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American Ride

Season 9 · 10 episodes

Delve into the lives of the founding fathers of our nation with Stan Ellsworth.

  1. Episode 1

    Sons of the South

    Stan highlights the contributions of overlooked patriots who paved the way to American Independence

  2. Episode 2

    Storm Bringers

    Stan tours Boston to share stories of Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere, and Joseph Warren.

  3. Episode 3

    Sage of the Age: Dr. Benjamin Franklin

    A journey to Philadelphia has Stan recounting the life of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin.

  4. Episode 4

    The Indispensable Man: George Washington

    Stan discovers the true history of George Washington as he details his life story.

  5. Episode 5

    The Eagle & Dove: Adams & Jefferson--Part 1

    Stan spotlights two prominent Founding Fathers, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

  6. Episode 6

    Friends, Foes & Friends Again: Adams & Jefferson—Part 2

    Thomas Jefferson and John Adams face off in the contentious election of 1800.

  7. Episode 7

    The Federalist: Alexander Hamilton

    Feb 1, 2016

    Host Stan Ellsworth recounts the life of George Washington’s right-hand man, Alexander Hamilton.

  8. Episode 8

    The Architect of American Government: James Madison

    Feb 8, 2016

    Stan discovers the contributions of James Madison as a founder and president of the United States.

  9. Episode 9

    The Last Cocked Hat: James Monroe

    Feb 15, 2016

    James Monroe rises through the ranks and becomes the fifth President of the United States.

  10. Episode 10

    Ladies of Liberty

    Feb 22, 2016

    Stan highlights Martha Washington’s contributions as the First Lady of the United States.