500 Letters to Nana
A WWII Podcast... sort of
Carson comments as Katie reads her grandmother's letters written by her love-sick husband after being drafted into the Army during WWII. The letters not only document his experiences during the war, but also tell a heart-warming story of separated lovers. Listen as our hosts deliver a fresh perspective on one of history's most significant conflicts sharing laughter, tears, and a glimpse into the lives of those who served during WWII, and those left at home.
Episodes
29 episodes
Episode 23a (Bonus Episode 6): Letters from Feloma
Donald receives letter from Feloma.
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Episode 23
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23:32
Episode 23: Short Arm Inspection
Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma and learns that Jake went hunting at home
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Episode 23
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45:10
Episode 22a (Bonus Episode 5): Letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma.
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Episode 22
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34:00
Episode 22: Pickled Pigs Feet
Donald is issued a rifle grenade attachment and has some questionable snack choices.
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Episode 22
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32:02
Episode 21: Their Faces Would Have Stopped Hitler
Donald tells Army secrets and attends a wedding.
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Episode 21
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40:22
Episode 20a (Bonus Episode 4): Letters from Francis and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Francis and Feloma
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Episode 20
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18:53
Episode 20: Poverty Knob
Donald witnesses a vehicle accident and visits a friend in the hospital.
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Episode 20
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36:40
Episode 19: Private for the Duration
Donald continues to hope for a furlough and meets General Dahlquist.
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Episode 19
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43:54
Episode 18a (Bonus Episode 3): Letters from Feloma
Donald receives letters from Feloma.
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Episode 18
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17:01
Episode 18: In Cahoots With the Dry-Cleaner
Donald wonders if he will ever get a day off.
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Episode 18
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43:29
Episode 17: I Certainly Have a Good Eye
Donald receives a new pair of shoes from Feloma and qualifies expert on his rifle.
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Episode 17
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42:29
Episode 16a (Bonus Episode 2): Letters from Jack and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Jack and Feloma.
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Episode 16
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18:54
Episode 16: All the Candy We Want
Donald finally send Feloma his photo taken at Camp Adair.
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Episode 16
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42:15
Episode 15: Swamp Adair
Donald is a muddy mess at the firing range and Feloma sends a new picture for him.
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Episode 15
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40:08
Episode 14: One Mess of Glue
Donald has started his time at the rifle range changing targets, and sends Feloma a booklet of GI issued songs.
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Episode 14
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37:38
Episode 13: 90 Day Wonders
Donald discusses Army politics and blisters, and Feloma needs still more reassurance that she is the only one for him.
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Episode 13
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37:13
Episode 12: I'll Never Play Crap Again
Donald admits to a bit of gambling and also tells Feloma his Captain is good looking.
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Episode 12
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35:20
Episode 11: A Little Army Secret
Donald tells Feloma what "SNAFU" means and gets to see some live artillery!
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Episode 11
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38:45
Episode 10: More Problems to Work Out
Donald discusses training maneuvers and gives up his stripes. He also thanks Feloma for keeping it together when he left.
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Episode 10
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47:33
Episode 9: A Scrambled Egg and a Cup of Coffee
Feloma enters her showgirl era and Donald gets spicy
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Episode 9
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48:14
Episode 8a (Bonus Episode 1): Letter from Mac
Letter from Mac, dated September 20, 1943.
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Episode 8
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17:23
Episode 7: A Dog's Life
Donald and Feloma are getting used to their new normal. Donald finally gets a radio in the barracks.
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Episode 7
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35:56