American Railroad

Silkroad

Embark on "American Railroad," a five-episode podcast that seeks to highlight the untold stories and unheard voices from the diverse communities that built America’s railway systems. Read more

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Episodes

Episode 5: Boston

12/19/2024 44:03Episode 4: Standing Rock

12/12/2024 43:25 Episode 3: California

12/05/2024 42:11Episode 2: New York

11/21/2024 43:08Episode 1: North Carolina

11/14/2024 36:42 Show all episodes

Our take on American Railroad podcast

American Railroad podcast is a journey through music and untold histories from Silkroad and PRX. From the labor of Chinese and Japanese workers to the cultural erasure in Appalachian music, Rhiannon Giddens uncovers the real stories of those who built the railroads. It's not just history; it's a celebration of the diverse voices that shaped America. American Railroad is a music commentary podcast by Silkroad.