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The Smerconish PodcastInside Quantico: Should We Fear Trump & Hegseth's Big Meeting?Michael unpacks today’s Smerconish.com poll question: "Is there anything inherently wrong with the Department of War summoning senior military leaders to Quantico?" He explains why his answer is “no,” explores the concerns behind such a high-level gathering, and reflects on recent poll results about political violence and rhetoric. Plus, a preview of today’s Mingle Project episode with Dr. Brian Rosenwald on the history of talk radio. Listen here, then vote! And please rate, review, and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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2025-09-3012 min
To The Contrary with Charlie SykesBrian Rosenwald: One Month of Trump 2.0Charlie Sykes and political historian Brian Rosenwald from the University of Pennsylvania take a look back at the first month of the second Trump administration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-181h 05
In Lieu of Fun: #DogShirtTVTalk Radio: A Political HistoryWherein Ben and Alicia Wanless welcome Brian Rosenwald, an American political historian, to tell us about the history of talk radio and the Republican Party.Find Brian's book here: https://www.brianrosenwald.com/book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1356 min
City Cast PhillyKiss His Butt or Call Him a Punk? Local Dems' Trump DilemmaWe are less than a month into the second Donald Trump presidential term, but it’s been impactful and chaotic. So how are local Democrats – Senator John Fetterman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, and Governor Josh Shapiro – handling Trump 2.0? Because while Republicans completely control the federal government, in Philly the Democrats are completely in charge. So Trenae Nuri asks political scientist, Brian Rosenwald, to look at the different ways that Fetterman, Parker, and Shapiro are dealing with Trump.Want some more Philly news? Sign up for our daily newsletter, Hey PhillyWe’re also on Instagram: @citycastphillyHav...
2025-02-0522 min
Reader's Corner"Talk Radio's America" by Brian RosenwaldAn interview with Brian Rosenwald, author of the book, Talk Radio's America. The book takes a close look at the infotainment format pioneered by Rush Limbaugh on AM radio, and the effect it had on the Republican party.
2025-01-0439 min
On the MediaHow Conservative Talk Radio Came to Dominate the AirwavesHow did the right get their vice grip of the airwaves, all the while arguing that they were being censored? On this week’s On the Media, a look at the early history of American radio, and why, in the post-war era, the U.S. government encouraged more diverse viewpoints on the airwaves — until it didn’t. Plus, the technological and legal changes that led to the popularity of conservative talk radio hosts like Rush Limbaugh. [00:10] Reporter Katie Thornton explains how radio programming shifted from the 1930s to the 1960s, and how the FCC attempted to prevent propaga...
2024-11-2950 minCity Cast PhillyMaking Sense of Trump's Success in Philly & BeyondDonald Trump is now president-elect. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Brian Rosenwald, political and media historian at the University of Pennsylvania, who writes about politics on Substack at The World According to Brian. They discuss how Trump did far better than previous Republican candidates in overwhelmingly Democratic Philly, and what his victory means for American democracy. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly.We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.Have a question or just want to share some thoughts wit...
2024-11-0730 min
The GistThe Pennsylvania PollstersBrian Rosenwald, political and media historian at the University of Pennsylvania and possessor of Pennsylvania knowledge, talks all the key races in the Keystone State. Plus, Kamala Harris is playing tape of Trump at her rallies. Also on the show, Elon Musk's rocket launches have been thwarted by Musk-averse members of the California Coastal Commission and, to a lesser extent, the snowy plover. Produced by Joel Patterson and Corey Wara Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, visit: https://advertisecast.com/TheGist Subscribe to The...
2024-10-1534 min
Frank Morano Interviews & MoreDr. Brian Rosenwald | 10-09-24Dr. Brian Rosenwald, Political & Media Historian and the Author of “Talk Radio's America”Topics: Presidential race; baseball playoffs; radio’s role in managing hurricaneWebsite: http://www.brianrosenwald.com/Social Media: https://twitter.com/brianros1 https://www.facebook.com/people/Brian-Rosenwald/100009029039399 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-0923 min
Perseverantia: Fitchburg State University Podcast NetworkMAKING HISTORY TODAY: Media and U.S. Politics - Brian Rosenwald on Talk Radio's AmericaMaking History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes.The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Katherine Jewell's graduate course in Fitchburg State's online Master's program in History in summer 2023 on Media and U.S. Politics.In this episode, students engage with Dr. Brian Rosenwald, a historian of the modern United States and media and politics...
