American History/BookTV Schedule

Week of March 21 through March 28

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, March 25
8:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Lectures in History Legacy of President Jimmy CarterMarquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and ... Marquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter. Marquette University is located in Milwaukee. 9:10 AM EDTApprox. 20 min.Reel America President Carter Farewell Address - 1981On January 14, 1981, President Jimmy Carter delivered a farewell address to the nation, thanking ... On January 14, 1981, President Jimmy Carter delivered a farewell address to the nation, thanking his staff and the American people for the opportunity to serve, warning about the continuing threat of nuclear war, and expressing hope for the promotion of democracy and protection of human rights around the world. 9:30 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 35 min.The Presidency "A New World Order"We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days ... We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days after leading coalition forces in war against Iraq. He was followed by his successor, Bill Clinton, with a 1995 speech on race relations. An "opportunity" had presented itself, he said, "and we dare not let it pass us by."
11:05 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Lectures in History Legacy of President Jimmy CarterMarquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and ... Marquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter. Marquette University is located in Milwaukee. 12:25 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 35 min.The Presidency "A New World Order"We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days ... We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days after leading coalition forces in war against Iraq. He was followed by his successor, Bill Clinton, with a 1995 speech on race relations. An "opportunity" had presented itself, he said, "and we dare not let it pass us by." 2:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.William Styple, "General Philip Kearny"Author William Styple discussed the life of Major General Philip Kearny, an Army officer notable ... Author William Styple discussed the life of Major General Philip Kearny, an Army officer notable for his leadership in the Mexican-American War and American Civil War. Also known as "The One Armed Devil," and called "the bravest man I ever knew" by General Winfield Scott, General Kearny was killed by a single bullet at the 1862 Battle of Chantilly (Ox Hill) after the Union defeat at Second Bull Run. The Macculloch Hall Historical Museum in Morristown, New Jersey, hosted this event.
3:10 PM EDTApprox. 45 min.CIA Museum TourAmerican History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. ... American History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. Director and curator Robert Byer highlighted covert action tools of the trade in the CIA's collection, dating from the Cold War to 21st century terrorism. The museum was created primarily for CIA employees - as a resource for their ongoing work - and is not open to the general public. 3:55 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Nicholas Reynolds, "Need to Know - World War II and the Rise of American Intelligence"Historian and former CIA officer Nicholas Reynolds explored the birth of the U.S. intelligence ... Historian and former CIA officer Nicholas Reynolds explored the birth of the U.S. intelligence service and explained its contributions to Allied victory in World War II. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park, New York, hosted this event. 5:10 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Washington Journal Presidents & BaseballDiscussion on the history of U.S. presidents and baseball with former announcer Phil Hochberg and ... Discussion on the history of U.S. presidents and baseball with former announcer Phil Hochberg and author Fred Frommer.
6:15 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Clarence Lusane, "Twenty Dollars and Change"Author Clarence Lusane discussed how racial historical narratives and social inequities are ... Author Clarence Lusane discussed how racial historical narratives and social inequities are linked, using the future of the twenty-dollar bill to show racial, gender, and political divides. Harvard Bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts hosted this event. 7:15 PM EDTApprox. 45 min.CIA Museum TourAmerican History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. ... American History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. Director and curator Robert Byer highlighted covert action tools of the trade in the CIA's collection, dating from the Cold War to 21st century terrorism. The museum was created primarily for CIA employees - as a resource for their ongoing work - and is not open to the general public. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Lectures in History Legacy of President Jimmy CarterMarquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and ... Marquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter. Marquette University is located in Milwaukee.
9:10 PM EDTApprox. 20 min.Reel America President Carter Farewell Address - 1981On January 14, 1981, President Jimmy Carter delivered a farewell address to the nation, thanking ... On January 14, 1981, President Jimmy Carter delivered a farewell address to the nation, thanking his staff and the American people for the opportunity to serve, warning about the continuing threat of nuclear war, and expressing hope for the promotion of democracy and protection of human rights around the world. 9:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 35 min.The Presidency "A New World Order"We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days ... We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days after leading coalition forces in war against Iraq. He was followed by his successor, Bill Clinton, with a 1995 speech on race relations. An "opportunity" had presented itself, he said, "and we dare not let it pass us by." 11:05 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Lectures in History Legacy of President Jimmy CarterMarquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and ... Marquette University political science professor Julia Azari taught a class on the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter. Marquette University is located in Milwaukee.
