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American Experience

American Experience

1988Returning Series38 Seasons400 Episodes6.6TMDB
PBS

TV's most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.

Season 1 · Episode 11

The Radio Priest

Aired Dec 13, 1988at 8PM·55m

Father Charles Coughlin, a Roman Catholic priest from Michigan, uses the new power of radio to become one of the first media stars; every Sunday he would broadcast his message railing against the nation's economic and social system to millions of listeners caught in the grip of the Depression.

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When did American Experience Season 1 Episode 11 air?

American Experience Season 1 Episode 11 aired on December 13, 1988 at 8 PM ET.

How long is American Experience Season 1 Episode 11?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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