Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser takes us inside the effort to breathe new life into parks and connect more Americans to public spaces. She is President & CEO of Trust for Public Land. Find her at TPL.org For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our newslet…

Anna Jane Joyner champions honest portrayals of climate change and the human experience. She’s a Hollywood climate story consultant and the founder and director of Good Energy. Find her at GoodEnergyStories.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for…

Mark Bittman examines the intersection of food, farming, and public policy, urging a rethink of agriculture to tackle chronic health issues and steep healthcare costs. He’s the author of 30 books and hosts the podcast “Food with Mark Bittman.” Find him at bittmanproject.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidenti…

Sharon McMahon illustrates her winning approach as America’s Government Teacher. She’s host of the chart-topping podcast “Here’s Where It Gets Interesting” and bestselling author of The Small and the Mighty. Find her at sharonmcmahon.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRP…

Judith Shulevitz makes the moral case for a day of rest. She is a contributing writer to The Atlantic and author of The Sabbath World: Glimpses of a Different Order of Time. Find her at judithshulevitz.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our …

Matthew Barzun reimagines leadership by breaking free of hierarchies. Formerly the U.S. ambassador to the U.K. and to Sweden, he is the author of The Power of Giving Away Power: How the Best Leaders Learn To Let Go. Find him at matthewbarzun.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrar…

Stewart McLaurin breathes life into the nation’s most iconic landmark, sharing delightful details and illuminating hidden depths. He is president of the nonpartisan, nonprofit White House Historical Association and host of The White House 1600 Sessions podcast. Find the WHHA at www.whitehousehistory.org and The White House 1600 Sessions podcast at …

Eric Liu confronts feelings of powerlessness and the significance of patriotism in the U.S. He is the CEO of Citizen University and author of You’re More Powerful Than You Think: A Citizen’s Guide to Making Change Happen. Find him at www.citizenuniversity.us For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instag…

Katharine Hayhoe unpacks climate change division in America and refocuses the narrative on emotional connection. She is an atmospheric scientist, author, and climate advocate committed to averting human suffering. Find her at katharinehayhoe.com. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibra…

Ted Leonsis traces his remarkable path to success and self-actualization. He is the CEO of Monumental Sports, a former AOL executive, and the author of The Business of Happiness. Find him at monumentalsports.com. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up f…

Daniel Levitin reveals the profound impact of music on our bodies, along with its surprising potential to foster diplomacy. He is a neuroscientist, musician, and the author of I Heard There Was A Secret Chord: Music As Medicine. Find him at: www.daniellevitin.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary I…

Dr. Carla Hayden offers hope through the historical insights, critical services, and numerous opportunities that libraries provide us. She is the 14th Librarian of Congress, where she’s been developing new programs and expanding access to the LOC’s vast collection. Keep up-to-date with the Library of Congress at www.loc.gov. For more, visit goodcit…

Carly Fiorina reflects on her journey as a business leader, highlighting the importance of humility and humanity. She is the former CEO of Hewlett Packard and the National Honorary Chair of the Virginia 250 Commission. Find her at: www.carlyfiorina.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @t…

Kermit Roosevelt III challenges the conventional narrative about America’s founding ideals. He is a professor of constitutional law, the author of The Nation That Never Was: Reconstructing America's Story, and the great-great-grandson of President Theodore Roosevelt. Find him at: www.kermitroosevelt.net For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follo…

Dan Harris challenges the myth of rugged individualism, advocating for mindfulness and altruism in the pursuit of happiness. He’s an author, former ABC News anchor, and host of the podcast 10% Happier. Find him at: www.danharris.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLi…

Mike Rowe expounds on American history, his disdain for teleprompters, and the value of “the strenuous life.” He’s the former host of Discovery’s “Dirty Jobs” and a leading advocate for the skilled trades. Find his work at: www.mikerowe.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @…

Spencer Glendon recounts life-altering revelations sparked by climate change models. He is the former Director of Investment Research at Wellington Management and the founder of Probable Futures, a nonprofit that offers scientific projections to help people and institutions mitigate climate risks. Find his work at: www.probablefutures.org For more,…

With politics at the forefront of American current affairs, we're excited to revisit our insightful interview with Bill Kristol. During his thoughtful discussion with Ted, Kristol reflects on his own ideological journey and emphasizes being open to changing one's views. The conversation touches on shared American values, the role of technology in e…

Chris Murphy asserts that the right to pursue happiness merits political discourse. He is a U.S. Senator for Connecticut and a leading voice on mental health, gun control and foreign policy. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our newsletter at t…

