Before It Became History | Button Gwinnett: The Founder Who Bet Everything on Independence

Before It Became History | Martha Washington: America's First First Lady

Long before the title "First Lady" existed, Martha Washington helped define what public service could look like. Discover how her leadership, resilience, and dedication supported the nation's first president and the young republic. Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy. This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now. You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/ [https://oconnorinstitute.org/] Follow us on: * Twitter [https://twitter.com/sdoinstitute] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OConnorInstitute] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/oconnorinstitute/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhHxdblMN-0K7NXY7IBjYQ]

Before It Became History | Rachel Revere: The Patriot Behind Paul Revere's Ride

While Paul Revere made history with his famous midnight ride, Rachel Revere quietly supported the Patriot cause from home. Discover the story of the woman whose courage, resilience, and sacrifice helped sustain the American Revolution. Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy. This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now. You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/ [https://oconnorinstitute.org/] Follow us on: * Twitter [https://twitter.com/sdoinstitute] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OConnorInstitute] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/oconnorinstitute/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhHxdblMN-0K7NXY7IBjYQ]

Before It Became History | Thomas McKean: The Founder Who Never Stopped Serving

Thomas McKean held multiple public offices while helping lead America through its founding years. Discover how one determined statesman balanced extraordinary responsibilities to help build a new nation. Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy. This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now. You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/ [https://oconnorinstitute.org/] Follow us on: * Twitter [https://twitter.com/sdoinstitute] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OConnorInstitute] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/oconnorinstitute/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhHxdblMN-0K7NXY7IBjYQ]

Before It Became History | John Hancock: More Than a Famous Signature

His bold signature on the Declaration of Independence became an American icon, but John Hancock's contributions went far beyond pen and ink. Discover the life of the merchant, patriot, and leader who helped shape the Revolution. Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy. This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now. You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/ [https://oconnorinstitute.org/] Follow us on: * Twitter [https://twitter.com/sdoinstitute] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OConnorInstitute] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/oconnorinstitute/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhHxdblMN-0K7NXY7IBjYQ]

Before It Became History | Esther De Berdt: Rallying Women for the Revolution

Esther De Berdt Reed inspired women across the colonies to support the Patriot cause through organized fundraising and civic action. Discover how her leadership proved that service on the home front could change history. Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped define our democracy. This is history before it hardened into memory — and a conversation about what it means for us now. You can find us at: https://oconnorinstitute.org/ [https://oconnorinstitute.org/] Follow us on: * Twitter [https://twitter.com/sdoinstitute] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OConnorInstitute] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/oconnorinstitute/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClhHxdblMN-0K7NXY7IBjYQ]