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310: Ronald Reagan and the American Dream (Part 1)

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Reagan reads a book called 'That Printer of Udell's' by Harold Bell Wright, which had a massive effect on him and his faith.

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Ronald "Dutch" Reagan was born in 1911 to a humble family of Illinois, his father an FDR-loving democrat, his mother a notable member of the local Christian community. A high school football star, "Dutch" would grow up to become one of America's favourite sports broadcasters, a Hollywood actor and a union leader, before finally entering American political life in 1964. The first episode of our three-part series on Ronald Reagan sees Tom and Dominic look at his childhood, his early career, his romantic life pre-Nancy, and the beginning of his journey towards Republican politics. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith
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Reagan reads a book called 'That Printer of Udell's' by Harold Bell Wright, which had a massive effect on him and his faith.

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Key quote: Reagan reads a book called 'That Printer of Udell's' by Harold Bell Wright, which had a massive effect on him and his faith.
Reagan discusses how 'That Printer of Udell's' significantly influenced his personal beliefs and faith journey. He emphasizes the profound effect the book had on him, suggesting its importance in understanding spiritual growth.
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Reagan discusses how 'That Printer of Udell's' significantly influenced his personal beliefs and faith journey. He emphasizes the profound effect t…

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Knute Rockne, All-American

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The film features Ronald Reagan playing George Gipp, a football player who died young. It highlights the story of Gipp and his impact on sports.

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Birth of a Nation

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The very racist film when it comes out, which Reagan's household does not allow moon and Dutch to watch.