Abraham Lincoln
Mentioned in 86 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Abraham Lincoln 16th President of the United States who led the nation through the Civil War and abolished slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation. Podcasts frequently reference his executive powers, constitutional authority, leadership during national crisis, and assassination by John Wilkes Booth in 1865. His legacy is discussed across political, historical, and educational contexts—from his role in expanding federal power to critiques of how his historical portrayal has been mythologized in American education.
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Episode Appearances
Breakpoint · Apr 13, 2026
Morality by What Standard?
“Cited for appealing to Declaration of Independence moral standards against Kansas-Nebraska Act slavery compromise”
365 con Dios · Apr 13, 2026
13 Abr- Promesa 103 | Tu boca puede construir tu destino… o destruirlo en segundos
“Quoted for wisdom on silence: 'Better to be silent and thought a fool than speak and confirm it'”
Boring History for Sleep · Apr 13, 2026
The ENTIRE History of the United States of America — From Colonies to Global Power 🇺🇸 | Boring History for Sleep
“Led nation through Civil War and issued Emancipation Proclamation”
Letters from an American · Apr 12, 2026
Attack on Fort Sumter
“Central figure whose 1860 election triggered Southern secession; articulated Northern defense of democratic principles”
Digital Social Hour · Apr 3, 2026
Why You Can’t Get Clients... | Matt Brockman | DSH #1901
“Referenced as historical example of bankruptcy and recovery before becoming president”
American Potential · Apr 3, 2026
March Madness: Who Is America’s Greatest Defender of Freedom?
“16th President discussed for preserving the Union and ending slavery despite civil liberties concerns during wartime.”
CrimeLess · Apr 1, 2026
Funny Money
“Signed legislation establishing Secret Service on April 14, 1865, same day he was assassinated”
Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee · Mar 25, 2026
How To Find Meaning and Purpose At Any Age with Dr James Hollis #641
“Hollis mentions wishing to speak with Lincoln about historical changes and world development”
Letters from an American · Mar 22, 2026
The 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments
“Led the nation against the Confederacy and championed the principle that all men are created equal”
American Potential · Mar 19, 2026
Abraham Lincoln Comes to Life: Lessons on Unity, Freedom, and Leadership
“Primary historical subject discussed throughout episode regarding leadership, principles, and Civil War era governance”
American History Hit · Mar 19, 2026
The Battle of Fredericksburg
“Pressured Burnside to attack before Emancipation Proclamation took effect; coerced Burnside into command by threatening to appoint Joe Hooker instead.”
American Potential · Mar 17, 2026
Jason Chaffetz on AI, Free Speech, and Why America Must Stay Engaged
“Historical reference; Chaffetz visited Lincoln's presidential library to study media vilification during his presidency”
Letters from an American · Mar 15, 2026
Happy Birthday, Maine
“Up-and-coming Kentucky-born Illinois lawyer who befriended Maine abolitionists and articulated Republican Party ideology”
Entrepreneur Kids Legacy Show - Family Motivation, Business Boss Babies, Inspirational Speakers and Healthy fun food · Mar 15, 2026
Fail Forward Into Your Greatness! (Wisdom from Abraham Lincoln)
“16th U.S. President featured as primary case study for overcoming failure, poverty, and adversity to achieve greatness”
The Daily · Mar 14, 2026
'The Interview': How Tragedy, Wealth and Trump Shaped JB Pritzker
“Former President referenced for Illinois connection and progressive taxation”
American Potential · Mar 12, 2026
Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher Talks Free Speech, Football, and Defending American Values
“Referenced during Springfield, Illinois event celebrating Lincoln's 217th birthday”
American History Hit · Mar 12, 2026
America's Bloodiest Day: Battle of Antietam
“Faced political pressure from midterm elections and needed military victory to issue Emancipation Proclamation”
Dan Snow's History Hit · Mar 12, 2026
The Battle of Gettysburg
“U.S. President who later consecrated Gettysburg cemetery and delivered the Gettysburg Address, reframing the war as a test of democracy”
MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories · Mar 11, 2026
A Pyrrhic Victory (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
“Referenced as political figure Clement Vallandingham opposed vocally during Civil War era”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 8, 2026
Phoebe Robinson + Tom Arnold (Carolla Classics)
“Historical reference used by Hillary Clinton to explain strategic political negotiation in debate”
In Our Time · Mar 5, 2026
Henry IV Part 1
“U.S. President who inquired about the play extempore scene's absence from 18th-19th century stage productions”
Everything Everywhere Daily · Mar 5, 2026
The Plot to Steal the Body of Abraham Lincoln
“Assassinated U.S. President whose body was the target of the 1876 theft plot; subject of unprecedented national mourning.”
