Trish Kahle on the Labor History of Energy Systems
Peoples & Things
00:00
Exploring the Historical Labor of Electricity Systems
The chapter delves into the often overlooked history of labor within the electricity system, highlighting the roles of workers like linemen and pipefitters. It introduces an upcoming talk by a history professor focusing on the social history of American electricity and the broader field of energy humanities. The discussion emphasizes the need to shift away from economic language to truly understand the functions of the grid and the people involved.
Transcript
Play full episode
