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About the Network
A Mighty Blaze
As Told To
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Good Moms On Paper
Historical Happy Hour
Ledger
The Movie Loft Podcast
NovelClass
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The Shit No One Tells You About Writing
The Thoughtful Bro
Writer's Bone
Books That Should Be On Your Radar
Original Fiction
The Writer's Bone Interviews
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April 25, 2024
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Episode 651: David L. Roll, Author of Ascent to Power

April 25, 2024
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David L. Roll, author of George Marshall and The Hopkins Touch, joins Daniel Ford on the show to discuss his latest book Ascent to Power: How Truman Emerged from Roosevelt's Shadow and Remade the World.

“It was an extraordinary time in our history. Probably the most impactful time in our history, squeezed into those few years. It’s really remarkable.”
— David L. Roll on President Truman's first term in office, 1945 - 1948.
 
 

 
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April 25, 2024
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