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A 20-year-old tape of a grandmother recounting the 1950s makes for the most personal history lesson you will hear.
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In this episode
- A real family recording preserved as a birthday gift and shared episode
- A firsthand account of life in the 1950s from someone who lived it
- History told in a personal voice, not a textbook
- A reminder that the best primary sources are often sitting in a drawer
About this episode
It's Will's birthday! Celebrate with us as we listen to an almost 20 year old tape he found of his grandma, Olga Gotto, discussing the history of the 1950's with his sister Lisa for a high school project. We hope you have and have had a happy Thanksgiving. We're thankful to YOU for listening.
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