American History/BookTV Schedule

Week of May 6 through May 13

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, May 11
8:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Lectures in History The West Virginia Mine WarsVirginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining ... Virginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining industry that led to a series of armed conflicts in the 1910s and 1920s. Virginia Tech is located in Blacksburg. 9:15 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Reel America "Zip Code with the Swingin' Six" - 1967The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement ... The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement explaining the zip code system, which was first introduced in 1963. ZIP is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan. 9:30 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Ike's Cold War Radio StrategyWhat was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold ... What was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold War took shape? Mark Pomar, a senior fellow at the Clements Center for National Security, detailed Ike's post-World War II campaign to promote democratic values in Europe. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum hosted this virtual event.
10:35 AM EDTApprox. 25 min.Reel America Showcase for the Nation - 1968The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the ... The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the Naval Photographic Center. The program concentrated on improving neglected areas of the nation's capital by planting trees and flowers, cleaning up parks, and building school playgrounds. 11:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Lectures in History The West Virginia Mine WarsVirginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining ... Virginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining industry that led to a series of armed conflicts in the 1910s and 1920s. Virginia Tech is located in Blacksburg. 12:15 PM EDTApprox. 15 min.Reel America "Zip Code with the Swingin' Six" - 1967The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement ... The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement explaining the zip code system, which was first introduced in 1963. ZIP is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan.
12:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Ike's Cold War Radio StrategyWhat was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold ... What was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold War took shape? Mark Pomar, a senior fellow at the Clements Center for National Security, detailed Ike's post-World War II campaign to promote democratic values in Europe. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum hosted this virtual event. 1:35 PM EDTApprox. 24 min.Reel America Showcase for the Nation - 1968The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the ... The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the Naval Photographic Center. The program concentrated on improving neglected areas of the nation's capital by planting trees and flowers, cleaning up parks, and building school playgrounds. 1:59 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.The Civil War Lauren Thompson, "Friendly Enemies"McKendree University professor Lauren Thompson talked about how, despite prohibitions against it, ... McKendree University professor Lauren Thompson talked about how, despite prohibitions against it, Union and Confederate soldiers often fraternized, sharing coffee, tobacco, and newspapers. The Virginia Center for Civil War Studies at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg hosted this event.
3:00 PM EDTApprox. 25 min.Korean War Medal of Honor Awardee Lying in Honor CeremonyThe late Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. (Ret.), a Korean War veteran and a Medal of Honor awardee, lay in ... The late Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. (Ret.), a Korean War veteran and a Medal of Honor awardee, lay in honor at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC. 3:25 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Origins of the Korean WarHistory professors Gregg Brazinsky (George Washington University), Steven Casey (London School of ... History professors Gregg Brazinsky (George Washington University), Steven Casey (London School of Economics & Political Science) and Mary Dudziak (Emory University) discussed the causes and early years of the Korean War. This event was part of the 2024 Symposium on War, Conflict and Society at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. 4:26 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 14 min.Soldier & Civilian Experiences in the Korean WarHistory professors Tarak Barkawi (Johns Hopkins University), David Cline (San Diego State ... History professors Tarak Barkawi (Johns Hopkins University), David Cline (San Diego State University), Suzy Kim (Rutgers University) and John McManus (Missouri University of Science & Technology) discussed soldier and civilian experiences during the Korean War. This event was part of the 2024 Symposium on War, Conflict and Society at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.
5:40 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Legacy of the Korean WarFrank Aum of the U.S. Institute of Peace and historians Meghan Fitzpatrick, Nan Kim and Brian Linn ... Frank Aum of the U.S. Institute of Peace and historians Meghan Fitzpatrick, Nan Kim and Brian Linn discussed the legacy and lasting impacts of the Korean War. This event was part of the 2024 Symposium on War, Conflict and Society at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. 7:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Congress Investigates 1987 Iran-Contra HearingsIn 1987, House & Senate select committees jointly examined the clandestine operation of selling ... In 1987, House & Senate select committees jointly examined the clandestine operation of selling missiles to Iran in exchange for the release of hostages in Lebanon, with proceeds going to Contra rebels in Nicaragua. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Lectures in History The West Virginia Mine WarsVirginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining ... Virginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining industry that led to a series of armed conflicts in the 1910s and 1920s. Virginia Tech is located in Blacksburg.
