EPISODE · Aug 12, 2025 · 4 MIN
From Silence to Song: The Workers Who Changed Detroit
from Hidden in Plain Sight · host Cumulus Media
Aug. 12, 2025 ~ A peaceful park in southwest Detroit holds the echoes of a powerful protest. In this episode, you'll uncover the story of the 1932 Fort Street Hunger March—where thousands of workers, united across racial and cultural lines, lifted their voices in song. They sang union hymns and spirituals, along with popular tunes of the day, filling the streets with a sound that carried hope, resilience, and a demand for dignity. Click in to discover how this historic moment still resonates through Detroit’s landscape and legacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Aug. 12, 2025 ~ A peaceful park in southwest Detroit holds the echoes of a powerful protest. In this episode, you'll uncover the story of the 1932 Fort Street Hunger March—where thousands of workers, united across racial and cultural lines, lifted their voices in song. They sang union hymns and spirituals, along with popular tunes of the day, filling the streets with a sound that carried hope, resilience, and a demand for dignity. Click in to discover how this historic moment still resonates through Detroit’s landscape and legacy.
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