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Imperfect Men57: John HansonOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss the long-lost fourth Hanson brother, John Hanson. No idea if he can carry a tune or not.Podcast to recommend: Not Quite PresidentsSources· Kremer, J. Bruce. John Hanson of Mulberry Grove. New York City, NY: A&C Boni, 1938.· Levering, Ralph B. “John Hanson, Public Servant.” Maryland Historical Magazine 71 (Summer 1976), p. 113-33.· Nelson, Jacob A. John Hanson and the Inseparable Union. Boston, MA: Meador, 1939.· See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-0620 min
Imperfect Men56: John Hancock IIIThis week, Cody and Steve dive into the biggest name on the Declaration (literally) and see if John Hancock lives up to the hype.Podcast to recommend: Our Fake History (Our Fake History – Historical Myths Relished and Ruined!)Sources· Adams, James Truslow. “Portrait of an Empty Barrel.” Harpers Magazine 161 (p. 425-34), September 1930.· Barbier, Brooke. King Hancock: The Radical Influence of a Moderate Founding Father. Cambridge, MA: Harvard U. Press, 2023.· Fowler, William M. Jr. The Baron of Beacon Hill: A Biography of John Hancock. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin, 1980.· Unger, Harlow Giles...2025-04-2243 min
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Kevin Fowler – Cheaper To Keep HerJoey Green & Payton Howie – Hold You To ItCody Johnson – Til You Can’tTurnpike Troubadours – A Tornado WarningSandee June - HurricaneJosh Abbott Band – A Little More YouBernie Nelson – I Can’t Afford To DieParker McCollum – What Kind Of ManAaron Watson – In Harm’s WayGary P. Nunn – I Wasn’t Born In TexasCharlie Robison – My HometownJesse Raub Jr. – What I Came To DoCorry Morrow – Sing With MeDanni Leigh – My Mixed Up Mess Of A He...2025-04-123h 22
Imperfect Men55.2: Alexander Hamilton, Part the SecondOn this episode, Cody and Steve continue their discussion about the Dick Grayson to George Washington's Bruce Wayne, Alexander Hamilton.Podcast to recommend: Lost Ballparks (Lost Ballparks Podcast)Sources· Brookheiser, Richard. Alexander Hamilton: American. New York City, NY: The Free Press, 1999.· Chernow, Ron. Alexander Hamilton. New York City, NY: Penguin, 2005.· Freeman, Joanne B. The Essenial Hamilton: Letters and Other Writings. New York City, NY: Library of America, 2017.· Hendrickson, Robert. Hamilton I (1757-89). New York City, NY: Mason Charter, 1976.· Randall, Willard Sterne. Alexander Hamilton: A Life. New York City, NY: Harper Collins, 20...2025-04-081h 06
Imperfect Men55.1: Alexander Hamilton, Part the FirstOn this episode, Cody and Steve tackle another giant in the American pantheon, the man who had a million things to do, Alexander Hamilton.Sources· Brookheiser, Richard. Alexander Hamilton: American. New York City, NY: The Free Press, 1999.· Chernow, Ron. Alexander Hamilton. New York City, NY: Penguin, 2005.· Freeman, Joanne B. The Essenial Hamilton: Letters and Other Writings. New York City, NY: Library of America, 2017.· Hendrickson, Robert. Hamilton I (1757-89). New York City, NY: Mason Charter, 1976.· Randall, Willard Sterne. Alexander Hamilton: A Life. New York City, NY: Harper Collins, 2003.· See pinned post...2025-03-2551 min
Imperfect Men54: Lyman HallOn this episode, Steve and Cody talk about Lyman Hall's ministerial misdeeds, representation in Congress, and about half a dozen other things that have nothing to do with this blip of a Founder.Podcast to recommend: Irish History Podcast (Irish History Podcast)Sources· Cook, James F. The Governors of Georgia, 1754-2004. Macon, GA: Mercer U. Press, 2005.· Lockwood, Thornton C. “Lyman Hall.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. . Retrieved 3 Feb 2025.· See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo2025-03-1120 min
Imperfect Men53: Button GwinnettOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss the lifetime of failures that is one of the most uniquely named figures of the era, Button Gwinnett.Podcast to recommend: History’s Trainwrecks (History's Trainwrecks)Sources· Jackson, Harvey. Lachlan McIntosh and the Politics of Revolutionary Georgia. Athens, GA: U. of Georgia Press, 1979.· McNamara, Jr., Rieman, ed. “Button Gwinnett.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. 2007, . Retrieved 28 Jan 2025.· See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-2521 min
Imperfect Men52: Nathaniel GorhamOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss the man who would be okay with us having a king, Nathaniel Gorham.Podcast to recommend: Totalus Rankium Pirates (Totalus Rankium | Ranking all the Roman Emperors and American Presidents)Sources· Hauptman, Laurence M. Conspiracy of Interests: Iroquois Dispossession and the Rise of New York State. Syracuse, NY; Syracuse U. Press, 2001.· Morton, Joseph C. Shapers of the Great Debate at the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Santa Barbara, CA: Greenwood, 2006.· See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m2025-02-1137 min
Imperfect Men51: Nicholas Gilman, Jr. (with Q&A)On this episode, Cody and Steve discuss the Creature from the Exeter Lagoon, Nicholas Gilman, as well as review some fun statistics from the first 50 subjects and answer a few listener questions.Podcast to recommend: Kingdom (Kingdöm: Swedish Rulers – A Flatpack History of Sweden Podcast)Sources· Wright, Jr., Robert K., and Morris J. MacGregor, Jr. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U.S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.· See pinned post on Bluesky for list of general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-2845 min
