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Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.36 The Track of GhostsSend us a textThis is the American History Podcast, Season 4, Episode 37. I'm your host, Shawn, and welcome to "The Track of Ghosts" - the second of four episodes on the New Guinea Campaign.Questions: email shawnwarswick@gmail.com Support the show
2025-08-2426 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: The History of Russia and UkraineToday I talk to a former student who has both a Bachelors and a Master's degree in National Security studies to discuss the history of Russia and Ukraine. He has published papers and presented to international conferences so I thought we'd have a discussion about what's going on over there. Note: This episode was recorded in late January, prior to war actually breaking out. But I released it anyway as I think there is some good information in it. Today's episode is sponsored by Unidragon, makers of fantastic wooden puzzles. Check them out an Unidragon...
2022-02-2340 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.14 The Aftermath of Pearl HarborSend us a textToday we take a look at the immediate aftermath of the attack by the Japanese on Pearl Harbor. Remember, the official beard products company of the show is Fable Beard Company. They have amazing products for great prices. Get a 15% discount on ALL orders when you use coupon code: Shawn15 at check out. You can also follow the link below: https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs...
2022-02-0727 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Horton on AfghanistanSend us a textI recorded this episode with Scott Horton just a few days ago. We delve deep into Afghanistan and all sort of foreign policy issues. Enjoy!Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Remember, the official beard products company of the show is Fable Beard Company. They have amazing products for great prices. Get a 15% discount on ALL orders when you use coupon code: Shawn15 at check out. You can also follow the...
2022-01-171h 02Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: the Cold War in the 1960s.Send us a textThis is part of the episode I recorded for the Patreon only series "1983: The Year the World Almost Ended." It was orginally about 50 minutes long, but for public consumption I cut it down to far shorter. I hope you all enjoy this look at the Cold War in the 1960s. Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Remember, the official beard products company of the show is Fable Beard Company. They have...
2022-01-0325 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsAuthor Interview Series: Dan LeRoyWe have had several author interviews in the last six months, so we are going to title these episodes the "Author Interview Series." This one is with Dan LeRoy, the author of the fantastic Liberty's Lions: The CatholicRevolutionaries Who Established America. I loved reading this book and talking to Dan. I think you are also gonna love this book. Check it out in the link down below. Dan LeRoy Liberty's Lions This episode is sponsored by Smile Brilliant. Looking to whiten your teeth for far less than what you will be charged at the dentist? Sm...
2021-12-2044 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.13 Pearl HarborSend us a textOn this, the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, we discuss the lead up to the Japanese attack on the U.S. Navy at Pearl. This episode is sponsored by Smile Brilliant. Looking to whiten your teeth for far less than what you will be charged at the dentist? Smile Brilliant has an amazing Cyber Monday sale that lasts until Christmas 2021. Head over to www.smilebrilliant.com and take advantage of some amazing offers. You can also use coupon code "American" to enjoy a very nice discount for our listeners.
2021-12-0746 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.12 The Road to War Part 3Send us a textFinally we get to the end of our contextualizing episodes! I know, it's been a bit of a long road. This episode features a look at Europe. I know the season is about the Pacific, but we really need to at least address Europe so that's what we do here. This episode is sponsored by Smile Brilliant. Looking to whiten your teeth for far less than what you will be charged at the dentist? Smile Brilliant has an amazing Cyber Monday sale that lasts until Christmas 2021. Head over to www.smilebrilliant...
2021-11-2931 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.11 The Road to War Part 2Send us a textToday we continue discussing the road to war for the United States. This episode is sponsored by Politics and War. Politics & War is a free to play browser based persistent massively multi-player online game where you create your own nation and rule it. Check it out at www.politicsandwar.com This episode is sponsored by Beacon, the Navigation sharing app that allows you to share your ETA and arrival with one or more people while keeping your location private. Ever had to answer the question “When are you going to...
