American Artifacts Schedule

Week of June 24 through July 1

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, June 30
7:26 AM EDTApprox. 35 min.Canada Announces Retaliatory TariffsCanadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland was joined by two other top Canadian leaders ... Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland was joined by two other top Canadian leaders in announcing new tariffs in retaliation to ones imposed by the U.S. on goods like steel and aluminum. The announcement was made at a steel plant in Hamilton, near Toronto. The new tariffs were expected to affect more than $12.5 billion worth of U.S.-made goods. Minister Freeland said the tariffs were in retaliation for ones imposed by the U.S. on Canada, Mexico, the European Union and other trading partners. She also said Canada would be filing a complaint with the World Trade Organization regarding the tariffs announced by the Trump administration. Following their remarks, the three ministers took questions from reporters. 8:01 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 14 min.Blondy Baruti, "The Incredible True Story of Blondy Baruti"Actor Blondy Baruti discussed his journey from the Congo to America. Actor Blondy Baruti discussed his journey from the Congo to America. 9:15 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.History Bookshelf '2018 Gaithersburg Book Festival - Ann Marie Ackermann "Death of an Assassin"Ann Marie Ackerman discussed "Death of an Assassin: The True Story of the German Murderer Who Died ... Ann Marie Ackerman discussed "Death of an Assassin: The True Story of the German Murderer Who Died Defending Robert E. Lee" at the 2018 Gaithersburg Book Festival.
10:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.James Patterson and Bill Clinton, "The President is Missing"'Former President Bill Clinton and author James Patterson discussed their collaboration in writing ... Former President Bill Clinton and author James Patterson discussed their collaboration in writing a suspense novel that takes place against the backdrop of a national security threat and the disappearance of the President. 11:10 AM EDTApprox. 50 min.2018 Printers Row Lit Fest - Jonah Goldberg, "Suicide of the West"Syndicated columnist Jonah Goldberg argued that tribalism, populism, and nationalism are ... Syndicated columnist Jonah Goldberg argued that tribalism, populism, and nationalism are threatening American democracy. 12:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 3 min.Janet Dewart Bell, "Lighting the Fires of Freedom"Janet Dewart Bell provided a history of African American women in the Civil Rights Movement. Janet Dewart Bell provided a history of African American women in the Civil Rights Movement.
1:03 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 37 min.Michael McFaul, "From Cold War to Hot Peace"Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia (2012-2014), talked about U.S.-Russia relations ... Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia (2012-2014), talked about U.S.-Russia relations since 1989. 2:40 PM EDTApprox. 5 min.Interview with Helen Knowles, "The Tie Goes to Freedom"Author and legal scholar Helen Knowles weighed in on the recent retirement announcement of Justice ... Author and legal scholar Helen Knowles weighed in on the recent retirement announcement of Justice Anthony Kennedy. 2:45 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Helen Knowles "The Tie Goes to Freedom"Helen Knowles talked about "The Tie Goes to Freedom: Justice Anthony M. Kennedy on Liberty" ... Helen Knowles talked about "The Tie Goes to Freedom: Justice Anthony M. Kennedy on Liberty" (Rowman and Littlefield Publishers, Inc.; January 28, 2009). In her book she gives a full examination of the jurisprudence of Justice Kennedy, who has been the tie-breaking vote in 5-4 decisions more often than any other Justice since the retirement of Justice O'Connor. Her mentor, Professor Randy Barnett, made comments afterward, and then Professor Knowles responded to his remarks and audience members' questions. Ms. Knowles received the 2005 U.S. Supreme Court Historical Society Hughes Gossett Award as a teaching fellow at Boston University, where she also earned her Ph.D.
4:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.James Rogan, "On to Chicago"Former Congressman James Rogan (R-CA) recalled the 1968 presidential campaign, which included nine ... Former Congressman James Rogan (R-CA) recalled the 1968 presidential campaign, which included nine candidates and was marked by the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. 5:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Condoleezza Rice & Amy Zegart, "Political Risk"Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Stanford's Amy Zegart talked about global ... Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Stanford's Amy Zegart talked about global insecurity and the future of American diplomacy. 6:00 PM EDTApprox. 43 min.Joseph Crespino, "Atticus Finch"Emory University history professor Joseph Crespino explored the life of Harper Lee's father, Amasa ... Emory University history professor Joseph Crespino explored the life of Harper Lee's father, Amasa Coleman Lee, and how he inspired the fictional character Atticus Finch.
