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From small towns to big cities — Grapple gives voice to people living and working in distressed communities.
Through personal narratives and long-form storytelling, you hear conversations that tell the story of America’s profound economic and social changes — including how distressed communities have changed over time, what they’re grappling with today, and how they’re redefining themselves.
Grapple’s first season takes you to a series of communities across Pennsylvania that were once vibrant but struggle today.
The season also features breakout episodes — to dig deeper into the big issues you’re hearing about — with leading economists, sociologists, writers and more.
All Episodes
Episode 18: Coal Miners, No Relic of the Past
Air Date: May 31, 2017
ListenEpisode 17: Grappling with Racial Tension Part 2
Air Date: May 24, 2017
ListenEpisode 16: Grappling with Racial Tension Part 1
Air Date: May 24, 2017
ListenEpisode 15: What happens when a public school district is underfunded?
Air Date: May 3, 2017
ListenEpisode 14: Immigration, The Rust Belt and the Rise of Donald Trump
Air Date: April 12, 2017
ListenPreview of New Grapple Episodes Coming Out April 12
Air Date: April 5, 2017
ListenBonus Episode: The Music Behind Grapple
Air Date: March 22, 2017
ListenEpisode 12: Breaking Down a Changing America with Maria Hinojosa and Dan Hopkins
Air Date: November 16, 2016
ListenEpisode 11: Millbourne, Getting Back on Track
Air Date: November 16, 2016
ListenEpisode 10: Breaking Down Gentrification with Jackelyn Hwang
Air Date: November 2, 2016
ListenEpisode 09: Hazelwood, A Pittsburgh Neighborhood on the Cusp of Change
Air Date: November 2, 2016
ListenWhat Are You Grappling With in Your Community?
Air Date: October 19, 2016
ListenEpisode 08: How American Cities are Making a Comeback with James and Deborah Fallows
Air Date: October 12, 2016
ListenEpisode 07: Clairton, Hometown Pride Still Alive in a Declining Steel Town
Air Date: October 12, 2016
ListenEpisode 06 : Breaking Down the American Dream with Robert Putnam
Air Date: October 5, 2016
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