When a German U-boat torpedoed the RMS Lusitania on Friday, May 7th, 1915, Americans found two new enemies: Germany and the beer it was so associated with. Anti-German sentiment grew, and with it hostility to the breweries founded in the 19th century by German immigrants. Soon, the war effort and the temperance movement were linked: it was patriotic to abstain, and Prohibition became law.How did America cope? They swapped their stool at the bar for a seat at the soda shop, listening to new radios and the first ever baseball broadcasts. But Americans’ thirst wasn’t ever fully quenched: they turned to family doctors who prescribed “medicinal alcohol,” and then finally to the bootleggers, moonshiners and rum-runners who made, smuggled and sold hooch of all types, from top-shelf French cognac to homemade swill that might just kill you.For more about the Lusitania, check out Dead Wake: The Crossing of the Lusitania by Erik Larson.Daniel Okrent’s Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition has more information on medicinal alcohol and how it was prescribed by doctors. To learn more about medicinal beer, this article by Beverly Gage for The Smithsonian is excellent.The 1991 study “Alcohol Consumption During Prohibition” by Jeffrey A. Miron and Jeffrey Zwiebel, is considered the definitive study about how much people actually drank during the noble experiment. For more information on how Prohibition played out in the early days, check out Professor David J. Hanson’s, “Alcohol Problems and Solutions,” a comprehensive, interactive site that outlines all the various stakeholders in the Noble Experiment.To read more about Americans behaving badly in Cuba and other places during Prohibition, check out Wayne Curtis’s And A Bootle of Rum: A History of the World in Ten Cocktails, as well as Matthew Rowley’s Lost Recipes of Prohibition. And, to learn more about rum-runners, Daniel Francis’s book, Closing Time: Prohibition, Rum-Runners and Border Wars is an excellent reference.Further references can be found in America Walks Into a Bar: A Spirited History of Taverns and Saloons, Speakeasies and Grog Shops by Christine Sismondo.Support this show by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Absolutely the biggest joke ever played on the United States, a racist "president" and his first "lady" big Mike!! And the clown show continues with Obummer going for his 5th run as president of this country. We've had enough of Barry, Mike, ol Joe, Killary, the drunk Nut job Nancy and ALL demonrats, anymore of those things in the WH and this country is definitely going to burn to the ground!! NO MORE!!!
Absolutely laughable that the most divisive President in modern history ever wanted unity.
I absolutely love 'American History Tellers'! The way the show delves into historical events with such depth and engaging storytelling is truly remarkable. The host’s ability to bring history to life, making it both informative and captivating, is second to none. Each episode feels like a journey through time, and the thorough research behind every topic shines through. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-pizza-packaging-solution-200324496/
American History Tellers consistently brings history to life with its engaging storytelling and deep dives into pivotal moments in our nation's past. The attention to detail and the ability to make complex historical events accessible is truly commendable. https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/houston-packaging-solution-5790478/episodes/compostable-vs-biodegradable-w-217308984
the commercial about hair being discriminated against is the dumbest thing I've ever heard. stop spreading hate and false info
as an American shame say I mean nothing about Martha Washington she seemed like a very strong woman mostly back in them days I like this channel I learned so much thank you
can you keep your nonsensical politics out of these podcasts? I thought it was supposed to be history
I'm definitely not a musical play fan, but this was a great show. It's sad the creator didn't get to see its success.
poorly edited, multiple loops of narration.
April fools!
PROBLEM. ENDLESS 1 MINUTE REPEATS.
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best voice in podcasting
I love hearing more about the national parks!!!
Still can't find any female voice actors? it's not a HUGE deal but....really?!
this season has been great to listen to!!!!
One california governor makes it another breaks it..
Great story telling about great facts.
dang, how many commercial breaks do you need to take on an 18 minute story?!?
Is there a kids' version in the works? I hope there is.