In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary life of Theodore Roosevelt, a sickly boy who transformed himself into one of the toughest, most dynamic figures in American history. From his privileged but challenging childhood to leading the legendary Rough Riders in the Spanish-American War, Roosevelt’s path to greatness was anything but ordinary.

We’ll explore his rise to the vice presidency, his unexpected move into the White House at age 42, and how he redefined the role of the presidency with bold action, reform, and unrelenting energy. Finally, we’ll follow him through his post-presidential adventures, including a third-party run for the presidency and a near-fatal expedition in the Amazon, leading up to his death in 1919.