10 American Presidents Podcast

After a bit of a hiatus, I’m back with something special to share. I’ve just contributed a chapter to Iain Dale’s new book American Elections, writing about one of the most dramatic contests in U.S. history: the election of 1800.This was the clash between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, a bitter rematch that not only shaped America’s political system but also set the stage for the peaceful transfer of power, a principle that still defines democracy today.In this episode, I take you through the stakes, the personalities, and the fallout of 1800:Why Adams and Jefferson, once allies, became fierce rivals.How mudslinging and partisanship took American politics to new lows.The role of Aaron Burr in one of the closest and most chaotic elections ever.And why Jefferson later called it the “Revolution of 1800.”If you’re fascinated by the roots of American democracy and the political battles that still echo today, you’ll want to hear this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Glen's Steps: A Journey with Dementia is a deeply personal and heartfelt podcast series that explores the impact of dementia on Glenroy Brown, a man of remarkable character, and his family. Through candid conversations, personal reflections, and expert insights, we share the journey of his life, from his early years in Jamaica to his current experiences with dementia. This series offers an intimate look at the challenges, changes, and unexpected joys that come with living with this condition, providing support and understanding to families facing similar challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Description:In this episode, we delve into the intricate web of events that defined Ronald Reagan's presidency. From the Iran-Contra affair's explosive revelations to the ground-breaking negotiations with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, we explore the highs and lows of Reagan's time in office. Discover how Reagan navigated the brink of impeachment, his strategic dealings with the USSR, and the eventual thawing of Cold War tensions. Join us as we uncover the last term and the complex legacy of a president who faced enormous challenges both domestically and on the world stage.Show Notes:Iran-Contra Affair: Unravel the scandal that almost toppled Reagan's presidency. Understand the implications of the arms sales to Iran and the diversion of funds to the Contras.Reagan's Crisis Management: Analyse how Reagan's response to the scandal differed from Nixon's during Watergate and the role of the Tower Commission.Diplomatic Dance with Gorbachev: Explore the intricate negotiations between Reagan and Gorbachev, leading

Between 1984 and 1986, Ronald Reagan, was in his second term of office after defeating Walter Mondale in a landslide victory in the 1984 election:Domestic Policy:Reagan enacted significant tax reforms with the Tax Reform Act of 1986, which simplified the tax code by reducing rates and removing several tax breaks.He continued to implement economic policies known as "Reaganomics," inspired by supply-side economics, focusing on tax cuts and reduction in government spending, except for military expenditure.The federal debt increased significantly due to the combination of tax cuts and an increase in defense spending, leading to budget deficits.Reagan signed the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, which enacted sweeping changes to U.S. immigration law and granted amnesty to three million illegal immigrants.The ramifications of Ronald Reagan's war on drugs included escalated incarceration rates, disproportionately impacting communities of color, and fostering a punitive approach to drug policy. Additionally

During Ronald Reagan's first term in office from 1983 to 1984, his presidency faced several defining moments and policy initiatives. One key event was the escalating Cold War with the Soviet Union. Reagan pursued a robust defence policy, increasing military spending with his Strategic Defence Initiative (SDI) or "Star Wars" program, which aimed to develop missile defence systems.In foreign affairs, Reagan faced challenges in Central America, where he supported anti-communist movements, including the Contras in Nicaragua. His administration also navigated through the Lebanese Civil War and the bombing of the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut.Reagan's leadership style was characterized by his ability to communicate strongly, most notably exemplified in his "Evil Empire" speech overall, the end of Reagan's first term was marked by continued Cold War tensions and rising economic prosperity, and an assertive foreign policy.Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/10americanpresidentsMake a one off donation here

Narrated by Professor Ewan Morgan, Emeritus from University College London, whose book 'Reagan: American Icon' was named one of the best politics books in 2016 by The Times, this episode of "10 American Presidents" delves into the presidency of Ronald Reagan. Beginning his first term on January 20, 1981, Reagan introduced a laissez-faire philosophy and championed a set of neoliberal reforms known as "Reaganomics." His inaugural address famously declared that "government is not the solution to our problem, government is the problem." This episode explores key aspects of Reagan's economic policies, including tax cuts, deregulation, and his approach to tackling inflation, unemployment, and government spending. It sheds light on the successes and challenges that marked Reagan's economic legacy during his presidency.Reagan collaborated with boll weevil Democrats and signed the Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981, significantly reducing federal income tax rates. He also lifted federal oil and gasoline price controls

