Episodes
JQA
October 10, 2011
Stan visits historical sites from John Quincy Adams’ life to learn more about his presidency.
The New World
October 3, 2011
From the Renaissance to the Reformation and colonization, meet pioneers in science, religion, and exploration that paved the way to a New World and the birth of a nation.
Times of Turmoil: Van Buren, Harrison and Tyler
October 10, 2011
Stan shares stories of three presidents: Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler.
The Alamo
October 17, 2011
Stan explores the rich history of Texas, from the Battle of the Alamo to the Texas Revolution.
James K. Polk: A Man On A Mission
October 24, 2011
President James K. Polk offers great economic success as he expands the country further west.
A Time of Compromise: Zachary Taylor and Millard Fillmore
October 31, 2011
Stan examines the question of slavery impacted the policies of Presidents Taylor and Fillmore.
Times Of Trouble: Franklin Pierce & James Buchanan
June 13, 2016
Franklin Pierce and James Buchanan enter the spotlight as Stan studies their presidencies.
A Time of Crisis: Abraham Lincoln and the Case for Union
June 20, 2016
Host Stan Ellsworth commemorates the presidency of Abraham Lincoln.
Triumph and Tragedy: Andrew Johnson and Reconstruction
June 27, 2016
Stan travels to Tennessee to tell the story of the most misunderstood president, Andrew Johnson.
The Enforcer of Federalism: Ulysses S. Grant
July 4, 2016
President Ulysses S. Grant attempts to piece the Union back together during Reconstruction.