Bob Crawford of The Avett Brothers explores the post-presidential legacy of America’s sixth president: John Quincy Adams. Though often only seen as... more
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John Quincy Adams finally defeats the Gag rule, but his feud with Andrew Jackson lasts until the bitter end. And... more
When the fates of the enslaved captives of the Amistad are put into the hands of the Supreme Court, John... more
John Quincy Adams unleashes on the House floor over two pivotal issues of the 1830s: The annexation of Texas, and... more
Warning: This episode contains a brief description of violence. Andrew Jackson ascends to the presidency after defeating John Quincy Adams... more
After a difficult term in office, President John Quincy Adams loses re-election to Andrew Jackson in 1828, one of the... more
A contentious 1824 presidential election and accusations of a “corrupt bargain” by rival Andrew Jackson raise the stakes for John... more
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