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Fifty-five men met in Philadelphia in 1787 to write a document that would create a country and change a world: the Constitution. Here is a remarkable rendering of that fateful time, told with humanity and humor. Decision in Philadelphia is the best popular history of the Constitutional Convention; in it, the life and times of 18th-century America not only come alive, but the very human qualities of the men who framed the document are brought provocatively into focus - casting many of the Founding Fathers in a new light.

In Presidents in Crisis, a former director of the Situation Room takes the listener inside the White House during 17 grave international emergencies handled by the presidents from Truman to Obama: from North Korea's invasion of South Korea to the revolutions of the Arab Spring, and from the 13 days of the Cuban Missile Crisis to the taking of American diplomats hostage in Iran and George W. Bush's response to the attacks of September 11, 2001.

A comprehensive history of the people and cases that have changed history, this is the definitive account of the nation's highest court.

Inside the Situation Room offers an insider look at how decisions are actually made, what theoretical insights might be useful to current and future generations of leaders, and where research still needs to be done. This audiobook will serve as the first step toward a new standard engagement: more active, iterative collaboration among two communities—scholars and practitioners—who have a great deal to contribute and learn from one another.

Fateful Decisions: Inside the National Security Council provides students with valuable insights into the origins, workings, strengths, and weaknesses of the National Security Council.

The trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in her own words. Her most essential writings on gender equality and women's rights, reproductive health care, and voting and civil rights, now available in a short, accessible volume as part of the new Penguin Liberty series.

When Abraham Lincoln's election in 1860 prompted several Southern states to secede, the North was sharply divided over how to respond. In this groundbreaking audiobook, the first major study in over 50 years of how the North handled the secession crisis, McClintock follows the decision-making process from bitter partisan rancor to consensus. McClintock highlights individuals both powerful and obscure to demonstrate the ways citizens, activists, officials, and leaders interacted to influence the Northern response to what was essentially a political crisis.

Welcome to Mike Vorkunov's show. Mike is a reporter who covers the NBA and the business of sports. This show will be a place to discuss the intersection of money and sports, and all the funny business in between. From the NBA, NFL, MLB, WNBA, NHL, and every other sport you can think of.

16 Supreme Court cases have played an outsized role in answering these vital questions. You may know many by name - like Brown v. Board of Education, Roe v. Wade, and Marbury v. Madison. But who were the people involved, and what issues were at stake? How have your life and your country changed because of these decisions? Join award-winning professor David L. Hudson on a riveting journey through these 16 monumental decisions. You will come away with a better understanding of American history, the legal system, and your individual freedoms.

The Split Decision is the boxing podcast by the fans, for the fans. A fan-driven podcast with honest takes and lively debates. No insiders, just real fans talking fights!Be sure to follow us on socials & get involved in the debate:@Thesplit_decision on Instagram@split_decision3 on X

Co-hosts Kegan Miller and Micah Farmer break down every aspect of the vast world of sports, from NASCAR and F1 to baseball and football. Tune in every week to catch up on the latest news and takes from all the sports you love!

Decision Points is a Washington Institute podcast hosted by David Makovsky on key moments in Israel’s history and present. The first season focused on the history of U.S.-Israel relations, the second season examined key Israeli and Arab leaders, the third season explored Israel's contemporary policy dilemmas, and the fourth season highlighted books essential to understanding Zionism, Israel, and U.S.-Israel relations.Season 5 dives into the Gaza war and explores the long-term implications for Israel, U.S.-Israel relations, and the Middle East region. In each episode, distinguished scholars, ...

On my podcast, I am uploading relevant, breaking news updates at the top of every hour, along with successful radio talk show-hosting talent, sportscasters, and more.

NFL salary cap guru Anand Nanduri hosts the Underworld's signature front-office insider show. Should San Francisco move on from Trey Lance? How bad was that Kenny Golladay contract? Anand sits down with The Podfather to break down the short-term and long-term salary cap and roster construction ramifications of NFL Draft picks, trades, and free agent signings for win-now and rebuilding franchises.

What if you had your own professional intelligence team to vet the enormous amounts of mis/dis-information floating around on the internet? Pete and his team of experts are passionate about many things, but at the top of the list is the protection of life and the ability to prosper. He has served his country in a variety of agencies and positions over the past 20 years, and continues to protect people through his company Morton Executive Decisions.​ He has also traveled the world and knows how difficult it is, for those in restrictive countries that do not allow for freedom of speech and ...

An Abundance of Caution is a devastating account of the decision-making process behind one of the worst American policy failures in a century—the extended closures of public schools during the pandemic. David Zweig shows how some of the most trusted members of society repeatedly made fundamental errors in their assessment and presentation of evidence.

Decisión CalidadeLunes de 18:00 a 19:00Un acercamiento a la sociedad gallega sin artificios. Lo que sucede en la calle y que no escucharás en ningún otro lugar.Conducido por Ricardo Morado

“Read this if you want to understand how to shape our technological future and reinvigorate democracy along the way.”—Reed Hastings, cofounder and CEO of Netflix ""A triumph: an analysis of the critical challenges facing our digital society that is as accessible as it is sophisticated.""...

The Decision Makers Podcast dives into the policies and issues most important to the women and men who make the state of New Hampshire tick. Every episode, host Patrick Hynes, President of Novus Public Affairs and columnist for the New Hampshire Union Leader, asks Granite State leaders about the key issues confronting the people of New Hampshire.

You make your decisions, and your decisions will make you. Pivotal Decisions gives you the information needed to help guide you in life's most important decisions. We will journey into the world of faith and the Bible, politics, sports, and a variety of topics. You will be meeting a number of guests, and we will be tackling the issues everyone is talking about. Remember, your decisions today determine your tomorrow.