Imperfect Men50: Elbridge GerryOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss Elbridge Gerry, gerrymandering, grumbles, and the nature of the word “gubernatorial.”Podcast to recommend: History of Africa (History of Africa Podcast)Sources· Billias, George. Elbridge Gerry: Founding Father and Republican Statesman. New York City, NY: McGraw-Hill, 1976.· Glynn, John C., Jr., and Grace Keiper Staller. “Elbridge Gerry.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. . Retrieved 17 Dec 2024.· Seabrook, Nick. One Person, One Vote: A Surprising History of Gerrymandering in America. New York City, NY: Pantheon Books, 2022.· Witcover, Jules. The Ame...2025-01-1450 min
Imperfect Men49: Christopher GadsdenOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss the dark legacy of Christopher Gadsden and how he still affects us to this very day.Podcast to recommend: Grand Dukes of the West (Grand Dukes of the West – A History of Valois Burgundy)Sources· Butler, Nic. “The Story of Gadsden’s Wharf.” Charleston County Public Library. 2 Feb 2018. . Retrieved 26 Nov 2024.· Eldridge, Kelcey M., "A Forgotten Founder: The Life and Legacy of Christopher Gadsden" (2018). All Theses. 2949. . Retrieved 26 Nov 2024.· Godbold, Stanley, Jr., and Robert Woody. Christopher Gadsden and the American Revolution. Knoxville, TN: U. of Tennessee Press, 1983.2024-12-3137 min
Imperfect Men48.2: Benjamin Franklin, Part the SecondOn this episode, Cody and Steve continue their discussion on the so-called First American, Benjamin Franklin, and try to parse legend and myth from the cold, hard truth.Podcast to recommend: Disastrous History (Disastrous History)Sources· Brands, H. W. The First American: The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin. New York City, NY: Doubleday, 2000.· Gupton, Nancy. “Benjamin Franklin and the Kite Experiment.” The Franklin Institute. 12 Jun 2017. . Retrieved 19 Nov 2024.· Isaacson, Walter. Benjamin Franklin: An American Life. New York City, NY: Simon & Schuster, 2003.· Rubin Stuart, Nancy. Poor Richard’s Women: Deborah Read Franklin a...2024-12-171h 15
Imperfect Men48.1: Benjamin Franklin, Part the FirstOn this episode, Cody and Steve finally tackle one of the giants of the American Revolution, Poor Richard himself, Benjamin Franklin.Sources· Brands, H. W. The First American: The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin. New York City, NY: Doubleday, 2000.· Gupton, Nancy. “Benjamin Franklin and the Kite Experiment.” The Franklin Institute. 12 Jun 2017. . Retrieved 19 Nov 2024.· Isaacson, Walter. Benjamin Franklin: An American Life. New York City, NY: Simon & Schuster, 2003.· Rubin Stuart, Nancy. Poor Richard’s Women: Deborah Read Franklin and the Other Women Behind the Founding Father. Boston, MA: Beacon Press, 2022.· Smith, John L...2024-12-0359 min
Imperfect Men47: Nathaniel FolsomOn this episode, Cody and Steve talk about the exploits of the Granite State’s favorite son, Nathaniel Folsom.Podcast to recommend: Civics 101 (Civics 101: A Podcast)Sources· Bell, J.L. “General Folsom and Colonel Stark.” Boston 1775. Blogspot. 23 Jun 2011. < >. Retrieved 15 Oct 2024.· Bell, J.L. “General Folsom and General Sullivan.” Boston 1775. Blogspot. 24 Jun 2011. < >. Retrieved 15 Oct 2024.· Potter, C.E. The History of Manchester, Formerly Derryfield, in New Hampshire; Including that of Ancient Amoskeag, or the Middle Merrimack Valley. Manchester, NH: Self-published, 1856.· Willey, George F., ed. State Builders: An Illustrated and Biographical Record of the Sta...2024-11-1924 min
Imperfect Men46: William FloydOn this week’s episode, Cody and Steve talk about William Floyd and decide whether or not silence earns you a place as a Founding Father.Podcast to recommend: Blowback (Blowback)Sources· Maxwell, William Q. A Portrait of William Floyd of Long Island. Setauket, NY: Society of the Preservation of Long Island Antiquities, 1956.· Pyne, Fred W. “William Floyd.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. . Retrieved 7 Oct 2024.· Scubiere, Paul J. New York’s Signers of the Declaration of Independence. Albany, NY: New York State American Revolutionary B...2024-11-0522 min
Imperfect Men45: Joseph GallowayOn this episode, Cody and Steve talk about Joseph Galloway, the Founding Father who committed the ultimate sin.Podcast to recommend: Assassinations (Assassinations Podcast)Sources· Ferling, John. The Loyalist Mind: Joseph Galloway and the American Revolution. College Station, PA: Pennsylvania State U. Press, 1977.· Gardner, Zachary. “Joseph Galloway: The Occupation of Philadelphia.” HIST 102: The American Revolutionary War. Harvard U. Department of History, 2017. . Retrieved 24 Sept 2024.· Stewart, Graham. “Joseph Galloway: The Forgotten Founding Father.” Englesberg Ideas, 19 Jan 2021. . Retrieved 24 Sept 2024.· Smith, James M. “Joseph Galloway’s Plan of Union.” Journal of the American Revolution, 26 Jan 2022...2024-10-2232 min
Imperfect Men44: Thomas FitzsimonsOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss another Revolutionary immigrant from the Emerald Isle, Thomas Fitzsimons.Podcast to recommend: Anglo-Saxon England (Anglo-Saxon England (evergreenpodcasts.com))Sources· Flanders, Henry. “Thomas Fitzsimmons.” The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography 2, no. 3 (1878): 306–14. . Retrieved 10 Sept 2024.· Wright, Jr., Robert K., and Morris J. MacGregor, Jr. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U.S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.· See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-0825 min
