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.
Mercy Otis Warren: Forgotten Historian, Founding Mother
July 30, 2025Inside the Reagan White House
July 16, 2025Archive
A Principle Demonstrated Through History: Lincolns Gettysburg Address
Christopher C. Burkett
February 1, 2009
Barack Obama: Lincoln or Douglas?
Joseph Knippenberg
February 1, 2009
War and Remembrance in Lincolns Second Inaugural Address
Lucas Morel
February 1, 2009
Redeeming American Purpose: The Emancipation Proclamation
Allen C. Guelzo
February 1, 2009