Welcome to the History of Tammany Hall podcast! In this show we‘ll be taking a look at the legendary and infamous political machine that dominated New York City‘s political scene for the better part of two centuries.
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Tammany has to reinvent itself in the post-Burr landscape. Corruption, raucous meetings, and bread inspectors abound!Av The History of Tammany Hall
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We finally close the book on Aaron Burr with a quick episode on his western adventure, treason trial, and melancholy later life.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Episode11: The Interview at Weehawken
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Alexander Hamilton makes some disparaging remarks about Aaron Burr's ill-fated run for governor in 1804. It ends in tragedy.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Episode 10: The Elections of 1800 and 1801
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This is a BIG one. Burr makes use of his powerful Tammany organization to help swing New York in the all-important election of 1800. All hell breaks loose.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Aaron Burr and his Little Band take control of the Tammany Society. Plus, a clever maneuver puts Burr at the helm of a powerful new financial institution.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Episode 8: A Certain Little Senator
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Burr emerges as one of the most eloquent and influential Democratic-Republicans in the Senate, yet endures some major defeats.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Episode 7:Certain Self-Created Societies
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Revolution breaks out in Europe and the new French ambassador stirs up trouble in the U.S. The Democratic-Republican Societies antagonize President Washington.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Episode 6: The Botanical Expedition
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Aaron Burr rises to political prominence as the first stirrings of a national party system develop.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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The early life and career of the man who, in time, transformed the Tammany Society into the most powerful political machine in New York.Av The History of Tammany Hall
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Episode 4: The Federal Ship Hamilton
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The second part of our two-part background series on New York in the 1780s. This time, we're taking a look at New York's political scene!Av The History of Tammany Hall
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This episode provides a bit of context. What did New York City look like in the 1780s as the Tammany Society was first formed?Av The History of Tammany Hall
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The Society of St. Tammany was formed on May 12, 1789. In this episode, we consider why the group was created and take a look at some its early activities. Plus, who was this St. Tammany, exactly?Av tammanyhallpodcast
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We introduce our subject and consider some different views on Tammany Hall's legacy.Av tammanyhallpodcast
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