In this special Thanksgiving episode, Jenny Beth Martin is joined by David Barton, President of WallBuilders, for an in-depth look at the true history behind the Pilgrims, the first Thanksgiving, and the biblical foundations that helped shape America. Barton walks through the Pilgrims’ escape from religious persecution, their dangerous voyage on the Mayflower, and the miracles that allowed them to survive their first brutal winters in the New World.
He explains how the Pilgrims established self-government through the Mayflower Compact, why the Geneva Bible transformed Western civilization, and how Plymouth’s respect for private property, free markets, education, and individual liberty set it apart from the Jamestown colony. Barton also addresses common historical myths, including misconceptions about Native relations, slavery, and the 1619 narrative, providing documented historical context often ignored in modern education.
Jenny Beth and David also discuss America’s long tradition of Thanksgiving proclamations, including those issued by George Washington, Samuel Adams, and Abraham Lincoln. They explore why gratitude, faith, and national remembrance remain vital today and why America’s blessings cannot be taken for granted.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the Pilgrims’ worldview, the biblical roots of American freedom, and the importance of teaching true history to future generations.
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Guest: David Barton, President, WallBuilders | X: @DavidBartonWB
Host: Jenny Beth Martin, Honorary Chairman, Tea Party Patriots Action | X: @jennybethm