2024-04-1226 min
D.C. DebriefEpisode 38: McConnell Steps Aside, A Busy Week for SCOTUS, and a Shutdown AvertedOn Episode 38 of the D.C, Debrief, host John Stolnis discusses the resignation of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell from his leadership post this fall and his legacy with University of Pennsylvania Historian Brian Rosenwald, as well as who might take his place. Also this week on the Debrief: Government shutdown temporarily avoided... again Biden & Trump dueling stops at the border A very busy week for the Supreme Court Senate blocks an IVF law Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies about his sick absence before a House committee The Senate holds a hearing on Iran's proxy war in the Middle East...
2024-03-0148 min
Navigating Trump 2.0Episode 38: McConnell Steps Aside, A Busy Week for SCOTUS, and a Shutdown AvertedOn Episode 38 of the D.C, Debrief, host John Stolnis discusses the resignation of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell from his leadership post this fall and his legacy with University of Pennsylvania Historian Brian Rosenwald, as well as who might take his place. Also this week on the Debrief:
Government shutdown temporarily avoided... again
Biden & Trump dueling stops at the border
A very busy week for the Supreme Court
Senate blocks an IVF law
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies about his sick absence before a House committee
The Senate holds a hearing on Iran's proxy war in the...
2024-03-0148 min
The BreakdownMarch 4, 2021 ｜ Guests: David Rothkopf and Brain RosenwaldThe Breakdown is live w/ David Rothkopf and Brain RosenwaldWhy does disinformation run rampant in right-wing media? Political & media historian Brian Rosenwald, Ph.D joins The Breakdown live with Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson tonight to discuss. Plus, hear from national security expert and prolific political journalist David Rothkopf on the future of American democracy.Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Rothkopf Group: trgmedia.comDeep State Radio Network: thedsrnetwork.com Davi...
2023-12-201h 20
On the MediaHow Right Wing Media Created The House Speaker FiascoIt's been over 20 days since the United States has had a Speaker of the House. Republican Kevin McCarthy was ousted by the right flank of his party earlier this month, and the tumultuous race for a new Speaker has revealed deep divisions in the Republican party. On Tuesday morning, House Republicans selected Tom Emmer, the majority whip from Minnesota, as their next man up. He's the third nominee the GOP has offered up in the past three weeks, after Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan each failed to secure enough Republican votes to win on the House floor. And with confli...
2023-10-2523 min
Inside the HiveSpeaker Flop Sweat: Right Wing Media Inflames GOPHost Brian Stelter breaks down the GOP dysfunction in Congress with Vanity Fair national political reporter Abigail Tracy, who has been covering the speaker fracas from the Capitol, and Brian Rosenwald, the author of “Talk Radio’s America.” They discuss Jim Jordan’s rise from fringe firebrand to the party’s pick, and the toxic synergy between House hardliners and right-wing media.Share your thoughts via our Listener Survey here: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/222b/75187?pin=1&uBRANDLINK=5&uCHANNELLINK=2
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2023-10-1935 min
The Gray Area with Sean IllingToday's Republicans were made in the 1990sSean Illing talks with Nicole Hemmer, history professor and author of the new book Partisans. In it, she gives a reinterpretation of the Reagan presidency and what followed, and shows how the conservative political movement entangled with media figures and became what it is in the 1990s. They discuss the doomed but influential presidential campaigns of Pat Buchanan, the rise to dominance of conservative talk radio, and the enduring dangers of political violence.Host: Sean Illing (@seanilling), host, The Gray AreaGuest: Nicole Hemmer (@pastpunditry), author; professor, Vanderbilt UniversityReferences:
2022-11-071h 04
The Road to NowPrimary Problems w/ Brian RosenwaldBrian Rosenwald joins Bob and Ben to talk about the state of American political media, its impact on the divide between Democrats & Republicans, and how the party primary election process in most states exacerbates the problem. Brian also discusses his book Talk Radio's America: How an Industry Took over a Political Party that Took Over the United States, (Harvard University Press, 2019) and how his conclusions are holding up three years after publication. Dr. Brian Rosenwald is scholar in Residence at the Partnership for Effective Public Media Administration and Leadership Ethics at the University of Pennsylvania and senior...