Sunday, March 26
12:25 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 35 min.The Presidency "A New World Order"We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days ... We heard first from President George H.W. Bush in his 1991 State of the Union Address -- 12 days after leading coalition forces in war against Iraq. He was followed by his successor, Bill Clinton, with a 1995 speech on race relations. An "opportunity" had presented itself, he said, "and we dare not let it pass us by." 2:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.William Styple, "General Philip Kearny"Author William Styple discussed the life of Major General Philip Kearny, an Army officer notable ... Author William Styple discussed the life of Major General Philip Kearny, an Army officer notable for his leadership in the Mexican-American War and American Civil War. Also known as "The One Armed Devil," and called "the bravest man I ever knew" by General Winfield Scott, General Kearny was killed by a single bullet at the 1862 Battle of Chantilly (Ox Hill) after the Union defeat at Second Bull Run. The Macculloch Hall Historical Museum in Morristown, New Jersey, hosted this event. 3:10 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.CIA Museum TourAmerican History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. ... American History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. Director and curator Robert Byer highlighted covert action tools of the trade in the CIA's collection, dating from the Cold War to 21st century terrorism. The museum was created primarily for CIA employees - as a resource for their ongoing work - and is not open to the general public.
3:55 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Nicholas Reynolds, "Need to Know - World War II and the Rise of American Intelligence"Historian and former CIA officer Nicholas Reynolds explored the birth of the U.S. intelligence ... Historian and former CIA officer Nicholas Reynolds explored the birth of the U.S. intelligence service and explained its contributions to Allied victory in World War II. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park, New York, hosted this event. 5:10 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Washington Journal Presidents & BaseballDiscussion on the history of U.S. presidents and baseball with former announcer Phil Hochberg and ... Discussion on the history of U.S. presidents and baseball with former announcer Phil Hochberg and author Fred Frommer. 6:15 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Clarence Lusane, "Twenty Dollars and Change"Author Clarence Lusane discussed how racial historical narratives and social inequities are ... Author Clarence Lusane discussed how racial historical narratives and social inequities are linked, using the future of the twenty-dollar bill to show racial, gender, and political divides. Harvard Bookstore in Cambridge, Massachusetts hosted this event.
7:15 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.CIA Museum TourAmerican History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. ... American History TV toured the CIA Museum at the agency's Langley, Virginia, headquarters. Director and curator Robert Byer highlighted covert action tools of the trade in the CIA's collection, dating from the Cold War to 21st century terrorism. The museum was created primarily for CIA employees - as a resource for their ongoing work - and is not open to the general public. 8:00 AM EDTApprox. 55 min.Why Read Political Books?New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The ... New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist delivered the 2023 Red Smith Lecture in Journalism at the University of Notre Dame. Mr. Lozada graduated from Notre Dame and worked as a Washington Post book critic before joining the New York Times. 8:55 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.John Agresto, "The Death of Learning"Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education ... Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education in the United States and the divide between academia and the rest of the country. This conversation was hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C.
10:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Angela Saini, "The Patriarchs - The Origins of Inequality"Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies ... Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies around the world. She was interviewed by author and the Women's Media Center director Soraya Chemaly. 11:00 AM EDTApprox. 55 min.Why Read Political Books?New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The ... New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist delivered the 2023 Red Smith Lecture in Journalism at the University of Notre Dame. Mr. Lozada graduated from Notre Dame and worked as a Washington Post book critic before joining the New York Times. 11:55 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.John Agresto, "The Death of Learning"Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education ... Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education in the United States and the divide between academia and the rest of the country. This conversation was hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C.
1:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Angela Saini, "The Patriarchs - The Origins of Inequality"Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies ... Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies around the world. She was interviewed by author and the Women's Media Center director Soraya Chemaly. 2:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Sean Carroll, "The Biggest Ideas in the Universe"Theoretical physicist Sean Carroll broke down some of the complex equations and ideas in physics ... Theoretical physicist Sean Carroll broke down some of the complex equations and ideas in physics for non-physicists. This lecture was hosted by the Harvard Bookstore and the Harvard Science Center. 3:20 PM EDTApprox. 55 min.Dana Milbank, "The Destructionists - The Twenty-Five Year Crack-Up of the Republican Party"Washington Post opinion columnist Dana Milbank offered his thoughts on the evolution of the ... Washington Post opinion columnist Dana Milbank offered his thoughts on the evolution of the conservative movenment. The Woman's National Democratic Club in Washington, D.C., hosted this program.
