This Episode we are really gonna get into the actual events of the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire. Just as a warning the actual events of this fire are pretty dark. We try to not get too graphic with the retelling but also really want to underline the serious flaws and negligence that allowed this disaster to occur

After the fire, we will get into the Immediate outcry, the trial, and then the long lasting results. We talk about an absolute badass named Francis Perkins who eventually became the Secretary of Labor under FDR and creator of the Bureau of Labor Standards. We also cover two young Tamany politicians that end up becoming the face of Tamanays new progressive era: NY Senator Robert F Wagner and NY Governor and eventual Presidential Candidate Al Smith.

After that we get into the trial and finally see some justice!!! ... or not??? You will have to listen to find out!

Sources:
“Triangle: The Fire That Changed America”-David Von Drehle (2003)

“Time-lapse Animation of Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire”- https://www.myleszhang.org/2023/05/21/triangle-shirtwaist-fire/

"The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory and the FDNY"- FDNY Newsletter http://www.fdnysbravest.com/Div7NewsletterMay_June2019.pdf

***ALERT! If you are in New York City or have the Internet, here is the Link to Emily's Amazing Show: DADGIRL.***

https://tickets.frigid.nyc/event/6897:774/

"Comedian Emily Walsh still doesn't know if she wants kids, but if given the choice she'd like to be the dad. Join Emily on her darkly hilarious and heartfelt decision making process as she navigates gender norms, supportive partners, societal expectations and whether or not you can be the dad if you grew up without one. A must-see show if you've ever been a child, or thought about having one.

The Final Performance is on Monday Dec 16th at the UnderSt. Marks theatre. If you can,t make it in person, Fear not! There is a Streaming option in the link.

This show means alot to both of us and would love to see you there! We took it all the way to Edinburgh and brought it back for an amazing run in New York. The Show is just as Dark and Hilarious as our pod so check it out!

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