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Hostess in Chief: Dolley Madison's Impact on American Society
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Hostess in Chief: Dolley Madison's Impact on American Society

With charm and strategy, Dolley Madison turned entertaining into a political tool and redefined what it meant to be First Lady.

It’s time to meet the woman who set the gold standard for the role of First Lady. With her natural charm and lively spirit, Dolley Madison hosted countless gatherings for Washington’s elite, turning social events into powerful political tools. Through the art of entertaining, she not only shaped the culture of the capital, but also advanced the influence and career of the nation’s fourth president, James Madison.

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Host and Executive Producer: Sharon McMahon

Supervising Producer: Melanie Buck Parks

Audio Producer: Craig Thompson

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