6:43 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 2 min.Rachel Devlin, "A Girl Stands at the Door"Rutgers University history professor Rachel Devlin looked at the desegregation of American public ... Rutgers University history professor Rachel Devlin looked at the desegregation of American public schools through the actions of young women throughout the country. 7:45 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Michelle Obama, "Becoming"Former First Lady Michelle Obama reflected on her life and time in the White House. She addressed ... Former First Lady Michelle Obama reflected on her life and time in the White House. She addressed attendees of the American Library Association's annual conference and was joined in conversation by Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden. 9:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Dan Abrams, "Lincoln's Last Trial"ABC News' Dan Abrams recalled Abraham Lincoln's last legal case, a murder defense of ... ABC News' Dan Abrams recalled Abraham Lincoln's last legal case, a murder defense of twenty-two-year-old Peach Quinn Harrison in 1859.
10:00 PM EDTApprox. 59 min.After Words Mona Hanna-Attisha, "What the Eyes Don't See"Physician Mona Hanna-Attisha detailed her efforts to provide scientific evidence that children in ... Physician Mona Hanna-Attisha detailed her efforts to provide scientific evidence that children in Flint, Michigan, were being exposed to lead poisoning through the water supply. She's interviewed by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI). 10:59 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Ken Bensinger, "Red Card"Investigative reporter Ken Bensinger talked about the U.S. government's case against FIFA, ... Investigative reporter Ken Bensinger talked about the U.S. government's case against FIFA, international soccer's governing body.
Sunday, July 1
12:09 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 36 min.Roxane Gay, "Not That Bad"Cultural critic and writer Roxane Gay addresses the issues of assault, harassment, and rape. Cultural critic and writer Roxane Gay addresses the issues of assault, harassment, and rape. 1:45 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Newt Gingrich, "Trump's America"Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich offered his thoughts on the impact that the Trump ... Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich offered his thoughts on the impact that the Trump administration policies are having on America and around the world. 3:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Steve Israel, "Big Guns"Former New York Democratic Congressman Steve Israel provided his insight into the gun lobby and ... Former New York Democratic Congressman Steve Israel provided his insight into the gun lobby and gun legislation through political satire in his latest novel. He is interviewed by bestselling novelist Nelson DeMille.
4:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Discussion on AppalachiaElizabeth Catte ("What You Are Getting Wrong About Appalachia"), Steven Stoll ("Ramp Hollow"), and ... Elizabeth Catte ("What You Are Getting Wrong About Appalachia"), Steven Stoll ("Ramp Hollow"), and Wendy Welch ("Fall or Fly") discussed the stereotypes and reality of life in Appalachia. This discussion was part of the Virginia Festival of the Book, held annually in Charlottesville. 5:15 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Jonathan Weisman, "Semitism"New York Times editor Jonathan Weisman discussed what he views as the challenges of being a ... New York Times editor Jonathan Weisman discussed what he views as the challenges of being a Jewish-American during the Trump administration. 6:30 AM EDTApprox. 30 min.History Bookshelf 2018 Gaithersburg Book Festival - Joseph Esposito, "Dinner in Camelot"From the 2018 Gaithersburg Book Festival, Joseph Esposito detailed the White House dinner in ... From the 2018 Gaithersburg Book Festival, Joseph Esposito detailed the White House dinner in April, 1962 with 49 Nobel Prize winners, including Robert Oppenheimer, James Baldwin, Mary Welsh Hemingway, John Glenn, and others.
7:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Benn Steil, "The Marshall Plan"Benn Steil, director of international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations, chronicled ... Benn Steil, director of international economics at the Council on Foreign Relations, chronicled the efforts to rebuild western Europe following World War II. 8:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.Ted Dintersmith, "What School Could Be"Venture capitalist Ted Dintersmith offered his thoughts on how innovations can be incorporated in ... Venture capitalist Ted Dintersmith offered his thoughts on how innovations can be incorporated in American classrooms. 9:30 AM EDTApprox. 59 min.Dan Abrams, "Lincoln's Last Trial"ABC News' Dan Abrams recalled Abraham Lincoln's last legal case, a murder defense of ... ABC News' Dan Abrams recalled Abraham Lincoln's last legal case, a murder defense of twenty-two-year-old Peach Quinn Harrison in 1859.
