The Blessings of Liberty with Jeffrey Rosen

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The Blessings of Liberty is a weekly podcast hosted by Jeffrey Rosen — CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center, professor of law at George Washington University Law School, and senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Each episode brings together leading liberal and conservative authors, historians, legal scholars, judges, journalists, and public intellectuals for thoughtful conversations about the constitutional and historical questions at the center of American life. Guests discuss new books about American history and the Constitution, debate the best arguments on both sides of current Supreme Court cases, and explore the Founding principles at the heart of the American story — including how deep reading and lifelong learning can help citizens pursue happiness and lead meaningful, purpose-driven lives. With deep dives into history, the Constitution, the lives of the Founders, landmark Supreme Court decisions, and the great books that shape the American tradition, The Blessings of Liberty examines not only what the Constitution means, but why the American Idea still matters. The podcast also offers a model for how citizens with different views can engage in the civil dialogue the Founders believed was essential to preserving the American experiment. 

  1. 5日前

    How has the Declaration of Independence Inspired Americans Over Time?

    SHOW NOTES: Ted Widmer joins to discuss his recent book, The Living Declaration: A Biography of America’s Founding Text. Widmer traces the antecedents of the Declaration’s big ideas and finds in the words of succeeding generations of Americans, and people around the globe, the key to understanding the durability of America’s founding ideas. Participants  Ted Widmer was Distinguished Lecturer at the Macaulay Honors College of the CUNY. A former director of the John Carter Brown Library and the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress, he is the author of 10 books and recipient of the Lincoln Forum Book Prize. Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources Barack Obama, “Remarks by the President on the Supreme Court Decision on Marriage Equality” (2015)Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948)Martin Luther King, Jr., “I Have a Dream” (1963)Susan B. Anthony, Matilda Joslyn Gage, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, “Declaration of Rights of the Women of the United States” (1876)Abraham Lincoln, “The Gettysburg Address” (1863) Stay Connected Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPod and @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPod Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

  2. 8月20日

    Why Did the Founders Fear Democracy?

    "Exploring the big ideas at the heart of the American experiment" SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, law professor Robert P. George joins to discuss the philosophical underpinnings of the American Founding, the original meaning of “the pursuit of happiness,” the centrality of education to the formation of virtue, and the importance of structural safeguards for the protection of liberty. Jeffrey Rosen moderates. This episode was originally recorded as a program with the Chautauqua Institution.   Participants  Robert P. George is McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions. He also chairs the New Jersey Advisory Committee of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. His most recent book is Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth: Law and Morality in Our Cultural Moment (2025).  Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources Robert P. George | Chautauqua Lecture SeriesRobert P. George, Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth: Law and Morality in Our Cultural Moment (2025)Jeffrey Rosen, The Pursuit of Liberty: How Hamilton vs. Jefferson Ignited the Lasting Battle Over Power in America (2025)James Madison, “Federalist No. 10” (1787)James Madison, “Federalist No. 51” (1788) Stay Connected and Learn More Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPodX (Personal): @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPod Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

  3. 8月13日

    This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History

    "Recounting the ultimate road trip through the American past" SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Beverly Gage joins to discuss her most recent book, This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History. In this book, Gage recounts her travels to the museums, historic sites, roadside attractions, reenactments, and souvenir shops where Americans learn and fight about our history. From the birth of the nation in Philadelphia to Disneyland and the California dream, This Land Is Your Land offers a guided tour of thirteen places and thirteen key moments that define America's greatest successes and challenges. Participants  Beverly Gage is the John Lewis Gaddis Professor of History at Yale University. Her book G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century, a biography of former FBI director J. Edgar Hoover, received the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for Biography and the Bancroft Prize in American History and Diplomacy. Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources Beverly Gage, This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip Through U.S. History (2026)Beverly Gage, G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century (2023) Stay Connected and Learn More Continue the conversation by following us on social media.Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPodX (Personal): @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPodExplore Pursuit: The Founders’ Guide to HappinessFollow, rate, and review wherever you listen Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

