The Story of Rhode Island Podcast
1) S1E6 - Finding Unity
As internal opponents attempt to destroy Rhode Island from within, Roger Williams fights to keep the Colony of Rhode Island united. My Favorite Books on this Topic:Roger Williams and the Creation of t...Show More
2) S1E5 - Becoming a Colony
In an effort to protect their sovereignty, the radical towns around Narragansett Bay unite as one and become an official English colony. My Favorite Books on this Topic:God, War, and Providence: The E...Show More
3) S1E4 - Anne Hutchinson, Portsmouth & Newport
After Anne Hutchinson is banned from Massachusetts, her followers move to Aquidneck Island and create the towns of Portsmouth and Newport.My Favorite Books on this Topic:American Jezebel: The Uncommon...Show More
4) S1E3 - Providence
After being banned from Massachusetts, Roger Williams founds the town of Providence, the freest society in 17th century western civilization.My Favorite Books on this Topic:Roger Williams and the Crea...Show More
5) S1E2 - Roger Williams, the Radical Leader
Roger Williams continues advocating for religious freedom while also developing a devout following in Massachusetts so the leaders of Massachusetts decide that they must silence Williams once and for ...Show More
6) S1E1 - Roger Williams, the Lone Radical
Roger Williams arrives in the Massachusetts Bay Colony and begins advocating for religious freedom. My Favorite Books on This Topic:Roger Williams and the Creation of the American Soul: Church, State,...Show More
7) Season 1 Trailer
The history of Rhode Island is truly remarkable. This podcast is my humble attempt to tell you some of the stories about the people, places, and events that have made Rhode Island the state it is tod...Show More