Audiobooks by David Hudson

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg: First in Her Class

Join bestselling author and constitutional scholar David L. Hudson, Jr. for awe-inspiring listening on the life and career of one of the most revered Supreme Court justices in U.S. history. Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, was already a legendary lawyer before she ever became a federal judge. For many years, she brilliantly litigated gender discrimination cases, including several that reached the Supreme Court. In her later years, her legal victories and lifelong commitment to justice elevated her to the status of pop culture icon when she became known as "the Notorious RBG." In this engrossing 12-lecture audio series, Supreme Court expert David L. Hudson Jr. provides an inside look at Ginsburg's life and career from her childhood in Brooklyn to her 27-year tenure on the Court of Last Resort. You'll get to know her as a young woman who overcame personal tragedy, antisemitism, and sexism to graduate at the top of her class and gain acceptance to Cornell University. You'll then follow Ginsburg on her boundary-breaking trajectory through law school and into her early advocacy as an attorney, her appointment to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, and her confirmation hearing before the U.S. Senate. As you examine her most famous opinions and dissents, you'll gain renewed admiration for the woman behind the powerful pen. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

David Hudson (Author), David Hudson (Narrator)

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Thurgood Marshall: "Mr. Civil Rights" and the Fight for Racial Justice

Known as "Mr. Civil Rights" for his advocacy on behalf of racial justice, Thurgood Marshall argued before the U.S. Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education, arguably the most important Supreme Court decision in history. He later became the first African American to serve as U.S. Solicitor and as a Supreme Court Justice. Justice William Brennan wrote that his friend and colleague was "the central figure in this nation's struggle to eliminate institutional racism." In this powerful 15-lecture audio series from award-winning law professor David L. Hudson Jr., you'll follow the trajectory that led Marshall to become a transformational counsel for the NAACP and in 1967 the first African American Supreme Court Justice. He sat on the Court for 24 years, leaving an indelible impact in many areas of law. You'll understand why Justice Elena Kagan has called him "the most important lawyer of the 20th century." The author or editor of more than 40 books, Hudson is a leading expert on the U.S. Constitution and landmark Supreme Court cases. He presents on Marshall's groundbreaking accomplishments with authority and awe. This series will leave you with a deeper appreciation of one of America's racial pioneers and true heroes of American life. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

David Hudson, David L. Hudson (Author), David Hudson, David L. Hudson (Narrator)

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America's Greatest Moments in Sports: Legendary Feats of Strength, Endurance, and Will

Your first kiss. The birth of a child. Your first big job. These indelible memories shape our identity. Great sports moments do that too. Join one of America's most prolific sports history writers and relive 15 spectacular sports moments that transfixed and inspired a nation. David L. Hudson, Jr. is the author of over 40 books, an award-winning professor, and a judge for professional boxing events. In this audio series, he explores unforgettable sports moments spanning football, baseball, golf, basketball, tennis, soccer and more. You'll sit ringside as Muhammad Ali employs the "rope-a-dope" strategy to upset George Foreman in Zaire and cheer as Secratariat wins the Triple Crown at the Belmont Stakes by an astounding 31 lengths. You'll gasp as Reggie Jackson leads the Yankees to the World Series Championship with three home runs and marvel as Wilt Chamberlain scores 100 points in a single NBA game. You'll also take in moments of triumph whose significance transcends the realm of sports, such as Jesse Owens' victory at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, which shattered Adolph Hitler's noxious myth of Aryan superiority. Hudson will reanimate your favorite moments in sports history and shed new light on the men and women who achieved them. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

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Superstar Heroes: How 10 Athletes Inspired Greatness in Sports and Life

Get to know the individuals behind some of the historic moments in sports that sent a shiver down our collective spine. Your presenter in this 12-part audio series is Professor David Hudson, an award-winning teacher, leading expert on sports history, and championship boxing judge. Through these captivating lectures, you'll meet the audacious Muhammad Ali, who defied the United States government by standing up for his religious beliefs even though it cost him his heavyweight crown at his fistic peak. You'll spend time with Wilma Rudolph, who defied expectations by overcoming childhood polio to become the fastest woman in the world. Other featured figures are noteworthy not only for their athletic prowess but also for their longevity and sphere of influence. In the lecture on Chicago Bulls phenom Michael Jordan, you'll meet the man who set a ten-year NBA scoring record, revolutionized the sportswear industry, and inspired a documentary commanding a viewership of 5.6 million. Did you know that Babe Didrikson Zaharias was the only track-and field athlete ever to take home individual medals in an Olympic running, throwing, and jumping event? Or that Serena Williams won more Grand Slam singles titles than any other person during the open era? Learn more fascinating facts like these as you spectate from a new vantage point with Prof. Hudson today. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

David Hudson (Author), David Hudson (Narrator)

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The American Constitution 101

A captivating 24-lecture audio series on the U.S. Constitution by award-winning law professor David L. Hudson Jr. Written more than two hundred years ago, the Constitution remains the backbone of American government and an example of freedom and democracy the world over. Once called the "Miracle at Philadelphia," it remains America's vital governing force today. Join Prof. Hudson to learn how and why this foundational document came to be and how it has been interpreted and applied to all facets of American life. As Janis Adams Kyser, Director of the Tennessee Center for Civic Learning and Engagement, writes, "His true gift is educating students, educators, professors, and citizens on the US Constitution, Bill of Rights, and American liberties.... I could write for hours about the qualities of David Hudson." Your audio course will begin in the summer of 1787, as the Founding Fathers met to revise the Articles of Confederation, then explore the ratification process and James Madison's championing of the Bill of Rights. After considering pivotal moments in constitutional history, including later amendments and influential periods of the Supreme Court, you'll explore contemporary ramifications of the First Amendment as well as the articles of impeachment. Through captivating lectures, you'll not only learn how the Constitution was formed, but travel through history to see how it has shaped U.S. politics ever since. You'll see powerful examples of how the Constitution ensured that the United States would be governed by the rule of law. After listening to this series, you'll have a greater appreciation for the sweaty work that forged the Constitution, as well as the document's role throughout U.S. history. Don't miss this chance to engage more fully with the work that changed the United States forever. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

