American Memoirs

In this episode, we explore the striking similarities between the 1968 and 2024 elections. Both eras faced intense societal divisions and widespread protests. From the civil rights movements of 1968 to today's debates over social justice and climate change, history seems to repeat itself. We delve into how the charismatic and controversial figures of 1968, like Richard Nixon, compare to today's political leaders. Join us as we unravel the threads of the past that continue to shape our political present, offering a thought-provoking look at these two pivotal moments in American history.

In this gripping episode of American Memoirs, we journey back to the roots of democracy with esteemed guest Charles C. Mann, to uncover the profound influence of the Iroquois Confederacy on the foundation of the United States. Revered for their sophisticated governance system and the Great Law of Peace, the Iroquois Confederacy stands as a beacon of liberty and unity. But how did these indigenous principles resonate with the architects of American freedom? As we peel back the layers of history, we find a narrative interwoven with respect, collaboration, and an enduring quest for harmony. Join us as we explore the untold story of America's genesis, where the legacy of the Iroquois Confederacy challenges our understanding of liberty itself. Was the great American experiment inspired by a forgotten civilization? Discover the origins of a nation, on American Memoirs.

Warren G Harding was a very popular president. Loved by the people, his friends, and his wife, life could not have been better. But as the corruption and moral decay of his cabinet and the infamous "Ohio Gang" comes to light in 1923, was it possible for him to overcome the pressure? Or had Death sealed his fate long ago?

Harry Truman didn't expect to be President in 1945, but 82 days into being Vice President he suddenly had a new job to do. War in Europe was effectively over, but the war in the Pacific was still raging on. The US had one objective in mind, Japanese surrender. Americans have historically attributed the dropping of the atomic bomb as the cause for the end of hostilities, but is that the full truth?

Almost 50 years have passed since George HW Bush and the crew of the USS San Jacinto were fighting the Japanese in the Pacific, and yet the memories have stayed so fresh. Does a war ever leave a man? Or does war become part of man, and every decision he makes henceforth? Join host Beau Grzanich with a new narrated audio story of the 1991 Authorization of Operation Desert Storm, the freeing of Kuwait.