  4. 8月6日

    America on the Docket: The 2026 Supreme Court

    "Exploring the arguments and implications of the Court’s recent major decisions" SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, journalist Joanne Lipman moderates a conversation with legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg and podcast host Jeffrey Rosen about the overarching themes, historical context, and future developments of the biggest cases from the Supreme Court’s most recent term. This episode was originally recorded as a virtual program with The New York Historical.  Participants  Joanne Lipman is an author and journalist who has served as editor-in-chief of organizations including USA Today and the Wall Street Journal’s Weekend Journal. She is also a scholar-trustee of The New York Historical.  Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Nina Totenberg is the American legal affairs correspondent for the National Public Radio (NPR). She has been covering the Supreme Court for over 50 years and has won numerous awards for her reporting. Additional Resources Trump v. Barbara (2026)Trump v. Slaughter (2026)Trump v. Cook (2026)Louisiana v. Callais (2026) Stay Connected and Learn More Continue the conversation by following us on social media.Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPodX (Personal): @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPodExplore Pursuit: The Founders’ Guide to HappinessFollow, rate, and review wherever you listen Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

  5. 7月30日

    Conspirator in Chief: The Long Tradition of Conspiracy Theories in the American Presidency

    "Exploring the history of presidential demagoguery and conspiracy-mongering" SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, esteemed presidential historian Stephen Knott joins to discuss his most recent book, Conspirator in Chief: The Long Tradition of Conspiracy Theories in the American Presidency. Knott takes readers on a sobering tour of the lowlights in the American presidency, showing how presidents from Thomas Jefferson to Donald Trump have engaged in reckless conspiracy-mongering about their political opponents in order to increase their power and prestige. Jeffrey Rosen, senior fellow at FIRE and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center, moderates.  Participants  Stephen Knott is the Thomas & Mabel Guy Professor of American History and Government at Ashland University and an Emeritus Professor of National Security Affairs at the United States Naval War College. He is the author or editor of ten books dealing with the American presidency, the early republic, and American foreign policy.  Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources Stephen Knott, Conspirator in Chief: The Long Tradition of Conspiracy Theories in the American Presidency (2026) Stephen Knott, The Lost Soul of the American Presidency: The Decline into Demagoguery and the Prospects for Renewal (2019)Stephen Knott, Alexander Hamilton & The Persistence of Myth (2002) Stay Connected and Learn More Continue the conversation by following us on social media.Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPodX (Personal): @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPodExplore Pursuit: The Founders’ Guide to HappinessFollow, rate, and review wherever you listen Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

  6. 7月23日

    Birthright Citizenship and Presidential Removal: A Historical Deep Dive

    Unpacking the history behind the Court’s biggest cases SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, leading originalism and executive power scholars Jed Shugerman and Ilan Wurman break down the historical arguments underlying two of the Court’s most consequential cases this term: Trump v. Barbara (the birthright citizenship case) and Trump v. Slaughter (the presidential removal power case). Jeffrey Rosen moderates.   Participants  Jed Shugerman is a Professor, Joseph Lipsitt Scholar, and Henry Elwood Warren Scholar at Boston University School of Law. The author of several law review articles about the original public meaning of Article II, he is currently working on two books on the history of executive power and prosecution in America. Illan Wurman is the Julius E. Davis Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota, where he teaches administrative law and constitutional law. He hosts the podcast rationally BASED, and his new book is The Constitution of 1789: An Introduction. Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing writer of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources Trump v. Barbara (2026)Trump v. Slaughter (2026)Jed Shugerman, Brief Amicus Curiae in Support of Respondents [Trump v. Slaughter] (11/14/2025)Jed Shugerman, Brief of Originalist Scholars Evan D. Bernick and Jed H. Shugerman As Amici Curiae Supporting Respondents, [Trump v. Barbara] (2/26/2026)Ilan Wurman, Brief of Amicus Curiae Professor Ilan Wurman in Support of Petitioners [Trump v. Slaughter] (10/16/2025)Ilan Wurman, Brief of Amicus Curiae Professor Ilan Wurman in Support of Petitioners [Trump v. Barbara] (1/27/2026) Stay Connected and Learn More Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

    Birthright Citizenship and Presidential Removal: A Historical Deep Dive

  7. 7月16日

    The Lost Founder: James Wilson and the Forgotten Fight for a People’s Constitution

