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**The Hill’s History-Cast**

Exploring the history and culture of American politics

Latest Episodes:

Introducing Hillcast Nov 27, 2017

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Introducing The Hill's new flagship podcast, Hillcast! Subscribe today for the latest news from Washington.

Ep. 12: The August Recess Jul 27, 2017

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Wouldn’t it be nice to take a month off work? Congress is required to do so by law. The House and Senate are about to bolt D.C. for their annual August recess, but don’t expect a lot of members to head to the beach.

Ep. 11: Our Favorite Vices Jul 13, 2017

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The vice presidency was a constitutional afterthought. Now it's a hugely powerful office, for the right incumbent. We take a look at the office Mike Pence has inherited, and what he plans to do with it.

Ep. 10: Women Come to Washington Jun 29, 2017

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A century ago, Jeannette Rankin made history by becoming the first woman to serve in Congress. She was an instant star, though she was more likely to show up in the society pages than in the news section.

Ep. 08: Chivalry in the Capitol Jun 08, 2017

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Duels, bullwhips, Southern honor and the legacy of Pocahontas all collide in this week’s episode, in which we look back at the murder of a congressman inside the Capitol building.

Ep. 07: Putting the 'Special' in Special Elections May 25, 2017

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Why every political reporter in America is obsessed with Butte, Montana, and Atlanta, Georgia — and what these special elections tell us about next year’s midterms.

Ep. 06: Those Damn Lobbyists May 11, 2017

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The professional influence industry is older than the U.S., and lobbyists spend more on Congress than Congress spends on itself. So, where does all that money go?

Ep. 05: The First 100 Days Apr 25, 2017

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President Trump’s administration turns 100 days old on Saturday. He can blame Franklin Roosevelt for the arbitrary date by which all presidents are measured.

Ep. 04: Nerd Prom Apr 20, 2017

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A deep dive into the history of the White House Correspondents Association dinner: Calvin Coolidge bores the press corps, a pickpocket steals FDR’s wallet, and balloon animals!

Ep. 03: The Filibuster Apr 05, 2017

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As the Senate moves toward a nuclear showdown, we dive deep into the history of the filibuster, from the mistake that led to its invention to the civil rights battles of the 20th Century and Huey Long's recipe for "pot-likkers."

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