
Cardinal News 250
“Cardinal News 250” tells the little-known stories of Virginia’s role in our country’s march to independence. As we head toward America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, we examine the events, people and places that shaped the Commonwealth and the nation—beyond what’s in the history books. Cardinal News publishes “Cardinal 250” features at least once a month; this podcast is made possible in part by funding from the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA 250).
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Podcasting since 2024 • 14 episodes
Cardinal News 250
Latest Episodes
Ep 14: A Virginia spy
A fake name, perhaps a fake accent, and rum. All figure into an examination of John Wyatt. Host Dutchie Jessee talks about this fascinating character with Michael Hudson, Executive Director of the Smithfield-Preston Foundation in Blacksburg.
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Episode 14
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E13: Give Me Liberty
It’s considered one of the ten greatest speeches in American history. Patrick Henry’s “give me liberty or give me death” address has been a part of our national story for 250 years. Join host Dutchie Jessee and her guest Stephen Wilson, who hel...
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Episode 13
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E12: Billy Flora
Billy Flora was a Black Revolutionary War hero from Virginia. His heroics in one particular battle were nothing short of extraordinary. Hear his story in this episode of the Cardinal News 250 podcast. Host Dutchie Jessee. Guest: Harvey Bakari, ...
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Episode 12
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E11: Age and Our Founding Fathers
When you picture our “founding fathers,” do you picture older white men? Most of us do, but it’s more accurate to picture them as young or middle-aged. In this Cardinal News 250 episode, Dutchie Jessee talks with James Madison University profes...
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Episode 11
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25:40

Ep 10: Music of the Revolution
Before downloads, before CD’s and records, music was played live only. So what kind of music was played in the years around the Revolutionary War, and who played it? Cardinal News 250 host Dutchie Jessee talks with journalist Randy Walker about...
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Episode 10
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