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
#19 Telephones, Teetotalers and Turmoil
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Rutherford B. Hayes is often remembered for one of the most controversial elections in American history, but there is far more to his story than a single electoral vote. In this episode of Presidents Unplugged, we explore the life of a Civil War hero, reformer, and quiet leader who worked to restore integrity to the White House while navigating the end of Reconstruction. Along the way, discover the surprising stories behind Lemonade Lucy, the first White House telephone, and why there’s a soccer club in Paraguay named after an American president. Join us as we uncover the remarkable life and lasting legacy of America’s 19th president, Rutherford B. Hayes.
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