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The Storm (1920-1933)

Franklin Delano Roosevelt runs for vice president in 1920, but he contracts polio; while serving as governor of New York, Democrats turn to him as their presidential nominee for 1932. (120 minutes)

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UPCOMING EPISODES

Mon, 11/24 at 2:00 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

Get Action (1858-1901)

The early lives of Theodore Roosevelt and his younger cousin, Franklin. (120 minutes)

Tue, 11/25 at 2:00 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

In the Arena (1901-1910)

Theodore Roosevelt becomes one of the most beloved presidents of the United States, building the Panama Canal and preserving American wilderness; Franklin Delano Roosevelt weds Eleanor, enters a law firm, and considers running for senator. (120 minutes)

Wed, 11/26 at 2:00 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

The Fire of Life (1910-1919)

Theodore Roosevelt campaigns for America to enter World War I; Franklin Delano Roosevelt serves as Secretary of the Navy; Theodore's death at age 60 provides Franklin with a major opportunity. (120 minutes)

Thu, 11/27 at 2:00 pm on Austin PBS WORLD

The Storm (1920-1933)

Franklin Delano Roosevelt runs for vice president in 1920, but he contracts polio; while serving as governor of New York, Democrats turn to him as their presidential nominee for 1932. (120 minutes)