Smithsonian’s Stories from Main Street
Society & Culture:Documentary
Democracy can be messy. Americans share many common values and ideals, but views on how that works out in the democratic process and in public policy can vary widely. In this episode, you'll hear stories from everyday Americans about their experiences with democracy, polarization, unity, and the issues they care about most. Our storytellers grapple with the big questions about democracy: What level of debate and disagreement is proper? What issues matter the most? How do we balance the need for dissent with the need for unity?
Smithsonian's Stories from Main Street is produced by Better Lemon Creative Audio. Hannah Hethmon is your host.
Special: "Hopefully, My Generation Will Be the Ones to Change It"
Preview: Youth Voices
15: Good Relationships Build Stronger Communities
14: Great Things Happen Here
13: Comebacks and Ripple Effects
Preview: Small Town Innovation: Creativity and Resilience
Special: "Museum on Main Street: A Love Letter to Small-Town America" from Museums in Strange Places
12: My Vote, My Voice
11: Use Your Voice! Get Involved
Preview: Democracy in America: Voices and Votes
9: Are We at a Crossroads?
8: "Living in a Small Town Taught Me..." Identity in Rural America
7: Small Town = Hard Work
Season 2 Trailer: Change in Rural America
6: Worth Saving
5: Over and Under
4: An Invitation to Play
3: How We Grow
2: Work and the Water
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