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The President and his Ranch Aug 06, 2019

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In 1974, Governor Reagan began to prepare for life beyond politics. Searching for a suitable escape above the California Oaks. He walked through the mountain trails, through thick clusters of oaks, around sandstone rocks, and embraced 680 acres of…heaven. The majestic property was renamed, Rancho del Cielo or Ranch in the Sky.Let's Listen.

The Perks of Being a President Jul 30, 2019

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We are fortunate to have in our archives at the Reagan Library, President Reagan’s thoughts on the joys of the presidency. So for a warm summer day, we thought we’d depart from the strict format of listening to speeches and hear from the heart of a President. Let’s listen.

The Press Conference Jul 23, 2019

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President Reagan held 46 press conferences and received criticism for not holding more. Yet, during that same time, he conducted 257 interviews, 168 informal exchanges, and engaged in 216 question and answer sessions following remark. So in this podcast, we’ll start by going backward, 35 years ago in July, when the President held his 26th press conference on Legislative Priorities. Let's Listen.

50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing Jul 16, 2019

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In June 1983, the Space Shuttle’s seventh launch included the first space flight of an American woman -- Dr. Sally Ride – but before the astronauts launched, the President invited them to lunch and made a few remarks.Let’s listen.

Ronald Reagan and Taxes Jul 09, 2019

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Forty years ago, Ronald Reagan was preparing to run for President of the United States. He spent 1975-1979 delivering a daily national radio address, over 1000. They cover every topic imaginable, in hopes of helping the American people understand his earnest positions on everything from taxes to terrorism. Let's listen.

In Honor of Nancy Reagan Jul 02, 2019

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The Reagan’s love story is known the world over and transcends these Library walls. And so, with warm hearts, we recall the loving relationship between Ronald and Nancy Reagan and honor their devotion to each other this month.Let's Listen.

Agenda for Peace Jun 25, 2019

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On June 17, 1982, President Reagan addressed the United Nations General Assembly for a special session devoted to disarmament. His remarks became known as his “Agenda for Peace” speech. Let’s listen.

Atlantic Council G7 Summit Jun 18, 2019

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The 14th G7 Summit was held in Toronto, Canada from June 19 to June 21, 1988. One week prior to attending the G7 Summit, President Reagan gave an Address at the Annual Meeting of the Atlantic Council, where we spoke about the upcoming Summit. Let’s listen.

Notre Dame Commencement Address Jun 11, 2019

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Since college seniors are graduating across our nation this month, let’s take you back to May 17, 1981, when President Reagan delivered the commencement address at the University of Notre Dame. Let’s listen.

Normandy Jun 04, 2019

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June 6, 2019 marks the start of the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Landings and the Battle of Normandy and, with it, a momentous occasion to celebrate peace, liberty and reconciliation. On the 40th anniversary of D-Day, President Reagan flew to France to deliver remarks at the site of the U.S. Ranger Monument at Pointe du Hoc.Let’s listen.

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