Echoes Of The Republic

In The Canada Connection, we trace how U.S. presidents have shaped and navigated the complex relationship with Canada—from border disputes and “54°40′ or Fight” to trade, war, climate, and culture. A story of rivalry, diplomacy, and enduring partnership.

In The Presidents and the Professors, we explore how U.S. presidents have shaped—and been shaped by—American colleges. From Jefferson’s founding ideals to campus protests, court battles, and culture wars, this episode traces the politics of higher education.

From Roosevelt’s polio campaign to Trump’s war with the CDC, this episode examines how presidents have shaped—and shaken—America’s public health institutions. A sweeping look at leadership, science, and the politics of medicine in the modern presidency.

Economist Judith Rosenzweig joins Echoes of the Republic to unpack the history and politics of tariffs—from McKinley and Smoot-Hawley to Trump’s trade wars. A deep dive into presidential power, economic fallout, and what it means for America’s future.

Memorial Day isn't just a ceremony—it's a stage for presidential reckoning. Charlotte Wells traces how presidents have shaped, politicized, and commemorated this solemn holiday from Grant to Trump, asking who we remember—and who we forget.

This episode explores how U.S. presidents have concealed major health issues, including strokes, heart disease, and cognitive decline, raising urgent questions about transparency, leadership, and the public’s right to know.

Charlotte Wells explores the history of birthright citizenship—from the 14th Amendment to Trump’s second-term efforts to limit it. This episode examines how presidents have shaped who belongs in America through law, fear, and the meaning of citizenship itself.

In “The Moral Presidency,” we examine how presidents have used the office to shape the nation's values. From calls for unity to personal failings, the episode explores how moral leadership can uplift or undermine trust

Owen Fielding examines how U.S. presidents—from Lincoln to Trump—have suspended or challenged habeas corpus during crises, exploring the balance between national security and civil liberties throughout American history.

In this episode, we uncover the story of the Palmer Raids—mass arrests and deportations of immigrants in 1919–1920—and compare them to modern-day crackdowns, exploring how fear, power, and politics shape America's approach to civil liberties and dissent.