More than just an image, Rosie the Riveter became a powerful symbol of women's labor and resilience during World War II. Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, read about how this wartime icon encouraged women to join the workforce and how her influence continues today. Listen in for the surprising history behind the famous "We Can Do It!" poster.

Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman

Full Wikipedia article here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosie_the_Riveter

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