BOOM! - Episode 1: 1968 Born to be wild

This podcast episode delves into the experiences and perspectives of American men and women born in the 1940s, exploring their role in shaping American politics. It highlights the significant events of the time, such as the impact of World War II, the disillusionment during the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement, and the aftermath of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The episode also examines the political climate of the late 1960s, marked by student activism, campus protests, and the rise of the New Left movement. It concludes with the lasting impact of the election of 1968 and the division it created in the country's views and direction.