Becoming Lincoln
Brian Lyman
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A Western Man
Becoming Lincoln
12/18/19 • 33 min
Abraham Lincoln would never had become president had he not locked horns with Stephen Douglas, whose rapid rise through Illinois politics quickly made him a national icon. Douglas' life had some parallels to Lincoln's, and in many ways, his attraction to money and flexible policy better embodied the America of the early 1850s than the old parties did.
Good Whigs
Becoming Lincoln
11/13/19 • 33 min
The Whigs were desperate for victory in 1848, and Abraham Lincoln joined a group promoting the candidacy of General Zachary Taylor. Lincoln showed that he could be an effective speaker -- but he could not have foreseen that his efforts would help destroy the party that he had devoted his life to.
War at Pleasure
Becoming Lincoln
11/06/19 • 35 min
The U.S. invasion of Mexico in 1846 sparked a humanitarian catastrophe that had profound consequences for both countries. Abraham Lincoln joined a Whig fight against the war.
Our Highest Expectations
Becoming Lincoln
04/17/19 • 35 min
With the Whig Party appearing poised for a major breakthrough in 1840, Abraham Lincoln campaigned hard, showing a desperation that led him to attack individuals and fall back on the shameful race-baiting that defined his youth. Toward the end of the year, he became involved with a young woman in Springfield, named Mary Todd.
The Chain of Happiness
Becoming Lincoln
04/03/19 • 29 min
Abraham Lincoln arrived in Springfield a deeply insecure and troubled man. He would quickly make a lifelong friend, and just as quickly lose a potential bride.
Driftwood
Becoming Lincoln
03/13/19 • 31 min
After a disastrous business failure, Lincoln struggled to find his professional footing and continue his self-education. His program would bring him to unorthodox religious beliefs that would present a challenge for his political ambitions.
We Rose Fighting
Becoming Lincoln
01/08/20 • 34 min
Nursing his own ambitions and trying to hold onto his power in the U.S. Senate, Stephen Douglas agreed to introduce legislation repealing the Missouri Compromise and opening the upper Midwest to slavery. The brazen assault by pro-slavery forces upended the nation's party system and brought Abraham Lincoln to the forefront of the forces opposing Douglas and defending the Declaration of Independence.
More Than Ordinary Prejudice
Becoming Lincoln
12/11/19 • 34 min
Abraham Lincoln's racial attitudes were complicated. He was willing to defend fugitive slaves and appears to have lived in what was (for its time) an integrated neighborhood. But he also defended a slaveholder in court, and advocated for schemes to persuade African-Americans to leave the land of their birth.
Don't Shoot Too High
Becoming Lincoln
12/04/19 • 33 min
Abraham Lincoln's law practice was dominated by debt cases and the messy but commonplace disputes that make up a legal practice then and now. He plied his trade throughout central Illinois and was a popular companion for other attorneys in his field. But was he a good lawyer?
American Mirror
Becoming Lincoln
01/29/19 • 18 min
Abraham Lincoln's apotheosis began from the moment of his death in 1865. The searches for the real man started soon after. Who was he, and why can so many people see so many different characteristics in a single life?
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FAQ
How many episodes does Becoming Lincoln have?
Becoming Lincoln currently has 36 episodes available.
What topics does Becoming Lincoln cover?
The podcast is about Mary, Society & Culture, President, History, Podcasts, War and Indiana.
What is the most popular episode on Becoming Lincoln?
The episode title 'We Rose Fighting' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Becoming Lincoln?
The average episode length on Becoming Lincoln is 33 minutes.
How often are episodes of Becoming Lincoln released?
Episodes of Becoming Lincoln are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Becoming Lincoln?
The first episode of Becoming Lincoln was released on Jan 29, 2019.
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