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Country Over Self: Defining Moments in American History is a short-form history podcast for Americans who want to understand the courageous decisions their Presidents have made. Author and technology entrepreneur Matt Blumberg is joined by some of America's most accomplished Presidential historians who tell the stories of Presidents who made choices that reflected a desire to strengthen the country, either at the expense of, or without regard to the potential impact on, their role, power, stature, or political party.
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Episodes
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Gerald R. Ford's pardon of Nixon and Betty Ford making her private difficulties public with Richard Norton Smith
This episode features historian Richard Norton Smith discussing Gerald R.
·49m - 2
Richard M. Nixon and the fallacy of Country Over Self with Rick Perlstein
This episode explores Richard Nixon's presidency through the lens of the 'Country Over Self' concept, examining his consequential decisions and legacy with historian Rick Perlstein.
·31m - 3
FDR's consequential presidency and Eleanor Roosevelt's intertwined career with HW Brands
This episode explores Franklin Delano Roosevelt's consequential presidency and his wife Eleanor Roosevelt's intertwined career through a discussion with historian H.W.
·53m - 4
John Adams's rationale for virtue with Joseph Ellis
Historian Joseph Ellis discusses John Adams's commitment to virtue and country over self-interest in this interview about defining moments in American history.
·39m - 5
George H.W. Bush's "famous last words" campaign promise, with Mark Updegrove
This episode explores George H.W.
·33m - 6
Harry S. Truman and early recognition of Israel with Gary Ginsberg
This episode explores Harry S.
·38m - 7
Welcome to Country Over Self: Defining Moments in American History
This episode introduces a podcast exploring defining moments in American history where presidents made decisions prioritizing the country over personal or political interests, aiming to rediscover shared national values amid political division.
·3m - 8
Grover Cleveland's superhuman moral courage with Troy Senik
This episode explores Grover Cleveland's presidency and moral courage through an interview with historian Troy Senik, author of a biography on Cleveland.
·47m - 9
Finale - Does Country Over Self exist?
The host reflects on the final episode of his series exploring American history through interviews with historians, discussing their suggestions for strengthening the nation and sharing his own thoughts.
·55m - 10
George Washington's many courageous acts with Alexis Coe
This episode features an interview with historian Alexis Coe discussing her biography of George Washington and his selfless presidential decisions.
·46m - 11
Abraham Lincoln and the balance of politics and sainthood, with Sean Wilentz
This episode explores Abraham Lincoln's presidency, focusing on his political decisions during the Civil War and his legacy as a revered figure in American history, featuring historian Sean Wilentz.
·43m - 12
James Madison and the Bank of the United States and Dolley Madison during the War of 1812 with Noah Feldman
This episode of Country Over Self explores James Madison's decision regarding the Bank of the United States, highlighting how he prioritized national strength over personal political interests.
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Lyndon B. Johnson and Civil Rights with Julian Zelizer
This episode explores Lyndon B.
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James A. Garfield and Civil Service Reform with CW Goodyear
This episode explores James A.
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