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| 1. | | The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin by Benjamin Franklin Available on: Audio DownloadThe Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is a personal account of the life of the famous American statesman, businessman, philosopher, inventor and scientist. |
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| 2. | | HBO: Real Time with Bill Maher Podcast by Bill Maher Available on: PodcastHe's irrepressible, opinionated and, of course, politically incorrect... and he's airing the world's dirty laundry live, uncensored and exclusively on HBO. Bill Maher, one of the most distinctive and provocative humorists on the comedy scene, host this one-hour talk show that allows him and his guests total freedom of speech without fear of network recrimination or criticism! |
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| 3. | | Common Sense by Thomas Paine Available on: Audio DownloadCommon Sense is perhaps the work single most responsible for the American Revolution. |
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| 4. | | The Randi Rhodes Show Podcast by Randi Rhodes Available on: PodcastRadio, only smarter...Four delicious hours of Randi every day. |
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| 5. | | I Have a Dream by Martin Luther King, Jr. Available on: Online Audio | Online Video"I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal." |
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| 6. | | The United States Declaration of Independence by Various Authors Available on: Audio DownloadBy the summer of 1776, the American Patriots had taken control over all the 13 colonies, and they were now effectively individual states establishing their own state constitutions that existed outside of British rule. On June 11, 1776 a committee met with the purpose of drafting a resolution to declare independence of Great Britain. |
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| 7. | | The World is Flat by Thomas L. Friedman Available on: Audio Download | Video Download | Online VideoChances are good that Bhavya in Bangalore will read your next x-ray, or as Thomas Friedman learned first hand, “Grandma Betty in her bathrobe” will make your Jet Blue plane reservation from her Salt Lake City home. |
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| 8. | | U.S. Presidents Podcast Available on: PodcastLearnOutLoud.com presents the U.S. Presidents Podcast. Each episode will provide a brief biographical portrait of each president, explore the eras in which they led the country, and access the historical significance they hold for us today. |
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| 9. | | Gettysburg Address by Abraham Lincoln Available on: Audio Download"Fourscore and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation... |
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| 10. | | Speech by Gandhi by Mohandas Gandhi Available on: Online AudioMohandas Gandhi, recorded in Kinglsey Hall, London 1931, giving a spiritual message to the world. |
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| 11. | | Michael Savage Podcast by Michael Savage Available on: PodcastMichael Savage on 910KNEW. |
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| 12. | | Great Speeches in History Available on: Audio Download ($9.95)This audio program offers speeches from a wide variety of thinkers and leaders. You will here important statements made by Philosophers, Religious Leaders, Royalty, Statesman civil rights advocates and more. |
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| 13. | | The Founding Documents Podcast by Various Authors Available on: PodcastThe Founding Documents Podcast is a periodic showcase presented in audio format. Here you will be able to listen to the declarations, speeches and essays that form the core principles of U.S. Government. |
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| 14. | | NPR: Intelligence Squared U.S. Podcast Available on: PodcastIntelligence Squared U.S. brings Oxford-style debating to America-- one motion, one moderator, three panelists for the motion and three against. |
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| 15. | | The Greatest Speeches of All Time by Harry S. Truman Available on: Audio CD ($12.76) | Audio Download ($9.95)This is a compilation of highlights of some of the most well-known speeches of modern times, spanning the years of 1940-1987. |
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| 16. | | The Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton Available on: PodcastThe Federalist Papers are a series of 85 articles arguing for the ratification of the United States Constitution. |
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| 17. | | Democracy Now! Podcast by Amy Goodman Available on: PodcastA daily radio and TV program on over 350 stations, pioneering the largest community media collaboration in the U.S. |
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| 18. | | Patrick Henry's "Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death" Speech by Patrick Henry Available on: Audio DownloadOn March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry delivered a speech which supported military action against the British. This stirring speech swayed the vote and was most likely the deciding factor in committing Virginia troops to fight the British. |
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| 19. | | Teddy Roosevelt by Robert Dallek Available on: Audio DownloadIn this first lecture in a series touching on how the U.S. Presidency changed during the 20th century, noted historian Robert Dalek begins with his take on Theodore Roosevelt. |
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| 20. | | Undergraduate Colloquium on Political Science Podcast by Alan David Ross Available on: PodcastPolitical issues facing the state of California, the United States... |
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| 21. | | U.S. Foreign Policy After 9/11 Podcast by Harry Kreisler Available on: PodcastThis course provides an opportunity to study and discuss issues and events having recent international impact... |
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| 22. | | Walden by Henry David Thoreau Available on: Audio DownloadWalden by Henry David Thoreau is one of the best-known non-fiction books written by an American. Published in 1854, it details Thoreau’s life for two years, two months, and two days around the shores of Walden Pond. |
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| 23. | | The Economist Podcast Available on: PodcastAudio content from The Economist magazine, including interviews with journalists and experts on world politics, business, finance, economics, science, technology, culture and the arts. |
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| 24. | | CBS News: 60 Minutes Podcast by CBS Available on: PodcastCBSNews.com 60 Minutes Podcast |
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| 25. | | CNN News Update Podcast Available on: PodcastThe latest news happening in the U.S. and around the world. |