Here's Where It Gets Interesting

Sharon McMahon

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Here’s Where It Gets Interesting finds the stories of America you probably haven’t heard. Host Sharon McMahon, a longtime teacher and one of today’s most influential voices, will ignite your curiosity about the fascinating stuff that wasn’t in history textbooks. She’s joined by notable thought leaders who share insights about history, culture, and politics, and inspire us to grow into more thoughtful, well-informed citizens.

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Dinners With Ruth with Nina Totenberg

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12/30/22 • 37 min

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On this episode of Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, Sharon sits down with legendary NPR Legal Affairs correspondent, Nina Totenberg. Nina wrote a book–not just about her standing dinner dates with the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, but about the importance of friendships between women. Tune in to hear their conversation about connection, support, and thoughtfulness... and stay for the anecdotes about RBG’s goofy side!

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12/30/22 • 37 min

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The Networking Strategy of Louisa Adams

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11/21/22 • 32 min

On this episode of Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, we return to the White House to talk about one of a much-requested topic: our nation’s First Ladies. By the time today’s First Lady entered the White House, the era of the Founding Fathers had come to an end and the country’s economy was prospering. But politics was another story and becoming more divisive by the day. Join us as we talk about the first non-American born First Lady who accompanied her husband to the White House after a hard-won election.

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11/21/22 • 32 min

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Petticoats and Kitchen Cabinets: A Capital City Shake-Up

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12/02/22 • 28 min

On this episode of Here's Where It Gets Interesting, we discuss someone whose defiance of social and moral convention irrevocably shaped the nation’s political stage during the Antebellum years. In the 1800s, the role of Victorian women–especially the wealthy wives of prominent political figures–was to serve as protectors of our nation’s values. Those values centered around the home and church: wives were dutiful, modest, faithful, and charitable. But there are always rule-breakers, aren’t there? Today, we talk about the Petticoat Affair.

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12/02/22 • 28 min

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Finding the Man Within the Myth with Alexis Coe

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12/28/22 • 39 min

On today’s episode of Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, Sharon speaks with presidential historian Alexis Coe, who talks about her goal as a historian to tell the whole story. We have a tendency to regard many of our U.S. Presidents as heroes, illuminating the ways in which they shaped our nation for the good, that we often gloss over their missteps. Historians piece together facts and details to fill in the gaps of the bigger picture, but how often are our interpretations colored by our own lived experiences and perceptions? Listen in to learn some fun–and maybe not so fun–facts about our first president, George Washington.

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12/28/22 • 39 min

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The Tragedies and Legacy of the Royal Romanovs with Helen Rappaport

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03/08/23 • 32 min

On today’s episode of Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, writer and historian Helen Rappaport joins Sharon to talk about a topic our listeners are fascinated by: the last royal family of Russia. The Romanov murder and legacy has long persisted in popular culture. Learn more about their lineage and the parts that often get overlooked. Often, the truth is more interesting than the myth. Special thanks to our guest, Helen Rappaport.

Hosted by: Sharon McMahon

Guest: Helen Rappaport

Executive Producer: Heather Jackson

Audio Producer: Jenny Snyder

Researcher: Valerie Hoback

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03/08/23 • 32 min

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Frederick Douglass: The Powerhouse Abolitionist

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12/16/22 • 25 min

Today on here’s Where It Gets Interesting, we’re going to talk about a person who, by the mid-1800s, was shaping some of the biggest social reform movements to come out of the nation’s Antebellum era. A person who was born with no access and no rights. A person who was born into enslavement, fought his way to freedom, and then worked for a lifetime to ensure that access and equality was given to others.

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12/16/22 • 25 min

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172. Scandal Sells: The Rise of the American Exposé

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08/24/22 • 25 min

Today on the Sharon Says So Podcast we are going to switch gears a bit. We’ve been talking about first ladies and the many people who were closely acquainted with the founding fathers. But what did the rest of the country know about the events and actions happening in the capital city? Where did they get their news? It should come as no surprise to you that political bias and tabloid sensationalism in American media grew right alongside the new nation. Let’s see how journalists affected the political atmosphere of the new nation.

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08/24/22 • 25 min

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173. The Violence Project with Dr. Jillian Peterson

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08/26/22 • 39 min

On this episode of Sharon Says So, Sharon is joined by Dr. Jillian Peterson, a leading expert in the research of violence, mental illness, and crime. Today’s conversation may not be suitable to listen to with children in the room, but it is an episode you will want to hear. Sharon and Dr. Peterson discuss the myths and media around violence and mass shootings, and how they compare to the research. They also touch on reframing the idea of the “monster with a gun” and what actions and resources can help diminish gun violence across the country.

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08/26/22 • 39 min

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17. Sharon Answers Your Questions #1

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08/16/21 • 25 min

Introducing Sharon Answers Your Questions! This marks the first episode of Sharon randomly selecting five questions from her listeners and answering them with wit, heart, and as always -- stone-cold facts. The topics of this episode include: executive orders and Second Amendment sanctuary states. Are executive orders constitutional, and what is a Second Amendment sanctuary? As well, Sharon will explain how to weigh a historical figure’s positive contributions against their problematic beliefs and behaviors. Should past presidents be role models? Sharon will also address how to respond compassionately to people that are unintentionally spreading disinformation online and explain ways that we are currently more united as a country than in the past... These episodes are fueled by YOU. What are you curious about? Drop a voice memo here, and Sharon might answer your question on the next episode of Sharon Answers Your Questions!

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08/16/21 • 25 min

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174. Elizabeth Monroe’s Journey from Parisian Prison to White House

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08/29/22 • 26 min

Join us on the Sharon Says So Podcast today as we dive into the First Ladyship of Elizabeth Monroe. As the reserved wife of 5th President, James Monroe, Elizabeth added a more formal feel to entertaining in the White House. She was raven-haired and regal, and kept the public at arms length, which wasn’t always a popular decision. She modeled her social engagements after Parisian customs, a city she loved deeply. Stay tuned to learn about her heroic act that once saved the life of a well-known French aristocrat.

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08/29/22 • 26 min

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How many episodes does Here's Where It Gets Interesting have?

Here's Where It Gets Interesting currently has 357 episodes available.

What topics does Here's Where It Gets Interesting cover?

The podcast is about History, Storytelling, Podcasts, Education and Government.

What is the most popular episode on Here's Where It Gets Interesting?

The episode title 'Dinners With Ruth with Nina Totenberg' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Here's Where It Gets Interesting?

The average episode length on Here's Where It Gets Interesting is 34 minutes.

How often are episodes of Here's Where It Gets Interesting released?

Episodes of Here's Where It Gets Interesting are typically released every 2 days.

When was the first episode of Here's Where It Gets Interesting?

The first episode of Here's Where It Gets Interesting was released on Jul 12, 2021.

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