raab, the nation’s leading dealer in important historical documents, and we discuss his work and how he developed the skills necessary to assess the value and the authenticity of documents and other historical artifacts. He also shares with us some of his stories from his search for the physical artifacts of American and world history as well as how he came around to writing a book about his work. More information can be found at

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48:31

39.015 - A Startling Education in Politics: A Tribute...

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/12/31

Year(s) Discussed: 1962-1963 In memory of the late Jimmy Carter, this episode examines his first foray into the political realm with his 1962 run for the Georgia State Senate. In a time of political and social change, Carter took the opportunity to serve the public, but he would face many challenges on his path to electoral victory. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:58

4.37 - What Now? The Aftermath of War

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/12/09

Year(s) Discussed: 1814-1815In the latter days of the War of 1812, President Madison had to rebuild a shattered administration and a decimated capital city while still working to bring the military conflict to a resolution. Meanwhile, in New England, the British took control of a large portion of Maine, and Federalists agitated against what they saw as a tyrannical Southern-dominated federal government. Also in this episode, we reach the end of the epic tale that is the long and scandalous career

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80:45

VPOTUS 005.2 - Elbridge Gerry Part Two

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/12/01

Tenure of Office: March 4, 1813 - November 23, 1814Despite being elected to the First Congress under the Constitution, Elbridge Gerry would hit some rocky patches in his career of public service after 1789. Still, the twists and turns that led him on a diplomatic mission to France, a couple of terms as governor of Massachusetts, and finally to presiding over the Senate as Vice President left us with much to discuss as we evaluated his overall life at the end. Sources used for this episode can be

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95:27

VPOTUS 005.1 - Elbridge Gerry Part One

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/11/23

Tenure of Office: March 4, 1813 - November 23, 1814 Signer of the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation, Elbridge Gerry of Massachusetts quickly rose to become one of the key leaders in Congress during the American Revolution and the war's aftermath. However, as Alex and I explore in this episode, when it came time for the Constitutional Convention, Gerry would have more than a few things to say about the new government taking shape which would impact the trajectory of his

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61:50

Friendsgiving 3.0: The Good, the Bad, and the Murder...

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/11/18

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday in the US, I pick up my annual tradition of gathering with fellow podcasters Alycia from Civics & Coffee, Kenny Ryan from [Abridged] Presidential Histories, and Howard Dorre from Plodding Through the Presidents to talk about history, podcasting, what we're thankful for, and what a mystery novel featuring presidents at a secluded mansion for the weekend might look like. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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57:04

Interview with Jordan Cash, Adding the Lone Star

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/11/10

Year(s) Discussed: 1790-1863In this episode, I am joined by historian Jordan Cash to discuss two pivotal figures in the push for Texas annexation: Sam Houston and John Tyler. Each dealt with unique challenges in their respective roles as president to get the Americans and Texians to agree to the Lone Star Republic becoming the 28th state of the Union. More information can be found on the website at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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6:31

From Me to All of You: 2024 Election Edition

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/11/03

As election day draws closer in the United States, I wanted to share a few thoughts in light of what's been an interesting campaign season to say the least and reflections on the future. For our American listeners, if you haven't already, please go vote!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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41:05

Interview with Kurt Deion, Congressional Cemetery

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/10/27

Year(s) Discussed: 1807-present In this episode, I am joined by the Presidential Grave Hunter himself, Kurt Deion of the Congressional Cemetery to learn more about the history behind the site known as DC's greatest undertaking. Kurt shares stories about some of the famous (and infamous) permanent residents there, a list which includes congressional members, Supreme Court justices, a vice president, and an FBI director named J Edgar. More information including links to learn more can be found at

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4.36 - One More Battle

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/10/21

Year(s) Discussed: 1812-1815 After failing to take Baltimore, the British turn their attention to the Gulf South in an attempt to land another blow to the Americans before the work of the peace commissioners brought the war to an end. However, they would find General Andrew Jackson ready to defend New Orleans with a diverse group of folks including veterans of the Creek War, free men of color, native warriors, and Baratarian pirates. Sources used for this episode can be found at

