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The Great Depression

The Great Depression

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From the crash of 1929 to the New Deal — the human story of America's darkest economic era.Copyright Podra Network Mondiale
Episodi
  • Forgotten Voices: Women and Minorities in the Depression

    Forgotten Voices: Women and Minorities in the Depression
    Jun 17 2026
    In this powerful episode of The Great Depression, host James Hartley explores the often-overlooked experiences of women and minorities during the 1930s economic crisis. Discover how the Great Depression affected different communities in vastly different ways, from middle-class white women entering the workforce for the first time to African American families facing dual discrimination, Mexican American families forced from their homes during repatriation programs, and Native American communities struggling with reduced federal support. Learn about the discriminatory practices in New Deal programs, the rise of women's labor activism, and how traditional family structures were challenged during this tumultuous decade. This episode examines the resilience and survival strategies of marginalized communities while highlighting the complex intersection of race, gender, and class during America's darkest economic hour. Through careful historical analysis, we uncover the forgotten voices that helped shape the nation's response to unprecedented economic hardship. Essential listening for understanding the complete story of the Great Depression beyond the traditional narratives. Features discussion of the Mexican Repatriation program, discriminatory employment practices, women's labor movements, and the uneven implementation of federal relief programs across racial and gender lines.
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    5 min
  • The Banking Crisis: How Roosevelt Saved the Financial System

    The Banking Crisis: How Roosevelt Saved the Financial System
    Jun 10 2026
    In this compelling episode of The Great Depression, host James Hartley explores the dramatic banking crisis of 1933 and Franklin D. Roosevelt's swift response that saved America's financial system. Learn about the catastrophic bank failures that preceded FDR's inauguration, when over 4,000 banks collapsed in just three months, leaving millions of Americans without access to their life savings. Discover how Roosevelt's unprecedented four-day bank holiday, implemented just two days after taking office, provided crucial breathing room for emergency reforms. The episode examines the historic Emergency Banking Act, passed by Congress in record time, and Roosevelt's legendary first fireside chat that restored public confidence in the banking system. Hartley details the immediate aftermath, when deposits actually exceeded withdrawals as banks reopened, marking a remarkable turnaround from panic to stability. The discussion includes the lasting impact of New Deal banking reforms, including the Glass-Steagall Act and the creation of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, which fundamentally transformed American banking. This episode offers valuable insights into presidential crisis management, the importance of public communication during emergencies, and how decisive government action can restore economic stability during times of unprecedented financial turmoil.
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    6 min
  • Putting America Back to Work: The CCC and WPA

    Putting America Back to Work: The CCC and WPA
    Jun 3 2026
    In this compelling episode of The Great Depression, host James Hartley examines two groundbreaking New Deal programs that transformed America's response to mass unemployment. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and Works Progress Administration (WPA) put millions of Americans back to work between 1933 and 1942, creating lasting infrastructure while restoring hope during the nation's worst economic crisis. Learn how the CCC employed over 2.5 million young men in conservation projects, planting three billion trees and building the foundation of America's park system. Discover how the WPA revolutionized public employment by hiring not just construction workers, but artists, writers, and musicians, employing eight million Americans across diverse sectors. This episode explores the programs' remarkable achievements, including 600,000 miles of roads, 100,000 bridges, and 125,000 public buildings, while honestly addressing their limitations and controversies. From racial segregation in CCC camps to political accusations against WPA hiring practices, Hartley presents a balanced view of these ambitious government initiatives. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students of the Great Depression, and anyone interested in how America overcame economic catastrophe through innovative job creation programs that continue benefiting communities today.
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    5 min
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