This American President
303 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 582 ratingsThis American President delves into the lives and legacies of U.S. presidents through long form stories and interviews. It will challenge the way you look at American history. Hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal. Art by NipRogers.com.
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9. The Art of the Steal (Thomas Jefferson)
December 05, 2017 08:09 - 1 hourIt took America a little bit of luck and the collective genius of Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe to secure the Louisiana Purchase from France. This episode explores how these three American giants pulled off the bargain of the century. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9. The Art of the Steal | Thomas Jefferson
December 05, 2017 08:09 - 1 hourIt took America a little bit of luck and the collective genius of Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe to secure the Louisiana Purchase from France. This episode explores how these three American giants pulled off the bargain of the century. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip ...
The Art of the Steal | Thomas Jefferson
December 05, 2017 08:09 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBIt took America a little bit of luck and the collective genius of Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe to secure the Louisiana Purchase from France. This episode explores how these three American giants pulled off the bargain of the century. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
US Expansion | Thomas Jefferson: The Art of the Steal
December 05, 2017 08:09 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBIt took America a little bit of luck and the collective genius of Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe to secure the Louisiana Purchase from France. This episode explores how these three American giants pulled off the bargain of the century. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
9: The Art of the Steal (Thomas Jefferson)
December 05, 2017 08:09 - 1 hourThere is one event, in particular, that we will focus on in this episode. It’s an event of critical importance to our country and the world; without which we may never have become a world power. It’s a story that challenges our historical bias towards inevitability and the very meaning of what it means to be an American. It involves four of our presidents, all of whom played indispensable roles in this story. It involves a great deal of trickery, deception, and spur-of-the-moment decisions. A...
Ep. 8: The Women Who Would Be President
September 26, 2017 05:29 - 2 hours - 86.5 MBWe just lived through the first election in which a woman won the nomination of a major political party to be President of the United States and came close to being elected. To many, this was a sign of major progress . In fact, there are more women today in American government than ever before. But despite the fact that women have had the right to vote for almost a century and the fact that they consist of half of the country’s population, no woman has ever served as President of the United ...
8. The Women Who Would Be President
September 26, 2017 05:29 - 2 hoursNo woman has ever served as president, but it isn’t for lack of trying. This episode examines the women who sought to shatter the ultimate glass ceiling in American politics and seeks to answer the question, why didn’t any of them succeed. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: ...
8: The Women Who Would Be President
September 26, 2017 05:29 - 2 hoursWe just lived through the first election in which a woman won the nomination of a major political party to be President of the United States and came close to being elected. To many, this was a sign of major progress . In fact, there are more women today in American government than ever before. But despite the fact that women have had the right to vote for almost a century and the fact that they consist of half of the country’s population, no woman has ever served as President of the United S...
The Women Who Would Be President
September 26, 2017 05:29 - 2 hours - 85.8 MBNo woman has ever served as president, but it isn’t for lack of trying. This episode examines the women who sought to shatter the ultimate glass ceiling in American politics and seeks to answer the question, why didn’t any of them succeed. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
7: Perspectives: Bob Knudsen on Photographing the President
August 15, 2017 06:11 - 1 hourIn 1860, Abraham Lincoln was a little-known politician running for president. In February of that year, he was in New York City to deliver a speech at the Cooper Union building. Just before his remarks, Lincoln stopped by the office of photographer Matthew Brady. There, Brady took a photo of Lincoln to mark the occasion of his speech. At Cooper Union, Lincoln then delivered a rousing address where he strongly opposed the extension of slavery. Within weeks, the photograph and the speech were p...
Ep. 7: Perspectives: Bob Knudsen on Photographing the President
August 15, 2017 06:11 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBIn 1860, Abraham Lincoln was a little-known politician running for president. In February of that year, he was in New York City to deliver a speech at the Cooper Union building. Just before his remarks, Lincoln stopped by the office of photographer Matthew Brady. There, Brady took a photo of Lincoln to mark the occasion of his speech. At Cooper Union, Lincoln then delivered a rousing address where he strongly opposed the extension of slavery. Within weeks, the photograph and the speech were ...
Photographing the President with Bob Knudsen
August 15, 2017 06:11 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBAs a White House photographer for six presidents, Bob Knudsen had a front row seat for some of the most important events in modern history. In this episode, his son (also Bob Knudsen) shares anecdotes about the private side of America's presidents. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
7. Photographing the President with Bob Knudsen
August 15, 2017 06:11 - 1 hourAs a White House photographer for six presidents, Bob Knudsen had a front row seat for some of the most important events in modern history. In this episode, his son (also Bob Knudsen) shares anecdotes about the private side of America's presidents. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal...
