America: A History

Liam Heffernan

The number one American history podcast for anyone with an interest in the people and events that shaped the USA. Every week Liam Heffernan is joined by the world's foremost experts, from Pulitzer Prize winners like Heather Ann Thompson to legendary broadcaster Jon Sopel, to answer a different question about America. Read more

Society & Culture History Documentary American history

Episodes

IN THE MAKING: Charlie Kirk, Donald Trump's UK Visit, Robert Redford, and the TikTok Deal

Today (09/18/2025) 40:32What is the Mayflower?

09/16/2025 41:10 BONUS: Should the US Treasury Be Independent from the President?

09/13/2025 14:33What is the History of California?

09/09/2025 58:16BONUS: Houdini, London and the Unpickable Lock

09/06/2025 09:03 Show all episodes

Our take on America: A History podcast

Liam Heffernan's America: A History is a quick dive into the past featuring knowledgeable professors and scholars who explore the fabric of American culture and politics. From the legality of presidential powers to the roots of Thanksgiving, the show demystifies traditions like Halloween, figures like Jimmy Carter, cultural beliefs like the American Dream and much more. It's a concise, weekly half-hour listen for anyone curious about the forces shaping the United States. America: A History Podcast is a history podcast by Liam Heffernan.