9:15 PM EDTApprox. 16 min.Reel America "Zip Code with the Swingin' Six" - 1967The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement ... The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement explaining the zip code system, which was first introduced in 1963. ZIP is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan. 9:31 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 4 min.Ike's Cold War Radio StrategyWhat was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold ... What was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold War took shape? Mark Pomar, a senior fellow at the Clements Center for National Security, detailed Ike's post-World War II campaign to promote democratic values in Europe. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum hosted this virtual event. 10:35 PM EDTApprox. 25 min.Reel America Showcase for the Nation - 1968The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the ... The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the Naval Photographic Center. The program concentrated on improving neglected areas of the nation's capital by planting trees and flowers, cleaning up parks, and building school playgrounds.
11:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Lectures in History The West Virginia Mine WarsVirginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining ... Virginia Tech lecturer Taulby Edmondson discussed unionization efforts in the West Virginia mining industry that led to a series of armed conflicts in the 1910s and 1920s. Virginia Tech is located in Blacksburg.
Sunday, May 12
12:15 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Reel America "Zip Code with the Swingin' Six" - 1967The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement ... The 1960s folk band "The Swingin' Six" stars in a U.S. Postal Service public service announcement explaining the zip code system, which was first introduced in 1963. ZIP is an acronym for Zone Improvement Plan. 12:30 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Ike's Cold War Radio StrategyWhat was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold ... What was President Eisenhower's role in radio broadcasts designed to fight communism as the Cold War took shape? Mark Pomar, a senior fellow at the Clements Center for National Security, detailed Ike's post-World War II campaign to promote democratic values in Europe. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum hosted this virtual event. 1:35 AM EDTApprox. 25 min.Reel America Showcase for the Nation - 1968The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the ... The story of Lady Bird Johnson's beautification program is told in a documentary produced by the Naval Photographic Center. The program concentrated on improving neglected areas of the nation's capital by planting trees and flowers, cleaning up parks, and building school playgrounds.
2:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.The Civil War Lauren Thompson, "Friendly Enemies"McKendree University professor Lauren Thompson talked about how, despite prohibitions against it, ... McKendree University professor Lauren Thompson talked about how, despite prohibitions against it, Union and Confederate soldiers often fraternized, sharing coffee, tobacco, and newspapers. The Virginia Center for Civil War Studies at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg hosted this event. 3:00 AM EDTApprox. 26 min.Korean War Medal of Honor Awardee Lying in Honor CeremonyThe late Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. (Ret.), a Korean War veteran and a Medal of Honor awardee, lay in ... The late Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. (Ret.), a Korean War veteran and a Medal of Honor awardee, lay in honor at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC. 3:26 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Origins of the Korean WarHistory professors Gregg Brazinsky (George Washington University), Steven Casey (London School of ... History professors Gregg Brazinsky (George Washington University), Steven Casey (London School of Economics & Political Science) and Mary Dudziak (Emory University) discussed the causes and early years of the Korean War. This event was part of the 2024 Symposium on War, Conflict and Society at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth.
