Friends & Fellow Citizens
In this unique civics podcast, discover how the principles of George Washington's Farewell Address (patriotism, civility, faith, education, national unity, and fiscal responsibility) apply to today! With a focus on American political institutions and policymaking, hear fascinating stories and discussions that any America-loving listener can enjoy!
This non-partisan podcast is a remarkable mix of solo shows, interviews and special guests that gives you a great boost of freedom! New episodes on the first two Mondays of each month!
Podcasting since 2020 • 179 episodes
Friends & Fellow Citizens
Latest Episodes
#166: Righteousness Over Peace - Teddy Roosevelt's 1904 Guidance on American Foreign Policy
As many Americans and non-Americans strongly debate the future American foreign policy, there has been too much misunderstanding of U.S. foreign policy history and principles. Learn how one of America's greatest presidents Theodore Roosevelt ca...
•
46:59
#165: Insurgence of the Tea Party as a Faction of Governance Dissatisfaction
The Tea Party may feel like a long time ago, but was it really just a movement? Or was it a much larger phenomenon? Dr. Rachel Blum, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Oklahoma and the Carl Albert Center, previews her...
•
58:18
#164: Inaugural F&FC Presidents' Day Interview - Designing the Public Service Path of the Bush School
Almost 30 years ago, Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government and Public Service was dedicated to continue the legacy of the late President George H.W. Bush. For this year's inaugural F&FC Presidents' Day Interview, founding Dir...
•
47:12
#163: George Taylor (PA): The Iron Worker Who Supplied the Patriot Cause with Furnaces
Living in the Pennsylvania countryside, George Taylor worked with iron furnaces before his arrival in the Continental Congress. Learn how Taylor's background can and should inform people nowadays about the value of blue-collar professions in ou...
•
33:31
#162: The Spiritual Battle of Oligarchy vs. Republicanism during Reconstruction
Lincoln, the Republicans, and the Union Army fought and won to preserve the country during the Civil War. But what larger battle brewed during the bloodiest conflict in American history? Dr. Forrest Nabors, Associate Professor and Chair of Poli...
•
59:57
