Podcast episodes
Season 2
S02 E33 - The Declaration of Independence | Documents and Debates
Jeff and Dr. Chris Burkett of Ashland University discuss the ideas and ideals expressed in America's most fundamental document, the Declaration of Independence.Host: Jeff SikkengaExecutive Producer: Greg McBrayerProducer: Jeremy G...
S02 E32 - Roe v. Wade Overturned and Other Historic Decisions of the Supreme Court's 2021-22 Term
In this special episode, Jeff sits down with Dr. Joshua Dunn to discuss the overturning of Roe v. Wade and blockbuster decisions about religious liberty, free speech, and the 2nd Amendment.You can download a free PDF copy of Josh'...
S02 E31 - Ralph Ellison, Juneteenth, and the Connection Between Literature, Culture, and Politics | Documents & Debates
S02 E31 - Ralph Ellison, Juneteenth, and the Connection Between Literature, Culture, and Politics | Documents & Debates
Jeff talks with Dr. Lucas Morel about Ralph Ellison, his novel Juneteenth, the role of literature in sociopolitical discourse and thought, and their connection to American history and politics.Mentioned in this episode are Lucas' ...
S02 E30 - Heroes of the Civil War | Documents and Debates
In this episode Jeff discusses two fascinating heroes of the American Civil War with Dr. Jason Stevens of Ashland University, and Pat Maloney of the Ashbrook Center.Learn more about Ashbrook's programs for students, teachers, and ...
S02 E29 - The Great Triumvirate with Jason Stevens | Documents and Debates
In this episode of The American Idea, Jeff welcomes back Dr. Jason Stevens, Professor of Political Science at Ashland University and the Co-Director of the Ashbrook Scholar Program, to talk about the Great Triumvirate; the greates...