The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe 364: John Dodd—Son of a Revolutionary
Dec 12, 2023
Appellate lawyer John Dodd joins the host to discuss the founding of the Sons of the American Revolution and their induction into the organization. They explore the motivations and impact of the Boston Tea Party, teaching accurate history, and becoming members of the SAR. The podcast ends with the induction ceremony and debunking myths about secret rituals.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Origins and Development of the Sons of the American Revolution
04:51 • 16min
An Anecdote from the Revolutionary War
21:11 • 3min
Motivations and Impact of the Boston Tea Party
24:34 • 9min
Teaching Accurate History and Bringing the Past to Life
33:45 • 10min
Becoming Members of the Sons of the American Revolution
43:16 • 6min
Induction into the Sons of the American Revolution
48:54 • 11min
Requirements, Secret Handshakes, and Unexpected Sentences
59:51 • 4min