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CAFE InsiderBonus: Is Trump Lying to Himself? (with Astead Herndon and Joanne Freeman)Does Trump really believe his own messaging, or is he just a master bullsh*tter? In the Stay Tuned podcast bonus for Insiders, Yale history professor Joanne Freeman and Vox editorial director Astead Herndon delve into the psychology behind Trump’s repeated lies.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2026-02-2607 min
Stay Tuned with PreetThe State of the Union is…Long (with Astead Herndon, Joanne Freeman, and Jon Finer)President Trump just delivered the longest State of the Union address in recorded history. But did he say anything of substance? Preet is joined by Yale history professor Joanne Freeman, Vox editorial director Astead Herndon, and former Deputy National Security Adviser and co-host of The Long Game podcast Jon Finer to discuss the speech, its political significance, and where Trump—and Democrats—go from here.
In the bonus for Insiders, the panel debates whether Trump himself believes his own BS. Join the CAFE Insider community to stay informed without hysteria, fear-mongering, or rage-baiting. Head to cafe.com/insi...
2026-02-261h 00CAFE InsiderBonus: Is Trump Lying to Himself? (with Astead Herndon and Joanne Freeman)Does Trump really believe his own messaging, or is he just a master bullsh*tter? In the Stay Tuned podcast bonus for Insiders, Yale history professor Joanne Freeman and Vox editorial director Astead Herndon delve into the psychology behind Trump’s repeated lies.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2026-02-2607 min
The Colin McEnroe ShowHistorian Joanne Freeman on reckoning with where we are and where we want to beEarlier this month, Yale historian Joanne Freeman began a nightly video series called "A Few Thoughts for Those Who Can't Sleep." Most nights she goes live on YouTube and talks about the news of the day, historical context for it, and the value of building community, as the comments swell in around her. This hour, Freeman joins us to share a few thoughts about the latest news, empathy, history, and America 250. GUEST: Joanne Freeman: Alan Boles, Class of 1929 Professor of History at Yale University. Her most recent book is “The Field of Blood: Violence in Co...
2026-01-2941 min
The Napoleonic QuarterlyBeyond the musical: Hamilton's complex second act (w/Peter Kastor)The second half of Hamilton the Musical, which covers the post-Revolutionary period that just happens to be that of this podcast, is a bit more confusing than the first: "can we get back to politics, please?" as Jefferson puts it. The precise role of Alexander Hamilton after he left office, covering the John Adams administration, the elections of 1800 and 1804 and of course the famous duel with Aaron Burr which ended Hamilton's life are brilliantly covered but still leave some questions hanging. To resolve some of those, this episode sees the return of Peter Kastor, Professor of History and American...
2026-01-1059 min
Drift Off - Bedtime Stories for AdultsA Gentle Christmas Tale: Jimmy Scarecrow’s ChristmasHello and welcome back! I’m so glad you’re here. Tonight's bedtime story is a gentle Christmas tale called Jimmy Scarecrow’s Christmas by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. It’s the sweet story of a lonely scarecrow who discovers unexpected kindness on a quiet winter’s night, bringing a simple but touching bit of magic to his Christmas.So take a moment now to get cozy and when you’re ready, let’s drift into this heartwarming Christmas story together.Sweet dreams!Music in this episode is 'A Slow Drift' by Hanna Lindgren via E...
2025-12-1627 min
America at 250: The PodcastClass 2: Revolutionary (and Not So Revolutionary) BeginningsProfessor Joanne Freeman begins her section on The American Experiment.
This one-time-only course examines U.S. history from 1776 to the present, in advance of the nation’s semiquincentennial (or 250th birthday) in 2026. Taught jointly by Professors Joanne Freeman, David Blight, and Beverly Gage, the course emphasizes the history of the nation-state and the contested nature of American national identity. All three scholars will deliver the course’s first and final lectures together, as an introduction and a wrap-up. In between, they will each deliver eight lectures individually based on their areas of expertise.
Joanne Freeman, the...
2025-09-1840 min
Stay Tuned with PreetTrump’s Misuse of History (with Heather Cox Richardson & Joanne Freeman)What happens when a U.S. president doesn’t know his history? Historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman join Preet to discuss the history of due process, the misuse of historical events for political messaging, and how Trump misunderstood the Declaration of Independence. And check out Preet’s live conversation with Heather and Joanne on Substack.
Plus, Preet answers questions about broadcasting oral arguments at SCOTUS and using AI in the courtroom.
Join the Insider community to stay informed without the hysteria, fear-mongering, or rage-baiting. Sign up on our website, or find us on Subs...
2025-05-151h 01
Stay Tuned with PreetThe Bullshitter in Chief: SOTU Edition (with Frank Bruni, Joanne Freeman, & Jonah Goldberg)President Trump just delivered the longest address to Congress in recent history. What did we learn? Preet is joined by Yale history professor Joanne Freeman, columnist Frank Bruni, and political commentator Jonah Goldberg to discuss the actual state of our union. Plus, what exactly is the “unitary executive theory”?You can now watch this episode! Head to CAFE’s Youtube channel and subscribe. Show notes and a transcript of the episode are available on our website.Have a question for Pree...
2025-03-061h 13
CAFE InsiderBonus: Language in This New Trump Era (with Frank Bruni, Joanne Freeman, & Jonah Goldberg)In this bonus from Stay Tuned, Yale history professor Joanne Freeman, columnist Frank Bruni, and political commentator Jonah Goldberg join me to discuss the use of language in the Trump era. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2025-03-0606 minCAFE InsiderBonus: Language in This New Trump Era (with Frank Bruni, Joanne Freeman, & Jonah Goldberg)In this bonus from Stay Tuned, Yale history professor Joanne Freeman, columnist Frank Bruni, and political commentator Jonah Goldberg join me to discuss the use of language in the Trump era. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2025-03-0606 min
United to Preserve DemocracyJoanne Freeman on Political Violence in AmericaJoanne B. Freeman, Professor of History, specializes in the politics and political culture of the revolutionary and early national periods of American History. Her most recent book, The Field of Blood: Congressional Violence in Antebellum America, explores physical violence in the U.S. Congress between 1830 and the Civil War, and what it suggests about the institution of Congress, the nature of American sectionalism, the challenges of a young nation’s developing democracy, and the longstanding roots of the Civil War.
