After Words Schedule

Week of May 29 through June 5

All times and durations are subject to change

Saturday, June 4
7:59 AM EDTApprox. 50 min.Lectures in History The 1950sUniversity of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender ... University of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender norms in the 1950s. She describes some of the demographic changes and societal tensions during this era. 8:49 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Legal & Judicial LegacyThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to ... The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The posthumous award honored her legal and judicial career as well as her legacy as a U.S. Supreme Court justice. Her children donated artifacts connected to her life and work. 9:54 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg Artifacts Donated to SmithsonianSmithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items ... Smithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items recently donated by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's family. She explained the meaning and significance of the artifacts, including one of her robes, her majority and dissent collars, and items from her Supreme Court office.
10:09 AM EDTApprox. 40 min.WWII Correspondent & Photographer Ralph MorseTom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was ... Tom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was hired as the youngest full-time war correspondent working on behalf of the United States. This virtual event was hosted by the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. 10:49 AM EDTApprox. 10 min.Reel America "World Charter Signed" - 1945This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was ... This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was signed on June 26, 1945 in San Francisco by over forty nations. 10:59 AM EDTApprox. 50 min.Lectures in History The 1950sUniversity of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender ... University of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender norms in the 1950s. She describes some of the demographic changes and societal tensions during this era.
11:49 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 6 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Legal & Judicial LegacyThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to ... The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The posthumous award honored her legal and judicial career as well as her legacy as a U.S. Supreme Court justice. Her children donated artifacts connected to her life and work. 12:55 PM EDTApprox. 14 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg Artifacts Donated to SmithsonianSmithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items ... Smithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items recently donated by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's family. She explained the meaning and significance of the artifacts, including one of her robes, her majority and dissent collars, and items from her Supreme Court office. 1:09 PM EDTApprox. 40 min.WWII Correspondent & Photographer Ralph MorseTom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was ... Tom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was hired as the youngest full-time war correspondent working on behalf of the United States. This virtual event was hosted by the National WWII Museum in New Orleans.
1:49 PM EDTApprox. 10 min.Reel America "World Charter Signed" - 1945This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was ... This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was signed on June 26, 1945 in San Francisco by over forty nations. 1:59 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.The Presidency Edith Wilson ReconsideredWoodrow Wilson's second wife, Edith, is reconsidered by first ladies' scholars who discussed her ... Woodrow Wilson's second wife, Edith, is reconsidered by first ladies' scholars who discussed her political influence and actions in the White House. Edith Wilson was first lady from 1915 to 1921. The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosted this virtual event. 3:04 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Jackie Robinson and the Brooklyn DodgersSports writers William Rhoden and Peter Golenbock - along with historian Joseph Dorinson -- ... Sports writers William Rhoden and Peter Golenbock - along with historian Joseph Dorinson -- discussed Jackie Robinson's integration of major league baseball in April 1947 utilizing items in the Center for Brooklyn History's archives. This virtual event was hosted by the Center for Brooklyn History.
4:24 PM EDTApprox. 20 min.Reel America "The Battle of Midway" - 1942Hollywood director John Ford made an 18 minute documentary for the U.S. Navy about the Battle of ... Hollywood director John Ford made an 18 minute documentary for the U.S. Navy about the Battle of Midway in June of 1942. The Battle of Midway presented a victory in vivid color to an American public eager for good war news. 4:44 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 3 min.Interpreting the ConstitutionScholars Wilfred Codrington III and Charles Kesler discussed two interpretations of the ... Scholars Wilfred Codrington III and Charles Kesler discussed two interpretations of the Constitution - the original intent of the Founders verses viewing the Constitution as a living document. Mr. Codrington is the author of "The People's Constitution" and Mr. Kesler is the author of "Crisis of Two Constitutions." The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia hosted this virtual event. 5:47 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 12 min.Charles Knight, "Arlington to Appomattox"Charles Knight discussed his book, "From Arlington to Appomattox: Robert E. Lee's Civil War, Day ... Charles Knight discussed his book, "From Arlington to Appomattox: Robert E. Lee's Civil War, Day by Day, 1861-1865." This virtual program was hosted by the American Civil War Museum.
