In this new podcast from the George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon, we'll explore George Washington as both President and precedent. From the very origins of the US presidency at Constitutional Convention to Washington’s final warnings in his Farewell Address, we will break down how one man shaped the Presidency—and the many times that it could have all fallen apart.
New to Inventing the Presidency?
Here are some great episodes to start with. Or, check out episodes by topic.
Recent Episodes
The Whiskey Rebellion
Chief of Thirteen Fires
The First Year
The Making of a President
Coming Soon: Inventing the Presidency
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The Whiskey Rebellion
Check out Mount Vernon’s free online resources about the Whiskey Rebellion and Washington’s Pennsylvania Presidency. For a full bibliography of the episode, including primary sources and scholarship, check out our Episode 4 show notes. &…
Washington's Native American Policy
Check out Mount Vernon’s free online resources about Washington’s Native American policy and the formation of the Cabinet. For a full bibliography of the episode, including primary sources and scholarship, check out our Episode 3 show no…
Washington's First Year as President
Looking to learn more about the Inauguration, State of the Union Address, or Washington’s First Year as President? Below, you can find a list of free online resources ideal for students, teachers, and history buffs of all ages. For a full bibl…
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