Politicology

Explained: The Presidential Transfer of Power

This episode was recorded when Ron Steslow was host of The Lincoln Project Podcast (www.lincolnproject.us). He is no longer affiliated with the organization. This feed is now the home of Politicology. Host Ron Steslow sits down with fellow Lincoln Project co-founder Steve Schmidt to discuss the history of presidential transitions dating back to 1797, why the presidential concession is a corner stone of American democracy, and why the results of the election must be honored in this election.

Politics in America is transforming. We’re embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers—and more—to discuss America’s political present and future and dive into the deeper problems we face as a nation. Email us questions or comments: podcast@politicology.com. New episodes Wednesdays and Fridays.