Fri, 23 February 2024
Is there a revival for American History? There are over 6,000 books revolving around General George Washington have been published but there is still more to be said. Let's gather together to reflect on our nation's past leaders and future leaders in honor of this Presidents' Day. Join us now on The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. Release Date: Friday, February 23rd, 2024
Direct download: TPS_022424_WEB.mp3
Category:Rediscovering American History -- posted at: 12:20pm EDT |
Thu, 18 January 2024
Today, our team follows up on the conversation from our monthly update regarding President Biden’s recent speech regarding General George Washington. President Biden claims that George Washington was fighting for democracy in America when this couldn’t be farther from the truth. It’s easy to have lots of myths about the well-known and historic figure General George Washington but what’s the real truth and why does it matter? It’s not politics, it’s history. Please join us for this important discussion today on the Public Square®. And please sign up for our monthly update to receive more on this conversation. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti. Release Date: Thursday, January 18th, 2024
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Category:Rediscovering American History -- posted at: 12:55pm EDT |
Fri, 7 July 2023
Our producer, Alan C. Duncan, hit the road this summer and brought back wisdom from our friend and brilliant historian Dr. W.B. Allen... along with his personal library! We have the honor of sharing a live lecture Dr. W.B. Allen delivered for the next generation of teachers. Dr. Allen focuses on the founding of our nation and the process of developing a national character that honors the great freedom we have been given. There is a lot to share on today's broadcast so please join us on The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti. Release Date: Friday, July 7th, 2023
Direct download: TPS_070823_WEB.mp3
Category:Rediscovering American History -- posted at: 6:00am EDT |
Fri, 26 May 2023
If you're a long time listener of The Public Square® you know our conversation between Dave Zanotti and Dr. William B. Allen about the life and leadership of George Washington has become a classic to us. It's become a broadcast we like to return to often because we never want to forget what was said that day. Tune in this week for the rebroadcasting of "First: The Leadership of George Washington” - Part One where we interview special guest, Dr. W.B. Allen, on-location in Maryland. We also feature audio from George Washington's home at Mount Vernon. Don't miss this special edition of The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Friday, May 26, 2023
Direct download: TPS_052723_WEB.mp3
Category:Rediscovering American History -- posted at: 2:21pm EDT |
Tue, 21 February 2023
Our conversation from last week continues with David Zanotti and Michael Hill, longtime research partner and friend of the late David McCullough. Today our discussion shifts to more of Michael's works - in particular, his books on two very different historical figures. Join us as we talk about Elihu Washburne and Art Buchwald, the influence McCullough had on Hill's books, and more - right here on The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti Release Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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Category:Rediscovering American History -- posted at: 5:35pm EDT |
Fri, 17 February 2023
The work of David McCullough sparked a revival of interest in the real stories of American History. Today, we go behind the scenes with Michael Hill, friend and research partner of David McCullough, to discuss the late historian's work and artistry. Hear firsthand what the process was like of working on historical projects with David McCullough, stories of the friendship between McCullough and Hill, and more - right here on The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti Release Date: Friday, February 17, 2023
Direct download: TPS_021823_WEB.mp3
Category:Rediscovering American History -- posted at: 2:39pm EDT |
Fri, 16 September 2022
In 1842 Charles Dickens toured the United States. He spent several days on Capitol Hill and kept careful notes which he published in a most controversial book in 1843. That was the same year he published his most influential story of all, A Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens, John Quincy Adams, Ebeneezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim all fill the studio this week on The Public Square®, plus a sneak peek at the upcoming live radio episode of Christmas in America 1844. Please don't miss it! Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Air Date: Friday, September 16, 2022 |
Fri, 9 September 2022
On September 1, 2022 President Joe Biden delivered a speech on the steps of Independence Hall. There he described the American government as a "democracy" 30 times in a speech of under 25 minutes. The President used the word "republic" only twice. Is America a democracy or a republic? Why does this matter? Tune in this week to The Public Square® as we talk about President Biden's speech and what it means for America. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Air Date: Friday, September 9, 2022
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Fri, 12 August 2022
A dear friend of The Public Square®, David McCullough, passed away this week. David McCullough is one of the key, anchor authors at the library of The American Mission® Center because we value his life and his work so greatly. Tune in today as we talk about a few of our very first and favorite interviews with David McCullough as we reflect and honor our friend's lasting legacy on the nation. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Thursday, August 12, 2022 |
Fri, 24 June 2022
What will it take for the American vision of liberty to survive in this hour? People know that America is not on the right path. What is the solution? Grab a chair and come join us at the table as we talk about these big questions this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Friday, June 24, 2022 |