2021-11-2224 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.10 The Road to War ISend us a textToday we finally start delving into the context to WWII from the American point of view. It's been a long road getting here, but finally we can put the American history back into the podcast.Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2021-11-1524 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.9 The Second Sino Japanese War, part 2Send us a textToday we look jump back into the Second Sino-Japanese War as we wrap up our exploration of events in Asia and prepare to look at the US in the years leading up to Pearl Harbor. Huge thanks to King of the World for sponsoring this episode. Check out this amazing 7 part podcast series at: King of the World Podcast. Today's show is sponsored by Unidragon Wooden puzzles. These awesome and unique puzzles make great gifts. Use coupon code history10 at checkout to receive 10% off on your order. Check out t...
2021-11-0131 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.8 Chiang and Mao part 2Send us a textToday's episode is the last of our two which take a look at the early years of the Chinese Republic and focus on the rise of Chiang and Mao's rise in the communist party. Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Today's show is sponsored by Unidragon Wooden puzzles. These awesome and unique puzzles make great gifts. Use coupon code history10 at checkout to receive 10% off on your order. Check out their...
2021-10-1849 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Interview with Author Michael HolzmanToday we have a great interview. Author Michael Holzman and I discuss his recent book, Spies and Traitors. It's an excellent work and I highly recommend you all check it out. Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Today's show is sponsored by Unidragon Wooden puzzles. These awesome and unique puzzles make great gifts. Use coupon code history10 at checkout to receive 10% off on your order. Check out their amazing puzzles here: Unidragon Puzzles.Fable B...
2021-10-1852 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.7 Chiang and Mao part ISend us a textToday we discuss two of the most important figures in the 20th century: Chiang Kai-she and Mao Tse-dong. This is patron of two fairly long episodes discussing these two pivotal figures. Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Remember, the official beard products company of the show is Fable Beard Company. They have amazing products for great prices. Get a 15% discount on ALL orders when you use coupon code: Shawn15 at check...
2021-10-0440 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.6 China in the early 20th CenturySend us a textToday we begin a 3 episode look at China in the early 20th century. The second two episodes of this 3 set miniseries within season 4 will look at Chiang Kai-shek and Mao Tse-dong. Support the show
2021-09-2021 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.5 Sino Japanese War, part 1Send us a textToday we begin a series of episodes on the Sino Japanese War and early 20th Century Chinese history. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2021-09-0627 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.4 Rise of Militant JapanSend us a textToday we will take a look at the rise of "militant" Japan. Obviously this is quite important to the story as we go forward. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2021-08-1640 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.3 Japan in the Early 20th CenturySend us a textToday we take a short walk through Japanese history in the early 20th Century. This is a fascinating time period as it is somewhat contradictory. Slowly but surely an authoritarian state is being created, but for a moment there is a bit of liberalism. Sadly that will be crushed in the 1920s as Japan puts itself on a path toward imperialism and conquest in Asia. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard...
2021-08-0920 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.2 Meiji JapanSend us a textToday we travel back into the 19th century to look at the "Meiji Restoration." This is essentially the beginning of "modern Japan" and is quite important for us if we are to understand the Japanese in the years leading to World War II. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. ...
2021-08-0221 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4.1 Introduction to WWII in the PacificSend us a textFinally, the day has arrived! We are now into "Season 4: WWII in the Pacific." I hope you all are as excited about this as I am. Season 4 will be the most ambitious one yet. There is a lot of history goodness to explore when it comes to WWII, and I think you all will love it. Or I hope you do. First we will start off looking at Japan and China, then move into the US and the lead up to Pearl Harbor. It will be evident why I'm taking this...
2021-08-0233 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Interview with Scott HortonSend us a textThe fourth, and final, bonus episode of July to celebrate our 4th Anniversary. I interview author Scott Horton, the libertarian foreign policy expert and author of the book "Enough Already: Time to End the War on Terrorism." You can find Scott's work at antiwar.com and libertarianinstitute.org Purchase the book here: Enough Already. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2021-07-1957 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Interview with Zachary Schrag, author of Fires of PhiladelphiaToday I interview historian Zachary Schrag, author of "Fires of Philadelphia" an excellent look at the riots that took place in Philadelphia in the mid 19th century. If you'd like to purchase the book, just follow the link below. Fires of Philadelphia Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/americanhistory)
2021-07-1729 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars4th Anniversary Bonus EpisodeSend us a textAmazingly we have hit the fourth anniversary. Back in 2017 I wasn't sure if I'd still be doing this in 2021. Heck, in April 2020 I wasn't sure any of us would still be around. LOL But here we are. Four years and almost 100 episodes later, the show is continuing to grow. This episode features an interview with me. This time I am the one being interviewed. The interviewer is a former student, George. He was a member of the class of 2012 and is a graduate of the University of Texas.Instead...
