This podcast episode explores the impact of World War II and the Vietnam War on the baby boomer generation. It delves into the patriotism and romanticized view of post-war American life that the baby boomers experienced. The podcast also discusses the disillusionment caused by the Vietnam War, the radicalization of young boomers, and the rise of campus radicalism. The episode highlights pivotal moments such as the Tet Offensive, the impact of Martin Luther King's assassination, and the influence of Robert Kennedy. It reflects on the divisions in American society during the 1968 presidential election and the lasting legacy of the baby boomer generation.
