Michael E. Parrish

Michael E. Parrish, Professor Emeritus at UC San Diego and author of Anxious Decades, dives deep into the Roaring Twenties. He discusses the allure and fallout of Ponzi schemes that captivated countless investors. Parrish expertly examines the era's cultural vibrancy alongside rising anxieties, spotlighting evolving gender roles and the push for civil rights amidst urbanization. He connects the get-rich mentality of the decade with today’s economic issues, reminding listeners of the lessons learned from this transformative period in American history.