Eyewitnesses of History Share Stories of the 1980 Miracle on Ice, Pablo Escobar, Jonestown, and Much More
History Unplugged Podcast
History Unplugged
4.2 • 3.7K Ratings
🗓️ 22 September 2023
⏱️ 47 minutes
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Summary
First up, revisit his conversation with Frank DeAngelis, former principal of Columbine High School, recounting the harrowing events of the 1999 massacre.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Ow8UF0 / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMr
Next, dive into the world of podcasting with the podfather himself, Adam Curry. Discover the fascinating tale of his MTV days and presenting an award to Michael Jackson.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Df7jgn / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMt
CIA Agent Valerie Plame takes the spotlight in the next segment, shedding light on the notorious 'Plame Affair' of 2003.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/48gSyYx / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMw
Sports enthusiasts, get ready! HBO Boxing legend Jim Lampley shares his experiences covering the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, including the unforgettable 'Miracle on Ice.'Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YeyxNZ / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMx
Jonestown cult survivor and writer Eugene Smith takes a solemn turn as he revisits his journey through tragedy and survival.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/451VIgu / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMz
Rock music lovers, stay tuned for insights from Ken Caillat, the record producer behind Fleetwood Mac's iconic albums, including the Emmy-winning 'Rumors.'Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3rhuyEb / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMB
Hear from DEA Agents Steve Murphy and Javier Peña, the real-life heroes who took down Pablo Escobar, inspiring the hit Netflix series 'Narcos.'Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3r5Cf0h / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMD
Podcasting sensation Jordan Harbinger shares his adventures and observations in North Korea.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3JXYmfe / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMF
And finally, wrap up with a legendary performance – an interview with Queen's keyboardist, Spike Edney, discussing their iconic set at Live Aid in 1985.Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3Roxxp6 / Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWMH
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| 0:00.0 | The History of North America podcast is a sweeping historical saga of the United States, |
| 0:09.3 | Canada, and Mexico from their deep origins to our present epoch. |
| 0:14.0 | Join me, Mark Vinet, on this exciting, fascinating epic journey through time, |
| 0:19.1 | focusing on the compelling, wonderful, and tragic stories of North America's inhabitants, |
| 0:24.5 | heroes, villains, leaders, environment, and geography. |
| 0:29.4 | I invite you to come along for the ride. |
| 0:32.2 | What do you do when the world around you is falling apart? |
| 0:35.7 | It's amazing to me how many people are breathing air. |
| 0:38.8 | They're going about their business and doing the things you're supposed to do. |
| 0:41.8 | But if you really ask them, they know that on the inside, |
| 0:45.0 | they are spiritually and emotionally and relationally dead. |
| 0:49.3 | If we're not careful, all of us can experience that death. |
| 0:52.2 | When what we need to do, even as the world around us is falling apart, |
| 0:56.2 | we need to learn how to march when it would be easier to stay where we are and die. |
| 1:01.0 | Join me each week on the Marcher Die Show as we discuss that and so much more. |
| 1:06.3 | It's got here with a short announcement. |
| 1:07.8 | What you're about to hear is a compilation of episodes from the great podcast |
| 1:12.0 | eyewitness history hosted by Josh Cohen. |
| 1:14.2 | Josh is going to share his favorite interview moments and stories from people |
| 1:17.2 | who witness some of history's most extraordinary events. |
| 1:19.3 | First up, you'll hear from his conversation with Frank D'Angelis, |
| 1:22.0 | former principal of column by high school, |
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