American POTUS
Alan Lowe
We are obsessed with the presidency at American POTUS. We believe that the 46 imperfect patriots who have held our nation’s highest office all have something to offer today’s electorate – a perspective that appropriately grounds today’s political conversations in truth and context. To help us reveal the many layers of each administration, we’ll be joined by the nation’s most influential historians, scholars and experts who have studied every facet of the presidents and the presidency. Not only will we cover the crucial decisions that changed the world but also the humor, hobbies and quirks that give us a captivating sense of each American POTUS.
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POTUS 39 - The Overachiever
American POTUS
09/05/22 • 51 min
This son-of-a-peanut-farmer could have easily laid down his roots on the land he grew up on. But great things were calling him far removed from the Georgia countryside. A graduate of the Naval Academy, a Governor, a President, the man just kept achieving amazing things no one thought possible! But a rough economy here at home and trouble abroad brought his unlikely presidential ascension to a close after just 1 term. And while he may have had to leave the White House to go back to Georgia, he hasn’t let that keep him from still charging ahead. The Peanut Farmer from Plains-Jimmy Carter is on this episode of American POTUS!
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Theodore Roosevelt's Commitment to Conservation
American POTUS
03/15/21 • 40 min
Theodore Roosevelt was a sickly child who found relief in the great outdoors and then preserved it for future generations as our 26th President. He always loved a good challenge; personal health, running a ranch, and fighting off the reckless use of our nation’s most impressive wild lands. It took a lot of political capital to make it happen, and our beautiful national parks exist today because of his overwhelming determination.
The boundless energy of Theodore Roosevelt and how he worked to save America’s greatest natural treasures for generations to come, is on this episode of American POTUS.
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POTUS 30: Calvin Coolidge: The Last True Conservative?
American POTUS
11/17/20 • 41 min
Calvin Coolidge was a man who achieved resounding success by famously saying very little! His accidental presidency began with an unexpected middle-of-the-night swearing-in ceremony. By morning, this small-government minded politician was cutting the budget and reducing taxes. And when government action was called for, he stepped in when he had to, but controversially stepped out of the spotlight when private solutions existed. The ironically quiet presidency of the roaring 20’s, Silent Cal, Calvin Coolidge.
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POTUS 41: George HW Bush - The responsibility to serve
American POTUS
09/29/20 • 87 min
In this inaugural episode, we're talking about the man destined for a life of public service from the time he was born. World War 2 pilot, U.S. Congressman, Ambassador, CIA Director, and after 8 years as the #2 man in the White House, he earned his shot as President. His lifetime was spent defending, representing and leading the United States through challenges foreign and domestic. We’re talking about 41’s All-American life and who just might be, the nation’s most successful 1-term president. Dr. Jeffrey Engell, Director of the Center for Presidential History at SMU, joins us to share his insight and personal stories about George Herbert Walker Bush.
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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09/29/20 • 63 min
Part 2 of our conversation about Andrew Jackson. Old Hickory never had much of a home, until he settled on the perfect piece of land outside Nashville. From being the source of his controversial wealth to hosting some of the country’s most influential guests, this historic site was the center of his world. We’ll dive into all the different ways this home played a critical role before, during and after Andrew Jackson’s 8-year run as President. Howard Kittell, President & CEO of The Andrew Jackson Foundation, gives us an exclusive VIP tour of The Hermitage.
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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The New Cold War
American POTUS
02/22/23 • 83 min
When the Soviet Union fell apart, and China began its economic liberalization, it looked like those two old Cold War foes were becoming, if not friends, at least not enemies. But now we find ourselves in a new Cold War as both those nations aggressively confront America and our allies. On this special episode of American POTUS being hosted at the Howard Baker Center for Public Policy, we will explore why this has occurred, and the role of presidents in confronting these challenges, with former United States Senator Bob Corker of Tennessee, and presidential historian Dr. Jeffrey Engel from the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University.
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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Ronald Reagan's Starring Role
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03/15/23 • 49 min
The Soviets weren’t too thrilled when this actor turned President rolled into the White House. His Build-Up-To-Build-Down strategy was about to make life very, very difficult for them. But if one thing was certain, he wouldn’t be able to star in this production alone. So he put together a dynamic internal cast of characters and relied on supporting allies around the world. We're talking about the man who became both a director and an actor in this real-world drama and how he helped end the Cold War peacefully. Ronald Reagan is on this episode of American POTUS!
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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Honest Abe's Death-Defying Trip to D.C.
American POTUS
06/14/23 • 44 min
Abraham Lincoln’s election of 1860 saw an amazing 80% voter turnout due in part to extreme passions for who would be leading our divided nation, they had never and would never be as high. As a result, Honest Abe’s whisker-close win proved to be the final spark in the explosion of Civil War. So the stage was now set for him to take over, but first he had to travel through the South to get to D.C., facing a series of unprecedented violent threats. The death-defying trip that resulted in one of the greatest Presidencies the nation has ever known, on this episode of American POTUS!
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
Please consider a tax-deductible donation to support this podcast by visiting AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You!
POTUS 26: TR and His Political Best Friend
American POTUS
09/14/23 • 54 min
We all have friends, and politicians have A LOT of friends. But when it comes to political “Best Friends”, TR and his buddy Henry Cabot Lodge sets the bar. From a young age, the two men were taught to serve others and achieve tremendous success, which they did with the assistance of each other. But as close as they once were, political bickering tore them apart, only to be brought back together by life threatening challenges. The ups and down’s, high’s and lows of one of the most famous friendships in American politics; Theodore Roosevelt and Henry Cabot Lodge are on this episode of American POTUS!
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
Please consider a tax-deductible donation to support this podcast by visiting AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You!
POTUS 29 - A Return to Normalcy
American POTUS
09/26/22 • 76 min
World War 1 had just wrapped up, and the nation was desperate for a “return to normalcy”. So who’s more normal than Warren Harding, a small town newspaperman from the Midwest?
He was elected in a landslide and seemed to have a fairly successful presidency. But after he got sick and died in office, trouble started bubbling to the surface. It seems, while Harding may have been a good guy in office, his cabinet was anything but. Several scandals were revealed, ruining his reputation as a POTUS.
We’re giving Warren Harding his due, the good, the bad and the controversial - on this episode of American POTUS!
The American POTUS podcast is a 501c3 non-profit show, supported by listener patriots like you. To help us keep the program going, please join others around the nation by considering a tax-deductible donation. You can make your contribution and see what exciting plans we have for new podcasts and other outreach programs, at AmericanPOTUS.org. Thank You for your support and we hope you enjoy this episode.
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FAQ
How many episodes does American POTUS have?
American POTUS currently has 116 episodes available.
What topics does American POTUS cover?
The podcast is about President, History, Podcasts and Government.
What is the most popular episode on American POTUS?
The episode title 'The Break-In that Brought-Down a Presidency' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on American POTUS?
The average episode length on American POTUS is 51 minutes.
How often are episodes of American POTUS released?
Episodes of American POTUS are typically released every 7 days, 4 hours.
When was the first episode of American POTUS?
The first episode of American POTUS was released on Jul 2, 2020.
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