In this episode of "10 American Presidents," we focus on the years that paved the way for Ronald Reagan's momentous ascent to the presidency. Join our esteemed host, Professor Iwan Morgan, as he chronicles Reagan's political trajectory from 1973 to his election in 1980. Delve into the pivotal events, strategic decisions, and defining moments that shaped Reagan's path to the White House during this crucial period.1. Introduction:  - Professor Iwan Morgan sets the stage, highlighting the political landscape of the 1970s and the factors that propelled Reagan to prominence.  - Exploring the emergence of Reagan's political ideology and his appeal to a growing conservative base.2. The California Years:  - Tracing Reagan's influential tenure as Governor of California (1967-1975) and its impact on his national political ambitions.  - Examining Reagan's early adoption of conservative principles and his ability to connect with voters on both personal and ideological levels.3. Nat

Iwan Morgan is a Professor of US Studies emeritus at the Institute of the Americas, University College London, UK. He is also a distinguished fellow of the Rothermere American Institute, University of Oxford, UK.He served as chair of the executive committee of the Historians of the Twentieth Century United States from 2007 to 2013 and was a member of the executive committee of the British Association of American Studies from 2009-2012. he spoke to Roifield on Zoom with a select group of listeners in 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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I have written a chapter and President Martin Van Buren for Iain Dale's book The Presidents, this episode is my interview with Iain talking about Van Buren and a reading from the chapter.The Presidents: 250 Years of American Political LeadershipBook by Iain Dalehttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Presidents-Years-American-Political-Leadership/dp/1529379520/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 1960 United States presidential election was the 44th quadrennial presidential election. It was held on Tuesday, November 8, 1960. In a closely contested election, Democratic United States Senator John F. Kennedy defeated incumbent Vice President Richard Nixon, the Republican Party nominee.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Newly sworn-in presidents usually give a speech referred to as an inaugural address. As with many inaugural customs, this one was started by George Washington in 1789. After taking his oath of office on the balcony of Federal Hall, he proceeded to the Senate chamber where he read a speech before members of Congress and other dignitaries. Every president since Washington has delivered an inaugural address. While many of the early presidents read their addresses before taking the oath, current custom dictates that the chief justice administer the oath first, followed by the president's speech.Jefferson's first inaugural. This comes on the heels of the election of 1800, famous for how divisive it was. Jefferson talks about the need to "restore to social intercourse that harmony and affection" that had taken a pretty severe beating. "We are all Republicans, we are all Federalists."Lincoln's first inaugural. The famous lines about "we must not be enemies" begin in the final paragraph of the speech. There

Sean Overton Brady on our Facebook group asked what would have happened if Monroe was captured by Barbary pirates on his way to his diplomatic posting in Paris? Our friends at the Twilight Histories tell us...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989 and became a highly influential voice of modern conservatism. Prior to his presidency, he was a Hollywood actor and union leader before serving as the 33rd governor of California from 1967 to 1975.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A tatseer of the forth coming Reagan episode and Roifield talks to Corey Brettschneider on President Trump breaking the norms of office. This epsiode also features into about the Intelligent Speech online conference.Intelligent Speech 2020 is an online conference that brings together the best educational podcasters and their listeners, Intelligent Speech 2020 is taking place at intelligentspeechconference.com on June 27 from 10 am to 6 pm Eastern timeThere will be approximately 40 of the best educational podcasters on the day presenting a wide range of topics.At any one point, there will be up to 4 different conference streams for listeners to choose from.As well as solo presentations there will be a series of roundtable debates between the various podcasters.Listeners will be able to ask questions to their favourite podcast on the topics that they have presented.A one-day pass for the conference is currently prices priced at $10 for early bird tickets.To purchase a ticket p

Trailer for the forthcoming episode on the 40th president Ronald Reagan  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How emotions drive presidents, Roifield talks to Dan Hill on identifying emotional patterns that help to understand three key things about U.S. presidents.Dan Hill, Ph.D., is an internationally recognised expert on the role of emotions in business, politics, sports, and popular culture, and has given keynote speeches in over 20 countries. He's the founder and president of Sensory Logic, Inc., which pioneered the use of facial coding to scientifically capture and quantify emotions in business beginning in 1998 and has in the years since done consulting work for over half of the world's top 100 business-to-consumer (B2C) oriented companies. Dan is the recipient of seven U.S. patents related to facial coding and is also a certified Facial Action Coding System (FACS) practioner.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Impeachment is the process by which a legislative body levels charges against a government official. Impeachment does not in itself remove the official definitively from office; it is similar to an indictment in criminal law, and thus it is essentially the statement of charges against the official.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Article One of the United States Constitution gives the House of Representatives the sole power of impeachment and the Senate the sole power to try impeachments of officers of the U.S. federal government. (Various state constitutions include similar measures, allowing the state legislature to impeach the governor or other officials of the state government.) In the United States, impeachment is only the first of two stages, and conviction during the second stage requires "the concurrence of two thirds of the members present"  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Roifield speaks to tech entrepreneur Misha Leybovich about this theory of the 40 year pattern in American politics and what it tells us about 2020 and 2060. https://medium.com/@mishaley/how-history-predicts-the-2020-election-and-the-next-40-years-1904e6ac19bd  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.