10:29 AM EDTApprox. 21 min.Janet Jones & Alison Turner of Source BooksellersJanet Jones and Alison Turner, owners of Detroit's Source Booksellers, discussed their bookstore ... Janet Jones and Alison Turner, owners of Detroit's Source Booksellers, discussed their bookstore and their favorite books about the city. 10:50 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.After Words Rep. John Delaney, "The Right Answer"Maryland Congressman John Delaney, the first Democrat to declare for president in 2020, offers his ... Maryland Congressman John Delaney, the first Democrat to declare for president in 2020, offers his vision for America. He's interviewed by Donna Brazile, former Chair of the Democratic National Committee. 12:00 PM EDTApprox. 3 hr.LIVE In Depth Brad ThorOur 2018 Fiction Edition of In Depth continues with bestselling novelist Brad Thor. Mr. Thor is ... Our 2018 Fiction Edition of In Depth continues with bestselling novelist Brad Thor. Mr. Thor is the author of many thrillers, including "The Lions of Lucern," "Blowback," " and, his latest, "Spy Master," which will be published on July 3rd.
3:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 30 min.Roxane Gay, "Not That Bad"Cultural critic and writer Roxane Gay addresses the issues of assault, harassment, and rape. Cultural critic and writer Roxane Gay addresses the issues of assault, harassment, and rape. 4:30 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Cal Turner Jr., "My Father's Business"Dollar General CEO Cal Turner, Jr. detailed the rise of his family's retail business. Dollar General CEO Cal Turner, Jr. detailed the rise of his family's retail business. 5:31 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 14 min.Ken Bensinger, "Red Card"Investigative reporter Ken Bensinger talked about the U.S. government's case against FIFA, ... Investigative reporter Ken Bensinger talked about the U.S. government's case against FIFA, international soccer's governing body.
6:45 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Andrew Selee, "Vanishing Frontiers"Andrew Selee, President of the Migration Policy Institute, discusses Mexico's transformation over ... Andrew Selee, President of the Migration Policy Institute, discusses Mexico's transformation over the past twenty years and its influence on the U.S. 7:50 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 10 min.Peter Stark, "Young Washington"Peter Stark recounted the early life and military career of George Washington. Peter Stark recounted the early life and military career of George Washington. 9:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Mona Hanna-Attisha, "What the Eyes Don't See"Physician Mona Hanna-Attisha detailed her efforts to provide scientific evidence that children in ... Physician Mona Hanna-Attisha detailed her efforts to provide scientific evidence that children in Flint, Michigan, were being exposed to lead poisoning through the water supply. She's interviewed by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI).
10:00 PM EDTApprox. 45 min.Joseph Crespino, "Atticus Finch"Emory University history professor Joseph Crespino explored the life of Harper Lee's father, Amasa ... Emory University history professor Joseph Crespino explored the life of Harper Lee's father, Amasa Coleman Lee, and how he inspired the fictional character Atticus Finch. 10:45 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.Michelle Obama, "Becoming"Former First Lady Michelle Obama reflected on her life and time in the White House. She addressed ... Former First Lady Michelle Obama reflected on her life and time in the White House. She addressed attendees of the American Library Association's annual conference and was joined in conversation by Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden.
Monday, July 2
12:00 AM EDTApprox. 3 hr.In Depth Brad ThorOur 2018 Fiction Edition of In Depth continued with bestselling novelist Brad Thor. Mr. Thor is ... Our 2018 Fiction Edition of In Depth continued with bestselling novelist Brad Thor. Mr. Thor is the author of many thrillers, including "The Lions of Lucern," "Blowback," " and, his latest, "Spy Master," which will be published on July 3rd. 3:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Mona Hanna-Attisha, "What the Eyes Don't See"Physician Mona Hanna-Attisha detailed her efforts to provide scientific evidence that children in ... Physician Mona Hanna-Attisha detailed her efforts to provide scientific evidence that children in Flint, Michigan, were being exposed to lead poisoning through the water supply. She's interviewed by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI). 4:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.2018 Book Expo - Publishers DiscussionPublishing executives Carolyn Reidy, president and CEO of Simon & Schuster; Markus Dohle, CEO of ... Publishing executives Carolyn Reidy, president and CEO of Simon & Schuster; Markus Dohle, CEO of Penguin Random House; and John Sargent, CEO of Macmillan discussed the current state of book publishing.
5:01 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 44 min.William Hitchcock, "The Age of Eisenhower"University of Virginia history professor William Hitchcock recalled the presidency of Dwight ... University of Virginia history professor William Hitchcock recalled the presidency of Dwight Eisenhower. 6:45 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.John Sedgwick, "Blood Moon"John Sedgwick recounted the internal battle between Cherokee chiefs over control of the Cherokee ... John Sedgwick recounted the internal battle between Cherokee chiefs over control of the Cherokee Nation during the Trail of Tears era.