Imperfect Men43: William FewOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss the few and far between details of the Constitutional Convention’s man of few words, William Few.Podcast to recommend: American Revolution (http://blog.amrevpodcast.com/)SourcesWright, Jr., Robert K., and Morris J. MacGregor, Jr. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U.S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-2421 min
Imperfect Men42: Oliver EllsworthOn this episode, Cody and Steve talk about another important dude who didn’t sign anything, Oliver Ellsworth.Podcast to recommend: America’s National Parks (https://nationalparkpodcast.com/)SourcesAbraham, Henry J. Justices and Presidents: A Political History of Appointments to the Supreme Court. Oxford, UK: Oxford U. Press, 1992.Brown, William Garrott. The Life of Oliver Ellsworth. New York City, NY: Macmillan, 1905.Friedman, Leon. The Justices of the United States Supreme Court: Their Lives and Opinions. New York City, NY: Chelsea House, 1995.Toth, Michael C. Founding Federalist: The Life of Oliver Ellsworth. New...2024-09-1042 min
Imperfect Men41: William ElleryOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss one of those rarest of creatures, a Rhode Islander, William Ellery.Podcast to recommend: America’s Secret Wars (https://redcircle.com/shows/america-secret-wars)SourcesFowler, Jr., William M. William Ellery: A Rhode Island Politico and Lord of Admiralty. Metuchen, NJ: Scarecrow Press, 1973.Hand, Tom. “William Ellery of Rhode Island: Merchant, Lawyer, and Signer of the Declaration of Independence.” Constituting America. 22 October 2022. . Retrieved 6 Aug 2024.Pyne, Frederick. “William Ellery.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. 2011. . Retrieved 6 Aug 2024.See pinned post on Bluesky fo...2024-08-2720 min
Imperfect Men40: Eliphalet DyerOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss weird biblical names and John Adams’ opinions about people as they discuss Eliphalet Dyer.Podcast to recommend: History of Byzantium (https://thehistoryofbyzantium.com/)Also... be sure to check out our friends at the Ancient and Esoteric Order of the Jackalope! (https://order-of-the-jackalope.com)SourcesDexter, Franklin B. Biographical Sketches of the Graduates of Yale College, 1701-45. New York City, NY: Henry Holt & Co., 1885.Trumbull, J. Hammond. “Eliphalet Dyer.” The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography 3, no. 2 (1879): 174–77. . Retrieved 31 Jul 2024.See pinned post on Bluesky...2024-08-1323 min
Imperfect Men39: William DuerOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss William Duer, the man almost single-handedly responsible for America’s first financial crash.Podcast to recommend: The Hellenistic Age (https://hellenisticagepodcast.wordpress.com/)SourcesBrown, Abram. “The High Crimes And Misadventures Of William Duer, The Founding Father Who Swindled America.” Forbes. 4 Jul 2019. . Retrieved 15 Jul 2024.Jones, Robert Francis. The King of the Alley, William Duer: Politician, Entrepreneur, and Speculator, 1768-99. Philadelphia, PA: American Philosophical Society, 1992.Narron, James, and Skeie, David. “Crisis Chronicles: Central Bank Crisis Management during Wall Street’s First Crash.” Federal Reserve Bank of New York. 9...2024-07-3034 min
Imperfect Men38: James DuaneOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss James Duane, the blueblood post-Revolution Mayor of New York City.Podcast to recommend: The Explorers (https://explorerspodcast.com/)SourcesAlexander, Edward. Revolutionary Conservative: James Duane of New York. New York City, NY: AMS Press, 1978.Burrows, Edwin G. and Wallace, Mike. Gotham: A History of New York City to 1898. New York City, NY: Oxford U. Press, 1999.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-1625 min
Imperfect Men37: Richard Henry LeeOn this episode, Steve and Cody follow up on the special episode on the Lee Resolution from a year ago and discuss its author, the six-fingered Senator, Richard Henry Lee.Podcast to recommend: The Civil War & Reconstruction (https://civilwarpodcast.org/)SourcesMcGaughy, J. Kent. Richard Henry Lee of Virginia: A portrait of an American Revolutionary. Lanham, MD: Rowman & Littlefield, 2004.Unger, Harlow Giles. First Founding Father: Richard Henry Lee and the Call for Independence. New York City, NY: Da Capo Press, 2017.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast...2024-07-0246 min
Imperfect Men36: William Henry DraytonOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, six time Grammy nominee, and lovelorn reality TV subject, William Drayton…wait, no, that’s not right…Podcast to recommend: The Almost Forgotten (http://almostforgotten.squarespace.com/)SourcesDabney, William M. and Marion Dargan. William Henry Drayton and the American Revolution. Albuquerque, NM: U. of New Mexico Press, 1962.Krawczynski, Keith. William Henry Drayton: South Carolina Revolutionary Patriot. Baton Rouge, LA: LSU Press, 2001.“William Henry Drayton.” National Park Service. 27 Dec 2019. . Retrieved 4 Jun 2024.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted...2024-06-1819 min
Imperfect Men35: John DickinsonOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss the “Penman of the Revolution,” John Dickinson.Podcast to recommend: Age of Napoleon (https://ageofnapoleon.com/)SourcesCalvert, Jane E. “Liberty Without Tumult: Understanding the Politics of John Dickinson.” The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography, vol. 131. Philadelphia, PA: Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 2007.Dickinson, John. Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania. Delaware Department of Historical and Cultural Affairs. . Retrieved 20 May 2024.Flower, Milton E. John Dickinson: Conservative Revolutionary. Charlottesville, VA: U. of Virginia Press, 1983.Murchison, William. The Cost of Liberty: The Life of John Dickinson. Washington, DC: Rege...2024-06-041h 00
