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From the author of the New York Times bestsellers First Women and The Residence, an intimate, news-making look at the men who are next in line to the most powerful office in the world—the vice presidents of the modern era—from Richard Nixon to Joe Biden to Mike Pence. Vice presidents occupy...

Award-winning historian Amrita Chakrabarti Myers has recovered the riveting, troubling, and complicated story of Julia Ann Chinn (ca. 1796–1833), the enslaved wife of Richard Mentor Johnson, owner of Blue Spring Farm, veteran of the War of 1812, and US vice president under Martin Van Buren. Johnson never freed Chinn, but during his frequent absences from his estate, he delegated to her the management of his property, including Choctaw Academy, a boarding school for Indigenous men and boys on the grounds of the estate.

George Washington and many other Americans saw that this new country needed central government to keep peace at home - and gain respect abroad. In Philadelphia, 55 men argued out a strong, yet flexible U.S. constitution - a set of laws by which people could govern themselves. It wasn't perfect, but it seemed to George - who presided over the continental Congress - "A little short of a miracle".

Madam Vice President is a biweekly VEEP rewatch podcast hosted and created by comedian Becky Hermenze. Each week, Becky and a guest recap an episode of VEEP and discuss everything from the genius of Julia Louis-Dreyfus to the parallels between our current political landscape and the fictional one in the show.

A history of the United States, as told through its vices, the holders of the second-highest office in the land. Bruce Carlson delves into the lives of the individuals who have achieved the second office of American government. Learn history, and hear some great stories.

What is the executive branch? It's the part of government that's led by our president. But who else is part of the executive branch? And just what does this branch do? Listen to this audiobook to find out.

"Ex-Vice President of Maldives Convicted of Trying to Kill President" is from the June 9, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Zaheena Rasheed and Geeta Anand and narrated by Caroline Miller.

Hear the actual recording of "The Price of Free World Victory" speech given by Vice President Henry Wallace at a dinner of the Free World Association in New York City on May 8th, 1942.

The first in a series of highly anticipated debates between presidential candidates Vice President Al Gore and Governor George W. Bush took place at the University of Massachusetts on October 3. The VP and the Governor wasted no opportunity to criticize each other on everything from policy to credibility to track records. If you missed the debate, or want to hear it again, audible.com has made this program available for FREE. Listen now before you vote!

"Brazil's Congress Must Consider Impeaching vice President" is from the April 5, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Vinod Sreeharsha and narrated by Caroline Miller.

Hosted by President Olanrewaju Jay Adewole & Vice President Gedeon BalekeThe Pan-African Half Hour Show is a flagship development-focused broadcast by the African Coalition for Development (ACD).Created to educate, inspire and influence development conversations across Africa, the show blends thought leadership, policy insights, entrepreneurship, and real African stories.Each month, President Jay Adewole and Vice President Gedeon Baleke deliver four powerful sessions covering leadership, governance, economics, culture, and transformation across the African continent.

"Political Rival Accuses Afghanistan Vice President of Torturing Him" is from the December 13, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Mujib Mashal and Fahim Abed and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"Vice President-Elect Pence to Take over Trump Transition Effort" is from the November 11, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Michael D. Shear, Michael S. Schmidt and Maggie Haberman and narrated by Barbara Benjamin-Creel.

"Brazil's Vice President, Unpopular and under Scrutiny, Prepares to Lead" is from the April 21, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Simon Romero and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"Mike Pence, Vice President-Elect, Is Bridge to Establishment" is from the November 09, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Jeremy W. Peters and Nicholas Fandos and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

A conversation with Anne Asensio, Vice President, Design, Dassault Systèmes on the future of design and its importance in today's world.

"Afghan Vice President Is Accused of Assaulting Rival and Taking Him Hostage" is from the November 27, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Mujib Mashal and Fahim Abed and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

A classic recording from the legendary Laff Records catalog. (Explicit language.)

Listen to the latest “The Werks Podcast from Roofwerks” podcast from Curtis Media Group and Roofwerks. The premiere roofer in the Triangle, Roofwerks and Executive Vice President Holly Bowers is joined by teammates to discuss the latest in the roofing industry. She’ll share advice on everything from how to choose the right contractor, information on the numerous products on the market, and what homeowners need to know before selecting a company to replace their roof. For each monthly episode, be sure to listen here and enjoy “The Werks Podcast from Roofwerks.”

Texas Titans is a story of George Herbert Walker Bush and James Addison Baker, III, two of America's most consequential statesmen of the past 50 years. Two men from opposite areas of the country who found friendship on the tennis courts at the Houston Country Club. Two men who helped transform a world during an era of immense challenges and change. Two men who became - and still are - Texas titans.