American History/BookTV Schedule

Week of September 18 through September 25

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, September 23
6:33 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 28 min.Nonprofit Leaders & Activists Speak at Clinton Global InitiativeHillary and Chelsea Clinton participated in the opening session of the Clinton Global Initiative ... Hillary and Chelsea Clinton participated in the opening session of the Clinton Global Initiative conference in New York City. Joining them were activists from around the world including actress and United National Agency for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Global Goodwill Ambassador Ashley Judd. Topics discussed included women and girls' rights, climate change and access to AIDS and HIV treatments. 8:01 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 38 min.Lectures in History The Great Society & the Welfare StateGeorge Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and ... George Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and how the Johnson Administration's Great Society program sought to provide economic security to the poorest Americans. George Washington University is located in Washington, D.C. 9:39 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 6 min.The Presidency Presidents & FilmThe White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how ... The White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how presidents are portrayed in film. This was part of a day-long symposium on the White House in popular culture.
10:45 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Reel America 1st Infantry Division in WWII 1946This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World ... This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World War II. The 1st Infantry was the first to reach England; the first to fight in North Africa and Sicily and the first on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films produced mostly by government agencies. 11:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 40 min.Lectures in History The Great Society & the Welfare StateGeorge Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and ... George Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and how the Johnson Administration's Great Society program sought to provide economic security to the poorest Americans. George Washington University is located in Washington, D.C. 12:40 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.The Presidency Presidents & FilmThe White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how ... The White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how presidents are portrayed in film. This was part of a day-long symposium on the White House in popular culture.
1:45 PM EDTApprox. 14 min.Reel America 1st Infantry Division in WWII 1946This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World ... This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World War II. The 1st Infantry was the first to reach England; the first to fight in North Africa and Sicily and the first on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films produced mostly by government agencies. 1:59 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 6 min.The Civil War Decisions at the Battle of Franklin, 1864Author Andrew Bledsoe talked about decisions made by Confederate and Union commanders at the 1864 ... Author Andrew Bledsoe talked about decisions made by Confederate and Union commanders at the 1864 Battle of Franklin in Tennessee and how those tactical strategies led to one of the worst disasters of the Civil War for the Confederacy. The American Battlefield Trust hosted this event. 3:05 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Post-Civil War Baseball in Knoxville, TennesseeLincoln Memorial University professor William Hardy talked about how baseball came to Knoxville ... Lincoln Memorial University professor William Hardy talked about how baseball came to Knoxville after the Civil War and shared stories about some of the early leagues and players. The East Tennessee Historical Society hosted this event.
4:15 PM EDTApprox. 15 min.Tim Giago "Children Left Behind" 4:30 PM EDTApprox. 50 min.Rita Roberts, "I Can't Wait to Call You My Wife"Author Rita Roberts talked about letters between African American families during the Civil War ... Author Rita Roberts talked about letters between African American families during the Civil War era. The Massachusetts Historical Society in Boston hosted this program. 5:20 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 39 min.James Risen and Thomas Risen, "The Last Honest Man"Journalists James and Thomas Risen talked about Sen. Frank Church (D-ID) and the committee he ... Journalists James and Thomas Risen talked about Sen. Frank Church (D-ID) and the committee he headed in 1975-76 that investigated abuses by U.S. intelligence agencies. Four former Church Committee members participated in the discussion. This event was held at the National Press Club in Washington, DC.
6:59 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.George Washington Book Prize FinalistsFinalists for the 2023 George Washington Book Prize discussed their books on the founding era. The ... Finalists for the 2023 George Washington Book Prize discussed their books on the founding era. The George Washington Prize is an annual award sponsored by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, Washington College, and George Washington's Mount Vernon. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 40 min.Lectures in History The Great Society & the Welfare StateGeorge Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and ... George Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and how the Johnson Administration's Great Society program sought to provide economic security to the poorest Americans. George Washington University is located in Washington, D.C. 9:40 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.The Presidency Presidents & FilmThe White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how ... The White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how presidents are portrayed in film. This was part of a day-long symposium on the White House in popular culture.
10:45 PM EDTApprox. 15 min.Reel America 1st Infantry Division in WWII 1946This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World ... This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World War II. The 1st Infantry was the first to reach England; the first to fight in North Africa and Sicily and the first on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films produced mostly by government agencies. 11:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 40 min.Lectures in History The Great Society & the Welfare StateGeorge Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and ... George Washington University lecturer Bell Julian Clement discussed American poverty policy and how the Johnson Administration's Great Society program sought to provide economic security to the poorest Americans. George Washington University is located in Washington, D.C.
