"Hard Times" - Stories from the Great Depression
Note: These interviews were collected in the 1960s and 1970s, and most deal with the Great Depression, although some do touch on issues of the 60's and 70s. Their stories represent a variety of perspectives and experiences. Be aware that some of the interviewees' memories address racist attitudes and discrimination, and some will use racial slurs.
As you listen, think about these questions:
- What common themes or similarities do we see in these interviews?
- Which story stood out to you the most? Why?
- What do we learn from listening to these stories that we don't get from reading a secondary source (like a textbook)? How do they change our understanding of the Great Depression?
Audio is here.
Transcript is here for those who want to read along as they listen. Start at "Act One: Hard Times."
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