2022-05-191h 23
The Fallon ForumFeb 21: The rise of independent mediaOn this week's Fallon Forum, Ed Fallon discusses:
(01:58) The rise of independent media, with Genevieve Trainor;
(18:27) Is commercial radio a lost cause?, with Brian Rosenwald;
(35:15) Big media ignores climate wake-up call, with John Davis;
(53:29) Starting heirloom seeds, with Kathy Byrnes.
2022-02-211h 01
Book Club with Michael SmerconishBrian Rosenwald: "Talk Radio's America"Michael talks with UPenn's Dr. Brian Rosenwald, author of "Talk Radio’s America: How an Industry Took Over a Political Party That Took Over the United States." Original air date 13 August 2019. The book was published on 13 August 2019. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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2022-01-1044 min
Reliable SourcesBrian Rosenwald discusses right-wing talk radio, this week's elections, and conservative media as 'a soap opera for men'Brian Rosenwald, the author of "Talk Radio's America," analyzes the influence of right-wing media echo chambers on the off-year elections and talks more broadly about the impact of media on voting patterns. Rosenwald also discusses some of the factors that make right-wing radio popular: hosts frame the world into good guys and villains, creating narratives that are like "pro-wrestling, a soap opera for men." He also argues there is no equivalent media ecosystem for a liberal audience.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about yo...
2021-11-0551 minThe Fallon ForumNov 1: How an industry took over a political party that took over AmericaOn this week's Fallon Forum, Ed Fallon discusses:
(02:00) Climate Update: All eyes on Glasgow;
(14:20) “Talk Radio’s America,” with author Brian Rosenwald;
(32:33) A police officer’s take on the Drug War, with Rick Stewart;
(43:15) Can a third party ever be viable?, with Rick Stewart;
(54:13) Why baby carrots never grow up, with Kathy Byrnes.
2021-11-011h 03
The Open Mind, Hosted by Alexander HeffnerThe Entertainment to Autocracy PipelineHistorian Brian Rosenwald discusses Rush Limbaugh's legacy and the future of bigotry and disinformation in media.
2021-03-0428 min
PM Tampa Bay with Ryan GormanThe Life & Legacy of Rush LimbaughRyan talks to Political and Media Historian Dr. Brian Rosenwald, who's also the author of "Talk Radio’s America," about the life and legacy of Rush Limbaugh.
2021-02-1816 min
Political GabfestThe Impeachment Trial AgainDavid, Emily and John discuss Trump’s impeachment trial; lawsuits about election lies; and the execution of a possibly innocent man.Here are some notes and references from this week’s show:Talk Radio’s America: How an Industry Took Over a Political Party That Took Over the United States by Brian Rosenwald “New US Capitol Riot Video Shows Mob Rifling Through Senators' Desks” The TelegraphEmily Bazelon for the New York Times: “Did Tennessee Execute an Innocent Man?”Slate Cult...
2021-02-111h 02
The Craig Silverman ShowEpisode 27 - Dangerous TalkDangerous talk. Donald Trump gave a dangerous talk on the Ellipse outside our White House on January 6, 2021. It sounded like a final command signaling the start of the violent part of Trump's Insurrection. Trump learned a lot of his speaking style, tactics, and rough manners from Rush Limbaugh and other talk show hosts.
Author/historian Dr. Brian Rosenwald studied the history of talk radio for his magnificent book, Talk Radio’s America: How an Industry Took Over a Political Party That Took Over the United States. Brian wrote the story Craig lived through, broadcasting from the...
2021-01-162h 02Political GabfestIt's Not a Lie, It's a TweetEmily, John and David discuss the Trump vs. Twitter battle, the realities of this partisan pandemic, and U.S.-China relations with guest Sheena Chestnut Greitens.Here are this week’s cocktail chatters:John: Lori Dorn for Laughing Squid: “A Timeline of the Most Popular TV Shows (1951-2019)”Emily: Willa Paskin for Slate: “Mrs. America’s Showrunner on the Show’s Lessons and Its Detractors”David: NASA Office of the Inspector General: “Examining the Future of the International Space Station”Listener (Producer) chatter from Jocelyn Frank: “Building the Perfect Squirrel Proof Bird F...