Sunday, September 24
12:40 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.The Presidency Presidents & FilmThe White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how ... The White House Historical Association and the Library of Congress hosted a discussion on how presidents are portrayed in film. This was part of a day-long symposium on the White House in popular culture. 1:45 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Reel America 1st Infantry Division in WWII 1946This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World ... This 1946 War Department film showed combat operations in the 1st Infantry Division during World War II. The 1st Infantry was the first to reach England; the first to fight in North Africa and Sicily and the first on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. Reel America is an American History TV series featuring 20th century archival films produced mostly by government agencies. 2:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.The Civil War Decisions at the Battle of Franklin, 1864Author Andrew Bledsoe talked about decisions made by Confederate and Union commanders at the 1864 ... Author Andrew Bledsoe talked about decisions made by Confederate and Union commanders at the 1864 Battle of Franklin in Tennessee and how those tactical strategies led to one of the worst disasters of the Civil War for the Confederacy. The American Battlefield Trust hosted this event.
3:05 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Post-Civil War Baseball in Knoxville, TennesseeLincoln Memorial University professor William Hardy talked about how baseball came to Knoxville ... Lincoln Memorial University professor William Hardy talked about how baseball came to Knoxville after the Civil War and shared stories about some of the early leagues and players. The East Tennessee Historical Society hosted this event. 4:15 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Tim Giago "Children Left Behind" 4:30 AM EDTApprox. 50 min.Rita Roberts, "I Can't Wait to Call You My Wife"Author Rita Roberts talked about letters between African American families during the Civil War ... Author Rita Roberts talked about letters between African American families during the Civil War era. The Massachusetts Historical Society in Boston hosted this program.
5:20 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 40 min.James Risen and Thomas Risen, "The Last Honest Man"Journalists James and Thomas Risen talked about Sen. Frank Church (D-ID) and the committee he ... Journalists James and Thomas Risen talked about Sen. Frank Church (D-ID) and the committee he headed in 1975-76 that investigated abuses by U.S. intelligence agencies. Four former Church Committee members participated in the discussion. This event was held at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. 7:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.George Washington Book Prize FinalistsFinalists for the 2023 George Washington Book Prize discussed their books on the founding era. The ... Finalists for the 2023 George Washington Book Prize discussed their books on the founding era. The George Washington Prize is an annual award sponsored by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, Washington College, and George Washington's Mount Vernon. 8:01 AM EDTApprox. 59 min.Walter Isaacson, "Elon Musk"Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, ... Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, now called X. Held at the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., this was hosted by Politics & Prose Bookstore.
9:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Dr. Ben Carson, "Created Equal"Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and ... Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and suggested ways to preserve the American Dream for generations to come. This event, held at Roanoke College in Virginia, was hosted by the Young America's Foundation. 10:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Meg Kissinger, "While You Were Out - An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of SileMeg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental ... Meg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental health care in America as a journalist. She was interviewed by Mindsite News founding editor Rob Waters. 11:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Walter Isaacson, "Elon Musk"Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, ... Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, now called X. Held at the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., this was hosted by Politics & Prose Bookstore.
12:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Dr. Ben Carson, "Created Equal"Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and ... Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and suggested ways to preserve the American Dream for generations to come. This event, held at Roanoke College in Virginia, was hosted by the Young America's Foundation. 1:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Meg Kissinger, "While You Were Out - An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of SileMeg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental ... Meg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental health care in America as a journalist. She was interviewed by Mindsite News founding editor Rob Waters. 2:00 PM EDTApprox. 59 min.Author Discussion on Nature and the EnvironmentAuthors Dean King, Patrick Dean, Rien Fertel and Jack E. Davis spoke about the environment and ... Authors Dean King, Patrick Dean, Rien Fertel and Jack E. Davis spoke about the environment and nature.
