Dennis Pogue

Interview with Dennis Pogue

What do the Mount Vernon folks think about Washington's Birthday becoming President's Day? Dennis talks with Jim Blasingame about this and you might be surprised as the answer. They also talk about what you will find when you visit Mt. Vernon, including period animals, the distillery, and live reenactments.

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Mt. Vernon is a continually evolving national treasure. Dennis Pogue joins Jim Blasingame to report on the ongoing archaeological efforts at Mt. Vernon and what you can expect to see when you visit.
George Washington continues to impress Americans. Dennis Pogue joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the dedication and contribution of George Washington to the success of America and why we still honor him after more than 200 years.
George Washington had a vision that America would become “the granary to the world." Dennis Pogue joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the grand vision George Washington had for the future of America and its place in the world marketplace.
Did George Washington really found the American whiskey industry? Dennis Pogue joins Jim Blasingame to discuss George Washington’s successful whiskey distillery and other entrepreneurial endeavors.
Many become newly-minted Americans at the home of America’s first president. Dennis Pogue joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the annual July 4th Naturalization Ceremony held at George Washington's home, Mount Vernon.