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71:03

SATT 029 - Benjamin W Crowninshield

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/10/06

Tenure of Office: January 16, 1815 - September 30, 1818 A merchant from Massachusetts, Benjamin Crowninshield assumed office as Secretary of the Navy in the latter days of the War of 1812. Join me and my special guest, April from the Door Key Podcast, as we explore the life and career of this member of the Madison and Monroe administrations and determine whether his legacy earns him a seat at the table of the Cabinet All-Stars. Sources used for this episode can be found at

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39:18

4.35 - A Christmas Miracle

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/09/29

Year(s) Discussed: 1814In the aftermath of the burning of Washington, DC, the Madison administration hardly had time to pick up the pieces before they had to turn their attention to a new British invasion of Baltimore. Meanwhile, the American negotiators in Europe worked to find a path to peace with their British counterparts, and General Andrew Jackson shifted his focus to the defense of Mobile. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about

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23:54

FEED DROP - History Shorts Podcast, Interview with...

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/09/25

As an extra bonus to our special episode discussing the post-presidencies of the Early Republic, check out an episode of guest Peter Zablocki's podcast, History Shorts, where he interviews the podcasting legend himself, Dan Carlin. Peter and Dan discuss the inspiration behind their appreciation for the study of history, how the discipline has evolved over the years, and how podcasts present a unique approach to storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Interview with Peter Zablocki, History Shorts

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/09/22

Year(s) Discussed: 1797-1836 When he left office after his second term, George Washington had one more precedent to set: namely, what exactly did a president do once they were no longer president? In this episode, I am joined by Peter Zablocki, host of the History Shorts podcast, to discuss the post-presidencies of the Early Republic. More information can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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VPOTUS 004.5 - William H Crawford (President Pro...

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/09/15

Tenure of Office: April 24, 1812 - March 3, 1813 What happens when a Vice President dies? Prior to the 25th Amendment, that meant that a President Pro Tempore (or "for the time being") was chosen to preside over the Senate until the next election. After the death of George Clinton in 1812, the person chosen for that position was William H Crawford of Georgia. Join us as we learn more about what it meant to be President Pro Tempore at the time and what Crawford did during his tenure. Sources used for

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87:24

SATT 028.2 - Alexander J Dallas Part Two

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/09/08

Tenure of Office: October 6, 1814 - October 21, 1816When Alexander J Dallas assumed office as Secretary of the Treasury, the federal government was nearly bankrupt. With my special guests, Cody and Stephen of the Imperfect Men podcast, we explore Dallas's tenure at Treasury and his efforts to improve the nation's finances and economy in the aftermath of the War of 1812 then determine whether Dallas is worthy of a seat at the table of Cabinet All-Stars. Sources used for this episode can be found at

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SATT 028.1 - Alexander J Dallas Part One

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/09/01

Tenure of Office: October 6, 1814 - October 21, 1816 In this episode, I am joined by Cody and Stephen of the Imperfect Men podcast to discuss a lesser known yet quite influential Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander J Dallas of Pennsylvania. Join us as we discuss his early life and career which led him to become one of the leading figures in Pennsylvania politics in the Early Republic. Sources used for this episode can be found at https://www.presidenciespodcast.com. Learn more about your ad

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54:29

Interview with Stan Haynes, Roosevelt to Roosevelt

Presidencies of the United States ·

2024/08/18

Year(s) Discussed: 1904-1944They happen every four years, but how much do you know about the history of presidential nominating conventions in the US? In this episode, I am joined by Stan Haynes to discuss his research into the history of nominating conventions in the first few decades of the 20th century. Beyond just the fascinating historical figures at play in the politics of the time, the changes in the structure of the conventions and how the candidates were chosen were pivotal to development

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