On the second episode in our two-part series on taxation, we cover Federalist Papers 34-36, in which Hamilton continues to press his case for a more robust system of federal taxation. We also discuss some Anti-Federalist arguments to the contrary.

On the first of this two-part series, we cover Federalist Papers 30-33 in which Hamilton argues that taxes are great and that we need more of them! We also discuss the recent Supreme Court sales tax case, South Dakotah v. Wayfair, Inc.

We've reached double digits! On the tenth episode of United We Pod, America's favorite podcasters continue their discussion of the military and the militia in Federalist Papers 26-29. We also delve into some more Anti-Federalist writings and reiterate to our listeners that WE ARE NOT HISTORIANS! We're just some schlubs who are interested in American history.

On this episode of UWP, the casters discuss the need to vest the power of raising armies with the federal government. We also cover some Anti-Federalist writings and imagine Alexander Hamilton screaming at himself in a mirror.

On Episode 8 of America's most patriotic podcast, the casters discuss Federalist Papers 21 and 22, aptly titled "Other Defects of the Present Confederation." We also discuss the New California movement and the urban-rural divide.

On this episode of UWP, America's favorite podcasting trio ventures deep into the bowels of history. We cover Federalist Papers 18-20 and compare the American confederation with the Swiss Cantons, the United Netherlands, and several ancient Greek leagues.

On episode 6 of UWP, Yosef and Laura discuss Federalist Papers 15-17. In these papers, Publius argues that in order to be effective, the federal government must have legal authority over individuals. He then makes his case that the federal government would never overreach and the scope of its authority would be extremely limited (spoiler: the scope of authority today is anything but limited). The podcasters also discuss the proposed Balanced Budget Amendment and the push for a new Constitutional Convention.

On Episode 5 of United We Pod, Yosef, Laura, and Emily discuss Federalist Papers 11-14, which cover commerce, the navy, revenue, and efficiency. The casters also touch on the topics of wizard chess and booze. L'chaim!

On this episode of UWP, Ohio State University political scientist Dr. Paul Beck joins the podcasters to discuss Federalist Papers 9 and 10 as well as the history of American political parties.

In Episode 3, Yosef, Laura, and Emily discuss Federalist Papers 6-8, which cover the topic of domestic dissension and hostility. The casters then segue into a conversation about modern state secessionist movements in Texas, California, and New Hampshire.