4:26 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Soldier & Civilian Experiences in the Korean WarHistory professors Tarak Barkawi (Johns Hopkins University), David Cline (San Diego State ... History professors Tarak Barkawi (Johns Hopkins University), David Cline (San Diego State University), Suzy Kim (Rutgers University) and John McManus (Missouri University of Science & Technology) discussed soldier and civilian experiences during the Korean War. This event was part of the 2024 Symposium on War, Conflict and Society at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. 5:41 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 19 min.Legacy of the Korean WarFrank Aum of the U.S. Institute of Peace and historians Meghan Fitzpatrick, Nan Kim and Brian Linn ... Frank Aum of the U.S. Institute of Peace and historians Meghan Fitzpatrick, Nan Kim and Brian Linn discussed the legacy and lasting impacts of the Korean War. This event was part of the 2024 Symposium on War, Conflict and Society at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. 7:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Congress Investigates 1987 Iran-Contra HearingsIn 1987, House & Senate select committees jointly examined the clandestine operation of selling ... In 1987, House & Senate select committees jointly examined the clandestine operation of selling missiles to Iran in exchange for the release of hostages in Lebanon, with proceeds going to Contra rebels in Nicaragua.
8:01 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 14 min.Dr. Antonia Novello, "Duty Calls"Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello ... Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello was appointed by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, she became the first woman and first Hispanic person to hold that position. This event was held at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas. 9:15 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka, "NextGen Marxism"Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical ... Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical Marxism that threatens the future of the United States. This event was held at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC. 10:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Johann Hari, "Magic Pill"Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, ... Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, as well as his personal experience taking Ozempic. He was interviewed by Bloomberg News health reporter Madison Muller.
11:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Dr. Antonia Novello, "Duty Calls"Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello ... Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello was appointed by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, she became the first woman and first Hispanic person to hold that position. This event was held at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas. 12:15 PM EDTApprox. 45 min.Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka, "NextGen Marxism"Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical ... Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical Marxism that threatens the future of the United States. This event was held at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC. 1:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Johann Hari, "Magic Pill"Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, ... Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, as well as his personal experience taking Ozempic. He was interviewed by Bloomberg News health reporter Madison Muller.
2:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Jonna Mendez, "In True Face"Jonna Mendez, former Chief of Disguise at the CIA, talked about her life and career overseas ... Jonna Mendez, former Chief of Disguise at the CIA, talked about her life and career overseas during the Cold War. This event was hosted by the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore. 3:00 PM EDTApprox. 45 min.Washington Journal Mark David Hall, "Who's Afraid of Chrisitan Nationalism?"Regent University Professor Mark David Hall explained why he believes Christian nationalism is not ... Regent University Professor Mark David Hall explained why he believes Christian nationalism is not a threat to the United States or Christian churches. 3:45 PM EDTApprox. 40 min.Frank McCourt Jr. "Our Biggest Fight - Reclaiming Liberty, Humanity, and Dignity in the Digital Age"Project Liberty founder and business executive Frank McCourt Jr. argued that regulation is not ... Project Liberty founder and business executive Frank McCourt Jr. argued that regulation is not enough to address the divisions caused by social media. This event was hosted by All Tech is Human.
4:25 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 37 min.Nathan Thrall, "A Day in the Life of Abed Salama"Nathan Thrall, former Arab-Israeli Project director at the International Crisis Group, discussed ... Nathan Thrall, former Arab-Israeli Project director at the International Crisis Group, discussed his book about the plight of a Palestinian man whose 5-year-old son was a in a school bus crash in the West Bank. This event was held at the First United Methodist Church of Chicago. 6:02 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 8 min.Jonathan Eig, "King - A Life"'Author and journalist Jonathan Eig discussed the life of Martin Luther King Jr. in the first ... Author and journalist Jonathan Eig discussed the life of Martin Luther King Jr. in the first comprehensive biography of the civil rights leader in over 30 years. The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta hosted this event. 7:10 PM EDTApprox. 20 min.Commencement Speeches Author Brad Meltzer Delivers University of Michigan Commencement AddressAuthor Brad Meltzer delivered the 2024 Commencement Address at the University of Michigan. The ... Author Brad Meltzer delivered the 2024 Commencement Address at the University of Michigan. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor.
7:30 PM EDTApprox. 30 min.Children's Book Author Jonah Winter on CensorshipAward winning children's book author Jonah Winter discussed his experiences with censorship, and ... Award winning children's book author Jonah Winter discussed his experiences with censorship, and why he believes cancel culture is more dangerous than book banning. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Dr. Antonia Novello, "Duty Calls"Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello ... Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello was appointed by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, she became the first woman and first Hispanic person to hold that position. This event was held at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas. 9:15 PM EDTApprox. 46 min.Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka, "NextGen Marxism"Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical ... Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical Marxism that threatens the future of the United States. This event was held at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC.
