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Bahr"s History Hits

Bahr"s History Hits is where the past and present collide--thorugh the lens of books, events, and ideas that shape our world. Hosted by Michael Bahr, this podcast explores how the past shapes the present through powerful ideas and pivitol books. Whether you"re a student of history--or just love a good debate, this is your place for big questions and awesome discussions.

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THE KENNEDY DETAIL

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/12/22

In this gripping episode, we explore the untold story of JFK's Secret Service agents and the tragic day that changed presidential protection forever. Based on Gerald Blaine's "The Kennedy Detail," we go behind the scenes with the elite agents who witnessed November 22, 1963, firsthand. Discover how these dedicated public servants carried the psychological burden of that terrible day, how the assassination transformed presidential security, and why absolute protection in a free

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00:11:48

The Vaccum Guy? The Rehabilitation of Herbert Hoover

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2025/12/04

"The vacuum guy?" That's how Kevin McCallister responds in Home Alone 2 when told that President Herbert Hoover once stayed in his Plaza Hotel suite. It's a funny movie moment—but it's also a tragedy. How did one of America's greatest humanitarian heroes become so forgotten that people confused him with a vacuum cleaner brand?In this episode, we dismantle one of history's greatest myths: that Herbert Hoover was a do-nothing president who let America suffer through the

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00:08:11

Tis Well: George Washington's Final Journey

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/11/20

'Tis Well: George Washington's Final Journey What happens when the most essential leader tries to step away? George Washington spent his final years discovering that leaving power might be harder than wielding it.Join host Michael Bahr as he explores Jonathan Horn's "Washington's End," revealing how the father of our country spent his last two and a half years fighting to hold a fracturing nation together—even from retirement. From managing Mount Vernon's enslaved workforce to navigating the toxic

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00:08:03

Champions Behind Barbed Wire: The Heart Mountain Eagles

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2025/11/13

Here's a Spotify description for this episode:The Eagles of Heart Mountain: How Japanese American Teens Became Wyoming Champions Behind Barbed WireWhat happens when teenage athletes prove their excellence while imprisoned by their own country? In 1943, the Heart Mountain High School football team achieved the impossible—winning the Wyoming state championship while their families were incarcerated in an American concentration camp.Join host Michael Bahr as he explores Bradford Pearson's

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00:08:59

"The Last Campaign: RFK's 82 Days That Could Have...

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2025/10/30

In this episode of Bahr's History Hits, we explore one of American history's most compelling "what-ifs"—Robert F. Kennedy's electrifying 82-day presidential campaign in 1968.Featuring Thurston Clarke's "The Last Campaign: Robert F. Kennedy and 82 Days That Inspired America," we dive into a moment when politics transcended calculation and became something more—a movement that united Black and white, rich and poor, young and old in a fractured nation.From RFK's

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00:10:43

The General Who Saved Democracy: Washington's...

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/10/17

What makes a leader truly great? In 1783, George Washington did something that shocked the world: he voluntarily gave up absolute power. Then he did it again in 1796. This week on Bahr's History Hits, we explore how Washington's unprecedented decision to walk away—twice—established the foundation of American democracy. Featuring Joseph Ellis's Pulitzer Prize-winning biography "His Excellency: George Washington," we dive into the Newburgh Conspiracy, the emotional resignation at

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00:09:03

The Filibuster: Democracy's Kill Switch

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/10/02

The filibuster—democracy’s safeguard or democracy’s kill switch? In this episode of Bahr’s History Hits, Michael Bahr unpacks the strange and surprising history of the Senate’s most controversial rule. From its accidental invention in 1805 to Strom Thurmond’s marathon speeches and today’s “silent email filibusters,” discover how this once-rare tactic became routine gridlock. Featuring Adam Jentleson’s Kill Switch, we explore what the Founders intended, how the Senate evolved, and the case both for

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00:09:30

Benedict Arnold: The Man Behind the Treason

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/09/18

Was Benedict Arnold simply a villain — or a betrayed hero who made a terrible choice? In this episode, Michael Bahr examines The Real Benedict Arnold by Jim Murphy to reveal the human side of America’s most infamous traitor. We explore his battlefield brilliance, his loyalty to Washington, and the bitterness that led him to turn against the cause he once fought to the brink of death to defend.

