Stuff You Should Know EXTRA! EXTRA! The Newsboy Strike Episode!
Jun 27, 2024
The podcast dives into the Newsboy Strike of 1899, revealing how young newsboys fought for fair wages and rights amidst harsh conditions. It highlights their unity in action against exploitation and the significance of grassroots mobilization in labor history. Humorously, it contrasts the response of major newspapers and discusses the integration of technology in advertising. Cultural reflections like the journey of the musical 'Newsies' add depth, showcasing how past struggles resonate in modern activism.
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The Tipping Point
- Newsboys in Long Island City discovered a journal delivery person stealing papers from their bundles.
- This ignited the strike, with the newsboys tipping over his wagon and stealing the papers back.
Collective Power
- A group of children can achieve remarkable feats through collective action.
- The newsboys' tipping of the wagon demonstrates the power of unified effort.
Wall Street Parade
- Striking newsboys marched down Wall Street, chanting their support for the strike.
- Brokerage employees threw ticker tape from windows, creating an impromptu parade.