2020-05-291h 17
National Journal RadioEpisode 65: Biden's BackWashington Post Made by History editor in chief Brian Rosenwald joins the podcast to recap Super Tuesday results, giving a historical perspective on young voters, conservative talk radio, and political gridlock.
2020-03-0657 min
Against the GrainEpisode 65: Biden's BackWashington Post Made by History editor in chief Brian Rosenwald joins the podcast to recap Super Tuesday results, giving a historical perspective on young voters, conservative talk radio, and political gridlock.
2020-03-0657 min
"Be Bold America!""Talk Radio’s America" with Brian Rosenwald, Ph.D.Produced at KSQD 90.7FM
“The rise of conservative talk radio has changed American politics and American life, and Brian Rosenwald tells a careful and comprehensive story of its rise and its mushrooming influence. From Rush Limbaugh’s humble beginnings to the election of Donald Trump, Talk Radio’s America shows through careful research and subtle argument how talk radio moved well beyond entertainment and grievance to change the role and make up of mainstream media, the kinds of stories Americans consume in the pliable nature of truth. A superb guide to one of the most potent forces in mod...
2020-02-1759 min
Be Bold, America!Talk Radio’s AmericaTalk Radio’s America “Be Bold America!” Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 5:00pm “The rise of conservative talk radio has changed American politics and American life, and Brian Rosenwald tells a careful and comprehensive story of its rise and its mushrooming influence. From Rush Limbaugh’s humble beginnings to the election of Donald Trump, Talk Radio’s America […]
2020-02-1600 min
Innovation HubThe Power of Conservative Talk RadioWhen Rush Limbaugh’s conservative talk show hit Sacramento in the 1980s, no one could have guessed the power that he - and other right-leaning radio hosts - would eventually wield. Limbaugh’s show was part of an attempt to reinvigorate AM radio, which had been rapidly losing audience to FM, and he quickly gained a die-hard audience. Over the ensuing decades, as conservative talk radio grew in power and popularity, it dramatically reshaped the Republican party. And it may well have played a key role in President Trump’s ascent to the White House.
Brian Rosenwald is a s...
2019-12-1349 min
Step Back Into Audiobooks — A Fresh Bundle For Every Day.Talk Radio’s America (Audiobook: Brian Rosenwald)Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/84068 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Talk Radio’s America
Author: Brian Rosenwald
Narrator: Christopher Grove
Format: mp3
Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins
Release date: 11-26-19
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 36 ratings
Genres: Radio
Publisher's Summary:
Radio hosts form a deep bond with their audience, which gives them enormous political power. Unlike elected representatives, however, they must entertain their audience or watch their ratings fall. Talk radio boosted the Republican agenda in the 1990s, but two decades later, escalation in the battle for the airwaves pushed ho...
2019-11-2612h 10
Building TomorrowTalking Talk Radio (with Brian Rosenwald)How did Limbaugh change the radio business? How did the conservative opinion media come to be? Who were the left-wing talk radio hosts while Rush Limbaugh was gaining more and more listeners? Is NPR political advocacy media? What is media bias? Who is Howard Stern and what is “guy talk”? Why are liberal podcasts succeeding in the Trump era?Conservative talk radio has become an assumed presence in American media and politics, but in this manifestation it is only about three decades old. Historian Brian Rosenwald joins the show to discuss his latest book, Talk Radi...
2019-10-0337 min
The Long GameSean Hannity and Rush Limbaugh Are The Establishment, says Brian RosenwaldBrian Rosenwald is author of "Talk Radio's America: How an industry took over a political party that took over the United States." Rosenwald is co-editor of "Made by History" a daily "Washington Post" history section, and a historical consultant for the Slate podcast "Whistelstop." And he is scholar in Residence at the Partnership for Effective Public Administration and Leadership at the University of Pennsylvania. In his book, Rosenwald traces the rise of talk radio at a time when AM radio was dying, and demonstrates that commercial and financial success was the driver behind it. And he...