2:59 PM EDTApprox. 59 min.Author Discussion on Democracy & America's FutureAuthors Jonathan Martin and Ben Terris and USA Today White House correspondent Joey Garrison ... Authors Jonathan Martin and Ben Terris and USA Today White House correspondent Joey Garrison discussed democracy and America's future. 3:58 PM EDTApprox. 55 min.Jeff Shaara, "The Old Lion - A Novel of Theodore Roosevelt"Novelist Jeff Shaara talked about the life of Theodore Roosevelt and writing historical fiction. Novelist Jeff Shaara talked about the life of Theodore Roosevelt and writing historical fiction. 4:53 PM EDTApprox. 52 min.Author Discussion on BiographiesAuthors Maryemma Graham, Wayne Flint and Virginia Butler shared their thoughts about writing ... Authors Maryemma Graham, Wayne Flint and Virginia Butler shared their thoughts about writing biographies.
5:45 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Author Discussion on America at WarAuthors Heather Stur, Chris Wimmer, Peter Cozzens and E.R. Lutken discussed the U.S. involvement ... Authors Heather Stur, Chris Wimmer, Peter Cozzens and E.R. Lutken discussed the U.S. involvement in war at home and abroad. 7:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, "Providence and Power"Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, author of "Providence and Power," talked about the historic impact of 10 ... Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, author of "Providence and Power," talked about the historic impact of 10 Jewish statesmen, including King David, Benjamin Disraeli, and Louis Brandeis. This event was hosted by the Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute in New York City. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Walter Isaacson, "Elon Musk"Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, ... Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, now called X. Held at the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., this was hosted by Politics & Prose Bookstore.
9:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Dr. Ben Carson, "Created Equal"Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and ... Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and suggested ways to preserve the American Dream for generations to come. This event, held at Roanoke College in Virginia, was hosted by the Young America's Foundation. 10:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Meg Kissinger, "While You Were Out - An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of SileMeg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental ... Meg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental health care in America as a journalist. She was interviewed by Mindsite News founding editor Rob Waters. 11:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Walter Isaacson, "Elon Musk"Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, ... Walter Isaacson examined Elon Musk's life and career in tech, including his takeover of Twitter, now called X. Held at the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., this was hosted by Politics & Prose Bookstore.
Monday, September 25
12:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Dr. Ben Carson, "Created Equal"Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and ... Dr. Ben Carson, HUD Secretary under President Trump, talked about his book "Created Equal" and suggested ways to preserve the American Dream for generations to come. This event, held at Roanoke College in Virginia, was hosted by the Young America's Foundation. 1:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Meg Kissinger, "While You Were Out - An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of SileMeg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental ... Meg Kissinger spoke about her family's struggle with mental illness and her coverage of mental health care in America as a journalist. She was interviewed by Mindsite News founding editor Rob Waters. 2:00 AM EDTApprox. 59 min.Author Discussion on Nature and the EnvironmentAuthors Dean King, Patrick Dean, Rien Fertel and Jack E. Davis spoke about the environment and ... Authors Dean King, Patrick Dean, Rien Fertel and Jack E. Davis spoke about the environment and nature.
2:59 AM EDTApprox. 59 min.Author Discussion on Democracy & America's FutureAuthors Jonathan Martin and Ben Terris and USA Today White House correspondent Joey Garrison ... Authors Jonathan Martin and Ben Terris and USA Today White House correspondent Joey Garrison discussed democracy and America's future. 3:58 AM EDTApprox. 55 min.Jeff Shaara, "The Old Lion - A Novel of Theodore Roosevelt"Novelist Jeff Shaara talked about the life of Theodore Roosevelt and writing historical fiction. Novelist Jeff Shaara talked about the life of Theodore Roosevelt and writing historical fiction. 4:53 AM EDTApprox. 52 min.Author Discussion on BiographiesAuthors Maryemma Graham, Wayne Flint and Virginia Butler shared their thoughts about writing ... Authors Maryemma Graham, Wayne Flint and Virginia Butler shared their thoughts about writing biographies.
5:45 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Author Discussion on America at WarAuthors Heather Stur, Chris Wimmer, Peter Cozzens and E.R. Lutken discussed the U.S. involvement ... Authors Heather Stur, Chris Wimmer, Peter Cozzens and E.R. Lutken discussed the U.S. involvement in war at home and abroad. 7:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, "Providence and Power"Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, author of "Providence and Power," talked about the historic impact of 10 ... Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, author of "Providence and Power," talked about the historic impact of 10 Jewish statesmen, including King David, Benjamin Disraeli, and Louis Brandeis. This event was hosted by the Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute in New York City.