Imperfect Men34: Silas Deane, Jr.On this episode, Steve and Cody discuss Silas Deane, America’s first diplomat.Podcast to recommend: Rejects and Revolutionaries (https://americanhistorypodcast.net/)SourcesCovart, Elizabeth M. “Silas Deane, Forgotten Patriot.” Journal of the American Revolution. 30 Jul 2014. . Retrieved 2 May 2024.Drury, David. “The Rise and Fall of Silas Deane, American Patriot.” Connecticut History. 2 Oct 2020. . Retrieved 2 May 2024.Paul, Joel Richard. Unlikely Allies: How a Merchant, a Playwright, and a Spy Saved the American Revolution. New York City, NY: Riverhead Books, 2009.Van Vlack, Milton C. Silas Deane, Revolutionary War Diplomat and Politician. Jefferson, NC: McFarland & Co., 2013.See pinned...2024-05-2137 min
Imperfect Men33: John De HartOn this episode, De Steve and De Cody discuss their second straight subject (and fourth overall) from Elizabeth, New Jersey, John De Hart.Podcast to recommend: Passed (https://shows.acast.com/passedpod)SourcesSee pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-0719 min
Imperfect Men32: Jonathan DaytonOn this episode, Cody and Steve bring the podcast home as they discuss the man whose name adorns the city that the show is recorded in, Jonathan Dayton.Sources“Brief History of Dayton.” City of Dayton, City Commission Office. . Retrieved 9 Apr 2024.Stewart, David O. “Burr, Ogden and Dayton: The Original Jersey Boys.” Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Aug 2011. . Retrieved 9 Apr 2024.Wright Jr., Robert K., and MacGregor Jr., Morris J. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: United States Army Center of Military History, 1987.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2024-04-2349 min
Hard Ticket to SidarisNot Goodbye, but So Long For NowJoin us for the very last episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris, where we review our series wide ratings, our Sidaris metrics, say goodbye to one of our favorite director/producer husband and wife teams, and a sneak preview of what's to come...Follow @notimetobleedpod on Instagram for updates on that show, and check out the trailer on Apple Podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-1124 min
Imperfect Men31: William Richardson DavieOn this episode, Cody and Steve discuss their first subject who didn’t sign any of the founding documents, the hero of Charlotte and the original Tar Heel, William Richardson Davie.Podcast to recommend: Flatpack History of Sweden (https://aflatpackhistoryofsweden.com/)SourcesAnderson III, William L. “William Richardson Davie.” Charlotte History Museum. . Retrieved 20 Mar 2024.Broadwater, Jeff. “William Richardson Davie.” North Carolina History Project. . Retrieved 20 Mar 2024.Fulghum, R. Neil. William Richardson Davie: Soldier, Statesman, and Founder of the University of North Carolina. Chapel Hill, NC: U. of North Carolina Press, 2006.Robinson, Blackwell P. Revolution...2024-04-0951 min
Imperfect Men30: Francis DanaOn this episode, Comrade Cody and Comrade Steve venture into the gulag of American diplomacy as they discuss Francis Dana, the first ambassador from the United States to the once and future adversary, Russia.Podcast to recommend: History of Persia (https://history-of-persia-pod-cast.com/)SourcesBolkhouitinov, Nikolai N. Russia and the American Revolution. Tallahassee, FL: The Diplomatic Press, 1976.Dana, Richard H. “Francis Dana.” The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography, vol. 1, no. 1, 1877.Kaminski, John P., ed., et al. “Ratification of the Constitution by the States – Massachusetts Supplemental Documents.” The Documentary History of the Ratificati...2024-03-2646 minHard Ticket to SidarisWe'll All Drink to ThatWelcome to the last film episode of Hard Ticket, where we discuss Return to Savage Beach! We're saying goodbye to all the Sidaris players, bidding farewell to the L.E.T.H.A.L. Ladies, and saying sayonara to one of the most confusing installments in the Bullets, Bombs, and Babes series. But never fear - there is ONE more episode to come! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-211h 15
Imperfect Men29: Thomas Cushing IIIOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss a guy who would probably get picked last for dodgeball, Thomas Cushing.Podcast to recommend: History of the Germans (https://historyofthegermans.com/)SourcesMonk, Will. “Thomas Hutchinson and His Letters.” Journal of the American Revolution. 1 Aug 2023. . Retrieved 21 Feb 2024.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-1239 minHard Ticket to SidarisI Hope He Doesn't Clog My FilterJoin us as we celebrate Andy Sidaris' return to the directors chair in Day of the Warrior! We're chatting about inappropriate workout attire in the office, Elvis Fu, and exploding sheds in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-291h 18
