The Preamble
Episodes
How to Have the Messy Conversations with Carlos Whittaker
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, author and speaker Carlos Whittaker joins Sharon once again to discuss everything from 150 year old log houses to how Gen Z will be t...
Rhode Island: The Bravest Woman in America with Taylor Wolfe
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Taylor Wolfe, comedian and lover of wigs, to talk about Rhode Island’s most famous lighthouse keeper, Ida Lew...
The Power of Fun and How to Have More of It with Catherine Price
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by author Catherine Price, whose new book, The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again explores the concept of fun and...
Pennsylvania: The Sweet History of Hershey with Sharon McMahon
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon sets her sights on the sweet life of Milton S. Hershey and his innovation in the world of chocolate. Today, the Hershey C...
The Enduring Legacy of JFK with Fredrik Logevall
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Harvard historian Fredrik Logevall joins Sharon to discuss the life and career of the 35th Presiden...
The Oregon Trail from Westward Expansion to Computer Game with Sharon McMahon
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon dives into some of the myths vs. facts about Manifest Destiny and the Oregon Trail. What did it really look like, in the ...
Kayaking the Amazon from Source to Sea with Darcy Gaechter
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Darcy Gaechter joins Sharon to talk about her incredible whitewater kayaking expeditions. Darcy is the first (and only!) woman who ha...
Oklahoma: The American Frontier and its Legendary Musical with Sharon McMahon
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon returns for a solo episode about the musical that opened the floodgates to the nation’s obsession with Broadway. Oklahoma!, the infamous Rodg...
Choosing Hope and Humor with Kristina Kuzmic
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon has a conversation with Kristina Kuzmic, whose viral videos you’ve definitely seen in your Facebook feed or YouTube recommen...
Ohio: The Bellwether State of Presidents with Dr. Lauren Pinkston
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Dr. Lauren Pinkston, Executive Director for Kindred Exchange, to share some good old-fashioned Ohio facts. Join...
Investigative Journalism in the Digital Age with Emily Kassie
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Emily Kassie, an Emmy and Peabody nominated investigative journalist and filmmaker, to discuss the highly content...
North Dakota: The Wunnerful Lawrence Welk with Sharon McMahon
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon shares the prolific life and career of vintage musical icon Lawrence Welk. Welk, a household name, and host of his own sh...
Until I Am Free with Dr. Keisha N. Blain
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Keisha Blain joins Sharon to talk about voting rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer. In her new book, Until I Am Free, Dr. Blain chro...
North Carolina: How Quakers Shaped the State with Lee Ann Miller
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Lee Ann Miller joins Sharon to hear the connection between Edward R. Murrow, famous American Broadcast Journalist, and a North Caroli...
Changing the Healthy Eating Conversation with Jennifer Anderson
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Jennifer Anderson, a registered dietitian and the founder of Kids Eat In Color, to talk about public health and...
New York: The Schuyler Family Connection with Sharon McMahon
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon dives into the history of one of New York’s most prominent families during the birth of the nation: the Schuylers. Cert...
Alaska's Active Volcanoes with Dr. Michelle Coombs
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon chats with Dr. Michelle Coombs, the Scientist-in-Charge of the U.S. Geological Survey's Alaska Volcano Observatory. Michelle s...
New Mexico: The Land of Enchantment with Austin Graff
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon tells Austin Graff fascinating stories about New Mexico and its 60-year journey in becoming a U.S state. New Mexico - or the l...
How Millennials Can Move the Political Needle with Charlotte Alter
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by TIME correspondent, Charlotte Alter, to discuss millennials in politics. Charlotte shares her thoughts about how ...
New Jersey’s Dinosaur: The Hadrosaurus foulkii
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon shares the fascinating story behind New Jersey’s Hadrosaurus foulkii, the first full dinosaur skeleton to be discovered anyw...
Turning $24 into a Multi-Million Dollar Business with Nicole Walters
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Nicole Walters to talk about Nicole’s incredible journey of becoming a successful entrepreneur and television...
New Hampshire: From School Room to Space Shuttle with Dani Coke
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with return guest Danielle Coke to learn about the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster of 1986. This history lesson is...
60. Sharon Answers Your Questions #3
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Back by popular demand: Sharon Answers Your Questions! This episode will feature Sharon answering listeners' questions with the facts. The topics of t...
Your Mind is an Amazing Place with Dr. Mark Solms
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by neuropsychologist, Dr. Mark Solms, to discuss some seriously brain-tingling facts. Dr. Solms has been studying hu...
Nevada: The Wild Rise of Sin City with Sharon McMahon
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon walks through the last two centuries of history in Las Vegas to uncover the making of America’s “Sin City.” The Las Vega...
