From Nixon to Carter (1969-1980) Podcast
From America’s great hope after Nixon’s election victory, to disillusionment after Watergate through to President Carter’s election. A fascinating social, cultural and political history of American life, through the words of British-American journalist and broadcaster, Alastair Cooke (1908 – 2004).
Episodes to download
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Groucho Marx and Bing Crosby
Fri 23 Dec 1977
Profiles of entertainers Groucho Marx (1898-1977) and Bing Crosby (1903-1977).
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Smallpox eradicated
Fri 16 Dec 1977
World Health Organisation announces smallpox has been eradicated.
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National miners' strike
Fri 9 Dec 1977
Coal miners call national strike as energy plans top national agenda.
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US defence of Israel
Fri 2 Dec 1977
Middle East peace talks falter as US considers its defence of Israel.
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Armed service pregnancy
Fri 18 Nov 1977
US air force makes new rule allowing pregnant servicewomen to stay.
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Anti-Semitism and WASPs
Fri 16 Sep 1977
This episode contains references to racially offensive song lyrics.
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'Son of Sam' killer caught
Fri 26 Aug 1977
Son of Sam killer caught. Echoes of Sacco and Vanzetti case.
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Death of Elvis, August 1977
Fri 19 Aug 1977
Death of Elvis. Carter's move away from liberal promises.
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Media coverage of looting
Fri 5 Aug 1977
Suggestion that radio coverage of blackout fuelled looting.
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Why do Americans love their flag?
How The Stars and Stripes became an emotional symbol of a nation.
