Join David Mark Quigley each week on the ”Weekly Oracular Wisdom” podcast, where he delves into the I Ching to uncover the energetic currents that shape our lives. Every episode, David provides a unique reading of the I Ching that captures the essence of the week’s energy, offering listeners insightful guidance on how to best navigate the challenges and opportunities that may arise. Each session is designed not just to forecast the week ahead but to empower listeners with ancient wisdom that ...
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Revolution 250 is a consortium of organizations in New England planning commemorations of the American Revolution's 250th anniversary. https://revolution250.org/Through this podcast you will meet many of the people involved in these commemorations, and learn about the people who brought about the Revolution--which began here. To support Revolution 250, visit https://www.masshist.org/rev250Theme Music: "Road to Boston" fifes: Doug Quigley, Peter Emerick; Drums: Dave Emerick
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Rising Without Limits | How Steady Growth & True Integrity Bring Breakthrough Success | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:27This week, the I Ching points to the path of Promotion—steady upward growth supported by sincerity and integrity. Discover how patient progress, clear intent, and support from others can open new opportunities in both personal and professional life.By David Mark Quigley
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The Revolutionary War on the Cape & the Islands
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44:43Host Robert Allison talks with Ron Peterson and David Martin about dramatic and little-known stories from Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket during the Revolution. From the fierce 1779 Battle of Falmouth to Nantucket’s divided loyalties, British shipwrecks, and the vital roles of African American and Native American patriots, this episode r…
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It is easy to see the Franklin stove as just an invention to improve the lives of colonial Americans. The stove, like many of Franklin's inventions, went through a series of improvements as he explored the science of heat convection and thermal dynamics. Other changes and considerations came about as Franklin changed the fuel from wood to coal. Thi…
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Return | How Turning Back Unlocks Renewal, Growth, and Success | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:00This week, the wisdom of Return reminds us that every ending is also a beginning. By turning back to what is true and essential, we find renewal, strength, and alignment with the natural cycles of life. Discover how realignment with integrity, patience, and timeliness can set the stage for lasting progress both personally and professionally.…
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The Tragedy of Benedict Arnold with Joyce Lee Malcolm
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43:26From Lucifer’s rebellion to Adam and Eve’s expulsion, from Lancelot’s betrayal to Macbeth’s downfall, stories of greatness undone have gripped audiences for centuries. For America’s Revolutionaries, the cautionary examples of Julius Caesar and Oliver Cromwell warned of leaders who turned against the people. No figure embodies this tragic arc in Ame…
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The Well Within | Unlocking Renewal, Integrity, and Lasting Strength| Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:03This week, we turn to the wisdom of Replenishment, learning how to refill our inner reserves and restore balance after periods of strain. Like a well that sustains a community, we are reminded of the importance of care, integrity, and steady effort in nurturing ourselves and those around us.By David Mark Quigley
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July 4, 2026 the United States of America will celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. There will be thousands of commemorations across the nation, but the national effort is being led by America 250, the Semiquincentennial Commission with its mission to Educate, Engage, and Unite for our national celebration. We had a c…
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The Watchful Moments | How Focused Observation Shapes Your Next Move | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:20This week, we explore the art of Contemplation—learning how to see clearly, act with integrity, and lead by example. Through focused observation of both ourselves and the world around us, we can navigate shifting circumstances with insight, balance, and purpose.By David Mark Quigley
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The Battle for the Fourteenth Colony with Mark Anderson
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45:24What a story about the American incursion into Canada, 1774-1776! Mark R. Anderson learned about this episode in a military history class--and then, as an officer in the United States Air Force during the Iraq and Afghanistan campaigns earlier in this century, he recalled what he had learned, and wanted to find a good book on the Canadian campaign.…
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Collapse & Renewal | When Things Fall Apart So Something New Can Begin | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:27This week’s insight confronts us with the reality of decay and decline—but also reminds us that within every collapse lies the seed of renewal. The I Ching reveals how to meet breakdowns with stillness, integrity, and wisdom, so we can rebuild stronger from the ground up.By David Mark Quigley
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Benjamin Franklin in the Prelude to Independence
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37:52How does a Boston-born, Philadelphia printer, scientist and entrepreneur, journey from the position of a proud member of the British Empire with many friends at Court, to a leader in the movement for American Independence. Join Professor Robert Allison (Suffolk University) as we delve into the life and experiences of Benjamin Franklin. Tell us what…
