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
Why the "Law of Nature" is Not Enough
Logan Alexander
November 3, 2017
How the Music of Country Became Country Music
Clayton Hrinko
November 2, 2017
Friday Night Fanaticism
Daniel Keller
November 2, 2017
50 Core American Documents: Required Reading for Students, Teachers, and Citizens
Christopher Burkett
April 24, 2017