10:01 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Johann Hari, "Magic Pill"Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, ... Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, as well as his personal experience taking Ozempic. He was interviewed by Bloomberg News health reporter Madison Muller. 11:01 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 14 min.Dr. Antonia Novello, "Duty Calls"Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello ... Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello talked about her life and career. When Dr. Novello was appointed by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, she became the first woman and first Hispanic person to hold that position. This event was held at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas.
Monday, May 13
12:15 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka, "NextGen Marxism"Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical ... Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka argued that the American left has embraced a form of radical Marxism that threatens the future of the United States. This event was held at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC. 1:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Johann Hari, "Magic Pill"Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, ... Journalist Johann Hari reported on the success and concerns surrounding the new weight-loss drugs, as well as his personal experience taking Ozempic. He was interviewed by Bloomberg News health reporter Madison Muller. 2:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 59 min.Jonna Mendez, "In True Face"Jonna Mendez, former Chief of Disguise at the CIA, talked about her life and career overseas ... Jonna Mendez, former Chief of Disguise at the CIA, talked about her life and career overseas during the Cold War. This event was hosted by the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore.
3:59 AM EDTApprox. 26 min.Washington Journal Mark David Hall, "Who's Afraid of Chrisitan Nationalism?"Regent University Professor Mark David Hall explained why he believes Christian nationalism is not ... Regent University Professor Mark David Hall explained why he believes Christian nationalism is not a threat to the United States or Christian churches. 4:25 AM EDTApprox. 19 min.Nathan Thrall, "A Day in the Life of Abed Salama"Nathan Thrall, former Arab-Israeli Project director at the International Crisis Group, discussed ... Nathan Thrall, former Arab-Israeli Project director at the International Crisis Group, discussed his book about the plight of a Palestinian man whose 5-year-old son was a in a school bus crash in the West Bank. This event was held at the First United Methodist Church of Chicago. 4:44 AM EDTApprox. 40 min.Frank McCourt Jr. "Our Biggest Fight - Reclaiming Liberty, Humanity, and Dignity in the Digital Age"Project Liberty founder and business executive Frank McCourt Jr. argued that regulation is not ... Project Liberty founder and business executive Frank McCourt Jr. argued that regulation is not enough to address the divisions caused by social media. This event was hosted by All Tech is Human.
5:24 AM EDTApprox. 38 min.Nathan Thrall, "A Day in the Life of Abed Salama"Nathan Thrall, former Arab-Israeli Project director at the International Crisis Group, discussed ... Nathan Thrall, former Arab-Israeli Project director at the International Crisis Group, discussed his book about the plight of a Palestinian man whose 5-year-old son was a in a school bus crash in the West Bank. This event was held at the First United Methodist Church of Chicago. 6:02 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 8 min.Jonathan Eig, "King - A Life"'Author and journalist Jonathan Eig discussed the life of Martin Luther King Jr. in the first ... Author and journalist Jonathan Eig discussed the life of Martin Luther King Jr. in the first comprehensive biography of the civil rights leader in over 30 years. The Jimmy Carter Presidential Library in Atlanta hosted this event. 7:10 AM EDTApprox. 20 min.Commencement Speeches Author Brad Meltzer Delivers University of Michigan Commencement AddressAuthor Brad Meltzer delivered the 2024 Commencement Address at the University of Michigan. The ... Author Brad Meltzer delivered the 2024 Commencement Address at the University of Michigan. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor.
7:30 AM EDTApprox. 29 min.Children's Book Author Jonah Winter on CensorshipAward winning children's book author Jonah Winter discussed his experiences with censorship, and ... Award winning children's book author Jonah Winter discussed his experiences with censorship, and why he believes cancel culture is more dangerous than book banning.