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American History Hotline

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Independence Day
Marilyn Monroe
Great Depression
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Electoral College
Poisoning
Dysentery
Syphilis
Marquis De Lafayette
Murder Investigation
Arsenic
Jim Crow Laws
Spanish-American War
Republican Party

Bob Crawford searches for the best historians and experts to answer listener questions about American history — from the Revolutionary War to rock & roll feuds. Got a question? Send it to AmericanHistoryHotline@gmail.com.

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In this episode, we explore the history of America's first vaccines, which can be traced to a mandate from none other than G... more

Was it the rise of hitchhiking? Lead in the water pipes? Or was it something a little darker in our culture? Bob rings up private investigator and host of the podcast Hell & Gone: Murder Line — Catherine Townsend — to learn why there were so many ser... more

We all have that relative that tells us there was actually no green bean casserole at the first Thanksgiving. Yeah, we know, Grandma! But how much do we really know about that first feast between the Pilgrims and the Indians?

Well, a lot. But the ... more

In 1859, Congressman Daniel Sickles murdered Philip Barton Key (son of the man who wrote The Star-Spangled Banner) in a fit of jealous rage just steps from the White House. The resulting trial became America’s first true media circus, and gave rise t... more

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Catherine Townsend
Host of the podcasts Hell & Gone, Murder Line and Red Collar
Episode: Why Were There So Many Serial Killers in 1970s America?
David J. Silverman
Historian and author of This Land Is Their Land, The Wampanoag Indians, Plymouth Colony, and The Troubled History of Thanksgiving.
Episode: Is Thanksgiving a Feast of Lies?! Historian David J. Silverman Separates Myth from Truth
Chris DeRose
Author of Star Spangled Scandal, Sex, Murder, and the Trial That Changed America
Episode: When Murder Was Legal …ish
Roger McNamee
Technology investor and author of Zucked, Waking Up to the Facebook Catastrophe.
Author, investor
Episode: How Did Big Tech Take Over Our Elections?
Chad Orzel
Author of the book, A Brief History of Timekeeping, The Science of Marking Time from Stonehenge to Atomic Clocks. He is also an associate professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Union College.
Union College
Episode: Why Won't Daylight Saving Time Die?
Matthew Restall
Director of Latin American Studies at Penn State and author
Penn State
Episode: What Was Columbus REALLY Like?
Tyrone Howard
Professor in the School of Education and Information Studies at UCLA
UCLA
Episode: Blackface's Lasting Legacy in America with Tyrone Howard
Cale E. Carter II
Director of Exhibitions at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum in Houston, Texas
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Episode: Buffalo Soldiers: The History Behind Bob Marley’s Lyrics with Cale E. Carter II
Michael Cullinane
Professor of US history at Dickinson State University and author
Dickinson State University
Episode: Why Do Third Parties Fail?

Host

Bob Crawford
Host of American History Hotline, known for engaging conversations with historians and experts on various American historical topics driven by listener questions.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Great find!

    So glad to have found this podcast! I’m enjoying hearing interesting topics explained in an interesting way. Bob Crawford and his guests provide amazing context to American History. I’m in the process of binging all the episodes and am happy I cottoned on to the podcast relatively early!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeaSuCC
    United States2 months ago
  • Columbus

    He was not “just a man of his time”, he was a crazed genocidal man who doesn’t need to be mentioned politely.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Antks555
    United States2 months ago
  • Electoral College

    Surprised (not) to hear that Peter didn’t address the main concern that comes up for keeping the electoral college: a few large blue states would decide the presidential outcome, every time. The needs of a small state like a Wyoming would be ignored, and candidates would ONLY campaign in the few most populated states.

    The presidential election is handled differently because it’s the ONlY national office ALL Americans can vote for———-

    Peter also never mentions that Democratically controlled stat... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    redwolfhopw
    United States2 months ago
  • Great idea

    Poor execution. All topics seem to be political indoctrination. Why not just do history education?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RWS2250
    United States2 months ago
  • Find a fact based history show

    A lot of facts are missing from this show, therefore I’d recommend finding a different show to get the truth about history cause this isn’t the show for the complete story.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rickdoss
    United States2 months ago

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The podcast is noted for its accessibility and ability to make history relatable, appealing to both casual listeners and history buffs.
Some criticism focuses on perceived political bias, while others commend the host's ability to facilitate a balanced dialogue with knowledgeable guests.
Listeners appreciate the expert insights and engaging format, often describing the content as entertaining and informative.

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#250
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Apple Podcasts
#207
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Is Thanksgiving a Feast of Lies?! Historian David J. Silverman Separates Myth from Truth
Q: Is there any way for us to know the story from the Wampanoag side?
We can judge what the treaty said versus the way the Wampanoags behaved after the treaty.
What Was Columbus REALLY Like?
Q: What was Christopher Columbus really like?
Restall emphasizes Columbus as a multifaceted symbol of colonization, embodying both achievements and atrocities.
Blackface's Lasting Legacy in America with Tyrone Howard
Q: Why do people argue against remembering slavery?
Many argue that recognizing slavery is essential because it sheds light on historical and ongoing disparities, emphasizing the importance of empathy towards the sufferings of those who lived through it.
Blackface's Lasting Legacy in America with Tyrone Howard
Q: How did minstrel shows interact with enslaved people?
Minstrel shows presented a distorted view of Black culture, often stripping away the significance and depth of African American music and experiences.
Blackface's Lasting Legacy in America with Tyrone Howard
Q: What is the history of Blackface in America?
Blackface originated in the 1800s as a theatrical practice where white performers mocked and dehumanized Black people. It reinforced stereotypes of intellectual inferiority, laziness, and a lack of education.

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1. Catherine Townsend
2. David J. Silverman
3. Chris DeRose
4. Roger McNamee
5. Chad Orzel
6. Matthew Restall
7. Tyrone Howard
8. Cale E. Carter II

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