Imperfect Men28: Stephen CraneOn this episode, Steve and Cody hash out whether Revolutionary martyrdom is enough to be a Founding Father, as they discuss Stephen Crane (and his fivehead).Podcast to recommend: History in the Bible (https://www.historyinthebible.com/)SourcesFleming, Thomas. “The Battle of Springfield.” New Jersey’s Revolutionary Experience. Trenton, NJ: New Jersey Historical Commission, 1975.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2724 minImperfect Men27: John CollinsOn this episode, Cody and Steve complete the collection of states as they talk about Rhode Island’s John Collins, and why the little state caused such had such a big problem with the Constitution.Podcast to recommend: Historium (https://historium.buzzsprout.com/)SourcesKaminski, John, et. al., ed. The Documentary History of the Ratification of the Constitution. Madison, WI: Wisconsin Historical Society Press, 2011.Kratz, Jessie. “Rogue Island: The Last State to Ratify the Constitution.” National Archives. 18 May 2015. . Retrieved 26 Jan 2024.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See ac...2024-02-1331 minHard Ticket to SidarisShe's Worth the ClimbJoin us on this episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris where we chat about 1994's The Dallas Connection! We discuss legit kung-fu choreography, spy satellite access code thievery, the end of the Bruce Penhall reign of Sidaris films, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-0856 min
Imperfect Men26: George ClymerOn this episode, Cody and Steve tackle the ethics of making money off a war as they discuss George Clymer.Podcast to recommend: Age of Victoria (https://ageofvictoriapodcast.com)Sources“George Clymer.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. . Retrieved 9 Jan 2024.Grundfest, Jerry. George Clymer: Philadelphia Revolutionary, 1739-1813. New York City, NY: Arno Press, 1982.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-3039 minHard Ticket to SidarisI Just Love a Good CatfightJoin us on the 13th episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris where we cover Enemy Gold! We're greeting our new Sidaris players, appreciating the late Julie Strain in all her tall glory, and totaling up our greatest body count yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-181h 21Imperfect Men25: William ClinganOn this episode, Cody and Steve try to peer through the mists of history to discover anything interesting about the mysterious William Clingan.Podcast to recommend: Totalus Jeffianus (https://shows.acast.com/totalusjeffianus)SourcesSee pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-1626 min
Imperfect Men24: Abraham ClarkOn this episode, Steve and Cody talk about Abraham Clark, that all-too rare of creatures: a kind man from New Jersey.Podcast to recommend: Prime Time (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/prime-time-prime-ministers/id1714263877)Sources“Abraham Clark.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. . Retrieved 18 Dec 2023.Bogin, Ruth. Abraham Clark and the Quest for Equality in the Revolutionary Era, 1774-94. Rutherford, NJ: Fairleigh Dickinson U. Press, 1982.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-0234 minHard Ticket to SidarisMy Work Is Done HereJoin us on episode 12 where we cover Fit to Kill, say goodbye to some of our favorite Sidaris players, and learn more about the mystery of Kane and why he's so evil! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-281h 13
Imperfect Men23: Samuel ChaseJoin Cody and Steve’s as they discuss the subject of the third impeachment in U. S. history, Samuel Chase. Also…bacon.Podcast to recommend: Settling the Score (http://settlingthescorepod.com/)SourcesBradford, M. E. The Restless Incendiary: Samuel Chase of Maryland. Marlborough, NH: The Plymouth rock Foundation, 1991.Perlin, Adam A. “The Impeachment of Samuel Chase: Redefining Judicial Independence.” Rutgers Law Review. Vol. 62:3, 2010. . Retrieved 5 Dec 2023.Raphael, Ray. “Samuel Chase’s Wild Ride.” Journal of the American Revolution. 2 Jul 2013. . Retrieved 5 Dec 2023.“Samuel Chase.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence...2023-12-1944 minHard Ticket to SidarisYou Sure Know How to Bait a HookJoin us on another episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris! This episode we cover the 1992 classic, Hard Hunted. We're discussing swapping actors with no explanation, gyrocopters, Al Leong, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-071h 13
Imperfect Men22: Richard Caswell, Jr.On this episode, Steve and Cody barely talk about the founding documents, as they dive into the up-and-down military career of North Carolina’s first governor, Richard Caswell.Podcast to recommend: History of China ()SourcesBuchanan, John. The Road to Guilford Courthouse: The Revolution in the Carolinas. New York City, NY: Wiley & Sons, 1997.Connor, R.D.W. Revolutionary Leaders of North Carolina. Chapel Hill, NC: U. of North Carolina Press, 1916.Lewis, J.D. “Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge.” The American Revolution in North Carolina. . Retrieved 31 Oct 2023.Slappey, Kelly. “Richard Caswell.” North Carolina His...2023-12-0533 min
Imperfect Men21: Daniel Carroll, Jr.On this episode, Steve and Cody decide whether political obstinacy is a good thing or a bad thing as they take on Daniel Carroll, with a little bit of D. C. in the mix.Podcast to recommend: Wonders of the World (https://www.wonderspodcast.com/)SourcesGeiger, Mary Virginia. Daniel Carroll: A Framer of the Constitution. Lewis, Tom. Washington: A History of Our National City. New York City, NY: Basic, 2005.Wright Jr., Robert K. and MacGregor Jr., Morris J. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U. S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.S...2023-11-2144 minHard Ticket to SidarisI've Got Your Head-to-HeadJoin us as we discuss Do or Die, a film that includes everything you could ever want out of an Andy Sidaris film: babes, breasts, bullets, bombs, and Mr. Miyagi!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-161h 09