7: Bob Knudsen on Photographing the President
August 15, 2017 06:11 - 1 hourIn 1860, Abraham Lincoln was a little-known politician running for president. In February of that year, he was in New York City to deliver a speech at the Cooper Union building. Just before his remarks, Lincoln stopped by the office of photographer Matthew Brady. There, Brady took a photo of Lincoln to mark the occasion of his speech. At Cooper Union, Lincoln then delivered a rousing address where he strongly opposed the extension of slavery. Within weeks, the photograph and the speech were p...
7. Bob Knudsen on Photographing the President
August 15, 2017 06:11 - 1 hourAs a White House photographer for six presidents, Bob Knudsen had a front row seat for some of the most important events in modern history. In this episode, his son (also Bob Knudsen) shares anecdotes about the private side of America's presidents. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep. 6: The Inscrutable Man Part II (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
July 19, 2017 16:45 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBIn the first episode of this two-part series on FDR, we explored the man, his times, and the unusual circumstances surrounding the 1944 Democratic Convention. We discussed FDR’s legendary poker face, his deteriorating health, the fact that his doctor warned him that he couldn’t survive a fourth term, and his dream to create the United Nations; an organization he hoped would make future world wars impossible. We also discussed the Democratic Party bosses’ successful effort to remove Henry Wal...
Franklin D. Roosevelt: The Inscrutable Man Part 2
July 19, 2017 16:45 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBFranklin D. Roosevelt spent his last years as president winning one world war while trying to prevent another. But one man stood in the way: Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin. This episode explores FDR’s efforts to secure lasting peace. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
6. The Inscrutable Man Part 2 | Franklin D. Roosevelt
July 19, 2017 16:45 - 1 hourFranklin D. Roosevelt spent his last years as president winning one world war while trying to prevent another. But one man stood in the way: Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin. This episode explores FDR’s efforts to secure lasting peace. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rog...
6: The Inscrutable Man Part II (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
July 19, 2017 16:45 - 1 hourIn the first episode of this two-part series on FDR, we explored the man, his times, and the unusual circumstances surrounding the 1944 Democratic Convention. We discussed FDR’s legendary poker face, his deteriorating health, the fact that his doctor warned him that he couldn’t survive a fourth term, and his dream to create the United Nations; an organization he hoped would make future world wars impossible. We also discussed the Democratic Party bosses’ successful effort to remove Henry Wall...
6. The Inscrutable Man Part II (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
July 19, 2017 16:45 - 1 hourFranklin D. Roosevelt spent his last years as president winning one world war while trying to prevent another. But one man stood in the way: Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin. This episode explores FDR’s efforts to secure lasting peace. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Inscrutable Man Part 2 | Franklin D. Roosevelt
July 19, 2017 16:45 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBFranklin D. Roosevelt spent his last years as president winning one world war while trying to prevent another. But one man stood in the way: Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin. This episode explores FDR’s efforts to secure lasting peace. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
Ep. 5: The Inscrutable Man Part I (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
June 27, 2017 23:36 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBIf we were to do an episode on the entire life of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, it would have to be at least a 12 hour series. Instead, we will focus on a short period of his life that is one of the most fascinating—the end of it. This isn’t the FDR of the famous 100 days—the one who captivated the nation by the sheer power of his strength and charisma. Instead, this is the FDR who, after years of leading the nation through depression and war, found himself physically exhausted, racing against ...
The Inscrutable Man Part 1 | Franklin D. Roosevelt
June 27, 2017 23:36 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBIn 1944, Americans elected Franklin D. Roosevelt to an unprecedented fourth term as president, but few knew that he was a dying man. This episode explores decisions made that critical year that would alter the fates of millions of people. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
5. The Inscrutable Man Part 1 | Franklin D. Roosevelt
June 27, 2017 23:36 - 1 hourIn 1944, Americans elected Franklin D. Roosevelt to an unprecedented fourth term as president, but few knew that he was a dying man. This episode explores decisions made that critical year that would alter the fates of millions of people. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: N...
5: The Inscrutable Man Part I (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
June 27, 2017 23:36 - 1 hourIf we were to do an episode on the entire life of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, it would have to be at least a 12 hour series. Instead, we will focus on a short period of his life that is one of the most fascinating—the end of it. This isn’t the FDR of the famous 100 days—the one who captivated the nation by the sheer power of his strength and charisma. Instead, this is the FDR who, after years of leading the nation through depression and war, found himself physically exhausted, racing against h...
