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The inside story of James Meredith's war against racial segregation in 1960s America - an explosive flashpoint in civil rights history that draws in both the KKK and JFK. Show more
14 minutes
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Hoover takes on legendary gangsters of the 1930s and builds his own myth. Emily Maitlis continues the story of arguably the most powerful figure in 20th-century America. Show more
14 minutes
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Hoover fans paranoia as his spy machine goes after communists - real and imagined. Emily Maitlis on the story of arguably 20th-century America's most powerful figure. Show more
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Martin Luther King Jr crosses Hoover's radar. It doesn't end well. Emily Maitlis on the legacy of perhaps the most powerful figure in 20th-century America. Show more
14 minutes
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Hoover begins to lose control of the American narrative. Emily Maitlis on the legacy of arguably the most powerful figure in 20th-century America. Show more
14 minutes
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The story of the ascent to power of the man who made presidents wait. With Emily Maitlis. Show more
14 minutes
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The Japanese attack Pearl Harbor - an awkward moment for the domestic intelligence chief. Emily Maitlis on the story of arguably the most important figure in the 20th-century US. Show more
14 minutes
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Amateur burglars risk all to go after Hoover’s secrets. Emily Maitlis on the legacy of arguably the most powerful figure in 20th-century America. Show more
43 minutes
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The story of the ascent to power of the man who made presidents wait. With Emily Maitlis. Show more
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In life, Hoover needed no introduction. In death, he needs this series teaser. Show more
43 minutes
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The story of the legendary lawman's fall. Emily Maitlis on the legacy of perhaps the most powerful figure in 20th-century America. Show more
14 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
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Hoover’s death starts a race to control his secret personal files. But his power extends beyond the grave. Show more
