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America: The Story of the USA

Liam Heffernan

Booking Overview

An interview-led history and current-affairs show focused on the United States, combining the host’s explainers with external academic experts and authors discussing American politics, law, history, and society. Credible pitches include historians, constitutional scholars, political scientists, and authors with relevant books or research; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need strong subject-matter authority, though they do not appear to require celebrity-level prominence.

Metrics

Episodes: 295

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

america@podcastsbyliam.com

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Host

Liam Heffernan - US history and politics host, producer, and editor who presents accessible analysis of American political, cultural, and social history.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Academic historians, political scientists, constitutional or legal experts, and authors with established expertise in US history, politics, law, civil rights, or related social issues.
Required Achievements:  
Published books on relevant American history or politics topics, University appointments or recognized academic expertise, Research or commentary on major US political, legal, or social developments

Recent Guest Discussions

Marcia Chatelain - The Women Behind The March On Washington And The Historical Contributions Explored In How Bright The Path Grows.

Emma Long - The Supreme Court Term, Presidential Power, Immigration Enforcement, The Shadow Docket, Judicial Authority, And The International Implications Of Supreme Court Decisions.

Emma Long - Live Courtroom Coverage, The Lindsay Clancy Trial, Political Developments Surrounding The Kennedy Center And Border Wall, And The Florida Governor’s Race.

Recent Topics

American History, Us Politics, Constitutional Law, Civil Rights, Democracy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
America: The Story of the USA
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Study Notes: The History of Mormonism in the United States

October 09, 2026

America: Study Notes are quickfire explainers for all the things you want to know about the USA, but don't want to ask. Today, The History of Mormonism in the United States - how the movement began, how it grew, the challenges it faced, and the place it occupies in American life today. . America: The Story of the USA is a Podcasts by Liam production for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mercury⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, in partnership with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠British Association ...

In the Making: Has the US Dragged the UK into the Iran War?

October 08, 2026

This week, following the attempted terrorist attack at RAF Fairford, can the UK keep up the pretence of neutrality in the Iran War anymore? Plus, the crisis at Cornell University deepens as students protest and faculty take a no confidence vote in the administration due to failings in the Cornell 7 case. And, Virginia is the latest state to adopt Clean Slate laws, giving minor convicts a chance to hide their criminal record and avoid discrimination. To discuss this and the other big storie...

Democracy Part II - Does God Have the Right to Vote?

October 06, 2026

Religion has shaped American democracy from the very beginning; the founders debated the role of faith in public life, citizens invoked scripture to justify revolution, and early political movements drew heavily on religious identity. Over the next 250 years, religion influenced abolition, suffrage, civil rights, foreign policy, and nearly every major election. Americans still wrestle with the same questions: what role should faith play in politics? How does religion shape our understanding ...

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Frequently asked questions

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America: The Story of the USA
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How do I get in touch with America: The Story of the USA?

America: The Story of the USA is hosted by Liam Heffernan. Its publicly listed email is america@podcastsbyliam.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for America: The Story of the USA?

The publicly listed email for America: The Story of the USA: america@podcastsbyliam.com.

How many listeners does America: The Story of the USA have?

Podseeker estimates America: The Story of the USA reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for America: The Story of the USA?

America: The Story of the USA typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Academic historians, political scientists, constitutional or legal experts, and authors with established expertise in US history, politics, law, civil rights, or related social issues. Common among recent guests: Published books on relevant American history or politics topics; University appointments or recognized academic expertise; Research or commentary on major US political, legal, or social developments. Recent guests include Marcia Chatelain, Emma Long, and Emma Long.

How hard is it to get booked on America: The Story of the USA?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does America: The Story of the USA cover?

Recent episodes cover American History, Us Politics, Constitutional Law, Civil Rights, and Democracy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

america@podcastsbyliam.com

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