Making Room for Women in National Security with Lindsay Rodman
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Lindsay Rodman, Executive Director of The Leadership Council for Women in National Security, to discuss her dip...
Nebraska: The World Needs More of Mildred Brown with Brittany Ratelle
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Brittany Ratelle to talk about the life and legacy of Mildred Brown. Though Mildred is not in most history books,...
From White House to War Zone with NYT Correspondent Peter Baker
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Chief White House Correspondent of the New York Times, Peter Baker. From the White House to Afghanistan to Moscow...
Montana: The Unlikely Fort Shaw Basketball Champions with Sharon McMahon
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon shares a story only the buffest of history buffs will know about Montana in this solo episode. In the early 1900s, Indigenous children were tak...
When Failure Opens New Doors with Jasmine Star
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by business strategist, Jasmine Star, to discuss how we can succeed even if we feel unqualified. Sharon and Jasmine ...
Missouri: The Little House Like You’ve Never Heard with Natalie Franke
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Natalie Franke, founder of the Rising Tide Society and author of the new book Built to Belong, to learn about Lau...
The DNA of America with David Rubenstein
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by David Rubenstein, successful businessman, philanthropist and lover of American history. Sharon and David discuss ...
50. Mississippi: Medgar Evers and the Civil Rights Movement
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon tells the courageous story of Mississippi native Medgar Evers. Medgar was a well-known and well-liked man who was involve...
No Cure for Being Human with Kate Bowler
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by bestselling author, Kate Bowler. At the age of 35, Kate was diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer. Tired of relent...
Minnesota: The Exclave with Raphi Nussbaum
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon speaks with Raphi Nussbaum about Angle Inlet, Minnesota, a tiny community in North America’s Lake of the Woods. Angle Inlet ...
The Woman They Could Not Silence with Kate Moore
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon interviews author Kate Moore about her latest book, The Woman They Could Not Silence. Kate and Sharon uncover the shocking det...
Michigan: Exploring the Magic of Michigan with Sharon McMahon
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon explores the rich ecosystem of the state of Michigan. Known as the “Great Lakes State” Michigan is comprised of two penins...
Building Connection Through Creativity with Morgan Harper Nichols
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Morgan Harper Nichols, the ultimate creator. Known for her art, words, and music, Sharon describes Morgan as a ...
Massachusetts: 1,100 Strongly-Worded Letters with Kaben Kramer
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon tells Kaben Kramer about the best letter-writer of all time, Abigail Adams. Born and raised in the great state of Massachusett...
Taking Paris & Writing Bestsellers with Martin Dugard
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Martin Dugard, a fellow history buff and the bestselling author of “Taking Paris” and “Killing Lincoln.” ...
Maryland: The Man Who Gave America its Anthem with Sharon McMahon
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon talks about a 19th century American Lawyer, Francis Scott Key, whose best-known contribution to American history was writing t...
Embracing the High 5 Habit with Mel Robbins
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. Af...
Maine: Staying for the Finish with Elsie Larson
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
39. Sharon Answers Your Questions #2
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down to answer your burning questions about the American government. From state secession and immigration to the Library ...
On an Arctic Island with Cecilia Blomdahl
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 an...
Louisiana: The Notorious Pirate Who Saved America
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Civility and Civic Duty with the American Moms
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 Pre...
Kentucky: The Rosemary Clooney Legacy with Lauren Kachinske
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with her friend Lauren Kachinske to discuss the legacy of Rosemary Clooney. Rosemary was an American singer and actr...
Surviving the 9/11 Terrorist Attack with Shumi Brody
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Shumi Brody, a survivor of the 9/11 terrorist attack on the Twin Towers. Shumi was working in the North Tower whe...
Kansas: An Accidental Election with Sharon McMahon
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon tells the story of Susanna Madora Salter, who accidentally became the first female mayor ever elected. What started as a ...
Stay Curious & Keep Exploring with Emily Calandrelli
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sit down with Sharon as she interviews the one and only @TheSpaceGal, Emily Calandrelli. Most people are fascinated by space and the myths surrounding...
Iowa: Musical Chairs with Mary Marantz
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Mary Marantz, best-selling author, podcast host, and renowned photographer, to break down the system of the Iow...
I Pledge Allegiance to the Facts with Mosheh Oinounou
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Indiana: President Of The Month with Sharon McMahon
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon shares the story of the shortest American presidency in our nation’s history. William Henry Harrison was an American milit...
Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man with Emmanuel Acho
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down for an uncomfortable conversation with bestselling author and Emmy-nominated host, Emmanuel Acho. Known for his vi...
Illinois: The White City with Ashley Lemieux
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon takes Ashley LeMieux on a tour of the world’s most spectacular fair, the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893. The World’...
