Beyond Tradition: The Origins and Controversy of the Electoral College

Monstrous Myths: The Legend of the Loch Ness Monster

Dive down deep into the depths of Loch Ness in Scotland, as we explore on of the most infamous sea monsters in existence. So, jump in with this special Halloween edition of In the Archives! #History #podcast #Lochness #monster #halloween #spooky

From the Ashes of Defeat comes a Song of Victory!

In the finale of our Made in America series, we return to the War of 1812 and the night Francis Scott Key watched Fort McHenry under fire. From rockets’ red glare to the dawn’s first light, discover how a poem scribbled on the back of a letter became our national anthem—The Star-Spangled Banner.

Beyond Tradition: The Origins and Controversy of the Electoral College

In this episode of In the Archives, we dive into Article II, Section 1, Clauses 1–4 of the U.S. Constitution—the foundation of the Electoral College. From its creation during the Constitutional Convention to the elections of 1796 and 1800, we explore how and why this system was designed, how it functions today, and why it continues to spark fierce debate. Is it outdated, or is it one of the enduring principles that keeps America’s republic in balance?

America's First Constitution

What came first—the chicken or the egg? In Revolutionary America, the nation was the egg—waiting to hatch into a glorious bald eagle. After the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Founding Fathers entered an experimental era of governing and building a lasting union. One document that emerged during this time was the Articles of Confederation—America’s first constitution—the egg before the eagle took flight. In this episode of In the Archives, we continue our Made in America series with the documents that shaped our identity. Join us as we explore the rise, fall, and legacy of the Articles of Confederation. Contains music from 1776: "The Egg"

The Sinking of the Lusitania through the Headlines

On May 7, 1915, at 2:10 PM off the coast of Ireland, tragedy struck as the passenger liner Lusitania became caught in the crossfire of Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare. Over 1,100 people died—including 128 Americans. Newspapers quickly sprang into action, and soon headlines about the tragedy echoed across the globe. But for many Americans, an overwhelming sense of dread and anxiety set in, as the possibility of war loomed large. Join me as I uncover one of the most monumental moments in early 20th-century American history—through the headlines that told the story. This is Made in America: The Sinking of the Lusitania. Follow us on X and Instagram: @_inthearchives