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Promotion | Growing Upwards, Gaining Support, and Rising with Integrity | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:09This week, we’re guided by the wisdom of Promotion—showing us how true advancement comes from within, nurtured by persistence and supported by those around us. Discover how integrity, patience, and deliberate effort are the quiet forces behind rising to new heights in both life and work.By David Mark Quigley
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John Trumbull & Portraits of Patriots with Damien Cregeau
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40:18John Trumbull's paintings have done more to etch the key events of the American Revolution into America's memory than perhaps anyone else. The son of the Governor of Connecticut and the brother of a Governor of Connecticut, Trumbull served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. He knew many of the key figures of these events, and w…
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Radiance | Clarity, Integrity, and the Power of Enlightened Action | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:32This week’s insight reveals the illuminating energy of Radiance—an invitation to step forward with clarity, sincerity, and enlightened purpose. Discover how wisdom, genuine integrity, and decisive action can light your path through challenges and into meaningful progress.By David Mark Quigley
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Gradual Progress | Steady Steps, Lasting Success, and the Wisdom of Timing | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:04This week, we revisit the timeless insight of Gradual Progress—an opportunity to embrace patience, deepen roots, and honor the power of steady advancement. Discover how a slow, deliberate approach opens the door to long-term success, both personally and professionally.By David Mark Quigley
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18th Century Taverns, Where Politics and Potables Meet with Malcolm Purinton
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39:01Taverns in the 18th century were more than watering holes: they were centers of cultural, political and social influence, gathering places for communities and conduits through which news was conveyed by traders and travelers from far away. We talk with Professor Malcolm Purinton, author of Globalization in a Glass: The Rise of Pilsner Beer through …
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David Clay, MBE, Consul General of the United Kingdom in New England
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36:28Since parting ways 250 years ago, the United States and the United Kingdom have spent the intervening centuries building one of the most enduring and supportive international relationships. On today's Revolution 250 Podcast, Professor Robert Allison (Suffolk University) is in conversation with the UK Consul-General for New England, David Clay, MBE.…
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Inner Truth | Leading with Sincerity, Building with Integrity | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:15This week, we explore the transformative power of Inner Truth—how genuine integrity influences everything from our personal relationships to our professional decisions. Discover how aligning inner sincerity with outward action can open doors, build trust, and generate lasting success.By David Mark Quigley
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Colonel John Laurens with Professor Gregory Massey
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41:38Join us as we uncover the remarkable, complex life of John Laurens—soldier, diplomat, abolitionist, and one of the most passionate idealists of the American Revolution. Gregory D. Massey speaks with us about his acclaimed biography John Laurens and the American Revolution. Together we'll explore the fiery convictions and bold actions of a young Sou…
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Gradual Progress | Steady Growth, Patience, & Purposeful Development | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:08This week’s insight invites us to slow down and trust the natural pace of progress. With deliberate steps and unwavering integrity, we are reminded that true advancement—whether in business, relationships, or personal evolution—requires patience, stability, and sincerity.By David Mark Quigley
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Colonel John Durkee, The Bold Man from Bean Hill
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41:13We just celebrated the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill in which the men of Connecticut under Colonel Thomas Knowlton played a pivatol part. Today we investigate the life of another Connecticut patriot, Colonel John Durkee of Norwich, Connecticut. To help us learn more about Col. Durkee and his friends and neighbors in eastern Connect…
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If Joseph Warren had lived, Peter Oliver said, no one would have heard of Washington. This might be an exaggeration, but few patriot leaders were as important to the cause as Joseph Warren—Roxbury physician, chair of the Massachusetts Provincial Congress, chair of the Committee of Safety, Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge—he did not seek office, bu…
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Breakthrough | Resolute Action, Leadership, and Full Elimination | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:00This week, we explore the wisdom of decisive leadership, strategic elimination, and creative strength. Learn how to clear the path for progress by removing limiting forces—internal and external—with purpose and clarity, while setting the tone for renewal, growth, and enduring success.By David Mark Quigley