2019-09-101h 04
The Long GameSean Hannity and Rush Limbaugh Are The Establishment, says Brian RosenwaldBrian Rosenwald is author of "Talk Radio’s America: How an industry took over a political party that took over the United States.” Rosenwald is co-editor of “Made by History” a daily “Washington Post” history section, and a historical consultant for the Slate podcast “Whistelstop.” And he is scholar in Residence at the Partnership for Effective Public Administration and Leadership at the University of Pennsylvania.In his book, Rosenwald traces the rise of talk radio at a time when AM radio was dying, and demonstrates that commercial and financial success was the driver behind it. And he docum...
2019-09-1036 min
The Road to NowHow Talk Radio Took Over the Republican Party w/ Brian RosenwaldBrian Rosenwald joins Ben and Bob to discuss his new book Talk Radio's America: How an Industry Took Over A Party That Took Over the United States, which traces the emergence of talk radio as a major powerhouse in shaping the Republican Party. Brian explains how conservative talk radio and hosts such as Rush Limbaugh came to have tremendous influence over the GOP's policy agenda, ultimately laying the groundwork for Donald Trump's victory in the 2016 Republican Primary. Brian also discusses how his conclusions have changed since his first appearance on RTN in November 2016. Dr. Brian Rosenwald is...
2019-09-091h 09
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Presidency as a Consumer Experience (Part 2) | The 21st CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to October 19, 2016 as Florida Republican Senator Marco Rubio, the defeated GOP aspirant for the presidency, is asking his party not to play by the modern rules of politics.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate...
2019-08-2904 min
justinrobertyoungConservative Talk Radio Is Here To Stay - Px3 InterviewBrian Rosenwald (Talk Radio's America) tells us all about the history of talk radio and the rise of Rush Limbaugh, why liberal talk radio didn't catch on and what happens now in the age of podcasts and social media.
2019-08-2738 min
The Leslie Marshall Show'Talk Radio's America: How An Industry Took Over a Political Party that Took Over the White House'Leslie is joined by Brian Rosenwald, a University of Pennsylvania historian and founding editor of the Washington Post’s “Made by History” section.The two discuss Brian's new book, 'Talk Radio’s America.' (Harvard University Press, 2019) The book chronicles the rise of conservative talk radio over three decades, puncturing misconceptions about this powerful new media colossus and exploring just what makes it tick. The book reveals that talk radio not only transformed the Republican Party, pulling it hard to the right and turning compromise into a dirty word, but also reshaped the media landscape itself. In the proc...
2019-08-2019 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Presidency as a Consumer Experience (Part 1) | The 21st CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to October 12, 2012 when Democratic candidate Barack Obama was declared the loser at the first Presidential debate against Mitt Romney and Twitter won.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access whereve...
2019-06-0627 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaAvoiding A Great Re-Recession | The 21st CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to March 12, 2008 as President George W. Bush goes over the text of his speech to address the financial crisis in the housing market and Treasury Secretary Paulson makes a warning that becomes an unfortunately accurate prediction.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show pa...
2019-05-2303 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Making of the American Presidency (Part 4) | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to December 23, 1783 when the commander in chief of the Continental Army sat before the president of the Confederation Congress and prepared to step away from the job. Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistl...
2019-03-2702 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Making of the American Presidency (Part 3) | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to March 4, 2019 when Senator Rand Paul quoted from Montesquieu on Twitter: “When the legislative and executive powers are united in the same person or in the same body of magistrates, there can be no liberty.” A statement that helped guide the founders towards a valuable separation of power.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favo...
2019-03-1303 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Making of the American Presidency (Part 2) | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to June 1st, 1787 when America’s founders faced a challenge: the nation couldn’t depend on the good will of the states to keep itself unified but there wasn’t a mandate for new rules to be made either.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistl...
2019-02-2702 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Making of the American Presidency (Part 1) | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop travels to the spring of 1787 when fifty-five men of property and elite status argued in Philadelphia at the Constitutional Convention for what President John Adams called "the greatest single effort of national deliberation that the world has ever seen,” and soon the American Presidency was born.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You...
2019-02-1424 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaA ’90s-Style Government Shutdown (Part 2) | The Clinton EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels to November 7, 1995, when a long and uncomfortable plane ride helped fire up Speaker Gingrich to deliver a dramatic set of budget demands that President Bill Clinton did not expect.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slat...