2024-11-121h 08
United to Preserve DemocracyHeather Cox Richardson & Joanne Freeman on the Future of DemocracyJoin us for the United to Preserve Democracy and the Rule of Law event, co-sponsored by DemocracyFIRST, with historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman.
2024-11-121h 12
Food Waste MattersS2E20. The People Behind Our Plates with Dr Joanne Freeman and Helen JohnstonIn this episode of Food Waste Matters, join Dr Joanne Freeman and Helen Johnston from Honey & Fox as they explore practical solutions for reducing food waste. They revisit insightful conversations with passionate industry experts who are making a difference in sustainability and community health. While all guests in this season shared wonderful wisdom and stories, three guests in particular really got us thinking in several positive ways. This episode features:
Michelle Masher, Ugly Duck Fine Foods – discusses creative ways to turn surplus produce into delicious jams and relishes.
Libby McKay, Eat Well Tasmania – emphasises the bene...
2024-11-0633 minFood Waste MattersS2E18. Don't Forget the Regions! with Dr Joanne Freeman and Julie BatesAustralia. Fertile land and an abundance of agricultural products. So, what does this mean when it comes to food waste?
Regional businesses sustain the economy throughout Australia, particularly in the agricultural and food sectors. Despite their importance, these businesses often struggle with implementing sustainable practices, such as decreasing food waste, due to limited resources, lack of knowledge, and capacity constraints. This episode is all about the regions, as Linda Bonney joins Dr Joanne Freeman from Honey & Fox and Julie Bates from Regional Development Australia Murraylands Riverland (RDAMR). Both Jo and Julie are research participants for End Food W...
2024-10-0837 min
On with Kara SwisherStay Tuned with Preet: Elections, Now & Then (with Joanne Freeman)On with Kara Swisher is off for the Labor Day holiday, and we’re sharing an episode of friend-of-the-pod Preet Bharara's podcast Stay Tuned with Preet. In the episode you’re about to hear, Preet interviews leading U.S. political historian Joanne Freeman. Their conversation covers what may turn out to be the craziest 33 days in modern American history – from the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, to President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from the presidential race – and the momentum behind Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. On will be back...
2024-09-021h 17
Dialogue with Marcia FranklinJoanne Freeman: The Past as Present Marcia Franklin talks with Yale Professor of History Joanne Freeman about her book The Field of Blood. In it, Freeman illustrates how the U.S. Congress leading up to the Civil War was a more violent body than previously thought. Franklin asks her about parallels to current tensions in Congress. Freeman also discusses her next book, "Hunting for Hamilton," and the value of studying history. Don't forget to subscribe, and visit the Dialogue website for more conversations that matter. Originally Aired: 11/8/2019 ...
2024-08-0429 min
CAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 8/1: Joanne FreemanIn this Insider bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet speaks with political historian Joanne Freeman about Vice President Kamala Harris’s prospects in the upcoming presidential election.Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #askpreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2024-08-0107 min
Stay Tuned with PreetElections, Now & Then (with Joanne Freeman)Joanne Freeman is a professor of American History at Yale University and a leading expert on U.S. political history. Joanne joins Preet to discuss political violence, historic presidential races, and how our country’s past might inform what happens next in this election season.For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/joanne-freeman-elections-kamala-harris-biden-trump-violence-democracy/Have a question for Preet? Ask @PreetBharara on Threads, or Twitter with the hashtag #AskPreet. Email us at staytuned@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a vo...
2024-08-011h 16
Now & ThenStay Tuned 8/1: Elections, Now & Then (with Joanne Freeman)Former Now & Then co-host Joanne Freeman joins Preet Bharara on Stay Tuned with Preet. They discuss Biden’s decision not to seek reelection, how Democrats have embraced Vice President Kamala Harris, what to expect in the November election, & more.Listen to the full episode: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/joanne-freeman-elections-kamala-harris-biden-trump-violence-democracy/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-08-0111 minCAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 8/1: Joanne FreemanIn this Insider bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet speaks with political historian Joanne Freeman about Vice President Kamala Harris’s prospects in the upcoming presidential election.Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #askpreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2024-08-0107 min
Downtown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #316Guests: Dr. Joanne Freeman and John McEuen
Historian Dr. Joanne Freeman, author of THE FIELD OF BLOOD, discusses political violence in America, past and present.
Musician John McEuen, a founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, talks about his new solo album, THE NEWSMAN.
2024-07-2443 minPodcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The Podcast Episode #316Guests: Dr. Joanne Freeman and John McEuen
Historian Dr. Joanne Freeman, author of THE FIELD OF BLOOD, discusses political violence in America, past and present.
Musician John McEuen, a founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, talks about his new solo album, THE NEWSMAN.
2024-07-2443 min
This is DemocracyThis is Democracy – Episode 270: Political ViolenceThis week, Jeremi and Zachary are joined by Joanne Freeman to discuss political violence in the American political landscape from a historical perspective, and disperse some of the myths and misconceptions around it.
Zachary sets the scene with his poem entitled "The War of Independence"
Joanne Freeman is the Class of 1954 Professor of American History and American Studies at Yale University. She is the author of two groundbreaking books on political violence in America history: Affairs of Honor: National Politics in the New Republic and The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War...
2024-07-1941 min
Reckoning with Jason HerbertEpisode 86: National Treasure with Joanne Freeman and The WibberleysHappy 6th birthday to HATM! This week we have something special for you: the film that started it all! And as a bonus, we asked the screenwriters of National Treasure, Cormac and Marianne Wibberley to join me and Joanne Freeman to talk about the creation of the film, what it has to say about history, and the movie's legacy. This is a fun time.About our guests:Cormac and Marianne Wibberley are a screenwriting team with multiple credits to their name including National Treasure, National Treasure: Book of Secrets, and Bad Boyz II.Joanne...
2024-07-151h 20
Fareed Zakaria GPSThe assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump: Political implications, how the attack could have taken place, and the history of political violence in AmericaToday on the show, Fareed is joined by an expert panel to discuss the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Eurasia Group president Ian Bremmer, New Yorker staff writer Evan Osnos, and CNN presidential historian Timothy Naftali all join to talk about the political implications of the attack and growing global concerns surrounding the health of American democracy. Next, CNN’s Chief Law Enforcement and Intelligence Analyst John Miller joins Fareed to discuss how the shooter was able to carry out his attack, despite the high levels of security present at the rally in Penn...