2021-07-161h 45
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars4th of July Bonus Episode: The Declaration of IndependenceSend us a textThis might be the start of a new tradition: a special bonus episode on the 4th of July. This first ever July 4 bonus is on, of course, the Declaration of Independence. I hope you enjoy it!Support the show
2021-07-0420 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Quagmire in the Middle East IntroToday I present to you the introductory episode to our new Patreon only series (available at the $10/month level) "Quagmire in the Middle East". This series covers the American involvement in the Middle East starting with the 1979 Iranian Revolution and goes forward up through the year 2011. Our sponsor for this episode is Bedtime History. Bedtime history is a podcast designed specifically for children. It presents short bite sized history stories that are enjoyable for both children and adults. Check them out here:http://bedtimehistorystories.comFable Beard Company is the official beard products company...
2021-06-2128 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Cold War PotpourriSend us a textThis is a discussion I recently had with Samantha Skory, a former student of mine who is now a college graduate and specializes in the Cold War. I have a feeling Sam is going to become a semi-regular guest on the show. I should say we are mostly talking about a book by former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, Michael McFall, but we are really all over the place here. Kind of a potpourri episode. Enjoy!Huge thanks to our friends at Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and...
2021-06-071h 06Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.32 Assessing the Progressive EraSend us a textHuge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Thank you very much to Wooga's new podcast June's Journey for sponsoring the show. I love this podcast and I know you will to. Check them out on iTunes and wherever you listen to podcasts. June's JourneyFable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash...
2021-05-1733 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.31 The New Deal Part 2 and its CriticsSend us a textToday we discuss the end of the New Deal and its' critics in the 1930s. Yes, there were (and still are) critics of FDR's policies. Huge thanks to Podcorn for sponsoring this episode. Explore sponsorship opportunities and start monetizing your podcast by signing up here: https://podcorn.com/podcasters/Thank you very much to Wooga's new podcast June's Journey for sponsoring the show. I love this podcast and I know you will to. Check them out on iTunes and wherever you listen to podcasts. June's Journey
2021-05-0320 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.30 The New Deal part 1Send us a textToday we look at FDR's New Deal. It's been a long time coming, and this episode is quite large, but we think it is worth it. Enjoy!This episode is sponsored by Wooga's new podcast June's Journey. Check it out at:June's JourneyRemember, the official beard products company of the show is Fable Beard Company. They have amazing products for great prices. Get a 15% discount on ALL orders when you use coupon code: Shawn15 at check out. You can also follow the link below: https://fablebeardco...
2021-04-1941 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.29 FDR and the Election of 1932Send us a textToday we have a super long episode detailing FDR and his life before he became president. FDR was the most important president of the 20th century, whether or not you like him and his policies. Thus this is one of our largest episodes (if not the largest one) yet. This episode is sponsored by Nordpass. If you are tired of remembering passwords, Nordpass is just what you are looking for. Get 50% off your order when you follow the link: https://nordpass.com/shawn or use code Shawn at checkout.
2021-04-051h 06Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.28 Causes of the Great DepressionSend us a textIn this fairly long episode we discuss the various possible causes and I settle on one in particular that best explains what happened. The basis for our argument is the book by the late great Murray N. Rothbard America's Great Depression.Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco...
2021-03-1542 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.27 Hoover and the Great DepressionSend us a textToday we start talking about Hoover and the Great Depression. There is a lot of myth surrounding Hoover AND FDR. We will bust the myth that Hoover was a "do nothing" "free market" kind of leader. Instead today you discover that the blue print for the New Deal was actually the programs Hoover did try and implement, but to no avail.Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out...
