Deep Dive: Rails, Royals, and Repair: The 1877 Railroad Strike, Louis XIV, and Bone Grafts - September 5, 2025
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In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss the national significance of a landmark labor uprising, historical birthdays that shaped politics and culture, and a concise medical fact with practical implications.
π The Great Railroad Strike of 1877 β how a large national labor uprising over wage cuts and harsh conditions became widespread unrest, strained authorities, reshaped public conversation about labor and corporate power, and left a legacy for future movements.
π Birthday spotlight β Louis XIV (1638) as the Sun King who centralized power, used spectacle and patronage to control nobles and build cultural dominance; plus mentions of Jesse James (1847) and Freddie Mercury (1946) as part of todayβs historical roster.
π‘ Fact of the day β Bone grafts can help repair large fractures: what that means for trauma care, rehabilitation planning, and patient outcomes.
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