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My History Can Beat Up Your Politics

Since 2006, this podcast has been using history to elevate today's political debates.  "The perfect antidote to bloviating talking heads, My History is thoughtful, nuanced, and highly engaging." -Columbia Journalism Review

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KENT STATE 1970: AFTER THE SHOOTINGS

Apr 28, 2025
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SO THESE FIVE GUYS WALK INTO A HOTEL: THE PLAZA ACCORD

Apr 25, 2025
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Lexington and Concord: What You May Not Know

Apr 21, 2025
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Listen Now — Fiasco: Iran-Contra

Apr 14, 2025
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LINCOLN'S LAND IN IOWA - Now on Patreon

Apr 11, 2025
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GROVER CLEVELANDS THREE WARNINGS ABOUT TARIFFS

Apr 10, 2025
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SMOOT: THE MAN BEHIND THE SMOOT-HAWLEY TARIFF

Apr 3, 2025
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NOW ON THE PATREON: CHESTER ARTHUR, PART THREE - "I WILL ACCEPT!"

Mar 25, 2025
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FEDERAL JUDGES AND PRESIDENTS

Mar 25, 2025
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CANNABIS AND SAMUEL J. TILDEN

Mar 18, 2025