About this episode
The episode explores the untidy aspects of American history through the story of Paul and Essie Robeson.
At a time when the U.S. government is trying to make American history tidier, we try to learn from the mess. Including the untold, messy story of Paul and Essie Robeson.
Topics covered
- American history
- messy stories
- Paul Robeson
- government
- untold stories
Keywords
- American history
- Paul Robeson
- Essie Robeson
- government
- messy stories
Mentioned in this episode
Places: U.S.
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