2019-01-3002 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaA ‘90’s Style Government Shutdown (Part 1) | The Clinton EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels to April 1995 as President Bill Clinton and Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich battle to define American democracy.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.
2019-01-1730 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaIf a Wall Falls | The 20th CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to November 9, 1989, when East and West Berliners took sledgehammers to the Berlin Wall and President H.W. George Bush refrained from making grandiose statements about American-style Democracy.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com...
2018-12-1201 min
Slate Magazine Daily PodcastWhistlestop: Tip and the Gip Part 2, Social SecurityThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to December 16, 1981 when President Ronald Reagan signs Executive Order 12335, creating the National Commission on Social Security Reform.
Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.
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Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald and Elizabeth Hinson
2018-11-2948 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaTip and the Gip Part 2, Social Security | The Reagan EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to December 16, 1981 when President Ronald Reagan signs Executive Order 12335, creating the National Commission on Social Security Reform.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.
2018-11-2802 minSlate Magazine Daily PodcastWhistlestop: Tip and the Gip Part 1This episode of Whistlestop visits 1981 when Republican President Ronald Reagan, after surviving an assassination attempt, received a warm visit from the Democratic Speaker of the House Tip O’Neill.
Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.
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Email: whistlestop@slate.com.
Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald and Elizabeth Hinson
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2018-11-1548 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaTip and the Gip Part 1 | The Reagan EraThis episode of Whistlestop visits 1981 when Republican President Ronald Reagan, after surviving an assassination attempt, received a warm visit from the Democratic Speaker of the House Tip O’Neill.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access...
2018-11-1446 minSlate Magazine Daily PodcastWhistlestop: Doing the Midterm ShuffleThis episode of Whistlestop visits 1982, 1986, 1994, 2006 and 2010 when former sitting U.S. Presidents all scrambled to respond to displeasing midterm election results.
Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.
Love Slate podcasts? Listen longer with Slate Plus! Members get bonus segments, ad-free versions, exclusive podcasts and more. Start your two-week free trial at slate.com/podcastplus.
Email: whistlestop@slate.com.
Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald and Elizabeth Hinson
2018-11-0144 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaDoing the Midterm Shuffle | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop visits 1982, 1986, 1994, 2006 and 2010 when former sitting U.S. Presidents all scrambled to respond to displeasing midterm election results.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Pod...
2018-10-3101 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaTaking Aim at the New Guy | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to October 18, 1938 when former President Hoover picked on the new President with gusto. Many U.S. Presidents to follow were also publicly critical of the new one in office.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, vis...
2018-10-0303 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Nomination of Judge Bork (Part 2) | The Reagan EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to September 15, 1987 and into the Senate Caucus Room where Associate Justice Designee Robert Bork begins his five days of testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to ge...
2018-09-0601 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Bidding of Biden to Boo Bork | The Reagan EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to June 26, 1987, when President Reagan learned that the swing vote Justice on the Supreme Court, Justice Lewis Powell, was going to step down and so a judicial nomination would be due.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spo...
2018-08-2238 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaKennedy and Communism (Part 2) | The Kennedy EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to June 1961 when President John F. Kennedy sits down with Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev in Vienna.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen....
2018-07-1203 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaKennedy and Communism (Part 1 of 3) | The Kennedy EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to June 3, 1961 as President John F. Kennedy prepared to hobble on stage for his first high-stakes summit with a soviet leader.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you l...
2018-06-2730 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaNixon Goes to China (Part 3 of 3) | The Nixon EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to February 1972, when President Nixon abandoned a much-needed shower in order to rush off and meet Chairman Mao for the first time.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access where...
2018-06-1402 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaNixon Goes to China (Part 2 of 3) | The Nixon EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to July 10, 1971 when Henry Kissinger is reported to have had a terrible stomach ache while abroad but was really working covertly to promote President Nixon's international agenda.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com...
2018-05-3004 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaNixon Goes to China (Part 1) | The Nixon EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to February 21, 1972 when President Nixon, a staunch anti-communist, begins the thawing of relations with China with a personal visit to the country.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access where...
