The Jeffersonian Tradition

Fellow Citizens, in today's episode, we cover an overview and the first portion of John C. Calhoun's speech given to the House of Representatives in April of 1816. In this speech, Mr. Calhoun pitches support for a protective tariff for American manufactures while also extolling the virtues of a system of internal improvements to further cement the discordant members of the Union. Thanks again for...

Greeting Fellow Citizens, In today's episode, we take a high level look at the War of 1812 and uncover the roots of the American mercantilist system. We also discuss some of the longterm fallout from the war, including the first time American political leaders used a domestic war to accomplish nefarious goals.

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. By popular demand (and thankfully some time due to my work schedule), I am back! Today, I tell y'all what I've been up to and what to expect regarding future show episodes. As always, if you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on anything we discuss, please feel free to reach out to me at the show's email addre...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I discuss my thoughts on the current banking troubles. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com.    If you find value...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we have a conversation with Chris from The Libertarian Republican Podcast . If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com. If you...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I talk about my thoughts on why young folks seem hell bent on "smashing capitalism." If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I give you my personal reading list for 2023. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com. If you find value in the podcast, ple...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we discuss another essay from the late, great Richard Weaver. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com. If you find value in...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we wrap up our study of the Richard Weaver essay, "Two Types of American Individualism." If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I break down the first half of my all time favorite Richard Weaver essay, "Two Types of American Individualism." If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which i...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I talk with Montana State House Representative, Lee Deming. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com. If you find value in th...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I discuss the response of the Massachusetts House to the Embargo and Non-Intercourse Acts of the second Jefferson Administration. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I discuss a speech given in response to the Embargo and Enforcement Acts by the state senate of Massachusetts in February of 1809. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show emai...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I talk about Connecticut's resistance to aiding enforcement of the Embargo Act of 1807 and the Enforcement Act of 1809. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address,...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I discuss private companies making a bold move to curtail gun rights in the States. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersonian@outlook.com....

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I breakdown the highly incendiary rhetoric from Joe Mussolini's (Biden's) September 1 "Battle for the Soul of the Nation" speech and discuss why it seems to be an endorsement for separation. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the sho...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I discuss my recent trip to South Dakota and some of the lessons I've learned from Richard Weaver. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which is mrjeffersoni...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we wrap up this portion of the study of The War for Southern Independence in the long view by looking at what Timothy Pickering thought of Southerners and the common man in the wake of the Louisiana Purchase. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we continue our study of Northern opposition to the Louisiana Purchase since it would devastate the Northern economy. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, wh...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we begin examining speeches in opposition of the Louisiana from the Northern Federalist perspective. Today's speech came from Sen. Samuel White of Delaware on November 2, 1803. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private Me...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we resume our study of The War for Southern Independence in the long view, focusing on Northern sentiment regarding State sovereignty when it suited Northern interests. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I wrap up the study of the federal bill of rights and their relation to the states after ratification of the 14th amendment. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email addr...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I cover two primary source documents from early American nationalists showing that the BoR was never intended to apply to the States. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show e...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, we read a speech from Virginia's Nathaniel Beverly Tucker, addressed to the Young Men's Society of Lynchburg on August 26, 1838. In this speech, Tucker begs the young men of Virginia to recall their storied past, state pride and sovereignty, and the honor and duty of their heritage. If you want me to...

Howdy everyone, and thanks again for tuning in to The Jeffersonian Tradition. In today's episode, I provide evidence straight from the horse's mouth that the federal bill of rights does not apply to the states. If you want me to cover a topic or elaborate further on any given episode, then reach out to me through the show's private MeWe group, or by contacting me at the show email address, which i...