2021-03-0128 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.26 Calvin CoolidgeSend us a textOur old friend Jerry from the Presidencies podcast makes his return. This time we discuss Calvin Coolidge and Amity Shlaes biography about him, Coolidge. Check out Jerry's podcast at:http://presidencies.blubrry.comFable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount...
2021-02-151h 12
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.25 Harding and the Depression of 1920Send us a textWe get a bit closer to the Great Depression as today we discuss the Depression of 1920 and the Presidency of Warren G. Harding. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Fable also has AMAZING CBD products, including CBD tinctures, beard butter, beard oil...
2021-02-0122 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.24 American Society in the 1920's part 2Send us a textA continuation of our look at American society in the 1920s.Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Fable also has AMAZING CBD products, including CBD tinctures, beard butter, beard oil, beard balm and even beard conditioner/wash. You can get them with...
2021-01-1827 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.23 American Society in the 1920s part 1Send us a textToday we discuss American Society in the 1920s. This is part one of a multi part mini series within season 3. Enjoy. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Fable also has AMAZING CBD products, including CBD tinctures, beard butter, beard oil, beard balm...
2021-01-0435 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus episode: Crackers, Rednecks and Donald TrumpThis is a shortened version of the Patreon only episode titled "Crackers, Rednecks and Donald Trump". Check out our Patreon for access to this and other episodes that are only available on Patreon. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Fable also has AMAZING CBD products, including CBD tinctures...
2020-12-2212 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Germany and the United StatesSend us a textThis special cross over episode is with the host of the On Germany podcast, Jacob Collier. In it we take all things Germany and the US in the lead up to WWI and briefly talk about the aftermath of that conflict. Enjoy!Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https...
2020-12-1448 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.22 The Paris Peace ConferenceSend us a textIn this episode we go into the Paris Peace Conference and say goodbye to the presidency of Woodrow Wilson. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Fable also has AMAZING CBD products, including CBD tinctures, beard butter, beard oil, beard balm and even...
2020-12-0724 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.21 The U.S. in WWI part 2Send us a textToday we finish our discussion of the United States in WWI. Fable Beard Company is the official beard products company of the American history podcast. For great oils, beard balms and butters as well as beard wash and conditioner check out the link below. Use the coupon code: Shawn15 at checkout so you can receive 15% off all orders. https://fablebeardco.com/discount/SHAWN15Fable also has AMAZING CBD products, including CBD tinctures, beard butter, beard oil, beard balm and even beard conditioner/wash. You can get them with...
2020-11-2735 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.20 The United States in WWI part 1Send us a textToday is part one of a two part set on the United States in World War I. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-11-1636 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.19 The Imperial Moment part 4Send us a textToday we finish our discussion of the so-called "Imperial Moment." Support the show
2020-11-0221 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.18 The Imperial Moment Part 3Send us a textToday is part 3 of our discussion on the "Imperial Moment." Please note: I made a mistake in the recording and said the song "Hey Frisco!" was by Oliver Kline. It's actually by Olive Kline. Sorry for the mistake. The artwork for this episode is a cartoon published in the late 19th century by Puck Magazine depicting Uncle Sam instructing his new colonial subjects. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high...
2020-10-1724 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.17 The Imperial Moment Part 2Send us a textToday we continue the discussion of American Imperialism. Support the show
2020-09-3019 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: The end of the Cold WarYour intrepid host went behind enemy lines to brave the commies and the KGB! Okay, not quite. I just did a cross over episode with The Eastern Border podcast talking about the Cold War, Reagan and a host of other topics. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/americanhistory)
2020-09-2356 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.16 The Imperial Moment Part 1Send us a textToday we start a mini-series within season 3 discussing American imperialism in the late 19th and early 20th century. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-09-2129 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.15 The Progressives Part 4Send us a textToday we wrap up our look at the "progressive" movement. Although, in truth, we will continue to look at progressives throughout the season. Support the show
2020-09-0521 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: 1983 The Cold War in the 1940s and 1950sThis bonus episode was released over a year ago to our Patreon members. In it we cover the early years of the Cold War. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/americanhistory)
2020-08-3034 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.14 The Progressives Part 3Send us a textToday we discuss the presidency of William Howard Taft and quickly look at Woodrow Wilson. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-08-1726 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.13 Teddy RooseveltSend us a textToday we discuss the Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt. Support the show
2020-08-0319 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.12 The Progressives Part 2Send us a textToday we continue our discussion of the Progressives. Support the show
2020-07-2016 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: 3rd anniversary specialSend us a textToday is a special day and a special treat. We are celebrating our 3rd anniversary! To celebrate it properly, we are discussing FDR's 3rd term with Jerry Landry from the Presidencies Podcast. If you haven't listened to his show, what are you waiting for? Get over there and check it out (after you listen to this episode of course!). Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the s...
