Episode 271: The Louisiana Purchase and Making America w/ Alexander Mikaberidze

Philip welcomes Alexander Mikaberidze, historian and author of The Louisiana Purchase: The Grand Bargain and the Making of America to the show. In their conversation, they discuss the political and economic backdrop behind the Louisiana Purchase and how this played a pivotal role in making American empire.

The Drop – The segment of the show where Philip and his guest share tasty morsels of intellectual goodness and creative musings.

Philip’s Drop:
The Wire – (HBO Max)

Lanterns – (HBO Max)

Alexander’s Drop:
Abbott Elementary -- (Hulu)

This Vast Enterprise: A New Story of Lewis & Clark – Craig Fehrman

Special Guest: Alexander Mikaberidze.