In this fifth episode of the 8 Decades Podcast, host Josiah Freeland sits down with his grandfather Steve Freeland to explore the pivotal moments and personal stories of the 1990s. From technological advancements and global changes to personal milestones, this episode offers a unique, intimate perspective on a transformative decade through the eyes of someone who lived through it. Join them as they discuss everything from the fall of the Soviet Union to the rise of the internet, blending historical events with heartfelt family memories.
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Discussed in this episode:
0:00 Intro
1:17 Hubble Space Telescope
2:47 Jeffrey Dahmer
3:56 USSR Collapse
6:34 First GMOs
12:27 Amazon.com
14:42 His Kids Getting Married
18:34 First Cloned Animal
20:40 DVDs
22:04 Gas Prices
23:00 Grandchildren
26:12 Y2K
29:55 Earth's Rapid Population Growth
34:06 A New Millennium
35:36 Sneak Peak
Credits:
History fact checked by Jeffrey Copeland
Sound design by Bijoy Ahmed
Video backgrounds by Nathaniel Agueros
Hosted & edited by Josiah Freeland
Sharing stories & perspectives by Steve Freeland
Special thanks to Cale Freeland for encouragement & help along the way.
Disclaimer: Audio excerpt from a historical The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age segment, used under fair use for commentary and educational purposes.