2020-07-1154 minEmpire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.11 Progressives Part 1Send us a textToday we finally begin discussing the actual Progressives. Support the show
2020-06-3021 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.10 Urbanization and Immigration part 2Send us a textToday we finish our discussion of urbanization and immigration in the late 19th century. Support the show
2020-06-1517 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.9 Urbanization and Immigration in the 19th Century Part 1Send us a textToday we look at Urbanization and Immigration in the late 19th century. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-06-0124 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.8 Late 19th Century Politics 2Send us a textWe wrap up our discussion of politics in the late 19th Century. Support the show
2020-05-1822 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.7 Late 19th Century Politics 1Send us a textToday is the first two shows on politics in the late 19th century. Support the show
2020-05-0422 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.6 The Rise of LaborSend us a textToday we discuss labor in the late 19th century. Support the show
2020-04-2022 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.5 Big Business and the Myth of the Robber BaronSend us a textIn this episode we discuss Big Business in the late 19th Century and the myth of the robber baron. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-04-0624 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.4 The RailroadsSend us a textToday we talk about the building of the transcontinental railroads. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-03-1623 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.3 Austrian economics part 2Send us a textThe second of a two part primer on Austrian economics. Remember, this is not the entirety of this school of thought. If you are interested in learning more, feel free to drop me a message and I'll recommend a book or two (they can probably be obtained in pdf format for free). Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-03-0924 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.2 Austrian economics part 1Send us a textThis is the first part of a 2 part series on Austrian economics.Support the show
2020-02-2921 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars3.1 IntroductionSend us a textToday we begin season 3, covering the Populists, the Progressives and the Great Depression (as well as everything in between). Support the show
2020-02-2912 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.32 Season 2 FinaleSend us a textToday we finally wrap up season 2 with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2020-02-1030 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.31 The Battle of Mexico CitySend us a textToday we get to the final major battle of the war: Mexico City. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2019-12-0927 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.30 the Battle of Cerro GordoSend us a textThe U.S. Army is on the march toward Mexico City. Support the show
2019-11-2518 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Misha Leybovich and American Political HistoryIn this bonus episode I interview Misha Leybovich, a tech entrepreneur and amateur historian who wrote a fascinating article on the cyclical nature of American political history. Check out the article here. (https://medium.com/@mishaley/how-history-predicts-the-2020-election-and-the-next-40-years-1904e6ac19bd) You can follow Misha on twitter @Mishaley Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/americanhistory)
2019-10-0326 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.29 The Siege of VeracruzSend us a textToday we start the bloodiest phase of the war. Scott lands at Veracruz and lays siege to the city.Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2019-09-2529 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon LandingIn this episode we discuss the early years of the American Space Program and the Apollo 11 moon landing.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Mercury-launch-vehicles.png) Mercury launch vehicle(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/220px-Buzz_salutes_the_U.S._Flag.jpg) Buzz Aldrin salutes the American flag.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/220px-As11-40-5886.jpg) Neil Armstrong on the moon.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Apollo_11_CSM_photographed_from_Lunar_Module_AS11-37-5445.jpg) Columbia as seen from the Lunar Module.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/220px-Apollo_11_Crew.jpg) Apollo 11 crew.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/150px-Apollo_11_Launch...
