The Whiskey Rebellion

Frank and David discuss the Chinese balloon and the history of balloons in the US.

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Frank: Bonnie Raitt's Grammy win

David: NYT on sturgeon

Frank and David discuss frauds and imposters in American history.

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Frank: Noah Hawley article on the West

David: The Pale Blue Eye

Frank and David discuss the history of the Speaker of the House job, some folks who defined the position, and what the recent lengthy elections mean for Kevin McCarthy's speakership.

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Frank: In the Course of Human Events podcast

David: Cherokee seat in Congress

Back after a brief hiatus, Frank and David discuss the end-of-year political landscape, including the January 6 Committee, Ukraine, and the spending bill. 

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Frank: Maurizio Valsania's First Among Men

David: Articles of Interest

In the midst of the World Cup, Frank and David discuss the history of football/soccer in the United States.

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Frank: Shoutout to listeners

David: Site of Gettysburg Address

In front of a live audience, Frank and David discuss the midterm elections.

Thanks to the Edinburgh Uni History Society and Political Union for organizing this event!

Frank and David discuss the history of university admissions, including the recent Supreme Court case on affirmative action.

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Frank:  register for the Fennell Forum 

David: history of mac and cheese

Frank and David discuss the history of politicians as targets of violence. 

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Frank: Archaeologists under Revolutionary Era POW camp in PA

David: Force and Freedom by Kellie Carter Jackson

Frank and David discuss the Pennsylvania senate election, where Democratic candidate John Fetterman's health has become a major issue in the campaign.  They discuss the history of health in political elections.

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Frank: Fennell Forum on December 1 (details to come)

David: new book by Catherine Bateson & SCWH grant

Frank and David discuss the history of the railroad labor.

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Frank:  Getting Word project at Monticello

David: CIA Museum