4:15 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min."Meme Wars"Co-Authors Joan Donovan, Emily Dreyfuss & Brian Friedberg discuss how disinformation and right ... Co-Authors Joan Donovan, Emily Dreyfuss & Brian Friedberg discuss how disinformation and right wing conspiracy theories take root online. This event was sponsored by the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. 5:20 PM EDTApprox. 30 min.About Books With PragerU Podcaster Michael KnowlesAuthor and Daily Wire host Michael Knowles discussed his PragerU program and podcast 'The Book ... Author and Daily Wire host Michael Knowles discussed his PragerU program and podcast 'The Book Club' on the books that have shaped Western Civilization. About Books also reported on the latest publishing industry news and current non-fiction books. 5:50 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Katherine Corcoran, "In the Mouth of the Wolf"Katherine Corcoran, former Mexico bureau chief for AP, talked about the murder of journalist ... Katherine Corcoran, former Mexico bureau chief for AP, talked about the murder of journalist Regina Martinez, who tried to expose corruption and abuse in the Mexican government. Changing Hands Bookstore in Phoenix hosted this event.
7:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Mark Pomerantz, "People vs. Donald Trump - An Inside Account"Former federal prosecutor Mark Pomerantz recounted his investigation into former president Donald ... Former federal prosecutor Mark Pomerantz recounted his investigation into former president Donald Trump & the Trump organization. Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this program. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 55 min.Why Read Political Books?New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The ... New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist delivered the 2023 Red Smith Lecture in Journalism at the University of Notre Dame. Mr. Lozada graduated from Notre Dame and worked as a Washington Post book critic before joining the New York Times. 8:55 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.John Agresto, "The Death of Learning"Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education ... Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education in the United States and the divide between academia and the rest of the country. This conversation was hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C.
10:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Angela Saini, "The Patriarchs - The Origins of Inequality"Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies ... Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies around the world. She was interviewed by author and the Women's Media Center director Soraya Chemaly. 11:00 PM EDTApprox. 55 min.Why Read Political Books?New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The ... New York Times columnist Carlos Lozada discussed the value of reading political books. The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist delivered the 2023 Red Smith Lecture in Journalism at the University of Notre Dame. Mr. Lozada graduated from Notre Dame and worked as a Washington Post book critic before joining the New York Times. 11:55 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.John Agresto, "The Death of Learning"Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education ... Former college president and professor John Agresto looked at the state of liberal arts education in the United States and the divide between academia and the rest of the country. This conversation was hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C.
Monday, March 27
1:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Angela Saini, "The Patriarchs - The Origins of Inequality"Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies ... Science journalist Angela Saini explored the origins of patriarchy and how it spread to societies around the world. She was interviewed by author and the Women's Media Center director Soraya Chemaly. 2:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Sean Carroll, "The Biggest Ideas in the Universe"Theoretical physicist Sean Carroll broke down some of the complex equations and ideas in physics ... Theoretical physicist Sean Carroll broke down some of the complex equations and ideas in physics for non-physicists. This lecture was hosted by the Harvard Bookstore and the Harvard Science Center. 3:20 AM EDTApprox. 55 min.Dana Milbank, "The Destructionists - The Twenty-Five Year Crack-Up of the Republican Party"Washington Post opinion columnist Dana Milbank offered his thoughts on the evolution of the ... Washington Post opinion columnist Dana Milbank offered his thoughts on the evolution of the conservative movenment. The Woman's National Democratic Club in Washington, D.C., hosted this program.
4:15 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min."Meme Wars"Co-Authors Joan Donovan, Emily Dreyfuss & Brian Friedberg discuss how disinformation and right ... Co-Authors Joan Donovan, Emily Dreyfuss & Brian Friedberg discuss how disinformation and right wing conspiracy theories take root online. This event was sponsored by the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. 5:20 AM EDTApprox. 30 min.About Books With PragerU Podcaster Michael KnowlesAuthor and Daily Wire host Michael Knowles discussed his PragerU program and podcast 'The Book ... Author and Daily Wire host Michael Knowles discussed his PragerU program and podcast 'The Book Club' on the books that have shaped Western Civilization. About Books also reported on the latest publishing industry news and current non-fiction books. 5:50 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Katherine Corcoran, "In the Mouth of the Wolf"Katherine Corcoran, former Mexico bureau chief for AP, talked about the murder of journalist ... Katherine Corcoran, former Mexico bureau chief for AP, talked about the murder of journalist Regina Martinez, who tried to expose corruption and abuse in the Mexican government. Changing Hands Bookstore in Phoenix hosted this event.
7:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Mark Pomerantz, "People vs. Donald Trump - An Inside Account"Former federal prosecutor Mark Pomerantz recounted his investigation into former president Donald ... Former federal prosecutor Mark Pomerantz recounted his investigation into former president Donald Trump & the Trump organization. Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this program.