2024-07-1442 min
Reckoning with Jason HerbertFranklin Episode 7 with Kelsa Pellettiere, Michael Hattem, and Joanne FreemanListen. You don't need to have watched the Franklin series at this point. Listen to THIS POD. This one. Everything you need is here. We've got Kelsa Pellettiere. We have Michael Hattem. We have JOANNE FREEMAN. We have colonial ideologies and diatribes on where an American Revolution series should go. We have disappointment in Michael Douglas. We have fart jokes. We have codfish (you'll see). Easily one of the most fun conversations of my life. Enjoy.About our guests:Kelsa Pelletiere is the guest host for the duration of the Franklin podcast miniseries. I...
2024-05-131h 46
Sane(ish) with Jo CarducciThe People of Texas Are Nothing Like Their Politicians: With Guest Zack FreemanZack Freeman, Concerned Parent in North Texas, joins us to discuss the craziness of politics in Texas, how the people of Texas do not represent their politics, and a new law that lets schools use safety funds to pay for unlicensed chaplains that don't need a background check working as counselors in schools.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.Subscribe and Follow Jo:https://linktr.ee/jojofromjerz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-02-191h 15
This DayA Brawl In Congress (1798) w/ Joanne FreemanIt’s January 30th. This day in 1798, representatives Roger Lyon and Matthew Griswold get into a fight on the house floor — with spitting, wrestling, and even a caning.
Jody, Niki, and Kellie are joined by Yale history professor Joanne Freeman to talk about why Lyon and Griswold came to blows and what the incident says about the moments of extreme partisanship and violence in American politics.
Be sure to check out Joanne’s Friday morning series “History Matters and So Does Coffee.”
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2024-01-3022 minThis DayA Brawl In Congress (1798) w/ Joanne FreemanIt’s January 30th. This day in 1798, representatives Roger Lyon and Matthew Griswold get into a fight on the house floor — with spitting, wrestling, and even a caning.
Jody, Niki, and Kellie are joined by Yale history professor Joanne Freeman to talk about why Lyon and Griswold came to blows and what the incident says about the moments of extreme partisanship and violence in American politics.
Be sure to check out Joanne’s Friday morning series “History Matters and So Does Coffee.”
Sign up for our newsletter! Get your hands on This Day merch!...
2024-01-3022 min
The Universal Dancer PodcastJoAnne Tucker, Author of Torah in Motion: Creating Dance Midrash and the "Mostly Dance" BlogIn this enlightening interview, I sit down with JoAnne Tucker, an incredible woman whose life has revolved around the transformative power of dance. JoAnne shares her journey, beginning with her early days dancing to her grandmother's piano tunes through her education at the prestigious Graham Studio and The Juilliard School and her creation of the Avodah Dance Ensemble.
She opens up about her experiences using dance as a method of empowerment and healing in women's correctional institutions and her transition into the world of filmmaking with her non-profit film company, Healing Voices – Personal Stories. One of their im...
2023-11-3053 min
C-SPAN BookshelfBN: Historians Douglas Brinkley, Joanne Freeman, Edna Medford and H.W. Brands on the Experiment of Democracy in AmericaAt the beginning of November, the George Washington Presidential Library in Mount Vernon celebrated its 10th anniversary with a symposium titled, "The Great Experiment – Democracy from the Founding to the Future." Guests on this panel included: Historians H.W. Brands of the University of Texas, Douglas Brinkley of Rice, Joanne Freeman of Yale, and Edna Medford of Howard University. One point of the discussion was the Mount Vernon poll that found that 2/3rds of Americans are pessimistic about the country's direction and dissatisfied with the political climate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2023-11-281h 32
Booknotes+Ep. 142 Historians Douglas Brinkley, Joanne Freeman, Edna Medford and H.W. Brands on the Experiment of Democracy in AmericaAt the beginning of November, the George Washington Presidential Library in Mount Vernon celebrated its 10th anniversary with a symposium titled, "The Great Experiment – Democracy from the Founding to the Future." Guests on this panel included: Historians H.W. Brands of the University of Texas, Douglas Brinkley of Rice, Joanne Freeman of Yale, and Edna Medford of Howard University. One point of the discussion was the Mount Vernon poll that found that 2/3rds of Americans are pessimistic about the country's direction and dissatisfied with the political climate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2023-11-281h 32Podcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The Podcast Episode #273Guest: Joanne Freeman & Karina Rykman
Yale historian, author, and podcast host, Dr. Joanne Freeman, talked with us about the state of the nation.
Musician and singer Karina Rykman discusses her debut album, JOYRIDE, coproduced by Trey Anastasio of Phish.
2023-08-2841 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #273Guest: Joanne Freeman & Karina Rykman
Yale historian, author, and podcast host, Dr. Joanne Freeman, talked with us about the state of the nation.
Musician and singer Karina Rykman discusses her debut album, JOYRIDE, coproduced by Trey Anastasio of Phish.
2023-08-2841 minDowntown: The PodcastDr. Joanne Freeman 8.18.23http://www.downtownwithrichkimball.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/18164841/Joanne-Freeman-08.18.23AIRED.mp3
Yale historian, author, and podcast host Dr. Joanne Freeman returned to the show this afternoon to discuss a wide range of topics, from freedom of the press to political violence, women’s sports, and Broadway musicals.
Dr. Freeman is the author of THE FIELD OF BLOOD and hosts the webcast, HISTORY MATTERS, available at: NCHEteach.org/conversations
2023-08-1800 min
Library of America presents LOA LIVEWho Tells Your Story: Joanne B. Freeman on Hamilton and HistoryJuly 28, 2020 — As Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton streams on Disney+, Joanne B. Freeman, Professor of History and American Studies at Yale University and editor of the Library of America edition of Hamilton’s writing (which helped to inspire Miranda), discusses the musical and what it tells us about how history is made and remade.
Presented in partnership with the National Council for History Education, the New-York Historical Society, the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, the American Historical Association, and the Museum of the American Revolution.
2023-04-141h 01
Dave Mac's Local LegendJoanne Collins - Balcony TV CorkBalconyTV is a cultural phenomenon that has been syndicated to 100 cities around the world, it’s brokered million dollar deals, clocked up hundreds of millions of international viewers, and is now owned by one of the largest record companies in the world. Joanne produced Balcony TV Cork. It was the longest running of them all. Started in Dublin in 2006, the brainchild of Stephen O'Regan, Tom Millett, and Pauline Freeman. Put together by Mark Graham (King Kong Company) a new three part podcast tells the story of the Rise and Fall of Balcony TV. During her time with Balcony TV, Joanne ai...