David Hudson, David L. Hudson (Author), David Hudson, David L. Hudson (Narrator)

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Legends of the Ring: The Great American Boxers

The definitive series on America's boxing greats by a renowned boxing expert, author of over 40 books, and world-champion boxing judge. No sport is more enthralling than boxing. From bare-knuckle boxer John L. Sullivan in the late 1800s to the ferocious fists of "Iron" Mike Tyson in the 1980s, the sport of boxing has shaped American culture for more than a century. The so-called "sweet science" has captured our imaginations with the culture shock of legendary Jack Johnson, the worldwide phenomenon of Muhammad Ali, and a whole cast of colorful characters. As famed boxing announcer Larry Merchant once said, boxing is the "theater of the unexpected. " Its storied history has seen momentous bouts, the breakdown of racial barriers, and fights of the century. In this 18-part series, the inimitable David L. Hudson, Jr. , takes you on a thrilling ringside ride. You'll explore the rich history of the sport, its greatest heavyweight champions, controversial decisions, historic upsets, and much more. Along the way, you will hear the sagas of such luminaries as Joe Louis, Jersey Joe Walcott, Sugar Ray Robinson, Floyd Mayweather, Oscar De La Hoya, Sugar Ray Leonard, Rocky Marciano, Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman. Other lectures cover controversial decisions, ring weirdness, and bare-knuckle boxing. You don't want to miss this revelatory, no-holds-barred exploration of boxing. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

David Hudson (Author), David Hudson (Narrator)

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Landmark Supreme Court Decisions and How They Impact Your Life

How has the Supreme Court impacted your life? Can the police search your emails? What made desegregation possible? Who is entitled to equal protection under the law? What are your essential rights and freedoms? What are the government's responsibilities and limits? 16 Supreme Court cases have played an outsized role in answering these vital questions. You may know many by name - like Brown v. Board of Education, Roe v. Wade, and Marbury v. Madison. But who were the people involved, and what issues were at stake? How have your life and your country changed because of these decisions? Join award-winning professor David L. Hudson on a riveting journey through these 16 monumental decisions. You will come away with a better understanding of American history, the legal system, and your individual freedoms. And you will enjoy each step, replete with vivid stories, along your way. A legal scholar with over 40 books to his name, Prof. Hudson also happens to be a judge - of professional boxing. You'll find that his lectures take after his own refreshing blend of knowledgeability on the one hand and liveliness on the other. By the end of the course, you will have gained a deep understanding of some of the Court's landmark decisions. You will also better understand how the Supreme Court actually works, and what its role might be for our future as a nation.

David Hudson (Author), David Hudson (Narrator)

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The Bill of Rights: Understanding Constitution and Your Freedoms

From free speech to fair trials, many of your rights as an American are guaranteed by the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution. Known as the Bill of Rights, this enduring document-along with its interpretation-continues to inspire debate and shape our lives. But if you're like most Americans, you haven't had a chance to explore the Constitution and its fascinating history since you were a teenager. Now, The Bill of Rights: Understanding the Constitution and Your Freedoms offers you an engaging and accessible refresher led by a legal scholar and expert on the Bill of Rights. Under the guidance of award-winning Professor David L. Hudson, Jr. , you'll begin by examining the historic development of the Bill of Rights. Then you'll turn your attention to the freedoms found in its pages. Throughout the course, Prof. Hudson uses contemporary examples to help you grasp the meaning and implications of your individual liberties. In 19 lectures, you'll explore the deeper meaning of those liberties. Some of the most famous include freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to keep and bear arms. Others you may be less familiar with include freedom of assembly, freedom to petition the government for a redress of grievances, freedom from double jeopardy, and the right to a grand jury. Don't just know your rights. For an enjoyable, memorable, and illuminating discussion of what Madison once called "the Great Rights of Mankind," look no further. This course is part of the Learn25 collection.

David Hudson (Author), David Hudson (Narrator)

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Freedom of Speech: Understanding the First Amendment

Free speech lies at the heart of our American identity. The Founding Fathers enshrined this right in the first 45 words of the Bill of Rights. But what does the First Amendment really mean? How have views of its provisions evolved since 1791? The First Amendment grants us freedom of religion and the press, as well as the rights to petition and peaceful assembly. But perhaps no doctrine is as important to liberty as the freedom of speech. In this 12-lecture audio course, First Amendment expert Professor David L. Hudson, Jr., leads you on a gripping tour of free speech law in the United States. Holding it up as a blueprint for personal liberty, you will examine the history of the First Amendment as well as the terminology and theories that undergird it. Freedom of speech encompasses all manner of expression, both verbal and non-verbal. Through a close reading of the Free Speech Clause and a recap of the Founding Fathers' historical moment, you'll see why it was and continues to be a cornerstone of American culture. In five hours, this succinct and brilliantly-taught course gives you the opportunity to comprehend the historical, legal, and philosophical basis for one of your most vital rights. You will better understand current free speech debates and gain valuable insight into the First Amendment's future.

David Hudson (Author), David Hudson (Narrator)

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