Imperfect Men20: Charles Carroll of CarrolltonOn this episode, Steve of Dayton and Cody of Miamisburg discuss the one of the more oddly-named figures amongst the founders, Charles Carroll of Carrollton.Podcast to recommend: Unsung History (https://www.unsunghistorypodcast.com/)Sources“Charles Carroll of Carrollton.” Society of the Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. . Retrieved 9 Oct 2023.Hoffman, Ronald & Sally D. Mason. Princes of Ireland, Planters of Maryland: A Carroll Saga, 1500-1782. Chapel Hill, NC: U. of North Carolina Press, 2000.McDermott, Scott. Charles Carroll: Faithful Revolutionary. New York City, NY: Scepter, 2002.See pinned post on Bluesky for...2023-11-0748 minHard Ticket to SidarisSpecial Interview with Arlene SidarisPlease join us on this extra special episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris, where we speak with the lethal lady who made it all happen, Mrs. Arlene Sidaris! We chat about radioactive snakes, zodiac signs, and all manner of Andy shenanigans. Please enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-2650 min
Imperfect Men19: Pierce ButlerOn this episode, Steve and Cody delve into one of the architects behind slavery’s hold on the Constitution, Pierce Butler.SourcesGannon, Kevin M. “Pierce Butler.” South Carolina Encyclopedia. 17 May 2016. . Retrieved 3 Oct 2023.Wright Jr., Robert K. and MacGregor Jr., Morris J. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U. S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-2447 minImperfect Men18: Jacob BroomOn this episode, Steve and Cody attempt to sweep away the dust of history that surrounds Jacob Broom of Delaware, and discuss Article Two of the Constitution.Podcast to recommend: Grimm Reading (https://grimmreading.podbean.com/)SourcesWright Jr., Robert K. and MacGregor Jr., Morris J. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U. S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.“The Founding Fathers: Delaware.” National Archives. 16 Feb 2018. . Retrieved 19 Sept 2023.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1041 minHard Ticket to SidarisFrom Busting Heads to Baking BreadOn this episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris, we review 1990's Guns! We discuss amazing explosions, Edy's singing prowess, Eric Estrada as a bad guy, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-051h 09
Imperfect Men17: David BrearleyOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss a quiet man from New Jersey who helped shape the presidency, David Brearley.Podcast to recommend: Presidencies of the United States (https://www.presidenciespodcast.com/)SourcesScarini, Donald. David Brearley and the Making of the United States Constitution. Princeton, NJ: New Jersey Heritage Press, 2005.Scott, Austin Wakeman. “Holmes v. Watson: The New Jersey Precedent.” The American Historical Review, vol. 4. New York City, NY: Macmillan, 1899.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2627 minHard Ticket to SidarisTalk About Your Golden OldiesOn this episode, Steve, Theresa, and Cody all discuss 1989's Savage Beach, where the LETHAL ladies intercept enemy gold! We also have a very special announcement on this episode... be sure not to miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-141h 09Imperfect Men16: Simon BoerumOn this episode, Cody takes Steve on a journey to the New Netherland colony, as they discuss one of the most obscure signers, Simon Boerum.SourcesSchmidt, Benjamin. Innocence Abroad: The Dutch Imagination and the New World, 1570-1670. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge U. Press, 2001.Shorto, Russell. The Island at the Center of the World: The Epic Story of Dutch Manhattan and the Forgotten Colony that Shaped America. New York City, NY: Doubleday, 2004.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1222 min
Imperfect Men15: William BlountOn this episode, Steve and Cody go on a wild ride through the ups and downs of the self-serving founder of Tennessee, William Blount.Podcast to listen to: Hard Ticket to Sidaris (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hard-ticket-to-sidaris/id1667113573)SourcesAblovsky, Gregory. “The Dark History of Indigenous Dispossession that Followed the First Impeachment Acquittal.” Standford Law School. 22 Feb 2021. Retrieved 22 Aug 23. .Masterson, William Henry. William Blount. Baton Rouge, LA: Louisiana State U. Press, 1954.Weeks, Terry. “William Blount.” Tennessee Encyclopedia of History and Culture. 17 Oct 2018. Retrieved 22 Aug 23. .Zellers-Frederick, Andrew. “The Impeachment of Senator William Bl...2023-08-2952 minHard Ticket to SidarisA Black Belt in ShotgunJoin Cody, Theresa, and Stephen as they discuss wild cuts, Cowboys bar and saloon, the rise of smoking in Sidaris' work, a fish and code name, and much much more on this episode, featuring 1988's Picasso Trigger! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-241h 15
Imperfect Men14: Richard Bland, Jr.On this episode, Steve and Cody see if pamphleteer Richard Bland lives down to his name.Podcast to recommend: Spanish Arpoda (https://spanisharpoda.com/)SourcesDetweiler, Robert. Richard Bland and the Origins of the Revolution in Virginia. Yorktown, VA: Virginia Independence Bicentennial Commission, 1981.Solenberger, Marjorie. “Richard Bland, Revolutionary Philosopher.” Richard Bland College News. July 1994. https://web.archive.org/web/20120918232113/http://www.rbc.edu/library/specialcollections/pdf_files/bland_unveiling_speech.pdf.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-1523 minHard Ticket to SidarisI'll Have a Pair of CoffeeJoin us as Steve, Cody, and Theresa explore the ultimate in Andy Sidaris - Hard Ticket to Hawaii! On this episode, we discuss the second appearance of sex dolls, whether Dona Spier can fly a plane, corny catch phrases during coitus, and soooo much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-031h 19
