James Madison

James Madison: The OG Big Brain of American Democracy

James Madison—brilliant thinker, reluctant wartime leader, and the guy who had to flee when the British set the White House on fire. His presidency was a whirlwind of war, economic chaos, and some serious "well, that escalated quickly" moments. From masterminding the Constitution to barely surviving the War of 1812, Madison’s legacy is a mix of genius, struggle, and one badass First Lady who quite literally saved history. Was he a visionary or just in way over his head? Press play and find out.