5. The Inscrutable Man Part I (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
June 27, 2017 23:36 - 1 hourIn 1944, Americans elected Franklin D. Roosevelt to an unprecedented fourth term as president, but few knew that he was a dying man. This episode explores decisions made that critical year that would alter the fates of millions of people. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Franklin D. Roosevelt: The Inscrutable Man Part 1
June 27, 2017 23:36 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBIn 1944, Americans elected Franklin D. Roosevelt to an unprecedented fourth term as president, but few knew that he was a dying man. This episode explores decisions made that critical year that would alter the fates of millions of people. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
4: Perspectives: Peggy Grande on President Reagan
June 06, 2017 06:48 - 1 hourThis week on This American President we interview author, public speaker, and former executive assistant to President Ronald Reagan, Peggy Grande. Peggy recently wrote a book titled The President Will See You Now: My Stories and Lessons from Ronald Reagan’s Final Years. It’s a wonderful book about her time serving President and Mrs. Reagan and how she and her family became very close with them. To find out more, please visit peggygrande.com and order her book. Peggy Grande and President Ron...
Ep. 4: Perspectives: Peggy Grande on President Reagan
June 06, 2017 06:48 - 1 hour - 48 MBThis week on This American President we interview author, public speaker, and former executive assistant to President Ronald Reagan, Peggy Grande. Peggy recently wrote a book titled The President Will See You Now: My Stories and Lessons from Ronald Reagan’s Final Years. It’s a wonderful book about her time serving President and Mrs. Reagan and how she and her family became very close with them. To find out more, please visit peggygrande.com and order her book. Peggy Grande and President Ron...
4. Peggy Grande on President Reagan
June 06, 2017 06:48 - 1 hourIn 1989, Peggy Grande got the opportunity of a lifetime when she became the executive assistant to former President Ronald Reagan. In this episode, Mrs. Grande discusses her experience with one of America’s most consequential leaders. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4: Peggy Grande on President Reagan
June 06, 2017 06:48 - 1 hourThis week on This American President we interview author, public speaker, and former executive assistant to President Ronald Reagan, Peggy Grande. Peggy recently wrote a book titled The President Will See You Now: My Stories and Lessons from Ronald Reagan’s Final Years. It’s a wonderful book about her time serving President and Mrs. Reagan and how she and her family became very close with them. To find out more, please visit peggygrande.com and order her book. Peggy Grande and President Ronal...
Ronald Reagan's Life After Presidency with Peggy Grande
June 06, 2017 06:48 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBIn 1989, Peggy Grande got the opportunity of a lifetime when she became the executive assistant to former President Ronald Reagan. In this episode, Mrs. Grande discusses her experience with one of America’s most consequential leaders. PEGGY GRANDE www.peggygrande.com JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
4. Ronald Reagan's Life After Presidency with Peggy Grande
June 06, 2017 06:48 - 1 hourIn 1989, Peggy Grande got the opportunity of a lifetime when she became the executive assistant to former President Ronald Reagan. In this episode, Mrs. Grande discusses her experience with one of America’s most consequential leaders. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip R...
Ep. 3: Fake News and Nasty Men (1876 Election)
May 16, 2017 07:50 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBHistorians have often noted that our Founding Fathers didn’t like democracy. Our second president, John Adams, once said, “Democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts and murders itself. There was never a democracy yet that did not commit suicide.” Our fourth president, James Madison, wrote, “Democracies have ever been spectacles of turbulence and contention; have ever been found incompatible with personal security or the rights of property; and have in general been as short in thei...
Fake News and Nasty Men: The 1876 Election
May 16, 2017 07:50 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBBefore Bush v Gore and Trump v Biden, there was Hayes v Tilden, the nastiest presidential race in American history. This episode explores in 1876 election—a time when fraud, corruption, and the threat of violence overturned the will of the American people. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
3: Fake News and Nasty Men (1876 Election)
May 16, 2017 07:50 - 1 hourHistorians have often noted that our Founding Fathers didn’t like democracy. Our second president, John Adams, once said, “Democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts and murders itself. There was never a democracy yet that did not commit suicide.” Our fourth president, James Madison, wrote, “Democracies have ever been spectacles of turbulence and contention; have ever been found incompatible with personal security or the rights of property; and have in general been as short in their...
3. Fake News and Nasty Men: The 1876 Election
May 16, 2017 07:50 - 1 hourBefore Bush v Gore and Trump v Biden, there was Hayes v Tilden, the nastiest presidential race in American history. This episode explores in 1876 election—a time when fraud, corruption, and the threat of violence overturned the will of the American people. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Mich...