6:59 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.First Lady Elizabeth MonroeJames Monroe Museum curator Jarod Kearney displayed and talked about items that belonged to first ... James Monroe Museum curator Jarod Kearney displayed and talked about items that belonged to first lady Elizabeth Monroe, whose husband was president from 1817-1825. He showed some of her clothing, jewelry, dishware and an early equivalent of a multi-tool. This virtual event was hosted by James Monroe's Highland in Charlottesville, Virginia. 7:59 PM EDTApprox. 50 min.Lectures in History The 1950sUniversity of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender ... University of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender norms in the 1950s. She describes some of the demographic changes and societal tensions during this era. 8:49 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Legal & Judicial LegacyThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to ... The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The posthumous award honored her legal and judicial career as well as her legacy as a U.S. Supreme Court justice. Her children donated artifacts connected to her life and work.
9:54 PM EDTApprox. 15 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg Artifacts Donated to SmithsonianSmithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items ... Smithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items recently donated by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's family. She explained the meaning and significance of the artifacts, including one of her robes, her majority and dissent collars, and items from her Supreme Court office. 10:09 PM EDTApprox. 40 min.WWII Correspondent & Photographer Ralph MorseTom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was ... Tom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was hired as the youngest full-time war correspondent working on behalf of the United States. This virtual event was hosted by the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. 10:49 PM EDTApprox. 10 min.Reel America "World Charter Signed" - 1945This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was ... This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was signed on June 26, 1945 in San Francisco by over forty nations.
10:59 PM EDTApprox. 50 min.Lectures in History The 1950sUniversity of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender ... University of Oklahoma professor Jennifer Holland taught a class about family life and gender norms in the 1950s. She describes some of the demographic changes and societal tensions during this era. 11:49 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Legal & Judicial LegacyThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to ... The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History presented its "Great Americans Medal" to Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The posthumous award honored her legal and judicial career as well as her legacy as a U.S. Supreme Court justice. Her children donated artifacts connected to her life and work.
Sunday, June 5
12:54 AM EDTApprox. 15 min.Ruth Bader Ginsburg Artifacts Donated to SmithsonianSmithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items ... Smithsonian political history curator Lisa Kathleen Graddy displayed and talked about items recently donated by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's family. She explained the meaning and significance of the artifacts, including one of her robes, her majority and dissent collars, and items from her Supreme Court office. 1:09 AM EDTApprox. 40 min.WWII Correspondent & Photographer Ralph MorseTom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was ... Tom Gibbs of the National WWII Museum talked about the career of Ralph Morse who, in 1942, was hired as the youngest full-time war correspondent working on behalf of the United States. This virtual event was hosted by the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. 1:49 AM EDTApprox. 10 min.Reel America "World Charter Signed" - 1945This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was ... This United Newsreel documents the founding meeting of the United Nations. The UN Charter was signed on June 26, 1945 in San Francisco by over forty nations.
1:59 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 5 min.The Presidency Edith Wilson ReconsideredWoodrow Wilson's second wife, Edith, is reconsidered by first ladies' scholars who discussed her ... Woodrow Wilson's second wife, Edith, is reconsidered by first ladies' scholars who discussed her political influence and actions in the White House. Edith Wilson was first lady from 1915 to 1921. The First Ladies Association for Research and Education hosted this virtual event. 3:04 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 20 min.Jackie Robinson and the Brooklyn DodgersSports writers William Rhoden and Peter Golenbock - along with historian Joseph Dorinson -- ... Sports writers William Rhoden and Peter Golenbock - along with historian Joseph Dorinson -- discussed Jackie Robinson's integration of major league baseball in April 1947 utilizing items in the Center for Brooklyn History's archives. This virtual event was hosted by the Center for Brooklyn History. 4:24 AM EDTApprox. 20 min.Reel America "The Battle of Midway" - 1942Hollywood director John Ford made an 18 minute documentary for the U.S. Navy about the Battle of ... Hollywood director John Ford made an 18 minute documentary for the U.S. Navy about the Battle of Midway in June of 1942. The Battle of Midway presented a victory in vivid color to an American public eager for good war news.
