Episode 1
JQA
Oct 10, 2011
Stan visits historical sites from John Quincy Adams’ life to learn more about his presidency.
Episode 2
The New World
Oct 3, 2011
From the Renaissance to the Reformation and colonization, meet pioneers in science, religion, and exploration that paved the way to a New World and the birth of a nation.
Episode 3
Times of Turmoil: Van Buren, Harrison and Tyler
Oct 10, 2011
Stan shares stories of three presidents: Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler.
Episode 4
The Alamo
Oct 17, 2011
Stan explores the rich history of Texas, from the Battle of the Alamo to the Texas Revolution.
Episode 5
James K. Polk: A Man On A Mission
Oct 24, 2011
President James K. Polk offers great economic success as he expands the country further west.
Episode 6
A Time of Compromise: Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore
Oct 31, 2011
Stan examines the question of slavery impacted the policies of Presidents Taylor and Fillmore.
Episode 7
Times Of Trouble: Franklin Pierce & James Buchanan
Jun 13, 2016
Franklin Pierce and James Buchanan enter the spotlight as Stan studies their presidencies.
Episode 8
A Time of Crisis: Abraham Lincoln and the Case for Union
Jun 20, 2016
Host Stan Ellsworth commemorates the presidency of Abraham Lincoln.
Episode 9
Triumph and Tragedy: Andrew Johnson and Reconstruction
Jun 27, 2016
Stan travels to Tennessee to tell the story of the most misunderstood president, Andrew Johnson.
Episode 10
The Enforcer of Federalism: Ulysses S. Grant
Jul 4, 2016
President Ulysses S. Grant attempts to piece the Union back together during Reconstruction.
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