About This Episode
What is this episode about?
The episode "Benedict Arnold | The Hero of Saratoga | 1" from American Scandal covers the transformation of Revolutionary War general Benedict Arnold from celebrated military leader to infamous traitor. Arnold inspires American forces to a pivotal victory on the battlefield, a moment that should have cemented his place among the Revolution's great heroes. Instead, he faces stolen credit for his achievements, political attacks from rivals, mounting personal debt, and public humiliation. The episode traces how these compounding pressures push Arnold toward a breaking point, setting him on the path toward what the episode describes as the most infamous betrayal in American history.
Hosts and release
Lindsay Graham hosts American Scandal, a series that digs into America's most notorious scandals with a focus on what drives people to break the rules and the consequences they face as a result. The show is produced by Wondery and spans 286 episodes across 60 seasons, exploring themes of political corruption, economic crime, and abuse of power. This episode, the first in the series, runs 40 minutes and was released on October 13, 2026. American Scandal is available on Apple Podcasts and other major podcast platforms.
