The American Idea Podcast

The homepage for Ashbrook’s official podcast, The American Idea, which explores America’s Founding principles and their effect on American history and government. Through thoughtful conversations with renowned academics and public figures from across the country, we examine the history and political thought behind our country’s greatest documents and debates, as well as contemporary issues, American popular culture, and political statesmanship. Hosted by Jeff Sikkenga. Subscribe to the show’s email list and get each new episode, every Wednesday.

Why Did the Founders Create a Republic?

A Sober View of Human Nature: Federalist 10 and Factions

More Than a Document: Living the Declaration of Independence

Our Right to Privacy: Its Origins and the 4th Amendment

Adam Smith’s Wealth of Nations at 250 Years

Returning to First Principles – America’s Machiavellian Moment?

Archive

Core American Ideas: Civilian-Military Relations
Not Getting What We’re Paying For: U.S. Healthcare Policy
U.S. Energy Policy: The Pursuit of Failure
The Chevron Doctrine’s Challenge to the Constitution and Self-Government

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