2023-01-2504 min
Around The EmpireEp 271 ATE Live Ukraine War Panel with Connor Freeman, Kelley Lane, Patrick MacFarlane, Riley Waggaman, Dan Wright Panel: Joanne Leon, Connor Freeman, Kelley Lane, Patrick MacFarlane, Riley Waggaman, Dan Wright. Discussion about the war in Ukraine and latest developments. Recorded on September 15, 2022. Music by Fluorescent Grey. Reference Links: Ukraine's counterattack: Unheeded warnings from Russia's pro-war hardliners, Riley Waggaman Military summary channel Around the Empire aroundtheempire.com is listener supported, independent media. SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW on Rokfin rokfin.com/aroundtheempire, Patreon patreon.com/aroundtheempire, Paypal paypal.me/aroundtheempirepod, YouTube youtube.com/aroundtheempire, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, Google Podcasts FOLLOW @aroundtheempire and @jo...
2022-11-301h 21Around The EmpireEp 261 War in Ukraine Panel Podcast Panel: Connor Freeman, Kelley Lane, Joanne Leon, Stephen Semler, Dan Wright. A wide ranging discussion about the war in Ukraine, the possible escalation to nuclear war and the billions of dollars being approved by Congress. FOLLOW @stephensemler, @WrightLeaning, @Kelleyswords, @FreemansMind96, @joanneleon, @AroundtheEmpire Around the Empire aroundtheempire.com is listener supported, independent media. SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW on Rokfin rokfin.com/aroundtheempire, Patreon patreon.com/aroundtheempire, Paypal paypal.me/aroundtheempirepod, YouTube youtube.com/aroundtheempire, Spotify, iTunes, iHeart, Google Podcasts FOLLOW @aroundtheempire and @joanneleon. Join us on TELEGRAM https://t.me/AroundtheEmpire ...
2022-06-281h 52
EA UnlockedBuckley Speaker Series Features Historian Dr. Joanne B. FreemanThis year's Walter W. Buckley, Jr. '55 American History Lecture Series featured Dr. Joanne B. Freeman. The noted historian specializes in the politics and political culture of the revolutionary and early national periods of American History. She is also a leading expert on the life of Alexander Hamilton. During her day on campus, Dr. Freeman also met with students and EA Unlocked host, Dr. T.J. Locke.
2022-04-2018 min
Listening to AmericaThe Field of Blood with Joanne FreemanClay Jenkinson welcomes Yale Professor of History Joanne Freeman for a one on one conversation about her new book, The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War. In the book, Freeman writes about the physical violence on the floor of the US Congress in the decades before the Civil War. Legislative sessions were often punctuated by mortal threats, canings, flipped desks, and all-out slugfests. Mentioned on this episode. Support the show by joining the 1776 Club or by donating to the Thomas Jefferson Hour, Inc. You can learn more about Clay's cult...
2022-04-0556 min
The Future in ContextForeshadowing Disunion (Ep. 42)The radicalization of a congressional clerk in the 1800s and the introduction of the telegraph set a young country on a new trajectory. The Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol stands as a prevailing symbol of the country’s present-day polarization. But while the brutality of that day sits in the minds of many Americans as unprecedented, Yale historian Joanne Freeman reminds us that violence within the Capitol has a long history. In The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War, Joanne Freeman details the congressional brawls, threats, beatings, stabbings and gu...
2022-03-1225 min
The Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeacher to University Career's OfficerNatalie Freeman has made an amazing transition from languages teacher to careers professional. She talks to Jo about her journey through Further Education and Secondary schools inspiring young people with some fascinating projects. Now working with university students, Nat shares how she's used her transferable skills to successfully transition out of the classroom and land her dream job at the University of East Anglia as their Award Officer.In this podcast, we also explore:The difficulties faced by teachers heading towards burnout in the profession (1:50)The types of p...
2022-02-1536 minAround The EmpireEp 247 Can Ukraine Crisis Be Solved Without War? (Swapcast)Swapcast with the hosts of Conflicts of Interest Podcast: Kyle Anzalone and Connor Freeman. We talk about the crisis in U.S.-Russian relations. This roundtable first covers Washington and NATO’s written responses to Moscow regarding last month’s Russian security proposals and then we discuss the threat of war, the potential scope of such a war, why Russia is likely no longer concerned about further U.S. sanctions, the role of CIA paramilitaries on the front line, the shutdown of the Ukrainian opposition, and the increasing influence of Nazis and Nazi adjacent elements in Ukraine’s power struct...
2022-01-311h 08Now & ThenWhen Americans Can't Turn AwayWhat kinds of events have inspired Americans to become activists? On this episode of Now & Then, “When Americans Can’t Turn Away,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman highlight moments where everyday people have spoken up to defend their rights and those of their neighbors. Heather and Joanne look at the catalyzing effects of the 1779 Battle of New Haven, John Quincy Adams’s 1840s crusade against the Gag Rule, and the 1946 blinding of Black World War II veteran Isaac Woodard. What does it take for Americans to suspend their everyday lives to support a cause? Why is activism important in a dem...
2022-01-2547 min
ChatterViolence on Capitol Hill with Joanne FreemanOn this special January 6 episode of Chatter, David Priess speaks with historian and author Joanne Freeman about the history of violence on Capitol Hill and its relevance for the political situation today. They discussed the origins of assaults by and between U.S. representatives and senators, the culture and practice of dueling, the infamous caning of Senator Charles Sumner in the Senate chamber in 1856, how increasing violence in Congress reflected the country's movement toward Civil War, and why all of it has echoes today in the violent imagery and increasing threats of assault on Capitol Hill. ...
2022-01-061h 32
Up Against The MobNow & Then - Associations: From the Masons to the MobWhat’s the history of associations and powerful internal groups in American life? On this episode of Now & Then, “Associations: From the Masons to the Mob,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the popularity of the Freemasons and other secret clubs among the early national elite, the growth of political machines like Tammany Hall during the 1800s, and the development of organized crime during Prohibition. Then, Elie Honig, the host of Up Against the Mob and a former mafia prosecutor, joins Heather and Joanne to discuss the origins and goals of the controversial Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO...