2019-08-2819 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.28 The Battle of Buena Vista Pt 2Send us a text (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Location_of_Buena_Vista.jpg) Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2019-08-0232 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.27 The Battle of Buena Vista part ISend us a textWe transition into the second half of the war and set up the Battle of Buena Vista.Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2019-06-3032 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.26 The War in New Mexico and CaliforniaSend us a text (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/CaminoRealAdentro.png) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Stephen_W._Kearny.jpg) General Kearny(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/1024px-Palace_of_the_Governors_Santa_Fe.jpg) Palace of the Governors, Santa Fe(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/John_Charles_Fremont.jpg) John C. Fremont(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Monterey_California_-_Cathedral_of_San_Carlos_Borromeo_Royal_Presidio_Chapel_-_panoramio.jpg) Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into...
2019-05-2940 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsIntroduction to 1983: The Year the World Almost EndedHere is the introduction to 1983: The Year the World Almost Ended. I hope you enjoy it. Further episodes of this new series will be available on Patreon. Just head over to Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/rss?campaign=2631752&auth=VSnGn-GQ9BqXrX7lihB034q2z0U65RlV) and for $3.00/month you will have access to a minimum of one episode/month. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/americanhistory)
2019-04-2220 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.25 The Battle of MonterreySend us a textThe Battle of Monterrey. September 1846.Our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/rss?campaign=2631752&auth=VSnGn-GQ9BqXrX7lihB034q2z0U65RlV) site is now live!(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Heights-monterey-2-.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Ustroopsmarchonmonterrey.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/1024px-MTY4.jpg) Support the show
2019-04-1418 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.24 Early Stages of the WarSend us a textThe early stages of the war. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2019-04-0733 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.23 The US Army in 1845Send us a textToday we discuss the U.S. Army in 1845. Support the show
2019-03-3114 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.22 The Comanches!Send us a text (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Comancheria.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Three_mounted_Comanche_warriors_-_1892.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/320px-Feather_headdress_Comanche_EthnM.jpg) Today we discuss the Comanche and their effects on Mexico’s ability to wage war. Support the show
2019-03-1718 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.21 Confrontation!Send us a textThis week we finally get shots fired in the war as we go over the initial confrontation between Mexico and the United States. (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/800px-Mexican–American_War_without_Scotts_Campaign-en.svg_.png) Overall Map of the war.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/800px-Wpdms_republic_of_texas.svg_.png) The disputed territory between Mexico and the United States.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Battle_of_Palo_Alto_site.jpg) A view of the field where the Battle of Palo Alto took place, May 8, 1846.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Zachary_Taylor_restored_an...
2019-03-1132 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.20 Manifest Destiny and the Election of 1844Send us a textIn this episode we get right up to the eve of the War with Mexico. We cover the role of Manifest Destiny, the election of 1844 and a few other things. Support the show
2019-03-0619 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.19 Demographic Changes and the Industrial RevolutionSend us a textToday we cover the demographic changes and economic changes in the years prior to the war with Mexico. Support the show
2019-02-2521 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.18 Slavery in Antebellum AmericaSend us a textSlavery in Antebellum America. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2019-01-2144 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.17 Texas War for IndependenceSend us a textFinally Texas gains Independence. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-12-3141 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsBonus Episode: Nullification and the U.S. ConstitutionSend us a textThis bonus episodes discusses the nature of the American Union. I present the compact theory of the union and discuss why nullification is not only needed, but it was never used to protect slavery. If you want more information on this topic there are a couple of great books I’d recommend, both of which are written in a way that makes them accessible to the general public. First, Thomas E. Woods book on Nullification (that’s also the title) and his book “The Politically Incorrect Guide to American history.” He also has a book, co...
2018-11-2640 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.15 Texas part 3Send us a textToday we discuss the geography and climate of the region as well as take the tale up to the eve of Independence. Here are some photos and two maps of the state.(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/800px-Texas_Köppen.svg_.png) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Texas_topographic_map-en.svg_.png) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Franklin_Mountain_Snow.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/East_of_the_Franklin_Mountains_by_Ranger_Peak.jpg) SAMSUNG(http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/1024px-Texas_Hill_Country_187N-2.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/1024px-McKittrick_Canyon_from_a...
