Pop Quiz | Populism and American Politics

"You must make your body." An asthmatic boy in wire-rimmed spectacles nods. Decades later, shot in the chest, he'll deliver a 90-minute speech: "It takes more than that to kill a Bull Moose."Theodore Roosevelt is often reduced to caricature - the Rough Rider, the big game hunter, ...  Show more

The 15-Minute History Podcast team welcomes you back to another Sketches in History. This segment, just for kids, shows that history isn't just a story; it's an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life.In ...  Show more

In this episode of Upgrade America, we dive deep into the post-election landscape and what Trump's second term could mean for the nation. We start by congratulating Trump and offering a blueprint on what he needs to do to truly upgrade America. From economic policy to immigration ...  Show more

In the end America got a swift and decisive call as to the next president: Donald Trump. We invite the hosts of “Checks and Balance”, our subscriber-only podcast on American politics, onto the show to discuss what we know so far—about the presidency, Congressional races and ballo ...  Show more

In this episode, Tudor and Julian Epstein, a Democratic strategist, discuss the current political climate. Tudor addresses the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump, emphasizing the need for civil discourse and the dangers of divisive rhetoric. Epstein critiqu ...

The 1896 election of William McKinley has been noted as an inflection point in American politics. But, historians are often conflicted about what story they want to tell. It could be seen as moment when Americans rejected a populist firebrand, critical of the wealthy and appea ...