2021-11-101h 05Now & ThenAssociations: From the Masons to the MobWhat’s the history of associations and powerful internal groups in American life? On this episode of Now & Then, “Associations: From the Masons to the Mob,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the popularity of the Freemasons and other secret clubs among the early national elite, the growth of political machines like Tammany Hall during the 1800s, and the development of organized crime during Prohibition. Then, Elie Honig, the host of Up Against the Mob and a former mafia prosecutor, joins Heather and Joanne to discuss the origins and goals of the controversial Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO...
2021-11-091h 03
Dialogue with Marcia FranklinHistorian Joanne Freeman: The Past as PresentMarcia Franklin talks with Yale Professor of History Joanne Freeman about her book The Field of Blood. In it, Freeman illustrates how the U.S. Congress leading up to the Civil War was a more violent body than previously thought. Franklin asks her about parallels to current tensions in Congress. Freeman also discusses her next book, "Hunting for Hamilton," and the value of studying history. Don't forget to subscribe, and visit the Dialogue website for more conversations that matter. Originally Aired: 11/8/2019 The interview is part of Dialogue's series "Conversations from the Sun Valley...
2021-10-2429 minNow & ThenThe Rise of Bully PoliticsOn this episode of Now & Then, “The Rise of Bully Politics,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman revisit the 1980 presidential election between Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. They reflect on how the rancorous contest signaled a rise in partisan aggression and dominance politics in American life. They also tie the type of bullying that emerged in full force in 1980 back to the 1850s and the violence that preceded the Civil War. How did Reagan’s extreme comments during the campaign hearken back to this earlier age of bluster and polarization? How did Reagan’s tone signal a change in the Repu...
2021-10-1945 minNow & ThenSpeakers of the House: Velvet Gloves and Iron FistsOn this episode of Now & Then, “Speakers of the House: Velvet Gloves and Iron Fists,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman revisit significant Speakers of the House and the development of the role in American politics. They reflect on legendary Speakers Henry Clay, Thomas Brackett Reed, and Tip O’Neill. In the process, they examine how Speakers leverage their influence over the legislative process and the culture of congress. How did the Speakership become such a crucial role in Washington? How do Speakers balance control with collaboration? And how can iconic Speakers from the past help to contextualize Speaker Nancy...
2021-10-1251 minNow & ThenSplit Party PoliticsOn this episode of Now & Then, “Split Party Politics,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss cycles of in-fighting, tension and collapse in American political parties. They begin with the Federalists and their ill-fated Hartford Convention, explain the reconstitution of both the Democrats and Republicans during the early 1880s, and talk through the current political battles and demographic shifts affecting the Republican Party. Why do political parties collapse? How does partisan dysfunction change the legislative process? And can the past show us how the current splits in the GOP will end?Join CAFE Insider to l...
2021-10-0548 minNow & ThenGovernment Debt RouletteOn this episode of Now & Then, “Government Debt Roulette,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the dynamics of the current political battle over raising the debt ceiling. Then, they offer an overview of debt in American history, from Alexander Hamilton’s belief in using debt to build the country, to how President Lincoln offset Civil War debt, to the politicization of the debt ceiling by Republicans over the last 30 years. What can debt accomplish? What can debt damage? And how have American views on debt and credit shifted over time? Join CAFE Insider to list...
2021-09-2847 minNow & ThenNew York, New YorkOn this episode of Now & Then, “New York, New York,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the 20th anniversary of September 11th, 2001 attacks and the larger role of New York over the course of American history. How did the Dutch help lend the Big Apple its economic and cultural identity? Why isn’t New York the U.S. capital? How did newspapers transform NYC’s political power? Why are there so many apocalyptic movies set in New York? And what has made the city such a resilient and powerful locus for innovation and community? Join CA...
2021-09-2150 min
For the Ages: A History PodcastA Conversation with Joanne Freeman: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil WarEsteemed historian and Yale University professor Joanne B. Freeman illuminates the tensions and conflicts in U.S. Congress in the decades leading up to the Civil War, when legislative sessions were often punctuated by mortal threats and physical altercations. Recorded January 7, 2021
2021-08-2327 min
ComebaCK: What’s Your Story?ComebaCK INTERVIEW #154 - Joanne Freeman - Counseling/Mindfulness/Stress ManagementJoanne Freeman is a counsellor, mindfulness coach and stress management consultant from the UK.
In today’s episode we discuss her background in mental health and seeking therapy, (empathetic nature and emotionally distant relationships), and her work today, where she deals with numerous clients through techniques such as breath work and mindfulness. Joanne also compiled a host of very interesting resources for those seeking support, in both book and podcast form. Thank you, Joanne!
You can find out more about Joanne at www.joannefreeman.co.uk and @joannefreeman on Instagram and more about ComebaCK at @thecomebackwithck on Instagram.
2021-08-1542 minAround The EmpireEp 232 The Escalation Ladder With China feat Connor Freeman Guest: Connor Freeman. We talk about the escalation ladder of hostilities with China and how it developed under the last four presidents and how we seem to climb further up that ladder every day. In a long bonus episode we talk about the fall of Saigon moment in Afghanistan, playing out right now. We recorded this episode less than 48 hours ago but things are changing so rapidly that I added an update at the end of the bonus episode. Connor Freeman is a writer at the Libertarian Institute, primarily covering foreign policy. He ha...
2021-08-151h 02Now & ThenJudging the Supreme CourtOn this episode of Now & Then, “Judging the Supreme Court,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the recently-concluded Supreme Court term, and they place the Roberts Court in the context of other consequential Supreme Courts throughout American history, from the Marshall Court of the early 19th century, to the Taney Court and its infamous Dred Scott decision of 1857, to the progressive Warren Court of the mid 20th century, and finally to the modern era. Join CAFE Insider to listen to “Backstage,” where Heather and Joanne chat each week about the anecdotes and ideas that formed the episode...
2021-07-1350 minNow & ThenCreating Federal Holidays, July 4th to JuneteenthOn this episode of Now & Then, “Creating Federal Holidays, July 4th to Juneteenth,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the recent debate over making Juneteenth a Federal holiday. Then, Heather and Joanne look at the earlier debates that accompanied the creations of July 4th, Columbus Day, and Election Day, with a focus on the economic, moral, and political considerations that went into the formations of these iconic American celebrations. Join CAFE Insider to listen to “Backstage,” where Heather and Joanne chat each week about the anecdotes and ideas that formed the episode. And for a limited time, use...
