Eli and Jackson uncover the complex truth of American history, from sophisticated Indigenous civilizations to the Founding Fathers' moral blind spots. A revealing journey through the stories we've been told versus the fuller, more uncomfortable reality.

American history from beginning to modern day


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Eli: Hey everyone, welcome to this special BeFreed podcast where we're diving deep into American history from its very beginning to today-Jackson and I are absolutely thrilled to explore this incredible journey with you!
Jackson: Absolutely, Eli! What we're really asking here is: how do we understand the full story of America? Not just the familiar narrative, but the complex, sometimes uncomfortable truth about how this nation came to be and evolved over centuries.
Eli: Right, and I think what's going to be fascinating is seeing how different perspectives-from the Founding Fathers' political maneuvering to Indigenous nations' sophisticated civilizations-all weave together into this larger tapestry.