Friends & Fellow Citizens

Sherman Tylawsky
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In this unique civics podcast, discover how the principles of George Washington's Farewell Address (patriotism, civility, faith, education, national unity, and fiscal responsibility) apply to today! With a focus on American political institutions and policymaking, hear fascinating stories and discussions that any America-loving listener can enjoy!This non-partisan podcast is a remarkable mix of solo shows, interviews and special guests that gives you a great boost of freedom! New episodes on the first two Mondays of each month!

  1. #200: Wake-up Calls for a 'Made in USA' National Security Vision and Strategy

    5D AGO

    #200: Wake-up Calls for a 'Made in USA' National Security Vision and Strategy

    Thank you to all our listeners and supporters for getting F&FC to 200 episodes! We are proud of the work done and are looking forward to much more content! Stay tuned! China's grand strategy to reshape supply chains, ideological dominance, and the larger world order can be traced to strategies like Made in China 2025. How much of a wake-up call is this for the U.S.? Emily de la Bruyère, Senior Fellow at the Foundations for Defense of Democracies (FDD) and co-founder of Horizon Advisory, joins the podcast to share some of China's boldest strategies and their threats to U.S. national security and prosperity. Could a bigger wake-up call motivate a more ambitious national security vision and strategy from the U.S.? Learn more from Emily's work at FDD! https://www.fdd.org/team/emily-de-la-bruyere/ Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    54 min
  2. #199: Thomas Stone (MD) - A Signer Who Battled for Diplomacy and Family

    APR 13

    #199: Thomas Stone (MD) - A Signer Who Battled for Diplomacy and Family

    While little is known about Thomas Stone, learn more about his dedication to preventing war and care for his ill wife that compelled him to leave public office. Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    37 min
  3. #198: Racing to Shatter Taboos and Myths - Failures of Race-based Policies feat. Dr. Wilfred Reilly

    APR 6

    #198: Racing to Shatter Taboos and Myths - Failures of Race-based Policies feat. Dr. Wilfred Reilly

    Policies like DEI, affirmative action, and other race-based policies claim to embrace diversity. The Jussie Smollett case initially made people aware of racial issues, but the event turned out to be a highly publicized hate crime hoax. Why do race-based policies fail to realistically achieve success in solving social issues?  Dr. Wilfred Reilly, professor at Kentucky State University, shares how race-based policies further divide ethnic groups and contribute to racial divisions. He advocates for greater awareness to mitigate the spread and effects of such policies. Check out Wilfred's website! https://wilfredreilly.com/ Check out Wilfred's books below! Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me Hate Crime Hoax: How the Left is Selling a Fake Race War Taboo: 10 Facts You Can't Talk About Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    1h 10m
  4. #197 - Fauchet's 'Ricochet Effect' - Randolph's Vindication Claims and Washington's Handling of a Scandal

    MAR 9

    #197 - Fauchet's 'Ricochet Effect' - Randolph's Vindication Claims and Washington's Handling of a Scandal

    Washington's Farewell Address is very much a speech reflecting on the first President's successes and failures. Edmund Randolph, the first Attorney General, looked promising for a cabinet member but caused headaches for the new administration. How did Washington handle an embarrassing moment for the Secretary of State? Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    40 min
  5. #196: Removing Polarized Lenses of Partisan and Asymmetrical Identities feat. Dr. Samara Klar, Dr. David Hopkins

    MAR 2

    #196: Removing Polarized Lenses of Partisan and Asymmetrical Identities feat. Dr. Samara Klar, Dr. David Hopkins

    Anyone looking through polarized lenses sees everything darker. How and why have Americans disliked "the other side" more and chosen new, uncompromising political identities? What can be done to "remove" these polarized lenses? Dr. Samara Klar (Professor of Political Science, University of Arizona) and Dr. David Hopkins (Professor of Political Science, Boston College) discuss the nature and consequences of distortions happening to our political environment today. Hear what citizens can do to more clearly see and improve our political culture. Check out Samara's book Independent Politics and her website samaraklar.com too! Check out Dave's book Polarized by Degrees! Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    1h 2m
  6. #195: Washington's BD Ep. - Theodore Roosevelt's Vast Frontiers of Governance and Natural Preservation feat. Dr. Michael Cullinane

    FEB 16

    #195: Washington's BD Ep. - Theodore Roosevelt's Vast Frontiers of Governance and Natural Preservation feat. Dr. Michael Cullinane

    With multiple favorite U.S. presidents to choose from, few if any stand out like Theodore Roosevelt. What made the 26th POTUS uniquely interested in nature? How will North Dakota play an important role later in July 2026 to finally preserve his legacy? Dr. Michael Patrick Cullinane, Chair of Roosevelt Studies at Dickinson State University and Public Historian at the Theodore Roosevelt Association, shares the inspirations and contributions of the Rough Rider who brought the U.S. to a new century of conservation and diplomacy. Check out Mike's website and learn more about the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library on its website! Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    1h 2m
  7. #194: William Paca (MD) - An Italian Lawyer Who Questioned "Energetic Government"

    FEB 9

    #194: William Paca (MD) - An Italian Lawyer Who Questioned "Energetic Government"

    One of only two Signers of Italian descent, William Paca was a successful lawyer and was heavily involved in the formation of our system of government. What can we learn from his opposition to "energetic government?" Can civic energy come from such a position? Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    35 min
  8. #193: Having Faith in the True Nature of Religious Freedom feat. Dr. Vincent Phillip Muñoz

    FEB 2

    #193: Having Faith in the True Nature of Religious Freedom feat. Dr. Vincent Phillip Muñoz

    Watch the video episode HERE! As we reflect again later this month on Washington's Birthday, religion and religious freedom are indisputably central to the American experiment. How do the Founders' ideas on religion relate to our debates today? And where does faith fit in with our country?  This episode's special guest is Dr. Vincent Phillip Muñoz, who is Professor of Political Science and Professor of Law and Founding Director of the Center for Citizenship and Constitutional Government at the University of Notre Dame. Hear how his expertise and views contribute to understanding religion and religious freedom in the U.S. Check out Dr. Muñoz's books below! Religious Liberty and the American Founding: Natural Rights and the Original Meanings of the First Amendment Religion Clauses God and the Founders: Madison, Washington, and Jefferson Support the show Visit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute! JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level! IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not represent the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

    58 min
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In this unique civics podcast, discover how the principles of George Washington's Farewell Address (patriotism, civility, faith, education, national unity, and fiscal responsibility) apply to today! With a focus on American political institutions and policymaking, hear fascinating stories and discussions that any America-loving listener can enjoy!This non-partisan podcast is a remarkable mix of solo shows, interviews and special guests that gives you a great boost of freedom! New episodes on the first two Mondays of each month!

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  • Creator
    Sherman Tylawsky
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    217
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Friends & Fellow Citizens
  • Show Website
    Friends & Fellow Citizens