2021-07-0653 min
The Gray Area with Sean IllingIntroducing: Now & ThenNow & Then is a new podcast from CAFE hosted by award-winning historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman. Every Tuesday, Heather and Joanne use their encyclopedic knowledge of US history to bring the past to life. Together, they make sense of the week in news by discussing the people, ideas, and events that got us here today.Learn more: https://cafe.com/now-and-then/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wDS3Y2t0RyQ3ncCUxiNs6?si=nx7w7exNRZ-AWHLv9T1qZg&dl_branch=1Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com...
2021-07-0158 minNow & ThenCorrupting the CommonwealthOn this episode of Now & Then, “Corrupting the Commonwealth,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss recent reporting that the Trump Department of Justice subpoenaed the metadata of journalists and members of Congress. Heather and Joanne then look at three past reckonings over accusations of presidential corruption: Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson’s back-and-forth over the First Bank of the United States, the break in the 1870s Republican Party over President Grant’s enforcement of voting rights in the South, and President Nixon’s justifications for his notorious “black bag” operations. In the process, Heather and Joanne zero in on the morphin...
2021-06-2947 minNow & ThenQAnon, Cults, and CutleryOn the fourth episode of Now & Then, “QAnon, Cults, and Cutlery,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the recent FBI assessment of QAnon as a violent domestic terrorism threat. They also reflect on the historical relationship between cults and the government, from the Salem Witch Trials, to the utopian Oneida Community, to the tragic saga of Jonestown. Join CAFE Insider to listen to “Backstage,” where Heather and Joanne chat each week about the anecdotes and ideas that formed the episode. And for a limited time, use the code HISTORY for 50% off the annual membership price. Head to www.ca...
2021-06-2245 minNow & ThenBattling Over Critical Race TheoryOn the third episode of Now & Then, “Battling Over Critical Race Theory,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the current debate over Critical Race Theory and the development of American historical scholarship, from Parson Weems’s fables, to George Washington Williams’ pioneering histories of Black America, to Reagan-era controversies over “Western Civilization” courses, to the influential work of Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw.Join CAFE Insider to listen to “Backstage,” where Heather and Joanne chat each week about the anecdotes and ideas that formed the episode. And for a limited time, use the code HISTORY for 50% off the annual membership...
2021-06-1558 min
WorldlyIntroducing: Now & ThenNow & Then is a new podcast from CAFE hosted by award-winning historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman. Every Tuesday, Heather and Joanne use their encyclopedic knowledge of US history to bring the past to life. Together, they make sense of the week in news by discussing the people, ideas, and events that got us here today.Learn more: https://cafe.com/now-and-then/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6wDS3Y2t0RyQ3ncCUxiNs6?si=nx7w7exNRZ-AWHLv9T1qZg&dl_branch=1Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com...
2021-06-1246 minNow & ThenInvestigating DemocracyOn the second episode of Now & Then, “Investigating Democracy,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the history of congressional commissions, following the Senate Republican filibuster of the proposed commission to investigate the January 6th insurrection. Heather and Joanne look back on investigations of the 1856 caning of Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner, the 1871 Ku Klux Klan hearings, and the 1954 back-and-forth between Senator Joseph McCarthy and the Army. In the process, they explore the partisanship and lasting cultural impact of these commissions and what that says about the utility of a January 6th Commission. Join CAFE Insider to listen to “Ba...
2021-06-0846 minCAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 6/3: Heather Cox Richardson & Joanne FreemanIn this bonus from Stay Tuned, historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss whether they ever disagree, Joanne’s unusual housepet, and 1970s popular culture. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.
2021-06-0307 minCAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 6/3: Heather Cox Richardson & Joanne FreemanIn this bonus from Stay Tuned, historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss whether they ever disagree, Joanne’s unusual housepet, and 1970s popular culture. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.
2021-06-0307 minStay Tuned with PreetSo What & Who Cares? (with Heather Cox Richardson & Joanne Freeman)On this episode of Stay Tuned, “So What & Who Cares?” Preet answers listener questions about his efforts to have a word added to the dictionary, and the unique nature of grand juries. Then, Preet interviews award-winning historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman, who are the co-hosts of the new CAFE podcast, Now & Then. The first episode is out now. Just search and follow “Now & Then” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Don’t miss the bonus for CAFE Insiders, where the historians discuss whether they ever dis...
2021-06-031h 05Now & ThenEntangling AlliancesOn this first episode of Now & Then, “Entangling Alliances,” Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman discuss the emerging Biden Doctrine and the relationship between foreign and domestic policy throughout American history. Heather and Joanne focus on the French Revolution, Teddy Roosevelt’s progressive turn, and the cultural legacies of the Vietnam War as three moments from “then” that can particularly inform this transitional moment for America’s role in the world. Join CAFE Insider to listen to “Backstage,” where Heather and Joanne chat each week about the anecdotes and ideas that formed the episode. And for a limited...
2021-06-0148 minStay Tuned with PreetCAFE Insider Sample 5/25: Investigating TrumpIn this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce break down New York Attorney General Letitia James’ decision to join the Manhattan District Attorney’s criminal investigation into The Trump Organization.In the full episode, they discuss the debate in Congress over launching a 9/11-style commission to investigate the January 6th insurrection at the Capitol, and the Supreme Court’s decision to review a major abortion case.To listen to the full episode and get access to all exclusive CAFE Insider content, including audio notes from Preet, Joyce, Elie Honig, Barb McQuade, Asha Rangap...
2021-05-2615 min
Stay Tuned with PreetCAFE Live (with Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman)On March 11th, 2021, CAFE hosted eminent history professors Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman for a wide-ranging discussion about presidential history and what makes a “game-changing” administration.
The conversation, which took place on the same day that President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act into law, positioned the new administration within the highly successful early ventures of Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Professors Richardson and Freeman also talked through the broader qualities of presidential “game changers,” debated which other presidents might qualify, and answered viewer questions.
For the video version of the event, head to: cafe.com/gene...
2021-03-2254 min
Yoga In My SchoolBONUS: Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness w David TreleavenBONUS EPISODE:Originally this interview was published exclusively on YouTube. We've added it here as a complement to our previous episode, Trauma Informed Yoga with Joanne Spence. We encourage all to receive trauma informed training that we can help heal and support one another in respectful, compassionate ways.Join Yoga In My School founder Donna Freeman as she chats with David Treleaven about mindfulness, trauma informed practices, the wisdom of the body, and how to empower all to practice mindfulness in a safe, wise and caring way.David's book Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness...
