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“As a former grad student in one of Heather’s classes, I can say with absolute certainty that she’s exactly like the person you hear on these podcasts and videos: sharp, tough, honest, and fun. I’m entirely a fan, and am thrilled that so many others get to read her books and listen to her reports...”Read full review »
BelleAm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/28/24
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“Thank you for all you do, Heather Cox Richardson. Yours is a voice I can trust.”
leahleah80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/24
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“One of my Faves. HCR produces an informative accurate view of history complete with references so you can really make it your own.”
aloha-vibes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/24
“I’ve been reading Heather since 2019 now, and I periodically miss the nightly notes because I forget to check, and/or fb doesn’t ever notify me.
These audio versions are so easy to stay up to date with. And I love listening to Heather break down the current goings ons.
Keep it up, Heather....”Read full review »
Sir Rationale via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
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“A gifted historian, who provides current political news (without drama) and ties it all together. It’s how we start off our morning.”
ThatStrongWoman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“This is a great podcast to listen to get a food for thought.”
klr_ru via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“I love your work, dedication, skill and talent. I really wish we had a Canadian version.”
grantlsimpson via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/28/24
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“Not since “Letter from America by Alistair Cooke” have we had the good fortune to have such renowned historian distill chaos into clarity each day. It is the daily tonic needed in these perilous times.”
Angus Kimble via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/24
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“A must listen to for anyone that keeps up on politics- and likes some history thrown in.”
Sats66 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/24
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“Professor HCR is a treasure.
Her keen awareness and commentary is invaluable, particularly in the era within which we are currently rolling through.
The preservation of her wit is an important historical records.”
RicBoss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“I’ve subscribed to Dr. Cox-Richardson’s daily letters for several years now and having this in audio format has been fantastic! I often listen on my commute to and from work. I love how she breaks down history and gives additional context and background to current events. I’m so grateful that...”Read full review »
LeighB113 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/24
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“Podcasts versions of the daily letters help me catch up when I have missed an email or want to hear HCR’s letter with her intonations and phrasing. So great to have as adjunct to the written version!”
LonestarJT via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/24
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“Thank you for providing your wonderful daily texts as podcasts. I adore them and very much appreciate your doing so!”
S Gloucester via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/24
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“Love having the audio on my daily walks. Thank you for walking with me and calming my worries and scared heart for our country.”
Oregon & Texas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/24
“Thanks so much for the podcast! I don’t always have time to read, but I do have more time to listen. I’m super-happy that you decided to make the audio. I hope it works out for you.”
Mr. Music Head via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/24
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“HCR’s Letters is fantastic! I’ve long subscribed to the daily emails, but hav the opportunity to listen as I drive is wonderful! Thank you!!”
PJDad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/24
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“One of the most valuable sources of knowledge and insight anywhere. And I love having it on audio. Thank you!”
marshamcg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/24
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“I am grateful for the audio version because I didn’t always have time to read her letters, but now I can listen to them anywhere, and it’s great to hear the author’s voice.”
Ana in Tucson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/24
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“As a long time reader of Letters from an American, I am grateful for this audio reading. Hearing Ms Richardson’s voice adds substance and value to her important messages.”
jonordin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Really like listening to the podcast. Much easier than trying to navigate Substack. Thank you for your calm and insightful commentary.”
Jaye1S via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/06/24
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“Ever since a friend in France suggested I listen to Heather Cox Richardson, I’ve been a daily devotee. This savvy historian manages to synthesize circumstances of the past with critical currents now—on an informed daily basis. I listen in wonder and respect. I learn from the intensity of her...”Read full review »
Molly Peacock via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/05/24
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“My eyesight is not the greatest even with correction. I have enjoyed your letters since they began. I am grateful for this medium.”
Cucinaanne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“I have been reading Heather Cox Richardson Letters from an American for many years. To have it on audio is an absolute gift.”
JoanneMaria via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
“Learning every day just became even easier…thank you Heather! Regardless how busy my schedule is I can listen to your daily letters while exercising, running errands, breaks during my workday wherever/whenever.”
@LifelongLearner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
“I’m interested in current events but especially grateful for these podcasts. I feel like I’m able to take the long view by learning about historical similarities. Helps during these frustrating times.”
pattyvo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“I started getting your daily newsletter in my email a couple years ago and am loving how much more I absorb your amazing content hearing it in your voice in this podcast— please keep these coming!— a grateful American ✨🇺🇸✨”
Madrone D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“First of all, this is not a criticism. I love your podcast and would like to make a suggestion about why listeners may have dropped off. The daily email arrives at the end of the day and the podcast, not until the following day, sometimes not until well into afternoon. If people don't want to...”Read full review »
RAKGB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/24
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“Stumbled across ‘Letters” years ago and incorporated them into my continued history education ever since. Thank You for the revelations.”