Imperfect Men13: John Blair, Jr.On this episode, Steve and Cody talk about the Supreme Court and try to wring some information out of the silent man from Virginia, John Blair Jr.SourcesAbraham, Henry J. Justices and Presidents: A Political History of Appointments to the Supreme Court (3rd ed.). New York City, NY: Oxford U. Press, 1992.Urofsky, Melvin I. The Supreme Court Justices: A Biographical Dictionary. New York city, NY: Garland Publications, 1994.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0128 minImperfect Men12: Edward BiddleOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss the enigmatic mystery man from Philadelphia, Edward Biddle, and continue their discussion on the Continental Association.Podcast to recommend: Tudoriferous (https://tudoriferous.wordpress.com/)SourcesHouse Speaker Biographies. “Edward Biddle, 1774-75.” Pennsylvania House of Representatives. . Retrieved 10 Jul 2023.Rolph, Daniel. “Edward Biddle: A Forgotten Patriot & Member of the First Continental Congress of Philadelphia.” Historical Society of Pennsylvania. . Published 31 Oct 2014. Retrieved 10 Jul 2023.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1829 minHard Ticket to SidarisAte a Lot of Furniture, BabyOn the fourth episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris, we cover 1985's Malibu Express, which features Darby Hinton, Sybil Danning, and a whole lot of shenanigans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-131h 18
Imperfect Men11: Carter BraxtonOn this episode, Cody and Steve celebrate our Independence Day by talking about the fabulously wealthy, constantly indebted, and prodigious father from Virginia, Carter Braxton.Podcast to recommend: Tsar Power (https://open.spotify.com/show/49JyFkdWvSy0sKv37W8YX6)Sources“Braxton, Carter.” Repository of Historical Documents. Brown University Steering Committee on Slavery & Justice, < >. Retrieved 19 Jun 2023.Cruz, Shelley. “Carter Braxton.” Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, < />. Retrieved 19 Jun 2023.Dill, Alonzo. Carter Braxton, Virginia Signer: A Conservative in Revolt. Lanham, MD: University Press of America, 1983.Rappleye, Charles. Sons of Providence: The Brown Br...2023-07-0430 min
Imperfect MenSpecial 1: Lee ResolutionOn this special episode, we mark the day the Lee Resolution was approved by the Continental Congress, July the 2nd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-0217 minHard Ticket to SidarisHere's to Deep FingersJoin us on this week's episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris, where we chat about the introduction of explosions in Sidaris' work in Seven, the immense star power that Andy was able to pack into 90 minutes, and a whole lot more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-221h 12
Imperfect Men10: Gunning Bedford, Jr.On this episode, Cody and Steve talk about the stark-raving madman from Delaware, Gunning Bedford.Podcast to recommend: Alexander Standard (https://open.spotify.com/show/7kOPxWp4fVKJq4Voaf4gT2)SourcesFradin, Dennis B. The Founders: 39 Stories Behind the U. S. Constitution. New York City, NY: Walker & Co., 2005.Morton, Joseph C. Shapers of the Great Debate at the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Westport, CT: Greenwood Press, 2006.Wright, Jr., Robert K. & Morris J. McGregor, Jr. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U. S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.See pinned post on Bluesky for general...2023-06-2046 min
Imperfect Men9: Richard BassettThis week, Steve and Cody talk about a man whose name is more famous for a dog breed, Richard Bassett.Podcast to recommend: So You Think You Can Rule Persia? (https://soyouthinkyoucanrulepersia.podbean.com/)Sources•Lindenmuth, Judith. “Local Legal Historic Sites – Grave of Richard Bassett.” Widener Law Blog, 4 Jan 2012. . Retrieved 22 May 2023.•Pickett, Russ. “Richard Bassett.” Delaware’s Governors, 1777-1801, 15 Jul 2007. . Retrieved 22 May 2023.•Wright, Jr., Robert K. & Morris J. McGregor, Jr. Soldier-Statesmen of the Constitution. Washington, DC: U. S. Army Center of Military History, 1987.•See pinned post on Bluesky for...2023-06-0639 minHard Ticket to SidarisAHHHHHHH! Oh Sh*tWelcome to our first movie review episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris! On today's episode, we review the precursor to the L.E.T.H.A.L. ladies - Stacey! This movie has it all - women racing cars, women baring it all, women solving crimes... what more could you want?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-011h 05
Imperfect Men8: Josiah BartlettOn this episode, Steve and Cody discuss the Founding Father with a more famous, if fictional, descendant, Josiah Bartlett.Podcast to recommend: Ranking ‘76 (https://ranking76podcast.podbean.com/)Sources“Josiah Bartlett.” Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, Society of Descendants of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence, https://www.dsdi1776.com/signer/josiah-bartlett/. Retrieved 1 May 2023.Kelly, Howard A. and Walter L. Burrage, Ed. “Bartlett, Josiah (1729-95).” American Medical Biographies. Baltimore, MD: Norman Remington Co., 1920.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See...2023-05-2334 minHard Ticket to SidarisPlay with IntroWelcome to the inaugural episode of Hard Ticket to Sidaris! In this episode, we cover our raison d'etre - Mr. Andy Sidaris! We'll discuss Mr. Sidaris' life outside the L.E.T.H.A.L. ladies, his sports achievements, his family, and much more. We also cover why the hosts love him - and why you should too! Please don't forget to follow us on Twitter @hardticketpod! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-1136 min