2021-03-1731 min
Stay Tuned with PreetHealth of a Nation (with Atul Gawande)On this week’s episode of Stay Tuned, “Health of a Nation,” Preet answers listener questions about the allegations against New York Governor Andew Cuomo; the For the People Act (H.R. 1); and the upcoming CAFE Live Zoom Event, which will take place today, March 11th, at 6 PM ET. (Sign up here for the event, which will feature historians Heather Cox Richardson and Joanne Freeman in conversation about the presidential administrations that changed the course of history, and the outlook for President Biden.)
Then, Preet is joined by Atul Gawande, a surgeon and New Yorker staff writer who has written extensi...
2021-03-1100 minYoga In My SchoolTrauma Informed Yoga with Joanne Spence plus GiveawayDonna Freeman, founder of Yoga In My School and host of the podcast, recently sat down and chatted with Joanne Spence about her new book Trauma Informed Yoga (release date March 9. 2021).Listen to their conversation about trauma, the importance of becoming trauma informed, polyvagal theory and why it's important, and specific tools that everyone/anyone can use to help self regulate. Enter to win a copy of her book. Contest runs March 1-8, 2021. Open to all 18 years of age and over. Winner will be contacted via email. Multiple entries encouraged.Highlights Include:2:48 Wel...
2021-03-0143 min
The Backlog | Inspiring conversations by ADAPTOVATERay Freeman talks with Joanne TrottaThe Missing Element of Transformation. This episode is hosted by one of our ADAPTOVATE team in the US, Ray Freeman who is a regular guest host with us. Ray is in conversation with Joanne Trotta, Owner of Leaders Edge Inc. of Canada. In this episode they discuss how to create a sustainable leadership culture in your business.
Show Notes:http://www.adaptovate.com/http://www.thrivingcultureshow.com/ - Ray Freeman's own podcastLeaders Edge Inc https://www.leadersedgeinc.com/
2021-02-0928 min
SHE - UNPLUGGED#027 JoAnne Freeman - Brand yourselfImpact & Influence Training
JoAnne Freeman is Canadian and her own business called SWIM upstream in 1999. She offers meeting facilitation, team building as well as female leadership and Brand Me training.
JoAnne graduated from Carleton University Ottawa in Sociology and has studied International Cooperation, Dramatherapy and Transactional Analysis.
She has worked as a Sociology professor in Canada and Geneva and in Humanitarian project management in Haiti, Niger, India and Nepal. She co-founded DIAFORA in Paris a leader in women’s leadership training and corporate gender initiatives.
JoAnne is a proud TreeSister and has written a...
2020-12-1147 min
Virginia HumanitiesThe Age of Antiquarians (from "Best of BackStory: Joanne Freeman")Historian Seth Cotlar tells Joanne about 19th century Antiquarians, collectors nostalgic for the “olden times” (i.e. the 18th century.)
2020-10-0912 minVirginia HumanitiesTowards an Inclusive Congress (from "Best of BackStory: Joanne Freeman")Joanne talks to Senator Tammy Duckworth about her life of service and what it takes to change the culture of Congress.
2020-10-0913 min
The Gist of Freedom Preserving American History through Black Literature . . .Hamilton Lectures on Ethnicity, Ron Chernow Prof. James Horton Prof Joanne FreeAlexander Hamilton"s Ethnicity and Abolitionism has been scrutinized since the Hit Broadway Play. We share these clips from 2004, July 12th a Discussion at the 200th Memorial of Hamilton's duel. Author Ron Chernow was asked to address Hamilton's ethicity by Harlem's very own QUEEN MOTHER DR. DELAUISE BLAKELY. Clip number two is a Abraham Lincoln's Speech on the framers of the Constitution and Their Votes on Slavery, read by Actor Sam Waterson. Clip number three is an excellent presentation on Hamilton's duel by Yale Professor Joanne Freeman.
This is an excellent time for you to visit a few of the Histori...
2020-07-1553 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #111Marshall Crenshaw & Joanne Freeman.
Singer-songwriter Marshall Crenshaw discusses his career and the re-issue of his 1999 album, “Miracle Of Science”.
Yale historian and author (“The Field Of Blood”) Dr. Joanne B. Freeman talks about the constitution, the upcoming election, and more.
2020-06-2450 minPodcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The Podcast Episode #111Marshall Crenshaw & Joanne Freeman.
Singer-songwriter Marshall Crenshaw discusses his career and the re-issue of his 1999 album, “Miracle Of Science”.
Yale historian and author (“The Field Of Blood”) Dr. Joanne B. Freeman talks about the constitution, the upcoming election, and more.
2020-06-2450 min
BackStoryBest of BackStory: The Time Joanne Freeman Went to CongressAs BackStory moves towards the end of its production, we’ve asked our hosts to select memorable moments from the show that we’re publishing as episodes once per month.
Joanne Freeman joined BackStory in 2017, and has since had hundreds of conversations on a huge variety of topics. But during this time, a few of these interviews surprised and moved her as a historian, and as a woman in unexpected ways.
So in this best of BackStory, Joanne presents three of these striking conversations from her time on the show. You’ll learn about a decades-old family secret, and fin...
2020-05-1543 minBackStoryBest of BackStory: The Time Joanne Freeman Went to CongressAs BackStory moves towards the end of its production, we’ve asked our hosts to select memorable moments from the show that we’re publishing as episodes once per month.
Joanne Freeman joined BackStory in 2017, and has since had hundreds of conversations on a huge variety of topics. But during this time, a few of these interviews surprised and moved her as a historian, and as a woman in unexpected ways.
So in this best of BackStory, Joanne presents three of these striking conversations from her time on the show. You’ll learn about a decades-old family secret, and fin...
2020-05-1543 min
Pomona College SagecastBackstories: Joanne Freeman '84In this episode, we’re joined by alumna and Alexander Hamilton expert Joanne Freeman ’84, Professor of American History at Yale University.
A scholar of political conflict, Freeman shares how conflict often led to physical violence from the founding fathers onward. She focuses much of her research on Alexander Hamilton, one of the nation’s first victims of political violence.
A fan of Hamilton way before the musical made its debut, Freeman tells us how many times she’s seen the musical, what she thinks of it and how she got Lin-Manuel Miranda to attend her birthday...
