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.
How and Why Did Slaveholders Restrict Free Speech?
June 10, 2025Archive
The Last Three Weeks: Localize or Nationalize?
Andrew E. Busch
October 1, 2006
1994 Republicans End Long Journey in the Wilderness
Andrew E. Busch
October 1, 2006
America’s Untapped Fuel Supply
Mackubin T. Owens
October 1, 2006
Revising FISA to Address 21st Century Threats to National Security: Testimony Before The House Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security
Robert Alt
September 6, 2006