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Spellbound: Molly Worthen on Charisma, Four Centuries of American History, and the Search for Meaning

Historically Thinking

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The Captivating Power of Communication in Crisis

This chapter explores the influence of Franklin D. Roosevelt's fireside chats, focusing on his captivating radio broadcasts during crises. It highlights FDR's unique communication style, blending charisma with effective message delivery, which significantly impacted audiences, especially students.

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