4:44 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 3 min.Interpreting the ConstitutionScholars Wilfred Codrington III and Charles Kesler discussed two interpretations of the ... Scholars Wilfred Codrington III and Charles Kesler discussed two interpretations of the Constitution - the original intent of the Founders verses viewing the Constitution as a living document. Mr. Codrington is the author of "The People's Constitution" and Mr. Kesler is the author of "Crisis of Two Constitutions." The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia hosted this virtual event. 5:47 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 12 min.Charles Knight, "Arlington to Appomattox"Charles Knight discussed his book, "From Arlington to Appomattox: Robert E. Lee's Civil War, Day ... Charles Knight discussed his book, "From Arlington to Appomattox: Robert E. Lee's Civil War, Day by Day, 1861-1865." This virtual program was hosted by the American Civil War Museum. 6:59 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.First Lady Elizabeth MonroeJames Monroe Museum curator Jarod Kearney displayed and talked about items that belonged to first ... James Monroe Museum curator Jarod Kearney displayed and talked about items that belonged to first lady Elizabeth Monroe, whose husband was president from 1817-1825. He showed some of her clothing, jewelry, dishware and an early equivalent of a multi-tool. This virtual event was hosted by James Monroe's Highland in Charlottesville, Virginia.
7:59 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Alice Walker, "Gathering Blossoms Under Fire - The Journals of Alice Walker"Pulitzer Prize-winning author Alice Walker spoke about her development as a writer and activist. ... Pulitzer Prize-winning author Alice Walker spoke about her development as a writer and activist. The Dallas Museum of the Arts hosted this virtual program. 9:00 AM EDTApprox. 59 min.David Mamet, "Recessional"Playwright and screenwriter David Mamet discussed his book of essays on free speech, the culture ... Playwright and screenwriter David Mamet discussed his book of essays on free speech, the culture wars, religion, and other topics. This event was held at the Ronald Reagan Library in Simi Valley, California. 9:59 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.After Words Dave Rubin, "Don't Burn This Country"Creator and Host of "The Rubin Report" Dave Rubin offered his thoughts on how to revive the ... Creator and Host of "The Rubin Report" Dave Rubin offered his thoughts on how to revive the American Dream and call out "woke" culture. He was interviewed by Cato Institute Vice President and Director of Polling Emily Ekins.
10:59 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Katherine Schweit, "Stop the Killing"Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI's Active Shooter Program, talked about how to end mass ... Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI's Active Shooter Program, talked about how to end mass shootings in the United States. This event was hosted by the American Writers Museum in Chicago. 12:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 58 min.LIVE In Depth Sam QuinonesAuthor and journalist Sam Quinones joins Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues ... Author and journalist Sam Quinones joins Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues and the drug epidemic in the United States. His books include "True Tales from Another Mexico," "Dreamland," and, most recently, "The Least of Us." 1:58 PM EDTApprox. 2 hr. 2 min.In Depth Sam QuinonesAuthor and journalist Sam Quinones joined Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues ... Author and journalist Sam Quinones joined Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues and the drug epidemic in the United States. His books include "True Tales from Another Mexico," "Dreamland," and, most recently, "The Least of Us."
4:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Yascha Mounk, "The Great Experiment - Why Diverse Democracies Fall Apart and How They Can Endure"Johns Hopkins University professor Yascha Mounk took an historical look at why democracies have ... Johns Hopkins University professor Yascha Mounk took an historical look at why democracies have failed and offered his thoughts on what can be learned to preserve and strengthen diverse democracies. The New York Public Library hosted this event. 5:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.ISI Conservative Book of the Year - Victor Davis Hanson, "The Dying Citizen"Author and historian Victor Davis Hanson discussed his book "The Dying Citizen," the recipient of ... Author and historian Victor Davis Hanson discussed his book "The Dying Citizen," the recipient of the 2022 Intercollegiate Studies Institute's Conservative Book of the Year Award. This event was held in Wilmington, Delaware 6:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.2022 Lukas Book PrizesColumbia University Journalism School and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard ... Columbia University Journalism School and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University presented their annual awards that 'honor the best in American nonfiction writing.' This year's winners include Andrea Elliot, "Invisible Child," and Jane Rogoyska, "Surviving Katyn."
