Dead Air Time
by Dead Air Time Podcast
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Ep. 40 - Harry Houdini, The Man Who Escaped (Almost) Everything
Ep. 40 - Harry Houdini, The Man Who Escaped (Almost) Everything
About this podcast
“Dead Air Time” is this….(cricket, cricket) but it’s also a new podcast where we delve into the famous as well as the obscure characters in history whose actions changed their world, and in turn ours. From actors to authors, scientists to psychologists, weirdos to the average joe, we cover all scopes of life. So, whether you’re doing laundry, driving your daily commute, or going for a walk, we hope you’ll join us as we give the dead a breath of fresh air. Tune in for a lively conversation about those who are…. Not so lively…. in “Dead Air Time”.
Episodes
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- Ep. 40 - Harry Houdini, The Man Who Escaped (Almost) Everything · 46 minThe handcuffs clicked as they bound his hands and feet, the chain connecting them binding him in place. The tank begins to fill with water, his body suspended upside down. There…
- Ep. 39 - The Real Pirates of the Caribbean · 1 h 14 minKnown today for its great beaches and tourism, Jamaica and the Bahamas were once home to a rough group of sailors. Some thought of themselves as privateers and some embraced the…
- Ep. 38 - Emma Gatewood, The Grandma Who Hiked the Appalachian Trail · 40 minIn our society, we are told that when you get older that automatically means you get weaker - you are less capable, you can’t do big things. Yet, we see that isn’t always the…
- Ep. 37 - Virginia Hall, The Woman with Many Names Pt. 2 · 1 h 3 minA lady of grit and determination, Virginia Hall, became a noteworthy figure in history. Though many do not recognize her name, she had a significant impact, particularly in…
- Snapshots of the Star Spangled Banner: The Night America Almost Lost its Flag · 28 minThe Star Spangled Banner is more than a song - it’s a story. The words paint the picture of our beloved flag, tattered and battle torn, hanging on through a battle. - “Oh say can…
- Ep. 36 - Virginia Hall, The Woman with Many Names Pt. 1 · 1 h 8 minA lady of grit and determination, Virginia Hall, became a noteworthy figure in history. Though many do not recognize her name, she had a significant impact, particularly in…
- Ep. 35 - The Orator, Demosthenes · 53 minHow easy it is to see someone well-known for a skill and to say, “They were born with it,” or we assume, ”They must have it so easy.” However, we know that isn’t always true. For…
- Snapshots of Cereal · 17 minIntro: Before Tony the Tiger, Dig’em Frog, Snap, Crackle, and Pop, breakfast was a very different meal. For the wealthy it included large spreads of meats, eggs, and breads. For…
- Ep. 34 - Gail Halvorsen, the First Candy Bomber · 1 h 10 minDuring a time when tensions were high and grudges were rampant, the city of Berlin had been caught in the crossfire of former allies now at odds. The newly established United…
- Ep. 33 - The Composer's Forgotten Sister, Maria Anna Mozart · 57 minShe was a true prodigy in every sense of the word. Her fingers flew over the black and white keys, nimble with grace surprising for such a young lady. The melody flowing from her…
- Ep. 32 - Eugene Allen, Butler of Presidents · 50 minIn 2008, a newspaper man, named Wil Haygood, was on a mission to interview a very specific person. After spending a multitude of hours making calls and searching, he finally was…
- Ep. 31 - America's Favorite Cowboy, Gene Autry · 48 minWhile starting from humble origins, born on a small farm in a small town in Texas, this boy would go on to be not only a household name known for his warm voice, his upright…
- Ep. 30 - Johan Cruyff, The Football Legend · 45 minSoccer, known as football in most parts of the world, has made its mark on the lives of many generations. Today more than 250 million people play the sport and it has been a…
- Ep. 29 - The Mother of Science Fiction, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley · 56 minMary, Mary, quite contrary How does your garden grow? With silver bells and cockleshells And pretty maids all in a row. Mary, Mary, not so wary Of hearts and darkness bleak With…
- DAT Anniversary Shenanigans · 1 h 26 minEnjoy hearing of how radio and podcasts came to be, as well as celebrate a full year of Dead Air Time Podcast with us in this off the rails episode! Sources…
- Ep. 28 - The Feuding Cobblers, The Dassler Brothers · 1 h 10 minWhat do you get when you add a growing family shoe business, a difference of opinions, and a war together? Well you’d get the Dassler brothers, of course! Join us today as we…
- Ep. 27 - Socrates, Ancient Greek Philosopher · 1 h 8 minIn our human experiences, we search for truth. We sometimes ask ourselves - Who am I? What do I know? While the introduction of technology changed how we approach these questions…
- Ep. 26 - Sarah, Wife of Captain Kidd · 1 h 24 minMuch of our modern culture has dramatized the time when pirates roamed the ocean. It is seen as a time of great adventure and lots of treasure. But where did this treasure come…
- Ep. 25 - The Robber Baron, John D. Rockefeller Sr. · 56 minThere is a fine line between an opportunist and a manipulator. Both see a chance for growth, power, wealth. One intentionally deceives to control the actions of others, while the…
- Ep. 24 - Everyday Spies, The Culper Ring · 1 h 24 minThe year is 1778. General Washington is trying to rally and strategize the best he can with an army full of inexperienced, yet passionate soldiers. If they are to succeed in…