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For our 250th Episode, Pulitzer-prize winning author Rick Atkinson joins us to talk about his best-selling new book, The Fate of the Day: From Ticonderoga to Charleston, which focuses on the War between the British capture of Ticonderoga in 1777 to the fall of Charleston in 1780. HIs book, and our conversation, plumb the depths of the American Revo…
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Dispersing Barriers | Releasing, Renewing & Leading with Integrity | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:26This week, we explore how breaking down barriers—both internal and external—can open the way for progress and renewed unity.By David Mark Quigley
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Captain John Parker is famously supposed to have said on Lexington Green, "If they mean to have a war, let it begin here." Even if the attribution is true, did the British or the Provincials mean to have a war in April of 1775? Join Professor Robert Allison (Suffolk University) as he explores the aftermath of the events of April 19, 1775 through th…
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Gain | Purposeful Progress, Elevating Others, and Leading with Integrity | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:42This week, we explore how purposeful action, inner strength, and external influence come together to generate lasting gain. Learn how elevating others, taking bold steps, and staying true to your values can lead to meaningful, sustainable success.By David Mark Quigley
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Wise Boundaries | Sustainable Growth, Nourishing Limits, & Joy in Restraint | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:04This month, we uncover how setting wise limits and honoring our internal values can bring about steady growth and satisfaction. Discover how the I Ching's insight into discipline, nourishment, and thoughtful restraint offers a powerful guide to balance in both personal and professional life.By David Mark Quigley
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The Death of Jane McCrea with Blake Grindon
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41:44Jane McCrea’s death in 1777 became a powerful tool of Revolutionary propaganda, fueling anti-British sentiment across the colonies. Her murder by British-allied Native warriors was portrayed as savage and unjust, rallying support for the Patriot cause and highlighting the perceived brutality of British alliances. We talk with Blake Grindon about he…
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Attraction | Resonance, Influence & Balanced Connection | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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4:52This week’s episode explores the subtle power of resonance and mutual influence. Discover how stillness within and receptivity around you can shape the outcomes of your connections.By David Mark Quigley
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"All Ye That Pass By" with Avellina Balestri
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52:312027 will be the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Saratoga and the surrender of General John Burgoyne's forces to those of General Horatio Gates. Often called the "Turning Point of the Revolution" the victory over Burgoyne was instrumental in earning America its first European ally, France. Long a subject of legend and story, Burgoyne's expeditio…
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Strategic Strength | Stillness, Accumulation & Disciplined Readiness | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:00This week’s guidance centers on knowing when to act and when to hold steady. By gathering resources—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—we align ourselves with the power of disciplined restraint.By David Mark Quigley
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National Adams Memorial with Jackie Cushman
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34:18The monuments of Washington D.C. are among the most visited sites in our nation's capital. The legacies of Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Franklin Roosevelt are carried through the generations by their stone memorials in D.C. Today, there is a national commission to investigate and plan for a new addition to those memorials, one dedicated to J…
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Reduction | Simplicity, Balance & Return to What Matters | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:07This week, we are called to embrace the power of simplicity and intentional reduction. Through measured decrease, we make space for clarity, harmony, and renewal.By David Mark Quigley
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From Trenton to Yorktown with John R. Maass
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40:28What is a "turning point"? We talk with John Mass, whose new book From Trenton to Yorktown: Turning Points in the Revolutionary War looks at five episodes that changed the course of the war and lead toward the American victory. Which were the decisive moments? Listen to find out! Tell us what you think! Send us a text message!…
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Radiance | Clarity, Integrity, and Bold Action | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:00This week’s consultation explores how inner clarity and sincerity light the way for outer impact. By radiating truth and understanding, we create the conditions for unity, prosperity, and meaningful action.By David Mark Quigley
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Black Soldiers in America's Wars: 1754 - 1865
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43:36Don Troiani's magnificently detailed battle paintings and meticulously-researched uniforms bring to life early-American military history. He has collaborated with historian John Rees on a visual and artistic look at Black soldiers from the Seven Years War to the Civil War, in this richly-illustrated Don Troiani's Black Soldiers in America's Wars 17…
