History isn't binary. We chatted with the great @kenlburns for our "How To 250" series about complicated stories, key moments in our history, and how he's marking the country's 250th birthday. Find the full conversation in our newsletter, link in bio!
The tapes of Reverend Wright vs. the image candidate Barack Obama was trying to portray. From our episode on the 2008 scandal and how Obama turned it into his "A More Perfect Union" speech.
This week, we look at Barack Obama, Jeremiah Wright, and the scandal that erupted in the spring of 2008. We talked about how, for many Americans, this was the first time they got a glimpse into the anger and politics of Black churches...
Clinton, Lewinsky, FOX News, Drudge and more... this week on "50 Weeks That Shaped America." Part one is in the podcast feed now, full ad-free video and audio out for paying newsletter subscribers.
Breaking down Lincoln's Second Inaugural speech with special guest @jbouie this week. Part of our "50 Weeks That Shaped America" series. Part one of the audio is out now, and if you want full, ad-free video, join our newsletter community!
In 2026, America will celebrate its semi-quincentennial — that’s 250 years since the Declaration of Independence.
Historians Kellie Carter Jackson and Nicole Hemmer from @thisdaypod will break down the forces, people, and twists that shaped America.
We’re so excited to add @kelliecarterjackson and @pastpundit to the On Air Fest lineup alongside fellow host @jodyavirgan 🎙️tickets at the link in bio