Anne Therese Gennari shifts the narrative on climate change, cultivating radical optimism as a healing practice. She is a speaker, educator, and author of The Climate Optimist Handbook. Find her at www.theclimateoptimist.com. Vote for Good Citizen in the People's Choice Podcast Awards! To cast your vote, register here and look for us under the "New…

Katherine Gehl introduces a new election system designed to improve competition and representation. She is a business leader, author, and the originator of Final Five Voting (FFV). More at www.finalfiveelections.org Vote for Good Citizen in the People's Choice Podcast Awards! To cast your vote, register here and look for us under the "News and Poli…

Richard Haass presents a plan of action to safeguard our democracy, outlining duties for every American. He is president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations and author of The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRP…

David Maraniss delivers insightful commentary on American values and the defining traits of outstanding leaders. He is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and associate editor at The Washington Post. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our newsletter…

Susan Berfield captivates with a story of TR and J.P. Morgan, two adversaries who worked together to solve a national crisis. She is a journalist and the author of The Hour of Fate: Theodore Roosevelt, J.P. Morgan, and the Battle to Transform American Capitalism. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary I…

Temple Grandin enlightens listeners about “visual thinking” and stresses the importance of leveraging diverse cognitive styles. She is an author, professor, animal behaviorist, and autism advocate. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our newslett…

Benji Backer offers climate crisis strategies from his perspective on the political right. Author of The Conservative Environmentalist, he started a new campaign called “Nature is Nonpartisan.” For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on: Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our newsletter …

In consideration of Earth Day, April 22, 2024, we are pleased to present a re-release of our interview with Christiana Figueres. In this riveting conversation, Figueres makes the case for “stubborn optimism” in the face of our global climate crisis. Co-author of the book The Future We Choose: Surviving the Climate Crisis, and co-host of the podcast…

Michael D. Smith reflects on leadership and shares his enthusiasm for the new Climate Corps. The CEO of AmeriCorps, he is deeply committed to community service. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on: Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLibrary. And sign up for our newsletter at trlibrary.com/newsletter to st…

Beth Silvers and Sarah Stewart Holland dig into political identification, a decline in church attendance, and the search for shared American values. With grace and curiosity, they host the widely-acclaimed podcast Pantsuit Politics. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on: Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresL…

Liz Cheney shares the enthralling details from her book, Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning, of defending the Constitution while inside the Capitol on January 6, 2021. The former Republican congresswoman from Wyoming consistently and fearlessly puts country over party. Good Citizen is hosted by Ted Roosevelt V and produced by The Future of Stor…

Laurie Leshin shares stories about space exploration and her commitment to diversifying STEM fields. She is a distinguished geochemist and space scientist, and the director of the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Good Citizen is hosted by Ted Roosevelt V and produced by the Theodore Roosevelt Presidentia…

In consideration of Black History Month, we are pleased to present a re-release of our interview with Baratunde Thurston. In this enlightening discussion, Thurston reflects on the fortunate timing of his birth, while confronting the enduring reality of racism in the United States. He reflects on the disturbing phenomenon of white Americans weaponiz…

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Good Citizen is hosted by Ted Roosevelt V and produced by the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, in collaboration with The Future of StoryTelling and Charts & Leisure. Learn more about T.R.’s upcoming presidential library at www.trlibrary.com Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation 1401 E. Calgary Ave, Suite 210 Bismarck…

Meg Whitman talks about the importance of being bold, and the value of getting “in the arena,” even if you make mistakes. Well-known as one of the most powerful women in business, she now serves as the United States Ambassador to Kenya. For additional links, information, and more, visit our website at goodcitizenpodcast.com -- Good Citizen is hoste…

Secretary Deb Haaland emphasizes her obligation to future generations, discussing the urgency of climate change and the crucial inclusion of Indigenous voices in her decisions. She is the first Native American cabinet secretary in U.S. history. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary, Instagram @trlibrar…

Baratunde Thurston describes his experiences as a Black man in nature and the influence his mother had on his positive outlook. He’s a comedian, writer, tech guru, and the host of How to Citizen with Baratunde, a podcast where he reimagines the word “citizen” as a verb. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLi…

Christiana Figueres makes the case for “stubborn optimism” in the face of our global climate crisis. An internationally-renowned climate change leader, she is co-author of the book The Future We Choose: Surviving the Climate Crisis and co-host of the podcast Outrage & Optimism. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresid…

Candice Millard tells intimate stories of great leaders, digging into their most vulnerable moments to reveal their true character. She is the author of The River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt's Darkest Journey, about TR’s harrowing adventure in the Amazon. For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary, Instagr…

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