Answering the Need, Pt1

Answering the Need, Pt1

February 26, 2026

About this episode

This episode explores the increasing reliance of Americans on community support amid economic challenges.

With the tightening economy, increased middle class anxiety, home foreclosures and lengthening lines at soup kitchens throughout the United States, more and more and more Americans will be relying on the good will of their neighbors. This documentary examines why people decide to offer their time and money to answer the need. To see additional resources and our other programs, please visit humanmedia.org . Humankind specials are heard on NPR and PRX member-stations, in association with GBH Boston.

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