The Preamble

Sharon McMahon

The world feels complicated. The Preamble is where it starts to make sense. Hosted by Sharon McMahon — known for making sense of complex issues — she and her guests dive deep into the stories and ideas driving our future, bringing clarity and honesty to every headline. If you want real insight, bold conversation, and answers that matter, this podcast is your must-listen. Hit play, and join the movement that will shape history.An Audacy Podcast.

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Oct 18, 2021 · 30 min
Maryland: The Man Who Gave America its Anthem with Sharon McMahon
In this episode, Sharon talks about a 19th century American Lawyer, Francis Scott Key, whose best-known contribution to American history was writing the US National Anthem, the Star-Spangled Banner. We all know the words “Land of the Free, Home of...
Oct 15, 2021 · 52 min
Embracing the High 5 Habit with Mel Robbins
In this episode, Sharon is joined by bestselling author and world-renowned speaker, Mel Robbins, who talks about her latest book, The High 5 Habit. After experiencing the lowest point in her life, Mel did something life-changing: She gave herself a...
Oct 13, 2021 · 28 min
Maine: Staying for the Finish with Elsie Larson
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Elsie Larson, creator of A Beautiful Mess, to share the story of Senator Margaret Chase Smith, a Maine woman who refused to take no for an answer. Margaret Chase Smith was the first woman in U.S history to hold a...
Oct 11, 2021 · 24 min
39. Sharon Answers Your Questions #2
In this episode, Sharon sits down to answer your burning questions about the American government. From state secession and immigration to the Library of Congress artifacts and city council, Sharon fields questions that are piquing the interest of the...
Oct 8, 2021 · 37 min
On an Arctic Island with Cecilia Blomdahl
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live in the North Pole? In this episode, Sharon gets the inside scoop on Arctic living from photographer and TikTok sensation Cecilia Blomdahl. Cecilia lives in the northernmost town in the world on the...
Oct 6, 2021 · 23 min
Louisiana: The Notorious Pirate Who Saved America
In this solo episode, Sharon shares the story of Jean Lafitte. Jean was a Louisiana blacksmith, and when the United States passed the Embargo Act in the early 1800s, Jean and his brother turned to smuggling goods to make a living. The smuggling...
Oct 4, 2021 · 36 min
Civility and Civic Duty with the American Moms
In this episode, Sharon is joined by American Moms, Andrea and Brittany. After serving as a press secretary on Capitol Hill and a speechwriter for President George W. Bush, Andrea and Brittany took their knowledge about the inner-workings of the...
Oct 1, 2021 · 37 min
Kentucky: The Rosemary Clooney Legacy with Lauren Kachinske
In this episode, Sharon sits down with her friend Lauren Kachinske to discuss the legacy of Rosemary Clooney.
Sep 29, 2021 · 34 min
Surviving the 9/11 Terrorist Attack with Shumi Brody
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Shumi Brody, a survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the Twin Towers.
Sep 27, 2021 · 19 min
Kansas: An Accidental Election with Sharon McMahon
In this solo episode, Sharon tells the story of Susanna Madora Salter, who accidentally became the first female mayor ever elected.
Sep 24, 2021 · 36 min
Stay Curious & Keep Exploring with Emily Calandrelli
Sit down with Sharon as she interviews the one and only @TheSpaceGal, Emily Calandrelli. Most people are fascinated by space and the myths surrounding space. In this episode, Sharon gets Emily’s thoughts on aliens, life outside of Earth, how the...
Sep 22, 2021 · 41 min
Iowa: Musical Chairs with Mary Marantz
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Mary Marantz, best-selling author, podcast host, and renowned photographer, to break down the system of the Iowa caucus.
Sep 20, 2021 · 40 min
I Pledge Allegiance to the Facts with Mosheh Oinounou
In this episode, Sharon and seasoned journalist and news producer, Mosheh Oinounou, dive into the world of the media and the complexities of the world around us.
Sep 17, 2021 · 30 min
Indiana: President Of The Month with Sharon McMahon
In this episode, Sharon shares the story of the shortest American presidency in our nation’s history. William Henry Harrison was an American military officer and politician who served as the ninth president of the United States.
Sep 15, 2021 · 35 min
Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man with Emmanuel Acho
In this episode, Sharon sits down for an uncomfortable conversation with bestselling author and Emmy-nominated host, Emmanuel Acho.
Sep 13, 2021 · 36 min
Illinois: The White City with Ashley Lemieux
In this episode, Sharon takes Ashley LeMieux on a tour of the world’s most spectacular fair, the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893.
Aug 30, 2021 · 22 min
26. Idaho: The Iron Cage of the Law with Sharon McMahon
In this episode, Sharon tells listeners about an incredible woman that is often left out of the history books: Rebecca Brown Mitchell of Idaho.
Aug 30, 2021 · 30 min
Hawaii: The Olympic Swim Coach Who Couldn't Swim with Kristina Kuzmic
In this episode, Sharon tells Kristina Kuzmic the story of Soichi Sakamoto, a man from Hawaii who became an Olympic swim coach when he didn’t even know how to swim himself.
Aug 30, 2021 · 36 min
Changing Ideologies with Jen Hatmaker
In this episode, Sharon sits down with author and speaker Jen Hatmaker to address the challenges of confronting firmly held beliefs, how to grow and adapt without abandoning your identity, and giving yourself the permission to explore.
Aug 30, 2021 · 31 min
Flying with Presidents with Wanda Joell
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Senior Master Sergeant Wanda Joell, the first African-American woman to serve as a flight attendant on Air Force One.