Digital Social Hour · Mar 4, 2026
Why You’ll Never Own a Home (The Truth About the Economy) | Sam & Braeden Sorbo | DSH #1846
“Referenced for creating greenbacks during Civil War to avoid 60% interest loans from banks, establishing precedent for government-backed currency”
Law and Chaos · Mar 2, 2026
Ep 209 — Gorsuch, Gummies, and Government Lies About Iran
“Historical example of president responding to attack without prior congressional declaration; later ratified by Congress”
American History Hit · Mar 2, 2026
Life and Death on the Oregon Trail | The Frontier
“Historical example of earlier westward migration pattern, moving from Pennsylvania through Kentucky and Indiana before settling in Illinois”
Mysterious Radio: Paranormal, UFO and Lore Interviews · Feb 28, 2026
Evil Twin: The Doppleganger
“US President who reportedly saw two reflections in a mirror—one younger and one older/haggard—interpreted as presidential burden”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 28, 2026
Keith Kellogg breaks down Trump's Ukraine strategy and Putin's negotiating style
“Historical comparison by Kellogg regarding leaders facing existential national conflicts”
Mormon Stories Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
How Joseph Smith Smeared Honest Critics - John Turner Pt. 33 | Ep. 2118
“Historical comparison point for Joseph Smith's anti-slavery platform; referenced in discussion of Smith's racial views”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Feb 27, 2026
The O'Reilly Update, February 27, 2026
“Historical figure whose Cooper Union address on slavery delivered 166 years ago is highlighted in episode.”
Economist Podcasts · Feb 26, 2026
Poised and confused: the will-he-won’t-he of Iran strikes
“Historical president discussed for his role in opposing slavery expansion and Civil War”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 24, 2026
Mchael Harriot on this moment for Black history
“Historical figure whose mythologized portrayal in American education is discussed as example of whitewashed history”
Against The Odds · Feb 24, 2026
Schoolchildren's Blizzard | Not Forgotten | 5
“U.S. President who passed the Homestead Act during the Civil War, enabling western settlement that led to prairie communities affected by the blizzard”
Criminal · Feb 20, 2026
The Plot
“U.S. President assassinated by John Wilkes Booth at Ford's Theater on April 14, 1865”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Feb 19, 2026
Understanding “Race Realism” (w/Nick Fuentes) - NXR EP8
“Historical figure discussed regarding colonization plans for freed slaves and racial attitudes”
Today, Explained · Feb 14, 2026
The billionaire governor taking on Trump
“Historical Illinois figure cited as part of state's progressive legacy”
The Opinions · Feb 14, 2026
Pam Bondi’s ‘Cage Match’ and Trump’s Fraying Coalition
“Historical figure referenced by Jamel Bowie as example of unexpected iron will in leadership”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Feb 14, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Jeffrey Epstein May Have Been Too Calculated to Leave a Paper Trail
“Extensively discussed regarding Civil War leadership, constitutional authority, and federal power expansion”
DSR's Words Matter · Feb 13, 2026
American Democracy at a Point of No Return
“Referenced as historical comparison point for democracy threats on his birthday”
The Sports Junkies · Feb 12, 2026
Junkies Throwback Thirty- Best Of Bret Oliverio
“Historical figure referenced in trivia about Gettysburg Address and assassination”
Stay Tuned with Preet · Feb 12, 2026
Has Trump Peaked? (with Douglas Brinkley)
“Historical president whose Emancipation Proclamation exemplified early executive order power”
The Daily Stoic · Feb 12, 2026
Do Not Delay | Dan Harris & Ryan Holiday on The Pursuit of Wisdom
“Historical figure cited as example of wisdom through deep research before action in abolishing slavery”
The Elisabeth Elliot Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
The Price of Forgiveness | Gateway to Joy Podcast Ep.220
“Referenced for his Second Inaugural Address acknowledging godly people on both sides of the Civil War conflict”
The DSR Network · Feb 11, 2026
Need to Know: Prosecutors Nationwide are Sending a Message to Trump: FAFO!
“Referenced by Krasner regarding importance of public opinion in democratic governance”
Dear Hank & John · Feb 11, 2026
440: Barreling Ever Forward
“Jokingly referenced in Mount Rushmore rock band joke about whether he could sing”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 11, 2026
Stoic Practices for Getting Rid of Mental Junk, Your Morning Routine, and Talking to the Dead | Ryan Holiday
“U.S. President whose deep study of slavery and distilled wisdom in Gettysburg Address exemplifies wisdom”
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know · Feb 10, 2026
CLASSIC: The Hidden History of Assassins, Chapter Two: The Modern Day
“U.S. President assassinated, discussed as example of assassination shaping historical trajectory”
Impact with Eddie Wilson · Feb 10, 2026
48 - You’re Mistaking Noise for Direction | How Stillness Creates Clarity
“Historical example of leader who used walking as stillness practice to manage fear and anxiety during war”
The Daily Stoic · Feb 10, 2026
You Have to Fight for It | Is There A Dark Side To Stoicism?
“Opposed slavery instinctively; conducted deep research on slavery's history and roots”
StarTalk Radio · Feb 10, 2026
Thing You Thought You Knew – Red Hot, Blue Hot
“Historical figure used as example of person whose water molecules are shared with modern humans”
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know · Feb 9, 2026
CLASSIC: The Hidden History of Assassins, Chapter One: An Origin Story
“U.S. President assassinated by John Wilkes Booth, historical example of political assassination”