‘It Was Ugly’

About this episode

The episode explores the challenges faced by the Robinsons and their Black neighbors in the 1920s as they navigate success amidst growing threats.

Episode 3 -- It’s one thing to become successful. It’s another to hold onto it. Eric finds that in the 1920s, people were coming for the Robinsons and their Black neighbors. And he uncovers how the blatant threats hid beneath mild-mannered suits and ties. The Robinsons’ courage and ambition are putting them more and more at risk. For documents, photos and other source material related to this episode, go to: https://www.startribune.com/ghost-of-a-chance-podcast-episode-3-guide/601204957 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• success
• racism
• courage
• ambition
• history
• threats

Keywords

• Robinsons
• 1920s
• success
• racism
• courage
• ambition
• history

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Robinsons

Places: 1920s

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