About this episode
The episode discusses the significant events of Christmas Eve 1968 amidst a tumultuous year.
1968 was one of the most tumultuous years in modern history. But one bright spot occurred on Christmas Eve: an amazing feat that captivated the world. Music in this Episode "Farewell" — Maarten Schellekens, via Free Music Archive"Endless Cosmos" — Serge Quadrado, via Free Music Archive"You'll Never Come to Dorset" — C. Diab, from the album Immerro, courtesy of Tonal Union records"Dawn Summit" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive"Cozy Jazz Podcast Music with Christmas Bells" — Denis Pav...
Topics covered
- history
- Christmas
- culture
- society
- music
Keywords
- 1968
- Christmas Eve
- music
- modern history
- Good Earth
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Farewell
Places: the Good Earth
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