7:15 PM EDTApprox. 45 min.Bill Browder, "Freezing Order"Bill Browder talked about Vladimir Putin's efforts to steal and launder hundreds of billions of ... Bill Browder talked about Vladimir Putin's efforts to steal and launder hundreds of billions of dollars. Browder's attorney, Sergei Magnitsky, who uncovered Putin's scheme, was killed in a Moscow jail in 2009 while awaiting trial for tax evasion. This virtual event was hosted by the Washington Post. 8:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 1 min.Alice Walker, "Gathering Blossoms Under Fire - The Journals of Alice Walker"Pulitzer Prize-winning author Alice Walker spoke about her development as a writer and activist. ... Pulitzer Prize-winning author Alice Walker spoke about her development as a writer and activist. The Dallas Museum of the Arts hosted this virtual program. 9:01 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.David Mamet, "Recessional"Playwright and screenwriter David Mamet discussed his book of essays on free speech, the culture ... Playwright and screenwriter David Mamet discussed his book of essays on free speech, the culture wars, religion, and other topics. This event was held at the Ronald Reagan Library in Simi Valley, California.
10:01 PM EDTApprox. 59 min.After Words Dave Rubin, "Don't Burn This Country"Creator and Host of "The Rubin Report" Dave Rubin offered his thoughts on how to revive the ... Creator and Host of "The Rubin Report" Dave Rubin offered his thoughts on how to revive the American Dream and call out "woke" culture. He was interviewed by Cato Institute Vice President and Director of Polling Emily Ekins. 11:00 PM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Katherine Schweit, "Stop the Killing"Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI's Active Shooter Program, talked about how to end mass ... Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI's Active Shooter Program, talked about how to end mass shootings in the United States. This event was hosted by the American Writers Museum in Chicago.
Monday, June 6
12:00 AM EDTApprox. 2 hr.In Depth Sam QuinonesAuthor and journalist Sam Quinones joined Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues ... Author and journalist Sam Quinones joined Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues and the drug epidemic in the United States. His books include "True Tales from Another Mexico," "Dreamland," and, most recently, "The Least of Us." 2:00 AM EDTApprox. 2 hr.In Depth Sam QuinonesAuthor and journalist Sam Quinones joined Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues ... Author and journalist Sam Quinones joined Book TV to talk and take calls about immigration issues and the drug epidemic in the United States. His books include "True Tales from Another Mexico," "Dreamland," and, most recently, "The Least of Us." 4:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.Yascha Mounk, "The Great Experiment - Why Diverse Democracies Fall Apart and How They Can Endure"Johns Hopkins University professor Yascha Mounk took an historical look at why democracies have ... Johns Hopkins University professor Yascha Mounk took an historical look at why democracies have failed and offered his thoughts on what can be learned to preserve and strengthen diverse democracies. The New York Public Library hosted this event.
5:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr.ISI Conservative Book of the Year - Victor Davis Hanson, "The Dying Citizen"Author and historian Victor Davis Hanson discussed his book "The Dying Citizen," the recipient of ... Author and historian Victor Davis Hanson discussed his book "The Dying Citizen," the recipient of the 2022 Intercollegiate Studies Institute's Conservative Book of the Year Award. This event was held in Wilmington, Delaware 6:00 AM EDTApprox. 1 hr. 15 min.2022 Lukas Book PrizesColumbia University Journalism School and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard ... Columbia University Journalism School and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University presented their annual awards that 'honor the best in American nonfiction writing.' This year's winners include Andrea Elliot, "Invisible Child," and Jane Rogoyska, "Surviving Katyn." 7:15 AM EDTApprox. 45 min.Bill Browder, "Freezing Order"Bill Browder talked about Vladimir Putin's efforts to steal and launder hundreds of billions of ... Bill Browder talked about Vladimir Putin's efforts to steal and launder hundreds of billions of dollars. Browder's attorney, Sergei Magnitsky, who uncovered Putin's scheme, was killed in a Moscow jail in 2009 while awaiting trial for tax evasion. This virtual event was hosted by the Washington Post.