The Vanquished

We're joined by elections whiz Ettingermentum aka Josh to discuss the life and campaigns of Willard "Mitt" Romney! We cover the flipping Mormon's youth, his time as a corporate raider, Massachusetts Governor and, of course, 2008 and 2012 campaigns. Stay tuned for part 2! Follow us on social media @Vanquishedpod Freddy G @orangefreddyG Josh @ettingermentum on Twitt

We are joined by comedian Naomi Karavani from the "Cargo Cult" podcast, as well as Rocz and Liam from "Well There's Your Problem" to talk about the Prohibition Party. We cover the conditions that lead to the party's 1869 founding, its response to the 18th and 21st amendments as well as its obscure and adorable modern incarnation. For the full ep, subscri

We welcome comedians and Massachusetts natives Alex Ptak and Andrew Durso on to talk about former MA Governor and 1988 Democratic nominee, Michael Dukakis. Main Sources: "Brutal Campaign" by Robert L. Fleegler "What it Takes" by Richard Ben Cramer PBS Frontline "The Choice 1988" For part 2 sign up for our bonus feed at Patreon.com/TheVanquished Foll

Anders and Freddy talk about 3 time Presidential loser (or 5 time depending on how you count) Henry "The Great Compromiser" Clay. Main Source: https://www.google.com/books/edition/Henry_Clay/oAJfDwAAQBAJ?hl=en For the full ep and more bonus content subscribe to Patreon.com/TheVanquished Follow us on social media @VanuqishedPod Anders: @andersleehere on Twitter, @derslee

Comedian Kate Willett joins the show to talk about Massachusetts Senator, incumbent Democratic President primary challenger, party boy and brother of Jack and Bobby, Ted Kennedy. Follow us on social media @vanquishedpod Anders: @andersleehere on Twitter, @derslee1 Insta Freddy: @orangefreddyg on all platforms

Anders and Freddy continue the discussion about legendary orator, populist and loser William Jennings Bryan. For the full episode and access to more bonus content go to Patreon.com/TheVanquished Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @VanquishedPod

Anders talks to historian Michael Kazin about fundamentalist Christian, economic populist and loser of the 1896, 1900 and 1908 elections, William Jennings Bryan. Kazin's book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/90625/a-godly-hero-by-michael-kazin/ Check out our Patreon for bonus episodes including another upcoming WJB ep with Anders and Freddy at Patreon.com/TheVanquishe

Anders is joined by Professor of Economics Rob Larson to discuss Texas billionaire and two-time Presidential candidate, Ross Perot. To hear our full conversation with Rob and a bonus chat with Freddy, unlock the full episode and more bonus content at Patreon.com/TheVanquished

We introduce co-host Freddy G to the show with an emergency pod commemorating the passing of Connecticut Senator, 2000 VP nominee and 2004 also-ran, Joseph Lieberman. Full ep and more bonus content available at Patreon.com/TheVanquished

On our third episode, The Vanquished tackles the maverick, the myth, the legend, John McCain. Anders is joined by historian and podcaster David Parsons to discuss the Vietnam era, McCain's career, Presidential campaigns and place in American culture. For the full episode and more bonus content subscribe to Patreon.com/TheVanquished