Presidents Unplugged
Presidents Unplugged is a lively and insightful podcast hosted by high schooler Ty Svenson, who revitalizes the stories of America’s presidents, whether powerful, forgotten, or fallen. Each week, Ty explores the triumphs, struggles, and pivotal moments that shaped the Oval Office and the nation it leads.
From George Washington’s courage and Theodore Roosevelt’s rugged spirit to the shocking assassinations that forever changed history, Presidents Unplugged examines the legacies behind every U.S. leader, one episode at a time. Ty combines captivating storytelling with quick, engaging lessons that make presidential history easy to grasp and impossible to forget.
Each episode addresses questions like:
• How did assassinations influence the presidency?
• Which leaders left a lasting impact on America’s identity?
• What myths about our presidents still fool people today?
• And what lessons can we learn from their successes and failures?
Tune in every Friday at 1 PM for a fresh look at American leadership, past, present, future, and everything in between.
Follow @presidents_unplugged on Instagram or visit presidentsunplugged.com to listen, learn, and explore the history that shaped our nation.
Presidents Unplugged
#32 Fear Itself: The Franklin Roosevelt Story
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Franklin D. Roosevelt faced fear at every stage of his life, from personal hardship to national crisis. Beginning in the depths of the Great Depression, we explore how Roosevelt challenged a nation paralyzed by uncertainty and rebuilt confidence through bold action and strong leadership. From his battle with polio to the sweeping reforms of the New Deal and the trials of World War II, the episode highlights how fear can either divide or unite a country. At its core, it’s a story about resilience, showing that true leadership isn’t about eliminating fear, but rising above it.
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