Ladies, First Podcast
1) Ep. 11 The Controversies of Julia Gardiner Tyler
The media loved airing Julia Gardiner Tyler’s dirty laundry and after leaving the White House she fought to reclaim her title of first lady. Dr. Christopher Leahy and his wife and fellow historian, Sh...Show More
2) Ep. 10 Clementine Churchill: The Woman Behind the “British Bulldog”
Sir Winston Churchill remains one of the most well-known world leaders, but few realize the impact his wife had on his political career. Clementine Churchill both tamed and empowered the “British Bull...Show More
3) Ep. 9 Service Above Self– The Leadership of Barbara Bush
Barbara Bush’s dedication to faith, family, and friends captured the hearts of Americans. We sat down for a conversation with her daughter, Doro Bush Koch, to celebrate a first lady and family matriar...Show More
4) Ep. 8 The Celebrity Status of a First Lady
When Frances Clara Folsom married President Stephen Grover Cleveland on June 2nd, 1886, the media descended upon Washington. Frances garnered attention and scrutiny that no first family had seen befor...Show More
5) Ep. 7 Dolley Madison, The Political Genius
Bridging political divides, Dolley Madison and her fellow political spouses taught our politicians a thing or two about civility, manners, and the art of conversation. We chatted with Massachusetts Hi...Show More
6) Ep. 6 The Power of Collaboration
The community of first ladies may be small, but it is powerful. The women who make up this group understand its uniqueness and collaborate to amplify critical issues. We revisited conversations with M...Show More
7) Ep. 5 From Galas to Garden Parties: The White House Social Scene
Easter Egg Rolls, picnics, and dinners at the White House may not sound like urgent matters, but they are opportunities to reach across the aisle and build relationships thanks to the influence of fir...Show More
8) Ep. 4 Laura Bush and the Policy of Compassion
On Sept. 11, 2001 the United States was forever changed. It marked the beginning of a new chapter for the presidency and American history. The public eye turned to Afghanistan and Laura Bush used her ...Show More
9) Ep. 3 Jackie Kennedy and the Art of Soft Power
While Jacqueline Kennedy is credited with changing the fashion industry, she also modernized the Office of First Lady. If we look beyond the fashion headlines and extravagant events, we find that Jack...Show More
10) Ep. 2 Hollywood and Florence Harding's Legacy
When most people think of first ladies who were activists, they look to women like Eleanor Roosevelt, Laura Bush, and Michelle Obama. But, women like Florence Harding, Nellie Taft, and Ellen Wilson wa...Show More