26. Idaho: The Iron Cage of the Law with Sharon McMahon
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon tells listeners about an incredible woman that is often left out of the history books: Rebecca Brown Mitchell of Idaho. Rebe...
Hawaii: The Olympic Swim Coach Who Couldn't Swim with Kristina Kuzmic
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 k...
Changing Ideologies with Jen Hatmaker
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Flying with Presidents with Wanda Joell
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Power of Words with Faith Cade
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon and therapist Faith Cade dive into the world of mental health and self-care. While a conversation about bubble baths and spa t...
How Journalism Gets it Wrong (and Right!) with Belinda Luscombe
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon sits down with Belinda Luscbome, TIME Magazine Editor and author of “Marriageology,” to examine the inner workings of modern journalism in ...
Humanizing Politics with Sarah and Beth from Pantsuit Politics
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having a civil conversation about politics in our polarized society seems to be a near-impossible task these days. But why? In this episode, Sharon an...
Georgia: A Grand Mansion of Sound with Sharon McMahon
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Sharon shares the story and career of opera sensation Jessye Norman from Augusta, Georgia. By the end of this episode, you will ...
18. Florida: Florida Forever with Dani Coke
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode, Sharon and her guest Danielle Coke take a look into the Happiest Place on Earth - Disney World, and the man who created it. The two ...
17. Sharon Answers Your Questions #1
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing Sharon Answers Your Questions! This marks the first episode of Sharon randomly selecting five questions from her listeners and answering t...
Thank you for Voting with Erin Geiger Smith
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon interviews Erin Geiger Smith who is a lawyer-turned-journalist and the author of Thank You for Voting. If you’ve been paying...
Delaware: Census Taker of the Sky with Quigley Goode
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon is joined by Quigley and Alex Goode, professional content creators and founders of Soulcial Media, to learn about a legend in astronomy, Annie ...
How Setting Boundaries Can Create Peace with Nedra Tawwab
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, seasoned relationship therapist and bestselling author Nedra Tawwab graces us with her wisdom and teaches us how to set boundaries an...
Why Texas Can’t Secede with Sharon McMahon
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of Sharon Says So, Sharon breaks down one of her most asked questions - what’s the deal with Texas, and can they really secede?...
Waging Peace with Diana Oestreich
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by bestselling author, former combat medic and fellow-Minnesotan Diana Oestreich. After being deployed to Iraq immed...
Connecticut: The Father of Education with Kevin and Layla Palmer
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with her good friends, Kevin and Layla Palmer. Sharon and the Palmers explore the ambitious life of Noah Webster, an...
How to be a Good News Consumer with Jessica Yellin
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with long-time journalist, author, and former CNN Chief White House Correspondent, Jessica Yellin to tackle the topi...
Colorado: Angel of the Rockies with Jessica Malaty Rivera
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon tells the heartfelt story of Clara Brown, the “Angel of the Rockies” to Jessica Malaty Rivera. Jessica is a friend and...
How to Be a Good Internet Citizen with Glo Atanmo
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode with Glo Atanmo, Sharon sits down to talk about how we consume social media and the person behind the posts. Glo has many titles, role...
California: Father of National Parks with Kendra Adachi
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Kendra Adachi, affectionately known on the internet as the Lazy Genius, who is also the host of The Lazy Genius P...
Arkansas: The Lost Year with Bethanie Garcia
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon tells the story of the Little Rock Nine to her friend and successful blogger and podcast host, Bethanie Garcia. At the end of ...
How to Stop Being Wrong with Adam Grant
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by organizational psychologist and top-rated Wharton professor Adam Grant. Adam is the #1 New York Times bestselling...
Arizona: The Confession with Jami Nato
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by friend and successful entrepreneur, Jami Nato, to discuss the story behind Miranda v Arizona. We’ve all heard t...
The Man Who Named a Bluebird After Me with Carlos Whittaker
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon meets with her dear friend and bestselling author Carlos Whittaker to discuss how to let go of fear and change the world in a ...
Alaska: The Sled Dogs Who Saved a Village with Dr. Shanté Cofield
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon sits down with Dr. Shanté Cofield, a business coach helping movement and health professionals succeed in the online space. Th...
1. Alabama - The Man Who Almost Wasn't Vice President with Abi Ayres
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Sharon is joined by Abigail Ayres, an average person, in her own words, bringing love, life, laughter, and joy to Instagram. Sharon a...
Introducing the Sharon Says So Podcast with Sharon McMahon
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Sharon Say So podcast with Sharon McMahon. You may know Sharon from her viral Instagram, SharonSaysSo, or you might have seen her featu...