# Conversations: What can George Washington Still Teach America Today? w/ H.W. Brands

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Podcast: [History Shorts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/history-shorts-6691663)
Published: 2026-05-15T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this week's Conversation Series, Peter sits down with acclaimed historian H.W. Brands to explore his sweeping new biography, American Patriarch . The discussion dives into the life and legacy of one of America's most consequential—and controversial—founding figures, unpacking the contradictions between public ideals and private realities that helped shape a nation. Brands brings his signature storytelling and scholarly depth to the conversation, revealing the human side of a figure often cast in marble. Together, they examine the political vision, personal ambition, and enduring influence that continue to echo through American history today. DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING OR A REVIEW! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE : https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: www.thecollector.com

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