Cebollona via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/24
“I love being able to listen to this in an audio format. I joined as a paying subscriber because it is available in audio now. The content is excellent, and now the format is so convenient.”
do nicknames even matter? via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/24
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“Awesome vehicle for being able to get on with my day but still catch up on each day’s letter. So informative, clear and concise. Highly recommend”
Toeknee Adams via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/01/24
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“I listen to a number of podcasts and am very happy to add yours to my daily listening - it’s very convenient, as I prefer to listen rather than wade through more email. I hope it will continue to be available as your message and perspective is so valuable. Thank you!”
BakingNinja via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
“Thanks, Heather, for somehow finding the time to record these podcast readings of your daily letters. Since I live in Hawaii, I typically receive your letters late at night the same day being covered, and immediately read them (or listen via AI). I would rather listen to Heather read them, but I...”Read full review »
Dilbert808 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Love being able to listen to Heather’s essential daily newsletter. This should be required listening in this crazy and pivotal moment.”
Brit Obsessed with US News via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
“HCR, you’re the best! Your historic knowledge, and your constant inclination to provide us with facts about current events is wonderful and so very necessary.”
@oldoneball via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Thank you so much for making the audio. I can get things done and make sure I “read”/ listen to all of your great letters & give my eyes a break. I hope you continue it. 🙏🏼”
Madzen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
“Heather Cox Richardson is a national treasure. Her series, Letters From an American, is an invaluable daily framing of current events that puts them in historical context.
Rather than being yet another news summary, these letters discuss the stakes, meaning, and context of current events.
You...”Read full review »
daotoad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I love being able to get such a nuanced and deep historical perspective on current events, especially in the troubling times we’re in. However, I find myself falling behind on emails, and tend to rely on my morning podcasts to get my daily updates. Please keep the audio version of the newsletter...”Read full review »
ChakMe'ex via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Keep these audios coming! Thank you so much for keeping us all so well informed!”
kellytraver via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I have been a loyal father of these written letters for a long time, but I really, really love the audio version! I especially love the fact that the author reads it herself, and I appreciate her tone and inflection. Heather, please keep them coming in the audio version!!”
MJ Nairn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Various friends recommended these Letters a few years ago and we read them every day because Heather Cox Richardson researches the historical background to current issues thoroughly. Now having the audio version in her own voice makes the material even more easily accessible.”
a woman in berlin via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/01/24
“Always the most insightful, researched, readable politics podcast without all the partisan spin. While the author does share a viewpoint, it is derived from an absolutely mind numbing level of expertise in history. Highly recommend!”
Steak egg and cheese via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Understanding historical and societal context is vital to truly understanding the news today, as so many politicians & leaders fight to erase history and deny context. This podcast and Substack should be daily reading for all people in the U.S.A.”
ItsStantastic via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I’m so excited to find your letters in audio and in your voice! I so appreciate all that you share through your letters. I’ve learned so much. And I look forward to listening and learning on into the future.”
harshmomof3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
“Thank you Heather Cox Richardson for taking the time to record an audio version! Being old school I just drag "Letters from an American" episodes from Apple iTunes onto my trusty iPod Shuffle (along with my playlist of other favorite new podcasts) and I'm good to go! I'll go back...”Read full review »
blink-meister via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I’ve read HCR’s daily posts for years and now listen to them as well. These are superb.”
MaryK1111 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I have been following the “Letters” for years, but the audio version has been what I have been missing. For every scholarly thread of history on the page, there is also a corresponding highlighter color of importance, emphasis that only can come from the voice. Brava!
One suggestion: put a one...”Read full review »
IEM71 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Prefer the audio! So much easier to keep up.”
Dkajfjd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
“I really appreciate the audio option. I usually read on my little phone and since I'm some years over 25, I'd much rather use my ears and strain my eyeballs. I do love hearing Heather's voice and hearing her emphasis on the words she thinks are important.”Read full review »
SusanJeanS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Which is saying a lot, because I love them.”
ck350 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“If you need to keep abreast of what is happening in the USA, this is as good as it gets.
If you want to know what history can teach us about what is happening in the USA, this is as good as it gets.”
Bard On A Bike via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/01/24
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