The informal radio addresses were given by FDR during the 1930's as a means to explain his policy and to calm the fears of everyday U.S. citizens affected by the Great Depression.
These speeches, commonly known as "Fireside Chats," were delivered in a conversational style that made them easy for listeners to understand. Roosevelt used the chats to maintain contact with the American people and to inform them of the government's actions in response to the economic crisis. Through these addresses, he sought to boost public confidence in the government's ability to guide the nation through difficult times. The Fireside Chats became a popular medium for presidential communication and helped Roosevelt establish a strong connection with the American people.