Imperfect Men7: John Banister IIIOn this episode of Imperfect Men, we examine the chariot-riding master of Battersea, John Banister.Podcast to recommend: Noblesse Oblige (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nobelesse-oblige/id1637021887)Sources"A List of Tithes & Taxable Property taken by Dun [Duncan] Rose Gent the 10th day of April, 1782 for Dinwiddie County". The William and Mary Quarterly. 26 (3): 196–201. January 1918. https://www.jstor.org/stable/191801. Retrieved 24 Apr 2023.“Colonel John Banister.” Colonel John Banister Chapter, DAR. http://www.coljohnbanister.org/banister.htm. Retrieved 24 Apr 2023.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2023-05-0950 min
Imperfect Men6: Abraham BaldwinOn this episode, we discuss the first Georgia Bulldog and the last signer of the Constitution, Abraham Baldwin.Podcast to recommend: Battle Royale (https://battleroyalepodcast.wordpress.com/)SourcesColeman, Kenneth, and Andrew O’Shaugnessy. “Social Affairs, 1782-89.” The American Revolution in Georgia, 1763-89. Athens, GA: U. of Georgia Press, 1958.White, Henry C. Abraham Baldwin: One of the Founders of the Republic, and Father of the University of Georgia, the First of American State Universities. Athens, GA: McGregor, 1926.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...2023-04-2534 min
Imperfect Men5: John Alsop, Jr.On this episode, Cody and Steve discuss who could have been the 57th signer of the Declaration, John Alsop.SourcesLibrary of Congress. Letters of Delegates to Congress, 1774-1789, Vols. 2-4. https://memory.loc.gov/ammem/amlaw/lwdg.html#:~:text=The%20twenty%2Dsix%20volumes,Continental%20Congresses%2C%201774%2D1789. Retrieved 20 Mar 2023.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1142 min
Imperfect Men4: Thomas AdamsOn this episode, Cody and Steve cover the fourth and last of the Adamses to sign the Big Four documents, Thomas Adams.SourcesThe Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Vol. 23, No. 1 (Jan 1915). https://www.jstor.org/stable/4243407. Retrieved 6 Mar 2023.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2830 min
Imperfect Men3: Samuel Adams, Jr.On this episode, we rate the most famous Son of Liberty while downing some of the brew named for him, Samuel Adams.SourcesPuls, Mark. Samuel Adams: Father of the American Revolution. New York, NY: Palgrave Macmillan, 2006.Schiff, Stacy. The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams. New York, NY: Little, Brown, & Co., 2022.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-1450 min
Imperfect Men2: John Adams, Jr.On our second episode, we discuss the reason why Paul Giamatti is an Emmy Award winner, John Adams.SourcesEllis, Joseph J. Passionate Sage: The Character and Legacy of John Adams. New York, NY: W. W. Norton & Co., 1993.Ferling, John E. John Adams: A Life. Knoxville, TN: U. of Tennessee Press, 1992.McCullough, David. John Adams. New York, NY: Simon & Schuster, 2001.See pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-2855 minImperfect Men1: Andrew AdamsWelcome to the first ranking episode of Imperfect Men! This week we explore the third (or even fourth) best known Adams, Andrew Adams!SourcesEncyclopedia of the Continental Congresses, Vol. 1. Grey House Publishing, 2015. https://greyhouse.com/Media/GreyHousePublishing/samples/continental_smppgs[1].pdfSee pinned post on Bluesky for general sources Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-1432 minHard Ticket to SidarisComing soon - Hard Ticket to SidarisBeautiful women, guns, explosions... welcome to the world of Andy Sidaris! We're taking a deep dive into the saga of the LETHAL ladies. Join us while we explore each film in Hard Ticket to Sidaris!Music Credit: Light Years by Sounds Like Sander Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-0300 minImperfect Men0: Ye Olde Backgrounde StuffeWelcome to our new show, Imperfect Men! Join Cody and Stephen as they deep-dive and rate into the signers of the United States' founding documents. This episode explores the preceding events leading to the American Revolution, and discusses the criteria for which the signers will be rated.Sources:Amar, Akhir Reed. The Words That Made Us: America’s Constitutional Conversation, 1760-1840. Basic Books, New York, 2021.Berlin, Ira. Many Thousands Gone: The First Two Centuries of Slavery in North America. Belknap Press, Cambridge, 1998.Calloway, Colin. The Scratch of a Pen: 1763 and the Transformation of North America. Ox...2023-01-3133 min
Trivia With Budds10 Trivia Questions on College Football MascotsTrivia master Robert Casey wrote this quiz on College Football Mascots, have at it! Fact of the Day: St. Stephen is the patron saint of bricklayers. THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 02:37 Theme song by www.soundcloud.com/Frawsty Bed Music: "The Lift" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ PLAY TRIVIA WITH BUDDS live on FB Live (and sometimes Zoom!) A full hour interactive show streams often nightly at 7pm PST. See lineup of shows and topics at...2021-10-0508 min