How America's Foundation was Built on Propaganda (A250 Special)
Season 2 Episode 9 | 15m 14s
Tai Leclaire breaks down the Declaration of Independence, Uncle Sam and the meaning of July 4th.
This year, 2026, marks the 250 year anniversary of the United States. The story that most Americans have been taught about freedom-loving underdogs standing up to the British monarchy for their independence, is a bit incomplete. Join host Tai Leclaire to explore how 250 years of propaganda shaped what independence meant then and now.
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How America's Foundation was Built on Propaganda (A250 Special)
Season 2 Episode 9 | 15m 14s
This year, 2026, marks the 250 year anniversary of the United States. The story that most Americans have been taught about freedom-loving underdogs standing up to the British monarchy for their independence, is a bit incomplete. Join host Tai Leclaire to explore how 250 years of propaganda shaped what independence meant then and now.
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