2018-05-2331 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaRoosevelt v. The Gorgon | The Oval OfficeThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to Feb 22, 1902, as Theodore Roosevelt prepares to receive the unhappy company of angry executives hoping to strong-arm the White House into ignoring their monopolies.Show Notes: The elitist men’s club, the Corsair Club, was reviewed by The New York TImes in 1913.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by Political Gabfest host John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other fav...
2018-05-0201 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Lighthearted Leanings of Leadership | The 21st CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to April 30, 2011 when President Obama stepped up to the podium at the White House Correspondents' Dinner to deliver a dig and dig for a laugh.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show pa...
2018-04-1901 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaFour Score and Seven Years of Presidential Golfing | The PresidencyThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to April 13, 1953 when Washington DC’s baseball team, the Senators, hoped the nation’s new President would deliver the first pitch of the season. Instead, President Dwight D. Eisenhower was on the links of Augusta, enjoying the sport he loved best of all.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-fre...
2018-04-0402 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaGriever-in-Chief and Guardian of Common Ground | The Clinton EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to April 19, 1995 when the Oklahoma City Bombing shocked the nation and the President stepped up to offer emotional and political guidance.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and ...
2018-03-0702 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaRetiring for Peace | The '60sWhen President Johnson delivered his State of the Union speech on January 17, 1968 he surprised those closest to him when he didn’t step down.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit s...
2018-02-2102 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaCarter Withdraws From U.S. Olympics | The 20th CenturyAmerica boycotted the Moscow Summer Olympics in 1980 in response to the Russian occupation of Afghanistan. Here on the eve of the next winter Olympiad we’ll have the story of that decision by President Jimmy Carter.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe dire...
2018-02-0802 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe 25th Amendment | The 19th CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to April 4, 1841, the death of president William Henry Harrison, and a flaw in the Constitution that needed fixing.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or maybe forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate...
2018-01-2402 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaSpecial Re-Broadcast of The Entanglements of the Mega Rich: Vice President Nelson Aldrich RockefellerHost John Dickerson visits January 11, 2017 and also the campaign of Gerald R. Ford and Nelson Rockefeller. With it came along concerns of economic entanglements that a rich family might not be able to untangle.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment revisits memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on App...
2017-12-2729 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Air Traffic Take Down | The Reagan EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to August 3, 1981 when 12,000 air traffic controllers walked off their jobs.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival. Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you lis...
2017-12-1302 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Partial Truths of the Presidency | The PresidencyPresidents FDR, Bush, Obama and others delivered partial truths to the American people. Were they good leaders?Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival. Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access whereve...
2017-11-2902 minWhistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaHarry S. Truman's Battles with the Bosses (An Encore Presentation)Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Em...
2017-11-1544 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaFDR's Purge | The Oval OfficeThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to June 24, 1938, to a fireside chat with President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, as he prepared to attempt to purge the congressional leadership in order to push forward the executive office’s agenda.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop sh...
2017-11-0102 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaAt the Heart of the President's Heart | The PresidencyWhistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlestop@slate.com Hosted on Ac...
2017-10-1833 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaResponder in Chief | The '60sWhistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlestop@slate.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
2017-10-0502 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaA High Point in Bipartisan Deal-Making | The 20th CenturyWhistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlestop@slate.com Hosted on Ac...
2017-09-2002 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaRiding the Oratory Train | The Oval OfficeThis episode of Whistlestop revisits September 25, 1919 and the collapse of grand speeches for peace delivered by President Wilson.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and e...
2017-08-1042 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaLoyalty Tests and The Bridge of Death | The Oval OfficeThis episode of Whistlestop revisits July 1979 when President Carter prepared to cut a number of his cabinet members free and start afresh. Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.P...
2017-07-2602 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaForeign Collusion and the Dragon Lady | The Nixon EraWhistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by John Dickerson, each installment revisits a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's past.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlestop@slate.com Hosted on Ac...
2017-07-1336 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaLady Lincoln and the Leak | The 19th CenturyThis episode of Whistlestop revisits an era of mischievous accounting by first lady Mary Todd Lincoln and the work of a leaker who helped distract the press.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com...
2017-06-2902 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaA Powerful Pardon | The Nixon EraThis episode of Whistlestop revisits Sunday September 8, 1974 when President Ford announced his pardon of Richard Nixon.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen....
