The Great Depression

In this Breau US History Podcast episodes, we explore the Great Depression-one of the most catastrophic economic crises in American history. From the stock market crash of 1929 to the widespread unemployment, bank failures and dust storms that follow, we examine how the Depression reshaped everyday life for millions of Americans. We’ll also discuss how the federal government responded, focusing on Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal and the lasting changes it brought to the role of government in the economy. Along the way, we highlight personal stories, key policies, and big questions about responsibility, recovery, and resilience that still matter today.