Jerryworld 2: Leatherhead (Patreon)

It's day three of our "re-release" series, which means it's time for one of our favorite episodes: Leatherhead.

More than just a biography of Gerald Ford Jr.'s early years, Leatherhead is a geographical and cultural tour of Jerry's hometown, Grand Rapids, Michigan. The class-based and ethnic lines demarcating the city's neighborhoods, plus the Calvinist work ethic pervading its business community, shaped the man Jerry grew into. As the title suggests, this episode also covers Jerry's deep connection with football, a sport that helped him gain status and celebrity in Grand Rapids.