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Time TellersEchoes of exit: Vietnam; Watergate; and the unraveling of powerWelcome back to Timetellers, where the past has a voice and the echoes of history guide us forward. I'm one of your hosts, Renee, and today we're diving into one of the most turbulent chapters of the 20th century, a time when helicopters lifted off the U.S. Embassy rooftop in Saigon and a president in the White House listened to his downfall one tape at a time. This is the story of the U.S. Withdrawal from Vietnam, the release of the Nixon tapes, and how these two seemingly separate events were tied together by secrecy, power, and...2025-05-0111 min
Time TellersAtomic Accidents: The Stories of Chernobyl and Three Mile IslandEmbark on a gripping journey with Renee and Dan as they delve into the harrowing tales of Chernobyl and Three Mile Island, two nuclear disasters that drastically reshaped the nuclear energy landscape. In this riveting episode of Timetellers, the duo brings to life the stories of chaos, bravery, and lasting change that emerged from these cataclysmic events.
Step back in time to April 26, 1986, near Pripyat, Ukraine, and March 28, 1979, in Pennsylvania, USA, where critical moments and human decisions led to unprecedented nuclear crises. Experience the scientific missteps, political consequences, and human bravery amidst chaos through engaging stories and...2025-04-1544 min
Time TellersThe Underground RailroadJoin Renee and Dan on a captivating journey through one of the most daring and ingenious networks in American history: the Underground Railroad. In this episode of Timetellers, we delve into the incredible stories of unsung heroes whose persistent pursuit of freedom reshaped the landscape of a nation divided by slavery.
Uncover the harrowing tales of those who risked everything to aid the escape of enslaved individuals, from the fearless conductors like Harriet Tubman and John Parker to abolitionists who tirelessly fought against oppression. Renee and Dan shine a light on the covert routes and hidden safe...2025-02-2530 min
Time TellersThe Christmas Truce of 1914Join us on Timetellers as we travel back to the cold, muddy trenches of December 1914, a time and place where history defied expectations during the Great War. In the midst of brutal conflict, an extraordinary and heartwarming pause in hostilities unfolded spontaneously, forever known as the Christmas Truce.
Experience the awe and wonder as soldiers from opposing sides set aside their weapons to share songs, stories, and even a game of soccer in the unforgiving no man's land. Discover what led to this remarkable moment of goodwill and cooperation in a time characterized by suffering and heartbreak. 2024-12-2625 min
Time TellersTime Tellers #16: "Voices of Change: The Seneca Falls Convention of 1848"Step into the summer of 1848 with Timetellers, as we journey to a small town in upstate New York, where a gathering of bold women and supportive men changed the course of American history. This episode brings to life the story of the Seneca Falls Convention, a defining moment in the fight for women's rights, where the first public call for equality, suffrage, and justice for women resonated through the halls of the Wesleyan Chapel.
Discover the social upheavals of mid-19th century America, from abolitionism to the temperance and early labor movements, and the pivotal events that...2024-11-1222 min
Time TellersElection Day 2024: Your Vote is Your VoiceWelcome back to Timetellers, where Renee and Dan embark on a captivating journey through the complex and often tumultuous history of voting laws in the United States. With Election Day looming on November 5th, 2024, this episode dives into the past to uncover the pivotal moments that have shaped voting rights and explores why every vote matters more than ever today.
From the early days of limited suffrage, where only a select few could cast their ballots, to the groundbreaking amendments and landmark legislations like the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the hosts unravel a narrative filled with struggle...2024-10-1812 min