Dive into a riveting discussion on the enduring mystery of the Edmund Fitzgerald's sinking and its symbolic intertwining with America's economic upheaval in the 1970s. Maggie is joined by historians Tom Nelson and Jerald Podair. They explore the infamous ship's legacy as a representation of the hardworking Midwest spirit and its catastrophic end amidst rogue waves and economic shifts. This hour critiques the neoliberal policies that emerged in the era, drawing parallels to today's political landscape and the struggles of the American middle class. With the backdrop of looming government shutdowns, the conversation urges a reevaluation of government roles in economic growth.

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