The leaders you thought you knew.
This American President is a history podcast that delves into the lives and legacies of the men who have occupied the White House. Each episode immerses you in an era of history by examining the life of a U.S. President. Hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal.
All Episodes
Apollo 11 Splashdown with Navy Frogman John Wolfram
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When John Wolfram joined the US Navy in 1967, he didn’t imagine he would become the first frogman in the water to rescue the Apollo 11 astronauts after the moon landing. John tells us about the Apollo 11 rescue, serving in Vietnam, and his incredible life.
The Great American Conqueror Part I (James K. Polk)
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In this episode we continue the theme of expansion in early America, telling the story of the Mexican-American War and the president who, though largely forgotten and little understood, remains a giant in the annals of American history.v
The Art of the Steal (Thomas Jefferson)
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Today, we wonder if the republic will survive the problems we have today—terrorism, racial divisions, massive debt, crumbling infrastructure, failing schools, the list goes on. We worry that this could be it… that the path we are on now could lead to the ultimate demise of the country.
Perspectives: Bob Knudsen on Photographing the President
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Bob Knudsen has taken thousands of photographs over the years of many prominent people. And his father, Robert Knudsen, was one of the first official White House photographers, serving six presidents and capturing many iconic moments. We will explore his and his father’s stories on this episode of This American President.
The Inscrutable Man Part II (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
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In 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 will explore the answers to some big questions surrounding the previous episode.
The Inscrutable Man Part I (Franklin D. Roosevelt)
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If 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.