3. Fake News and Nasty Men (1876 Election)
May 16, 2017 07:50 - 1 hourBefore Bush v Gore and Trump v Biden, there was Hayes v Tilden, the nastiest presidential race in American history. This episode explores in 1876 election—a time when fraud, corruption, and the threat of violence overturned the will of the American people. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep. 2: Smile of the Demagogue (Andrew Johnson)
April 26, 2017 03:38 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBHe came from humble beginnings. He was born in a log cabin and had virtually no education. Through hard work, he rose to become a successful businessman. He fell in love and was married for almost 50 years. His life was the epitome of the American dream. He found his calling in politics. He was known as a man of the people, especially the poor and downtrodden. He identified with them and he consistently fought for their interests. They returned him to office again and again. He was their fi...
2. Smile of the Demagogue | Andrew Johnson
April 26, 2017 03:38 - 1 hourFate put Andrew Johnson in the White House during a critical time in American history—a unique opportunity that he completely squandered. This episode examines America’s obscure 17th president and how his failures continue to haunt America to this day. ⭐Get this episode ad-free for only $5/month⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael ...
2. Smile of the Demagogue (Andrew Johnson)
April 26, 2017 03:38 - 1 hourFate put Andrew Johnson in the White House during a critical time in American history—a unique opportunity that he completely squandered. This episode examines America’s obscure 17th president and how his failures continue to haunt America to this day. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2: Smile of the Demagogue (Andrew Johnson)
April 26, 2017 03:38 - 1 hourHe came from humble beginnings. He was born in a log cabin and had virtually no education. Through hard work, he rose to become a successful businessman. He fell in love and was married for almost 50 years. His life was the epitome of the American dream. He found his calling in politics. He was known as a man of the people, especially the poor and downtrodden. He identified with them and he consistently fought for their interests. They returned him to office again and again. He was their figh...
Smile of the Demagogue | Andrew Johnson
April 26, 2017 03:38 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBFate put Andrew Johnson in the White House during a critical time in American history—a unique opportunity that he completely squandered. This episode examines America’s obscure 17th president and how his failures continue to haunt America to this day. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
Andrew Johnson: Smile of the Demagogue
April 26, 2017 03:38 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBFate put Andrew Johnson in the White House during a critical time in American history—a unique opportunity that he completely squandered. This episode examines America’s obscure 17th president and how his failures continue to haunt America to this day. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
Ep. 1: The First American Action Hero (George Washington)
April 04, 2017 18:30 - 46 minutes - 32 MBWe all know that George Washington was our first president, that he “could not tell a lie,” and that he supposedly had wooden teeth (he didn’t). However, to us, he seems to be a distant...
George Washington: The First American Action Hero
April 04, 2017 18:30 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBHe might look like an old man on the one-dollar bill, but George Washington was once a bona fide action hero. This episode explores our first president’s legendary exploits during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
1. The First American Action Hero (George Washington)
April 04, 2017 18:30 - 49 minutesHe might look like an old man on the one-dollar bill, but George Washington was once a bona fide action hero. This episode explores our first president’s legendary exploits during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. Become a Patron at patreon.com/thisamericanpresident for exclusive content and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1. The First American Action Hero | George Washington
April 04, 2017 18:30 - 51 minutesHe might look like an old man on the one-dollar bill, but George Washington was once a bona fide action hero. This episode explores our first president’s legendary exploits during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. ⭐Get this episode ad-free at bit.ly/TAPpremium⭐ Links Facebook: facebook.com/ThisAmerPres Instagram: instagram.com/thisamericanpresident Twitter: twitter.com/ThisAmerPres Home: thisamericanpresident.com Credits Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Ni...
The First American Action Hero | George Washington
April 04, 2017 18:30 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBHe might look like an old man on the one-dollar bill, but George Washington was once a bona fide action hero. This episode explores our first president’s legendary exploits during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremium FOLLOW US www.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresident CREDITS Host: Richard Lim Producer: Michael Neal Artist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.com
1: The First American Action Hero (George Washington)
April 04, 2017 18:30 - 47 minutesGeorge Washington was the first U.S. president, but he seems to be a distant figure akin to Pharaohs and ancient kings; more monument than man. Is this the real George Washington? You might be surprised to find out that his contemporaries saw him very differently… They knew him as a warrior of the highest order. This episode takes a closer look at the real George Washington; you may be surprised to find that he consistently plunged himself headlong into battle, making him the first American a...