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Richard Aldous
American Purpose's Bookstack
Weekly conversations with authors of new and recent books. Host Richard Aldous is a historian and professor at Bard College, New York, and the author of several books, including Schlesinger: The Imperial Historian; Reagan and Thatcher: The Difficult Relationship; The Lion and the Unicorn: Gladstone vs. Disraeli. For more about American Purpose, visit
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7 stars from 16 ratings
A Favourite Podcast on Mine
Excellent choice of books and a superb interviewer who adds to the conversation without getting in the way. Has pointed me toward fascinating books.
PJM604 via Apple Podcasts · Canada · 05/14/22
Excellent Show
Great hosts, great questions, great guests
Leonickx via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/11/22
Great Podcast
Great show that stays true to American Purpose’s mission of protecting liberal democracy and enlightening the public.
Classicrocklover238 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/18/21
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