Bromances of History

In this episode: A Sacred Effort, I Have a Dream, The Price of Freedom, & He Would Have Been Here by Now. The end at last. "Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall." -Shakespeare Join 'The Bromantic' by signing up here: The Bromantic Newsletter. It's like a small dose of the podcast. But less talking. Raise a glass of 20 year old calvados called 'Chateau Du Breuil' and a bunch of other words I can't pronounce properly. But it was glorious. "I suppose it's time to go, though I would rather stay." -Abraham Lincoln, April 14th, 1865

In this episode: Justice Supreme, A King's Cure for all ills, Cursed are the Peacemakers, and - Unclouded Meridian Splendor. The election is over but the war is not yet won. Friendly reminder to sign up here for: The Bromantic Newsletter You probably won't regret it. Raise a glass to the Union with Breckenridge whiskey (port barrel finish) from Colorado. Cheers! "The loss of enemies does not make up for the loss of friends." - Abraham Lincoln Reminder from the episode to check out the Lincoln Forum. Every year it is a great time with good people who love history, America, and Lincoln. See y'all there! "The future is unknowable, but the past should give us hope." - Winston Churchill

In this episode: The Dangers of Peace, to Rally the Republic, an Open Field & a Fair Chance, and Clear Before My Own Conscience. The election of the century arrives. Reminder: I've started a weekly email on booze, books, friendship, and great quotes. Be a part of 'The Bromantic' by signing up here: The Bromantic Newsletter. You're welcome. Spread the Word: To be shared with your friend. You know the one. "Human-nature will not change. In any future great national trial, compared with the men of this, we shall have as weak, and as strong; as silly and as wise; as bad and good. Let us, therefore, study the incidents of this, as philosophy to learn wisdom from, and none of them as wrongs to be revenged." -A. Lincoln

In this episode: Hopeful Winter to Hellish Spring, Petty Politics, a 13th Plank, the Sacrednesses of Self Government, & a New Member of the Team. Welcome to 1864. Reminder: I've started a weekly email on booze, books, friendship, and great quotes. Be a part of 'The Bromantic' by signing up here: The Bromantic Newsletter. You're welcome. Spread the Word: Your support is crucial! Well, it's really nice to have at least. If you enjoy the show, share it with a friend (or even a rival with impeccable taste). Dive into Bo's Library: For those who share my passion for reading, check out my curated book recommendations at Bo's Library. Thanks again Bryan and Cheers old friend. Hope y'all enjoy the show!

In this episode: Comfort & Necessity, Fondest Hopes Realized, Giving Thanks, and Government of the People, By the People, & For the People, Shall Not Perish from the Earth. Here in episode 6, while enjoying the smoky glory of Nick Offerman's Lagavulin 11 year scotch, we witness the beginning of the end. Though the war and the struggle for the American Promise is far from over. Gettysburg awaits. Reminder: I've started a weekly email on booze, books, friendship, and great quotes. Here's the link to sign up for The Bromantic: https://hustling-motivator-3296.ck.page/f7312f20b4 Not sure how to make links look good yet but the boys in the lab are working on it. Because of my lack of social media skills the only way folks find this show is You. So please text the show to your good friend. Or a nemesis with good taste. Many thanks. Book Recs of Bo's Library: https://www.bromancesofhistory.com/library Thanks again Nate and Cheers old friend. Hope y'all enjoy the show!

My Boy is Gone, Awaiting the Eagle of Victory, Remove Him! and No Escapin History. This is episode V of X ladies and gentlemen. It's been a long road but like the Union and a great friendship It. Is. Worth. It. I'm still convinced people don't actually read show notes but just in case here we are. I've started a weekly email on booze, books, friendship, and great quotes. Here's the link to sign up for The Bromantic: https://hustling-motivator-3296.ck.page/f7312f20b4 Not sure how to make links look good yet but the boys in the lab are working on it. Because of my lack of social media skills the only way folks find this show is You. So please text the show to your good friend. Or a nemesis with good taste. Many thanks. Book Recs of Bo's Library: https://www.bromancesofhistory.com/library Thanks again Daven and Cheers old friend. Hope y'all enjoy the show!

War has begun. In this episode the Remnants of this Army, You've Got a Friend in Me, the Young Napoleon, and the Cuban Missile Crisis of the 19th Century. Again many thanks to my Patreon supporters and the podcast A Place in Time. https://www.patreon.com/user As always please check out my book recommendations at https://www.bromancesofhistory.com/ I don't really believe in show notes. My guess is that no one actually reads these things. If you do, you can always tell me I'm wrong at bromancesofhistory@gmail.com Wow that email address is too long. Anyway I hope you enjoy the show. This is part 4 of an 8 part series on Lincoln and Seward. Will have some shorter series as well in the near future. Really looking forward to launching my Lincoln and Leadership course.

In this episode: Independence, in the dead of night, Mystic Cords, two forts, and the thunder and the lightening. Please check out Bo's Library for reading recommendation at https://www.bromancesofhistory.com/library A tremendous thank you to Patreon supporters Kimberly and Andy. Y'all keep me going. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=16399361&fan_landing=true

In this episode a 4 way election, secession winter, tearful goodbye, and buying time for the Union.

In this episode we hear the origin stories of Abraham Lincoln and William Seward. An injured friend, a burned city, building pressure, and a showdown in Chicago. The Civil War approaches. Book recommendations can be found on https://www.bromancesofhistory.com/

Bromances of History tells the stories of genuine friends who changed the world. Through the lives of statesmen, scientists, military leaders, and titans of business we examine that vital element of the good life: friendship. Please join us at www.bromancesofhistory.com