Podcast Description for Curious Katie O: "Alexander Hamilton" by Ron Chernow Episode

Get ready, Curious minds! In this fun, energetic, and totally fascinating episode of Curious Katie O, we’re diving into the epic life of Alexander Hamilton—the OG immigrant success story who helped build America as we know it today. We’re talking about the book that inspired the smash-hit musical, Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow.

Join me as we explore five key things you probably didn’t know about Hamilton, including his ridiculously young start, his scrappy rise from poverty, and why he’s often the most overlooked Founding Father. We’ll dig into his brilliant but flawed character, the vision he had for America that’s still alive today (hello, national bank!), and how Lin-Manuel Miranda turned Hamilton’s life into a cultural phenomenon.

With eye-opening quotes straight from the book, stories about Hamilton’s family, his fiery temper, and that famous duel, this episode will have you seeing Hamilton in a whole new light. Whether you’re a history buff or just obsessed with the musical, this one’s for you. Let’s get curious!