Part 1: The Birth of McCarthyism
About The Episode
Joseph McCarthy grew up on a Wisconsin farm where he learned the value of hard work. After serving in World War II, McCarthy capitalized on his military service to launch a successful Senate campaign. As the Cold War intensifies, McCarthy seizes the opportunity to exploit public fears of communism, framing himself as a defender of American democracy. Discover how his rise coincides with a national climate of paranoia, setting the stage for the demagoguery that would define his career. Explore the ambition, fear, and complexities of power, as McCarthy's story unfolds against the backdrop of a nation grappling with its identity and values.
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Credits:
Lead Producer: Devin Maverick Robins
Associate Producer: Meiqian He
Scriptwriter: Galen Beebe
Editor: Devin Maverick Robins
Editorial Advisor: John Bredar
Sound Designer: Jack Pombriant
Narrator: James Edwards
Executive Producer: Cameo George