2020-05-1341 min
The Other Side Of PerfectKeith Barry talks magic, super activity mode, the science behind hypnosis, and having a cast iron mindsetOn Episode 2 we have magic man Keith Barry, which I thought was an appropriate episode for the festive season. Keith is a magician, hypnotist, mentalist, escapologist and biometric hacker. He’s had a pretty impressive and eccentric career, including acting as the Magic consultant for the 'Now You See Me' movies and star of the Discovery TV show, 'Deception With Keith Barry'. He’s appeared on The Ellen Show and Jimmy Kimmel, and works as a private mind coach with business leaders, sports legends and rock stars on how to unlock the power of the mind. I wanted to chat...
2019-12-2954 min
Democracy ForumDemocracy Forum 10/18/19: Hate and Fear in Politics: How fear and Anger Endanger DemocracyHost: Ann Luther, League of Women Voters of Maine Engineer: Amy Browne Program Topic: Hate and Fear in Politics: How fear and anger endanger democracy Key Discussion Points: We talk about hate and fear in politics and whether they undermine democracy: How panic and fear make space for abandoning the rule of law and the regular order; How when we demonize the opposition, it makes room for extraordinary measures to stop them. Guests: Joanne Freeman, Professor of history and American studies at Yale University history.yale.edu/people/joanne-freeman Steve Wessler, Maine human rights educator, trainer, and advocate specializing...
2019-10-1800 min
Leadership and Legacy: Conversations at the George Washington Presidential Library127. Walking through The Field of Blood with Joanne B. FreemanWhat comes to mind when you think about Congress in the nineteenth century? Perhaps you imagine great orators like Henry Clay or Daniel Webster declaiming on the important issues then facing the republic. And yes, in 1856, South Carolina Congressman Preston Brooks attacked Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner on the floor of the Senate. But Congress generally was model of solemnity, right? Well, you would be wrong. As Dr. Joanne B. Freeman of Yale University argues in her latest book, The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to...
2019-10-1053 minA Journey Through HistoryA Journey Through History to discuss Field of Blood: violence in Congress and the road to civil war DB92299 by Joanne B. Freeman 03/05/2019NLS ANNOTATION
The field of blood: violence in Congress and the road to civil war DB92299
Freeman, Joanne B. Reading time: 11 hours, 21 minutes.
Read by Joanne B. Freeman.
U.S. History
2019-03-0600 min
Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes PodcastPolitics and Violence with Joanne B. FreemanImagine what would happen if your Senator was beaten bloody on the Senate floor. Or if your Congressperson pulled a gun on a member of the opposition party. Our current political climate is ugly but that kind of violence would be unfathomable today. In the early and mid-1800s however, it was a whole different story. Joanne Freeman spent 17 years wrenching out the hidden history of just how endemic violence was within the political class in the decades leading up to the Civil War. Freeman shares riveting accounts of Capitol Hill beatings, brawls, and duels, and details how that...
2018-12-111h 07
Q&AJoanne FreemanYale University historian Joanne Freeman discusses her book, "The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War."
2018-10-0758 min
Q&AJoanne FreemanYale University historian Joanne Freeman discusses her book, "The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-10-0759 min
Story WorthyJoanne Freeman and the history of polarisation in the USADan talks to Joanne Freeman about the history of polarisation in the USA, giving an extraordinary insight into the tone of American politics' early days.
For more exclusive interviews and documentaries, visit HistoryHit.TV. You can get 3 months for £3/$3/€3 with offer code 'pod3'!
Producer: Natt Tapley
Audio: Felix Maynard and Aybar Aydin
2018-09-1146 min
Stream Best-Selling Digital Audiobooks on Any DeviceJoanne B. Freeman - The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil WarPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/346509 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War
Author: Joanne B. Freeman
Narrator: Joanne B. Freeman
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 21 minutes
Release date: September 11, 2018
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Publisher's Summary: This program is read by the author. 'One of the best history books I've read in the last few years.' —Chris Hayes The Field of Blood recounts the previously untold story of...
2018-09-1111h 21Listen to Premium Digital Audiobooks for Your LibraryEnjoy The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War from Joanne B. FreemanPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/346509 to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War
Author: Joanne B. Freeman
Narrator: Joanne B. Freeman
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 21 minutes
Release date: September 11, 2018
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 4
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: The Americas
Publisher's Summary: This program is read by the author. 'One of the best history books I've read in the last few years.' —Chris Hayes The Field of Blood recounts the previously untold story of the vi...
2018-09-1111h 21
Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsThe Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War by Joanne B. FreemanPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/346509 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Field of Blood: Violence in Congress and the Road to Civil War Author: Joanne B. Freeman Narrator: Joanne B. Freeman Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 21 minutes Release date: September 11, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 4 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: This program is read by the author. 'One of the best history books I've read in the last few years.' —Chris Hayes The Field of Blood recounts the previously untold story of the violence in Congress that helped spark th...
2018-09-1105 min
The Hamilcast: A Hamilton Podcast#113: Dr. Joanne Freeman // Hamilton Historian // Part TwoJoanne Freeman's rainy Friday night hang continues for a second episode and I am here for every history spoiler, detail, and piece of insight she has to offer: from Alexander Hamilton's actual birthday, to Lin-Manuel Miranda's artistic freedoms, and who actually put a comma after dearest. Plus! Joanne explains what it was like to see Hamilton for the first time and slowly realize that Ten Duel Commandments was based on findings from her book Affairs of Honor.
2018-04-0948 min
The Hamilcast: A Hamilton Podcast#112: Dr. Joanne Freeman // Hamilton Historian // Part OneDr. Joanne Freeman is the leading expert on Alexander Hamilton, a professor at Yale University, and the best person to hang with on a rainy Friday night. You probably know her at the badass historian from PBS' Hamilton's America in which she called Hammy "an arrogant, irritating asshole." In Part One Joanne talks about living in a post Hamilton world when Hamilton himself has been in her world since she was 14 years old, how a dueling gun actually goes CLICK-BOOM, and what it was like when Lin-Manuel Miranda stopping by her birthday party to pick up one of her...
2018-04-0245 min
ahtcastJoanne Freeman InterviewWords of the day: formal. direct. witty. freshness.
Ahtcast is
back. This time I spoke with NYC artist, Joanne Freeman. Inspirations,
community vs. isolation in art school, and working in a series are all
the topics discussed. Listen in to Joanne as she also shares her
thoughts the formal qualities of painting, she also talks a bit on
working with the figure, yes.
The artist's website: http://www.joannefreeman.net/
(Original intro song...
2016-02-0331 min