2017-06-1402 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaOliver North Master Crafter of the Political Lie | The Reagan EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to October 5, 1986 when an American plane went down as it was carrying arms to "Contra" guerrillas fighting the communist regime in Nicaragua and the lies about the Iran Contra affair flared up.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the...
2017-06-0103 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaRecording from the Oval | The Nixon EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels back to February 1971 when President Nixon asks his Chief of Staff if they can record conversations in the Oval Office for posterity.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com...
2017-05-1702 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaA Recipe for a Presidential Speech | The Kennedy EraThis episode of Whistlestop travels to June 11, 1962 when President Kennedy receives an honorary degree from Yale University and delivers the commencement address.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access where...
2017-04-1902 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Fire of Agnew | The Nixon EraThis episode of Whistlestop revisits October 15, 1969 and the divisive words of then Vice President Spiro Agnew.Whistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen....
2017-04-0549 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Bricker Amendment and Stories of Migratory Birds | The Oval OfficeWhistlestop is Slate's podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlestop@slate.com
2017-03-2202 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe 104-Year-Old Mistake | The Oval OfficeWhistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America’s presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlest...
2017-03-0804 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaSteely Executive Orders from Presidents Truman and Trump | The Oval OfficeThis Whistlestop visits April 24, 1952 when President Truman's executive powers are challenged by the courts.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America’s presidential carnival.Podc...
2017-02-2202 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaWhen a Supreme Court Justice Leaves a Seat Earlier than Expected, June 13, 1968 | The Oval OfficeWhistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit memorable (or even forgotten) moments from America’s presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email: whistlest...
2017-02-0703 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Entanglements of the Mega Rich: Vice President Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller | The Oval OfficeHost John Dickerson visits January 11, 2017 and also the campaign of Gerald R. Ford and Nelson Rockefeller. With it came along concerns of economic entanglements that a rich family might not be able to untangle.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential history. Hosted by political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelis...
2017-01-2528 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Inauguration of the People's President | The Oval OfficeWhistlestop takes a journey to 1829 and the inauguration of President Andrew Jackson, the people's President.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about political history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's Presidential carnival.
2017-01-1102 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaHarry S. Truman's Battles with the Bosses | The Oval OfficeHost John Dickerson visits May 24, 1946 and President Harry S. Truman's challenges to labor bosses and his action-hero-style presidency.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access...
2016-12-1444 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Presidential Greatness Edition | The Oval OfficeWhistlestop is Slate’s podcast about political history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's Presidential carnival.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production and edit by Jocelyn Frank. Research by Brian Rosenwald.Email...
2016-11-3014 minThe Road to NowThe History of Conservative Talk Radio w/ Brian RosenwaldThe 2016 election is over and many Americans are trying to understand how Donald Trump was able to defeat the political establishment and reveal major flaws in the ways experts assess public opinion. To help us understand this election, Bob and Ben speak with Dr. Brian Rosenwald about his research on the history of conservative talk radio. Brian traces the rise of Rush Limbaugh and other conservative radio hosts in the 1980s, and the ways they have both reflected and shaped their listeners' views. He also explains why there is truth to claims of liberal bias in the mainstream media...
2016-11-211h 01
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaOctober Surprise, the 1964 Edition | The '60sWith this Whistlestop John Dickerson revisits October 7, 1964 and the October surprise of the Johnson-Goldwater Presidential race.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadren...
2016-11-0202 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaDebategate | The Reagan EraWhistlestop host John Dickerson revisits October 28, 1980 and the lies, blame and competitive advantage that were swirling around during the Carter-Reagan Debategate scandal.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forg...
2016-10-1902 min
Whistlestop: Presidential History and TriviaThe Candor of Betty Ford | The 20th CenturyWith this Whistlestop John Dickerson revisits August 10, 1975 and the candor of Betty Ford.Join Slate Plus for full, ad-free access to Whistlestop and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Whistlestop show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whistlestopplus to get access wherever you listen.Whistlestop is Slate’s podcast about presidential campaign history. Hosted by our political correspondent and Political Gabfest panelist John Dickerson, each installment will revisit a memorable (or even a forgotten) moment from America's quadrennial carnival.
2016-10-0537 min