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00:11:44

The Darkness That Made Him Great: How Struggle Forged...

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/09/12

We often think of depression as a roadblock to greatness — but what if it can also be a forge? This episode of Bahr’s History Hits connects modern conversations about mental health to Abraham Lincoln’s lifelong battle with melancholy. Drawing on Lincoln’s Melancholy by Joshua Wolf Shenk, Michael Bahr shows how Lincoln’s suffering fueled his empathy, sharpened his judgment, and gave him the moral resilience to guide the nation through the Civil War.

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00:12:37

When Words Become Weapons

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/09/11

In the wake of Charlie Kirk's tragic murder at Utah Valley University, host Michael Bahr delivers a powerful special episode examining the escalating crisis of political violence in America. From the assassination attempts on President Trump to the recent killings of Minnesota state senators, Bahr traces how our nation has moved away from its founding principles of peaceful democratic discourse.This isn't just another political commentary—it's a heartfelt call for Americans to choose a

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00:09:26

More Than a Political Stunt: The Real Story of...

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/08/26

Impeachment gets thrown around like political confetti every election cycle, but do we actually know what it means? Spoiler alert: it's not a "you're fired" button—it's more like a giant constitutional "Are you sure about this?" lever.Join us as we dive deep into America's impeachment history, from the framers' original vision to the dramatic cases that shaped our democracy. We'll explore Andrew Johnson's near-miss in 1868, Nixon's Watergate resignation, Clinton's perjury scandal, and bring the

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00:09:20

When The King Met The President: Elvis, Nixon, and...

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/08/14

What happens when the King of Rock 'n' Roll shows up unannounced at the White House gates? On December 21, 1970, Elvis Presley—decked out in purple velvet and gold sunglasses—walked into the Oval Office for one of the most bizarre presidential meetings in American history.In this episode, we dive into the unlikely encounter between Elvis and Nixon, exploring how celebrity influence and political power collided in 1970s America. From Elvis's handwritten letter requesting federal agent

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00:11:42

The Power of the Pardon

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/08/07

In this episode, we dive into one of the more controversial decisions ever in American history: Gerald R. Ford's pardon of former President Nixon. We relive the decision, discuss the pardon power, and make the case why Ford's decision was right. Book featured; Gerald R. Ford: An Honorable Life by James Cannon

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00:11:51

The Shot that Shouldn't Have Killed Him

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/08/06

President James A. Garfield survived the bullet--but not the system that failed him. In this episode of Bahr's History Hits, we unravel the astonishing and often overlooked story of America's 20th president, his assassin Charles Guiteau, and the corrupt spoils system that enabled it all. Featuring insight from Candice Millard's gripping book Destiny of the Republic, we explore how political patronage, medical arrogance, and misplaced ambition led to a death that could--and should-have been

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00:16:53

The JFK Files: Secrets, Silence, and Why They Matter

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/08/01

Nearly 60 years after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the U.S. government is still releasing classified files. But what do they really tell us—and why does it matter?In this episode of Bahr’s History Hits, we explore the JFK Records Act of 1992, the new documents released in 2022 and 2023, and the enduring questions around Lee Harvey Oswald, especially his mysterious trip to Mexico City. Did the new files change the story—or just confirm what we already suspected?Topics Covered:–

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00:12:48

History Will Prove Us Right

Bahr"s History Hits ·

2025/07/31

Welcome to the debut episode of Bahr’s History Hits! In this kickoff chapter, we tackle one of the most polarizing events in American history: the assassination of President John F. Kennedy—and the official account that insists Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone.We’ll look at Howard P. Willens’ book, History Will Prove Us Right, an insider’s defense of the Warren Commission—the controversial investigation Willens helped write. Was it a rushed cover-up or a sincere search for truth under global pressure

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