290 - Full Metal Recovery
- Sep 2, 2021
- 1:47:16
- Full Episode
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<p>On this week's episode, Karen and Georgia cover the stories of Nazi resistance fighter Irena Sendler and the Welsh crate man, Brian Robson.<br><br></p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
Irina Sendler saved 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust, later recognized for her bravery after her story was rediscovered in 1999.
Key points
- Return from Hiatus. The hosts return from a long break, excited yet nervous about podcasting together again.
- Elizabeth Holmes Trial. The Theranos founder's trial reveals shocking details about her deception and the people involved.
- Irina Sendler's Heroism. Irina Sendler saved 2,500 children from the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII.
- Teenagers Discover a Hero. Three Kansas students uncover the story of Irina Sendler, a forgotten hero.
- The Silence After Auschwitz. After visiting Auschwitz, the group was left in stunned silence, reflecting on the horrors.
- Irina Sendler's Courage. Irina Sendler risked her life to save Jewish children during the Holocaust.
Episode highlights
- Return from HiatusThe hosts return from a long break, excited yet nervous about podcasting together again.“It's the first day of school.”8:01Sep 2, 2021
- Elizabeth Holmes TrialThe Theranos founder's trial reveals shocking details about her deception and the people involved.“The story is mind boggling.”15:30Sep 2, 2021
- Irina Sendler's HeroismIrina Sendler saved 2,500 children from the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII.“What the fuck? That has to be a typo.”32:37Sep 2, 2021
- Teenagers Discover a HeroThree Kansas students uncover the story of Irina Sendler, a forgotten hero.“They couldn't find a fucking thing about her.”33:18Sep 2, 2021
- The Silence After AuschwitzAfter visiting Auschwitz, the group was left in stunned silence, reflecting on the horrors.“When we got back on that tour bus that day, it was dead silent.”44:53Sep 2, 2021
- Irina Sendler's CourageIrina Sendler risked her life to save Jewish children during the Holocaust.“I can guarantee that they will die if they stay.”48:42Sep 2, 2021
- Life in a JarHigh school students discover Irina Sendler's story and create a play about her life.“Life in a Jar has been performed almost 400 times worldwide.”59:00Sep 2, 2021
- Brian's Journey to AustraliaBrian Robson's adventure starts with a job offer that takes him far from home.“Leave your hometown, everyone.”1:13:04Sep 2, 2021
Tension
60/ 100Some tension
