Unpacking the Federalist Papers
Mary G. summarizes the writings that supported the ratification of our United States Constitution. These short episodes include some background into the lives and culture of our nation's founders.
Episodes
9 episodes
Federalist Paper #15
In Federalist Paper #15 Hamilton discusses 'imperium in imperio', that an empire within an empire is/will be disastrous for our new nation.
Federalist Paper #14 and Rufus King
#14 The document is up for ratification. States should communicate its effectiveness and consider the happiness of citizens. It's up to each state to decide.Summary of Federalist paper 14 and some background on founding fathe...
Federalist Paper #13 Don't let the South become Flanders!
This episode highlights the European history related to Flanders that Hamilton uses as an analogy to what could occur here if the Constitution isn't adopted
Fitzsimmons, Catholic Philanthropist, Statesman, Banker and Signer
Background on Irish Catholic immigrant in the 1700s who became one of seven immigrant signers of the Constitution. His descendant is my friend!
Alexander Hamilton Information
Some facts about the early life of Hamilton, support in his youth, and how he came to the mainland from the islands for his education and the founding of our nation.
Federalist Paper #1 Rationale for the Republic
Mary gives a wider introduction for the podcast, then Alexander Hamilton's reasons why the country will make each state better as a union. Hamilton's intentions were firm, and he aims to convince his colleagues. He knows the prior c...
Fort Laurens
A look into the Fort that bears the name of the President of Continental Congress, Henry Laurens. He advocated for the end of slavery. His son John was an aide to Gen. Washington and was held as a POW by the Briti...
John Jay; Federalist Papers 2, 3, & 4
John Jay states his thoughts on one Federal Government in order to protect and defend the US as listed in the Constitution. He gives reasons that promote diplomacy for peace, and the rationale of having one central defense rather than one...