Presidential
The Washington Post's Presidential podcast explores how each former American president reached office, made decisions, handled crises and redefined the role of commander-in-chief. It was released leading up to up to Election Day 2016, starting with George Washington in week one and ending on week 44 with the president-elect. New special episodes in the countdown to the 2020 presidential election highlight other stories from U.S. presidential history that can help illuminate our current moment. Hosted by Lillian Cunningham, the series features Pulitzer Prize-winning biographers like David McCullough and Washington Post journalists like Bob Woodward. [When you're done, listen to Lillian's other historical podcasts: Constitutional and Moonrise]
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Good overview of them all.
Feb 1
I’m up to Harrison and enjoying so far. The content added by each expert is a good addition. I like the format with each prez getting the same amount of time whether they served one term or 4. Just enough to make a listener go find out more if there is one you’re really interested in….or want to go on a blind date with.
I want to love this podcast!!
Aug 8
I so wish I could listen to this podcast. It’s actually really interesting. I just can’t with the person hosting. The vocal fry. The frequent giggling for no reason. The glottal attack in the middle of words like “certain” (cer-in), “important” (impor-int), “Martin” (Mar-in), etc. It’s like being at a middle school slumber party where someone is talking about presidents. I know it’s a me problem. I’ve tried really hard to listen. I guess I’m just sensitive to how some people talk.
Now would be a good time for an episode
Jul 14
As a huge fan of this podcast, it has the rare chance to look forward instead of backwards. What can we learn from previous assassinations and attempts about how the influence elections? We want to hear from you, Presidential!
Lots to learn
Jan 24
I learned so much about some of the obscure presidents. I walked away with a greater respect and appreciation for the men who have held the office.
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- Channel
- CreatorThe Washington Post
- Years Active2016 - 2024
- Episodes60
- RatingClean
- Copyright© The Washington Post
- ProviderThe Washington Post