Friends & Fellow Citizens
Friends & Fellow Citizens
Experience President George Washington’s six pillars of Patriotism, Faith, National Unity, Education, Fiscal Responsibility, and Civility in this engaging civics podcast!
With over 70 hours of content and a mix of solo shows and interviews, this podcast is packed with fascinating talks about civics, culture, history and politics! New episodes are released on the first two Mondays of each month!
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Episode 82 Part 1: Universal Genius of the Hot Crazy Matrix
From Leonardo da Vinci to George Washington , Mary Shelley to Albert Einstein, the spectrum of geniuses is endless. A 7-minute vi…
Episode 78 Part 1: Escaping the Cacophony of Communism with the Melod…
Born and raised in Communist Albania, Dr. Elida Dakoli overcame unprecedented political persecution from the regime run by Enver …
Episode 1: America's Noble Principles
America is the grandest experiment for the timeless defense of freedom, opportunity and justice. In this pilot episode, Sherman i…
Recent Episodes
Episode 103: William Floyd - A Good Man Who "Never Quit His Chair"
Aug. 8, 2022
While many of the Signers were experienced orators, some chose to be more reserved while still completing the work of the Continental Congress. Hear how William Floyd of New York served in his capacity at the legislative bod…
Episode 102: Restoring Power to Parents for Our Children's Education
Aug. 1, 2022
In recent years, we have been hearing much about schools closed during the pandemic. But school closures are far from the only political battles as pandemic-era restrictions subside. From San Francisco to suburban Virginia, …
Episode 101: How American Infrastructure Can Become Fountains of Public Good
July 25, 2022
Former New York Governor DeWitt Clinton once considered the Erie Canal a "fountain of public good and national abundance." Amid contemporary gridlock and polarization, what ideas can help spur a new generation of engineers a…
Episode 100: A Milestone to Celebrate
July 18, 2022
Almost two years since the first episode of Friends & Fellow Citizens, we have finally made it to our 100th episode! This is truly a major milestone for the listeners, guests, and everyone who has made this program possible.…
Episode 99: Matthew Thornton - A Surgeon Who Put Patience Into Practice
July 11, 2022
How can a delegate of the Second Continental Congress sign the document without being present at the August 2nd signing? Despite signing the document in late 1776, Dr. Matthew Thornton was elected after the Declaration of In…
Episode 98: Unearthing Civics Connections Outside the History Classroom
July 4, 2022
History is often taught in the classroom, but perhaps the real history is outside for students to learn and put into action. Paul LaRue, a retired history teacher, currently serves on Ohio's State Board of Education and is d…
Episode 97: Why a Governor Bucked His Own Party and Ambitions for National Unity
June 27, 2022
"Robert J. Walker" may not ring a bell for most Americans today, but a highly undemocratic "constitution" for the Kansas Territory struck a chord with a once-promising politician in the Democratic Party. Although a pro-slav…
Episode 96: Building a Matter-of-fact Grounding for Constructive Debate
June 20, 2022
In this day and age of convoluted politics, news, and technology, perhaps we can relate to Sergeant Joe Friday from the TV show Dragnet . If he had to sift through the overwhelming information on the Internet, he too might s…
Episode 95: Oliver Wolcott - The Modest Mediator and Militia Leader
June 13, 2022
While many Signers had extensive oratory experience, some were modest in character and adept in militias. Oliver Wolcott, the final Signer from Connecticut, demonstrates the value of maximizing one's strengths for civic good…
Episode 94: How Ascents and Descents of the Supreme Court Shaped America
June 6, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court started with just a few cases and lackluster careers, but a political and judicial genius John Marshall was determined to change that forever. Amid countless episodes of political turmoil in American h…
Episode 93: The Bright and Glorious Character of General McPherson
May 30, 2022
Almost any DC straphanger knows the Metro stop called "McPherson Square, " but who is the namesake of this public park and busy subway station? In honor of Memorial Day, learn more about the emotional legacy that Union Major…
Episode 92: Finding the News Industry's Footing in an Increasingly Digital World
May 23, 2022
As technology continues to modernize in record time, public trust in media has yet to thrive in the modern era. What sort of models or ideas can improve credibility in information dissemination? Leigh Munsil, Editor-in-chief…
Episode 91: William Williams - A Signer with an Original Belief in Independence
May 16, 2022
William Williams may not have the most original name, but his creative ways to support the Patriot cause was evident in his service to Connecticut. Learn how this Signer's family connection with a Royal Governor ultimately f…
Episode 90: Making American Politics More Local and Civil
May 9, 2022
Former House Speaker Tip O'Neill is often credited with the phrase "all politics is local," and it may be more relevant to this day and age than ever in recent memory. But to what extent has the COVID-19 pandemic made politi…
Episode 89: How Much is Truly a Trillion Dollars?
May 2, 2022
Over the past two years of COVID-19 relief-related spending packages, we have probably heard the word "trillion" more often than ever. Most people would call it a large number with 12 zero's, but words alone can't explain th…
About the Host
Sherman Tylawsky
Sherman is the CEO of The George Washington Institute, host of the Friends & Fellow Citizens Podcast, an aspiring statesman, and George Washington enthusiast. He has received a master’s degree in international affairs from Texas A&M University and graduated from King’s College London with a bachelor’s degree in politics. He began his first podcast "Friends & Fellow Citizens" to bring the wisdom and significance of the Founding Fathers back to contemporary American life.
Fun Facts about Sherman:
1. Named after the Founding Father Roger Sherman and Union General William Tecumseh Sherman
2. Student of Classical Latin and fluent in Mandarin
3. Washington DC Trivia aficionado
4. Seinfeld, 30 Rock, Pizza, Baseball, Aggie football, Ice Cream and America are signs that heaven exists…