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A history podcast dedicated to exploring each of the presidencies of the United States from the beginning to the present day. Pronouns: he, him, his
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Be sure to check out the latest episode to learn how Madison and his Cabinet worked in 1814 to address the stalemate they found the war effort in while, unbeknownst to them, a new British commander had plans to shake things up. #history #POTUS #Madison www.presidenciespodcast.com/433-stalemate/
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After years of advocating for autistic rights in Pittsburgh, when she won her seat in 2020, Jessica Benham became the 1st openly autistic person & the 1st out LBGTQ+ woman elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. #DisabilityPrideMonth #history en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jessica...
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We've talked a great deal about how the rise and fall of Napoleon impacted US foreign policy in this podcast, so if you want to do a deep dive into L'Empereur and his Grande Armée, be sure to check out @andnapoleon.bsky.social! #history #Napoleon #France www.youtube.com/channel/UC-G...
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James Madison was the fourth president of the United States, serving from 1809 to 1817. Considered the father of the Constitution, Madison was one of the brightest minds of the early republic. 1/2
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Sec of War McHenry departed from Philadelphia #OTD in 1798 to deliver a commission as commander-in-chief to the retired George Washington at Mount Vernon. Little could anyone have imagined the dust storm kicked up with this act, as discussed in ep 2.10! www.presidenciespodcast.com/210-checkmat...
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An amputee due to a war injury, Francis Fessenden continued to serve in the Union army in an administrative role before being promoted to major general of volunteers. After leaving active service, he became the mayor of Portland, ME. #DisabilityPrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Francis...
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When you get done listening to the latest episode, be sure to check out Her Half of History. With each episode, Lori explores women's history around the globe & shares stories of female leaders, writers, spies, artists, and more through the ages! #history herhalfofhistory.com
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Washington wrote to John Marshall #OTD in 1796 offering him the position of US Minister to France. In case he refused, Washington asked him to mail an enclosed letter to another potential candidate. Find out what happens in ep 1.33! #history #POTUS www.presidenciespodcast.com/133-race-to-...
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Dinner and a movie tonight 🎬🎥 m.imdb.com/title/tt1477...
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A new episode is now available! Madison and his administration found as the war with Britain wrapped up its second year that they were in rather of a stalemate. Little did they know that a new British commander was set to shake things up. #history #POTUS www.presidenciespodcast.com/433-stalemate/
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Enjoyed listening to this one with my morning ☕️ today - hope folks will check it out!
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Jen Longdon, a drive-by shooting survivor living with paraplegia, was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives in 2018 and served until her resignation in 2024 to work on healthcare policy at a nonprofit organization. #DisabilityPrideMonth #history en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennife...
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If you haven't already, be sure to check out the latest episode which features my discussion with Tyson Reeder about how foreign agents sought to influence American politics for their own ends in the Early Republic. #history #Madison #POTUS www.presidenciespodcast.com/interview-wi...
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At around 6:20 PM #OTD in 1826, John Adams passed away at Peacefield in Quincy, MA. Learn more about his final years by listening to his post-presidency episode. #history #POTUS #JohnAdams #POTUS2 #FourthofJuly #IndependenceDay www.presidenciespodcast.com/225-adams-po...
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At around 12:50 PM #OTD in 1826, Thomas Jefferson passed away at Monticello. Learn more about his final years by listening to his post-presidency episode. #history #POTUS #Jefferson #POTUS3 #FourthofJuly #IndependenceDay www.presidenciespodcast.com/340-jefferso...
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The holiday weekend has officially commenced. 🥃
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Franklin W Holgate Sr was elected as a member of the MA state House in 1964. While living with increasing low vision resulting in legal blindness, Holgate was involved in legislative and civic service until leaving office in 1971. #DisabilityPrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankli...
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Today in history, 1775, George Washington takes command of the Continental Army. Washington agreed to oversee the men without payment beyond reimbursing expenses. Washington became the first president in 1789 and announced his retirement from office in 1796 after serving two terms. 1/2
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This month's Presidencies Podcast newsletter is now available for all who subscribe! If you're not signed up already, check it out and select the Subscribe button at the end to get it delivered monthly to your inbox. open.substack.com/pub/presiden...
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Washington wrote to his former Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton, #OTD in 1795 confidentially asking for his opinion on Jay's Treaty. Learn how Hamilton's thoughts on the matter shaped the administration's response by listening to ep 1.27! #history www.presidenciespodcast.com/127-the-ligh...
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As we mark the anniversary of the ultimately fatal shooting of President Garfield #OTD in 1881, be sure to check out this episode from last year where I interviewed historian C W Goodyear about Garfield’s life and legacy. #POTUS #history #Garfield www.presidenciespodcast.com/interview-wi...
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President Jefferson issued a proclamation #OTD in 1807 ordering all British ships out of American harbors in response to the Chesapeake-Leopard affair. Learn more about this incident and the reaction to it in the US by listening to ep 3.37. #history #POTUS www.presidenciespodcast.com/337-o-grab-me/
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George Clinton assumed office once more as Governor of New York #OTD in 1801, his 7th term in that role. Learn why he came out of retirement and how this led to his becoming the 4th US Vice President in his Seat at the Table episode! #VPOTUS #history www.presidenciespodcast.com/vpotus-0042-...
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An estimated 1 million individuals participated in the March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay and Bi Equal Rights and Liberation in 1993 to push for an end to institutionalized & societal discrimination of LGBT individuals among other goals. #PrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/March_o...
