The American Constitution 101
David Hudson
A captivating 24-lecture audio series on the U.S. Constitution by award-winning law professor David L. Hudson Jr.
Written more than two hundred years ago, the Constitution remains the backbone of American government and an example of freedom and democracy the world over. Once called the “Miracle at Philadelphia,” it remains America’s vital governing force today.
Join Prof. Hudson to learn how and why this foundational document came to be and how it has been interpreted and applied to all facets of American life. As Janis Adams Kyser, Director of the Tennessee Center for Civic Learning and Engagement, writes, “His true gift is educating students, educators, professors, and citizens on the US Constitution, Bill of Rights, and American liberties.... I could write for hours about the qualities of David Hudson.”
Your audio course will begin in the summer of 1787, as the Founding Fathers met to revise the Articles of Confederation, then explore the ratification process and James Madison’s championing of the Bill of Rights. After considering pivotal moments in constitutional history, including later amendments and influential periods of the Supreme Court, you’ll explore contemporary ramifications of the First Amendment as well as the articles of impeachment.
Through captivating lectures, you’ll not only learn how the Constitution was formed, but travel through history to see how it has shaped U.S. politics ever since. You’ll see powerful examples of how the Constitution ensured that the United States would be governed by the rule of law.
After listening to this series, you’ll have a greater appreciation for the sweaty work that forged the Constitution, as well as the document’s role throughout U.S. history. Don’t miss this chance to engage more fully with the work that changed the United States forever.
This course is part of the Learn25 collection.
Duration - 9h 46m.
Author - David Hudson.
Narrator - David Hudson.
Published Date - Monday, 16 January 2023.
Location:
United States
Description:
A captivating 24-lecture audio series on the U.S. Constitution by award-winning law professor David L. Hudson Jr. Written more than two hundred years ago, the Constitution remains the backbone of American government and an example of freedom and democracy the world over. Once called the “Miracle at Philadelphia,” it remains America’s vital governing force today. Join Prof. Hudson to learn how and why this foundational document came to be and how it has been interpreted and applied to all facets of American life. As Janis Adams Kyser, Director of the Tennessee Center for Civic Learning and Engagement, writes, “His true gift is educating students, educators, professors, and citizens on the US Constitution, Bill of Rights, and American liberties.... I could write for hours about the qualities of David Hudson.” Your audio course will begin in the summer of 1787, as the Founding Fathers met to revise the Articles of Confederation, then explore the ratification process and James Madison’s championing of the Bill of Rights. After considering pivotal moments in constitutional history, including later amendments and influential periods of the Supreme Court, you’ll explore contemporary ramifications of the First Amendment as well as the articles of impeachment. Through captivating lectures, you’ll not only learn how the Constitution was formed, but travel through history to see how it has shaped U.S. politics ever since. You’ll see powerful examples of how the Constitution ensured that the United States would be governed by the rule of law. After listening to this series, you’ll have a greater appreciation for the sweaty work that forged the Constitution, as well as the document’s role throughout U.S. history. Don’t miss this chance to engage more fully with the work that changed the United States forever. This course is part of the Learn25 collection. Duration - 9h 46m. Author - David Hudson. Narrator - David Hudson. Published Date - Monday, 16 January 2023.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:53
Lecture 1: The Story of Constitutional Convention - Part 1
Duration:00:45:33
Lecture 3: Issues and Plans of Government at the Constitutional Convention
Duration:00:24:36
Lecture 4: The Finalization and Ratification of the United States Constitution
Duration:00:24:25
Lecture 5: James Madison and the U.S. Bill of Rights
Duration:00:23:55
Lecture 6: An Overview of the Structure of the Constitution
Duration:00:24:24
Lecture 7: The Reconstruction Amendments
Duration:00:25:24
Lecture 8: The Right to Vote
Duration:00:24:10
Lecture 9: Standards of Review
Duration:00:24:41
Lecture 10: Article One and How Congress Conducts its Work
Duration:00:24:24
Lecture 11: Article Two and the Power of the Presidency
Duration:00:24:43
Lecture 12: Article Three and the United States Supreme Court
Duration:00:24:55
Lecture 13: The Martial Court
Duration:00:24:39
Lecture 14: The Establishment Clause
Duration:00:24:55
Lecture 15: The Free Exercise Clause
Duration:00:24:29
Lecture 16: The Free Speech
Duration:00:24:53
Lecture 17: The Development of Constitutional Law
Duration:00:24:16
Lecture 18: The Warren Court - Part 2
Duration:00:23:30
Lecture 19: The Justiciability Doctrines
Duration:00:25:02
Lecture 20: Capital Punishment
Duration:00:24:59
Lecture 21: The First Amendment and the Protection of Hurtful Speech
Duration:00:23:58
Lecture 22: Great Descents
Duration:00:25:28
Lecture 23: The Story of the Clinton Impeachment
Duration:00:24:00
Lecture 24: Interpreting the Constitution
Duration:00:23:42
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:10