    Exploring the life, ideas, and contributions of James Wilson SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, New York Times journalist Jesse Wegman joins to discuss his new book, The Lost Founder: James Wilson and the Forgotten Fight for a People’s Constitution. This biography tells the story of James Wilson, a Founding Father whose bold vision shaped American democracy, but whose legacy was lost to scandal. Jeffrey Rosen, senior fellow at FIRE and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center, moderates.  Participants  Jesse Wegman is a Senior Fellow at the Brennan Center for Justice, where he writes about Supreme Court reform and constitutional amendments. From 2013 to 2025, he was a member of the New York Times editorial board, covering law and politics, the Supreme Court, democracy, and electoral reforms. His first book, Let the People Pick the President: The Case for Abolishing the Electoral College, was published in 2020. Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources Jesse Wegman, The Lost Founder: James Wilson and the Forgotten Fight for a People’s Constitution (6/23/2026) James Wilson, Considerations on the Nature and Extent of Legislative Authority (1774)James Wilson, “Speech in the State House Yard” (1787)James Wilson, Lectures on Law (1790-1791) Stay Connected and Learn More Continue the conversation by following us on social media.Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPodX (Personal): @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPodExplore Pursuit: The Founders’ Guide to HappinessFollow, rate, and review wherever you listen Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings.

    The Lost Founder: James Wilson and the Forgotten Fight for a People’s Constitution

  8. 7月9日

    Free Speech and Religious Liberty with David French

    Unpacking the legal and political issues surrounding free speech and the First Amendment SHOW NOTES: In this episode of The Blessings of Liberty, former president of FIRE David French explores evolving threats to free speech, the rise of Christian nationalism, the importance of religious liberty, and the thorny legal issues posed by AI and social media. Jeffrey Rosen, senior fellow at FIRE and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center, moderates.   Participants  David French is a columnist for the New York Times and Special Guest for the podcast Advisory Opinions. He’s a former president of FIRE and former senior editor of The Dispatch. He most recently Divided We Fall: America’s Secession Threat and How to Restore Our Nation. Jeffrey Rosen is a senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) and CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center. He is also a professor of law at the George Washington University Law School and a contributing editor of The Atlantic.  Additional Resources David French, Divided We Fall: America’s Secession Threat and How to Restore Our Nation (2020)David French, “Christian Nationalism’s Dark Forebears” (6/14/2026)David French, “There’s a 900-Year-Old Answer to Our Most Modern Problem” (4/30/2026)David French, “Don’t Cheer Too Hard for the Facebook Verdict” (3/26/2026) Stay Connected and Learn More Continue the conversation by following us on social media.Substack: @rosenjeffreyInstagram: @TheBlessingsOfLibertyX: @JeffreyRosenPodX (Personal): @RosenJeffreyYouTube: @TheBlessingsofLibertyPodExplore Pursuit: The Founders’ Guide to Happiness Thank you to our presenting sponsor, FIRE, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of all Americans—especially freedom of speech and free thought. Learn more about FIRE’s work at FIRE.org/blessings. Soapbox is the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression’s bold new conference, taking place November 4-6, 2026, in Philadelphia to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with high-impact keynotes, timely panels, and unforgettable entertainment. It culminates in a show-stopping gala on November 6. Please go to soapbox.fire.org to purchase tickets and check out the amazing lineup of speakers! I’m

    Free Speech and Religious Liberty with David French
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The Blessings of Liberty is a weekly podcast hosted by Jeffrey Rosen — CEO Emeritus of the National Constitution Center, professor of law at George Washington University Law School, and senior fellow at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Each episode brings together leading liberal and conservative authors, historians, legal scholars, judges, journalists, and public intellectuals for thoughtful conversations about the constitutional and historical questions at the center of American life. Guests discuss new books about American history and the Constitution, debate the best arguments on both sides of current Supreme Court cases, and explore the Founding principles at the heart of the American story — including how deep reading and lifelong learning can help citizens pursue happiness and lead meaningful, purpose-driven lives. With deep dives into history, the Constitution, the lives of the Founders, landmark Supreme Court decisions, and the great books that shape the American tradition, The Blessings of Liberty examines not only what the Constitution means, but why the American Idea still matters. The podcast also offers a model for how citizens with different views can engage in the civil dialogue the Founders believed was essential to preserving the American experiment. 

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