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A new episode is now available! In our conversation about his new book, Serpent in Eden, author and historian Tyson Reeder described how in the Early Republic foreign agents sought to influence American politics. Check it out! #history #POTUS #Madison www.presidenciespodcast.com/interview-wi...
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Tonight’s movie for an upcoming collaboration. 🎬🎥
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Harvey Milk became the 1st openly gay public official in CA when he was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Since his assassination in 1978, he has been posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. #PrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harvey_...
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Listening to this one with my ☕️ - be sure to check it out! 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
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Though not out during her lifetime, Barbara Jordan, who served in the US House of Representatives from 1973 until 1979, was the 1st LGBTQ+ woman in Congress. During her tenure, Jordan's oratorical skills gained her national notoriety. #PrideMonth #history en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara...
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James Madison passed away #OTD in 1836. Learn more about his life and lengthy career in an abbreviated version in his two-part Seat at the Table episode or, if you'd like more detail, check out his ongoing presidency series. #POTUS #history #Madison www.presidenciespodcast.com/satt-015-1-j...
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So glad they arrived safely! Thank you so much again for your support, and I hope you enjoy the stickers. I'll be launching a new one for patrons when we get to the Monroe presidency series in the not too distant future... patreon.com/presidencies
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After a lengthy public service career including just under 4 years in the US Senate, Harris Wofford became the 1st former US Senator to come out as being in a same-sex relationship in 2016 when he announced their plans to marry. #PrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harris_...
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#OTD in 2015, the Supreme Court decision in the case of Obergefell v Hodges was handed down that recognizes the marriage of my husband & I along with many other American couples nationwide. #PrideMonth #history en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obergef...
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Podcast work is never done! After locating a few interesting books to add to the library at home, it’s time for happy hour. Cheers! 📚🍹
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Though not charged under the Sedition Act passed shortly after, Benjamin Franklin Bache's arrest on sedition charges #OTD in 1798 was cited as a reflection of limits on the freedom of the press under Federalist policies. Learn more by listening to ep 2.11! www.presidenciespodcast.com/211-the-oppo...
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Congress passed the first Alien Act #OTD in 1798. Learn more about the infamous series of bills dubbed the Alien and Sedition Acts and their impact on the presidency of John Adams by listening to ep. 2.09. #history #POTUS #JohnAdams www.presidenciespodcast.com/209-all-arou...
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After a career as a political consultant, Marcus Brandon became the first openly gay man elected to the NC General Assembly when he was elected in 2010. He won reelection twice but lost his campaign for the 12th District US House seat in 2014. #PrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_...
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Thank you so much to Andy for this five star review and kind words left on the website! If you haven't left a rating and review yet, I hope you'll consider taking a minute to do so either on the site or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Podchaser. www.presidenciespodcast.com/reviews/new/
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French Emperor Napoleon led his troops across the Nieman River #OTD in 1812. As discussed in ep 4.22, this invasion of Russia would have major ramifications across the European continent as well as for the United States and its diplomats abroad. #history www.presidenciespodcast.com/422-the-east...
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Tonight’s movie. 🎥🎬
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As we're in the home stretch for the Madison presidency and I'm beginning my research on Monroe's tenure, I cannot begin to express my gratitude for this gift from friend of the podcast Kurt. Can't wait to add this to the research reading list! #history #POTUS 📚
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There's no new episode today, so be sure to check out the latest episode of the Vice Presidencies series: George Clinton Part Two! Revolutionary War general, seven time NY governor, & VP for 2 different presidents. There's much to discuss! #history #VPOTUS www.presidenciespodcast.com/vpotus-0042-...
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Dinner and drinks with dear friends 🍸
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A new post is now available for patrons with updates on what is upcoming for the podcast, and I am also looking for some feedback. If you're not a patron yet, I hope you'll consider signing up to get the inside scoop on what's happening at Presidencies HQ! www.patreon.com/posts/this-m...
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Chai Feldblum became the 1st lesbian to serve as a commissioner on the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 2010 after a career as a law professor at Georgetown & an activist for disability rights & LGBTQ rights. #PrideMonth #history en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chai_Fe...
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Thank you so much to BryceA1996 for this recent five-star review and for listening to the podcast! If you haven't left a rating and review yet, I hope you'll take a moment to do so either from the website or on Apple Podcasts, Podchaster, or Spotify. www.presidenciespodcast.com/reviews/new/
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President Adams sent to Congress the latest dispatches from the peace commissioners to France #OTD in 1798. In the wake of the XYZ Affair scandal, learn more about how Adams and the Federalists planned to respond to France by listening to ep 2.09! #history www.presidenciespodcast.com/209-all-arou...
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After being elected as VT state auditor, Ed Flanagan became the 1st openly gay statewide elected official in the US and went on to win reelection until leaving office in 2001. Flanagan later served 3 terms in the VT state Senate. #PrideMonth en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Flan...
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The latest Presidencies Podcast monthly newsletter is now available! If you haven't already, you can subscribe to get it delivered to your email directly through Substack or sign up for the mailing list on the website - either way works. Enjoy! #history presidencies.substack.com/p/vacation-a...
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In case you haven't listened to it yet, be sure to check out the latest episode - Part Two of the life of George Clinton! We get into how he became one of only two people to date to serve (unwillingly) under two separate Presidents. #VPOTUS #history www.presidenciespodcast.com/vpotus-0042-...
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