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Resilience | Perseverance, Clarity, and Unity Amid Adversity | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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4:49This week, we explore how to navigate exhaustion and adversity with clarity, inner strength, and the support of those closest to us. Discover how true resilience, timely action, and steadfast values can transform even the most restrictive circumstances into pathways for growth.By David Mark Quigley
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Francis Marion - The "Swamp Fox, " with John Oller
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38:42After World War II, book publishers and film makers worked to identify American heroes that they could promote to the world. Frequently these heroes were self-made men who used specialized knowledge or skills to defeat an overwhelming enemy. One such character was Francis Marion, a South Carolina plantation owner who utlized his knowledge of the co…
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Unity | Household Harmony, Lasting Influence & Steady Progress | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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4:56This week, we explore the power of household unity and its far-reaching effects. When harmony is nurtured at home, it reverberates through every aspect of our lives—professional, personal, and communal.By David Mark Quigley
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Needham Marches to the Fight at Arlington
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37:54As we get close to Patriots Day, let us remember that the fighting along "Battle Road" and the entire siege of Boston involved thousands of men from hundreds of communities. On April 19, 1775 as the "Lexington Alarm" spread throughout the region, towns mustered their militia and they marched towards the fight. Needham sent 185 men to fight the Redc…
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Eradicating | Cutting Through Confusion, Leading with Clarity | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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4:50This week, we dive into the insight of Eradicating—where truth, justice, and clarity demand our focus. This episode explores how removing what obstructs clarity will allow new energy to emerge.By David Mark Quigley
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On the afternoon of April 19, as the people of Plymouth and Barnstable counties heard of the battles at Lexington and Concord, they mustered their militia and sent them. .. to Marshfield. We talk with Patrick Browne of the Plymouth Antiquarian Society about the "almost battle of Marshfield," the only town outside of Boston that had a detachment of …
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Receptive Strength | Patience, Humility, & Quiet Power | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:10This week, we explore the quiet force of receptivity—how strength can be found in patience, responsiveness, and grounded action. Learn how humility, timing, and nurturing energy can lead to powerful outcomes in business, relationships, and personal growth.By David Mark Quigley
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Promise & Protest in the American Revolution
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36:53For 50 years the Scottish Rite Masonic Museum and Library in Lexington has been telling the story of America and the Masonic traditions that are interwoven with that narrative. The museum has a collection of more than 17,000 objects and manages another 11,000 objects belonging to the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. Objects from that collection and pi…
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Return | Realignment, Renewal, & Receptive Strength | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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4:26This week, we explore the power of turning back to what truly matters. Discover how alignment with timing, quiet reflection, and gentle realignment can lead to renewed clarity, direction, and inner power.By David Mark Quigley
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Loyalty and Patriotism in the American Revolution with Robert A. Gross
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44:01Loyalty and Patriotism in the American Revolution: Which side are you one? Are "loyalist" and "patriot" useful terms in deciphering the sides to the American Revolution? A conversation with Robert A. Gross, author of The Minutemen and their World, about the changing meanings of loyalty and patriotism in the era of the American Revolution. Tell us w…
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Gentle Influence | Proceeding Humbly & Embracing Opposition | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:13This week, we explore the profound strength found in humility and adaptability. By moving with quiet confidence and responding to differences with grace, we can foster deep transformation in our relationships, careers, and inner selves.By David Mark Quigley
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Strength Through Unity | Aligning Family, Leadership & Stability | Oracular Wisdom | David Mark Quigley
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5:21Family – Household Unity, emphasizing the essential role of harmony, respect, and clearly defined roles in creating stability in our personal and professional lives. Strong foundations are built in the home and expand outward into every aspect of our existence.By David Mark Quigley
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Loyalist Merchant Networks, Robert Treat Paine, and Jefferson as President
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41:05Christina Carrick, an editor at the Papers of Thomas Jefferson, formerly an editor at the Robert Treat Paine Papers, joins us to talk about Jefferson and Paine. She also talks about the loyalist family networks she has studied--New England merchants sent into exile who maintained connections with home. She also discusses editorial projects, and how…
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