Episode 6 of APUSH for ALL, "The Great Depression: The Crash, the Crisis, and America’s Struggle," explores the causes, impact, and response to the worst economic downturn in U.S. history. It begins with the 1929 stock market crash and explains how overproduction, consumer debt, and bank failures fueled the crisis. The episode examines President Hoover’s limited response, including the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and the controversial Bonus Army crackdown. Connections are drawn to modern economic crises, from 2008 to COVID-19 relief. The hosts conclude with key takeaways and study tips for APUSH students, setting up next week’s discussion on the New Deal.

In today's episode, the gang explores the dynamic transformations of the 1920s. The hosts discuss economic prosperity, consumerism, and technological advancements like Ford’s assembly line and household appliances. They examine cultural shifts, including the rise of jazz, Hollywood’s The Jazz Singer, and the Harlem Renaissance. Political topics include laissez-faire policies, the Teapot Dome Scandal, and the Scopes Trial. The episode also highlights global finance, the Dawes Plan, and struggles faced by farmers and laborers. Drawing modern parallels, the hosts connect past conflicts with today’s issues in media, education, and economic cycles.

This episode explores the profound impact of World War I on American society. Drawing from Hemingway’s short story, the gang discusses the struggles of returning veterans, the psychological toll of war, and the lack of support for traumatized soldiers. The episode also examines how women’s wartime roles fueled the push for suffrage, the racial injustices faced by Black veterans, and the repression of political dissent through the Espionage and Sedition Acts.

In this episode ofAPUSH for ALL, we unpack the complex history of tariffs in America, exploring their economic and political impact from the nation’s founding to the present. The gang discusses the dual purpose of tariffs—raising government revenue and protecting domestic industries—highlighting early policies like Alexander Hamilton’s vision for economic independence and the protective tariffs that fueled sectional tensions.

Key moments include theTariff of Abominations (1828) and theNullification Crisis, when South Carolina, led by John C. Calhoun, challenged federal authority. The episode also covers the infamousSmoot-Hawley Tariff (1930), which worsened the Great Depression, and modern trade policies from Reagan to Trump.

Do tariffs safeguard American jobs, or do they trigger economic downturns and trade wars? With connections to APUSH themes like federalism, economic policy, and globalization, this episode makes clear—tariffs are anything but boring.

In this episode of APUSH for ALL, we dive into the Progressive Era (1890–1920), a time of widespread social, political, and economic reform in response to the excesses of the Gilded Age. They explore key Progressive reforms, from Theodore Roosevelt’s trust-busting policies to the rise of investigative journalism, including Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle and Ida Tarbell’s takedown of Standard Oil. The hosts also discuss major political changes, such as the 17th and 19th Amendments, and the fight for labor rights, highlighted by the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. Additionally, they connect Progressive ideals to modern issues like labor unions, corporate regulation, and voting rights. Wrapping up, they pose a big question: Are we on the verge of a second Progressive Era? Tune in for an engaging, lively discussion packed with historical analysis and modern parallels!

This episode of APUSH for All explores the parallels between President William McKinley’s imperial policies and modern foreign policy debates. Hosts Ms. Keltner and Dr. Garrison discuss the late 19th-century expansionist movement, including the Spanish-American War, the annexation of the Philippines, and the justifications for U.S. imperialism. They highlight opposition from the Anti-Imperialist League and the long-term impact on American foreign policy.

Fast forward to 2025, former President Donald Trump has invoked McKinley’s legacy, advocating for territorial expansion and military power projection. The hosts examine how leaders past and present justify intervention in moral terms and how the legacy of imperialism continues to shape U.S. policy today.

This episode connects directly to APUSH themes on imperialism and U.S. interventionism, helping students prepare for key exam topics.