Every house is haunted. In each episode of Family Ghosts, we investigate the true story behind a mysterious figure whose legend has followed a family for generations. Grandmothers who were secretly jewel smugglers, uncles who led double lives, siblings who vanished without a trace, and other ghostly characters who cast shadows over our lives in ways that might not be immediately obvious. We are all formed in part by our familial collections of secrets, intrigues, and myths. By engaging with ...
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Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on The Hard Work of Hope https://www.cornellpress.cornell.edu/book/9781501782145/the-hard-work-of-hope/ Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/JgZXr0zi7XFpccw5azotP2auOuY?utm_source=copy_url Michael Ansara has been a dedicated activist and organizer since the 1960s, starting with the civil rights, student, and antiwar movements. His poetry and essays have been featured in numerous journals. We spoke to Michael about the many flashpoint moments he experienced on the front lines fighting for civil rights and working to end the war in Vietnam, why he believes organizing is the key to success in helping to bring about change, and his time-tested practical advice for everyday Americans seeking to make a difference.
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