2018-08-1820 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.14 Texas part 2Send us a textIn this episode we continue to explore the history of Texas in the 1820s. We look at the Comanches, the Apaches and their raids on Mexico as well as the various groups who were living in Texas, including the development of the Texas mindset. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-07-1425 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.13 First Anniversary SpecialSend us a textCelebrating the first anniversary of the show! Chris Fernandez-Peckham of the Age of Victoria podcast joins me to discuss the War for American Independence. It’s a bit of a long one, but that is appropriate considering we have made it to our first birthday, and many, if not most, podcasts don’t make it past 3-4 shows. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into...
2018-07-011h 53
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.12 Texas part ISend us a textToday we begin a multi part exploration of Texas and it’s complicated history leading up to, and including Texas Independence. Some maps which will help the listener understand the geographical layout of Texas. (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/649px-Political_divisions_of_Mexico_1836-1845_location_map_scheme.svg_.png) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Comancheria.jpg) (http://theamericanhistorypodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Spanish_Missions_in_Texas.jpg) Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality au...
2018-06-2629 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.11 Mexico in the Age of Santa AnnaSend us a textToday we discuss Mexico in the Age of Santa Anna. Support the show
2018-06-0121 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.10 Mexican IndependenceSend us a textToday we go into the Mexican War for Independence and look at Agustin de Iturbide as well as a momentary glimpse at Santa Anna. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-05-2037 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.9 The Spanish Borderlands in the 18th and 19th CenturySend us a textIn this episode we discuss the Spanish Borderlands in the 18th and 19th Century through the lenses of militarization and violence. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-04-1640 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.8 Andrew Jackson’s Second Term and LegacySend us a textToday we discuss Andrew Jackson’s second term and his legacy. Was he a good president? Was he bad? Listen to the episode to find out. Support the show
2018-04-1019 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.7 Jackson’s First Term (or Jackson II)Send us a textAndrew Jackson’s first term. We discuss the kitchen cabinet, the Eaton affair and the Nullification Crisis. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-03-2629 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.6 Andrew Jackson 1Send us a textIn this episode we introduce one of the most controversial of all American presidents, Andrew Jackson. We look at his life, his exploits as a general, and the election of 1824. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-03-1825 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.5 The New DemocracySend us a textA brief episode looking at the rise of the so-called “New Democracy” of the early 19th century. Support the show
2018-03-1515 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.4 The American EmpireSend us a textIn this episode we discuss the ideological roots of the American empire as well as a couple of examples of American imperialism which took place in the early 19th century. Turn Any Doc Into a Private Audiobook. No Subscriptions. Try WithAudio on Your Mac/PC.100% Local AI. No cloud. No tracking. Convert URLs, PDFs & EPUBs into high-quality audio.Support the show
2018-03-1436 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.3 The Missouri CompromiseSend us a textA short crash course episode covering the Missouri Compromise. Support the show
2018-03-1312 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.1 Jefferson’s Legacy, Madison, and the War of 1812Send us a textIn this episode we cover the legacy of Jefferson and Madison as well as the War of 1812. Support the show
2018-03-1315 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow Wars2.2 The Era of Good FeelingsSend us a textA Short look at the “Era of Good Feelings” with a focus on Henry Clay’s “American System” and the Panic of 1819. Support the show
2018-03-1222 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsSeason 2 IntroductionSend us a textOverview of season two, in which our topic is the war between the United States and Mexico. Support the show
2018-03-1108 min
Empire, Republic and Shadow WarsEpisode O: IntroductionSend us a textHello, and welcome to the American History podcast: episode 0, Introduction. My name is Shawn Warswick, your host for this podcast which will explore the history of the United States.In this first episode, my goal is to simply lay the foundation for the podcasts which will follow, and to answer two simple questions. What is this and why? This is a podcast about the history of the United States, starting BEFORE the political entity known as the United States existed. We will cover many of the familiar topics of American history, but also many...
2017-07-1606 min