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Effects of the Great Awakening
In this episode, we explore the effects of the Great Awakening on colonial America. We discuss the profound impact the religious revivals that swept the colonies had o...
The Great Awakening
In this episode, we explore the Great Awakening, a period of intense religious revival that swept through the American colonies in the years leading up to the Declarat...
Johnathan Edwards
In this episode, we explore the life and works of Jonathan Edwards, one of America's first great thinkers. We examine his contributions to theology and how they helped...
Growing Wealth of Colonial America in the 18th Century
In this episode, we explore how the middle class emerged in colonial America. We discuss the factors that contributed to their growth, and the impact they had on socie...
Rise of the Assemblies in Colonial America
In this episode we explore the organizing structure of government in colonial America. We delve into the inability of the colonial governors to impose their will on th...
American Colony's First Newspapers
In this episode, we explore the first newspapers in the American colonies. We'll look at the first lawsuit for libel, and discuss the beginnings of the free press in A...
The American Colonies and the Decline of Mercantilism
In this episode we discuss how the rise of the American economy lead to the decline of MercantilismSpecial Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson...
Georgia Colony
In this episode, we look at Oglethorpe and the beginnings of the Georgia colony in America. We'll explore how the colony was founded, and the challenges it faced in it...
Split Between North and South Carolina
In this episode, we explore the reasons for the split of Carolina into North and South Carolina. We'll look at the history of the two portions of the colony, and discu...
Cotton Mather
In this episode, we look into the life of Cotton Mather and his contribution to early New England. Mather was a Puritan minister who was a major figure in the early hi...
Salem Witch Trials
In this episode, we look into the details of the Salem Witch Trials and the the causes that led to the fanatical search for the devil in New England.Special Thanks to ...
King Phillips War Part 2
In this episode, we discuss the end of the King Phillips War and the devastation wrought by it.Special Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson for...
King Phillip's War Part 1
In this episode we take a look at the growing tensions between the colonies and Native Americans. How these tensions boiled over into the start of King Phillip's War.S...
Bacon's Rebellion Part 2
In this episode we finish our discussion of Bacon's rebellion and the fallout from the event.Special Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson for p...
Bacon's Rebellion Part 1
In this episode we discuss the causes and start of Bacon's rebellion in Colonial Virginia.Special Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson for prov...
Pequot War
In this episode we explore the tensions between colonies and Native Americans leading up to the Pequot war , how the war played out between the two sides, and the fall...
Trade and Commerce in the Early Colonies
In this episode we discuss what goods were traded in early colonial America and how this trade was limited by English parliament. We also discuss how a lack of Englis...
Farming in the Early Colonies of America
In colonial America, farming was essential to the survival of the colonies. Colonists learned farming techniques from the Native Americans, and these techniques along ...
Available Resources in Early Colonial America
In this episode, we explore the resources available to the early colonists in America. We look at the environment, crops, animals, nuts, and trees that provided food a...
South Carolina Colony
In this episode we discuss the founding of the South Carolina colony. The heavy influence of colonialists from Barbados in turning South Carolina into a predominately ...
Life in the Early Maryland Colony
In this episode, we discuss the difficulty of life in the Maryland Colony. We look at the challenges of growing tobacco, the short life expectancy, and the problems ca...
Founding of the Maryland Colony
In this episode, we discuss Lord Baltimore and the founding of the Maryland colony in America. We'll look at the events leading up to the founding, the charter, and th...
Anne Hutchinson Part 2
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of Anne Hutchinson. We tell the story of her trial, her flight from Boston, and her untimely demise.Special Thanks to "A His...
Anne Hutchinson Part 1
In this episode, we introduce Anne Hutchinson, a woman who found herself in hot water in Boston. We discuss her life and the events that led to her being tried for her...
Roger Williams Part 2
In this episode, we finish our discussion of Roger Williams, who was a significant figure in early colonial America. We discuss his contributions to the colony of Rhod...
Roger Williams Part 1
In this episode, we introduce Roger Williams, who was a significant figure in early colonial America. We discuss his contributions to the colony of Rhode Island and Pr...
John Winthrop Part 3
We take a look at John Winthrop's political philosophy and how it shaped early American history.Special Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson fo...
John Winthrop Part 2
We look at John Winthrop's time as governor.Special Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson for providing most of the content for this video. Plea...
John Winthrop Part 1
We continue our discussion of the conflicts between liberty and religion with John Winthrop being exhibit A in the problem.Special Thanks to "A History of the American...
Religion and Liberty in Early Colonial America
In this episode we explore the mindset of early colonialists with regards to the topics of religion and libertyThis episode is dedicated to my father who passed away t...