About this episode
This episode features stories about historical moments that could have changed the course of history, including a Civil War-era plot, a celebration of Black history in Oberlin, and Detroit's failed Olympic bids.
This week on “The Midstory Hour,” we’re featuring stories about moments that could have altered history. You’ll hear the first episode of The Copperhead Conspiracy , an Ohio Humanities and Reckoning, Inc. podcast about a forgotten Civil War-era plot to overthrow the Union from within. Next up is a story about how a gasholder building in Oberlin became a celebration of the city’s Black history. Finally, hear about Detroit’s nine bids to host the Olympics — and why they all failed. “The Midstory Hour” is a weekly radio show by Midstory, a nonprofit organization dedicated to telling stories that inform, interpret and inspire for the region and to the world. “The Midstory Hour” spotlights the best of Midstory’s content, connecting regional stories into national dialogues and featuring behind-the-story conversations with Midstory’s writers from across the nation. Tune in to WGTE on FM91 or wgte.org every Saturday at 10AM ET for nuanced local and Midwest-wide stories told with authenticity and heart. Learn more at www.midstory.org .
Topics covered
- Civil War
- Black history
- Olympics
Keywords
- history
- Ohio Humanities
- Reckoning, Inc.
Mentioned in this episode
Products: The Copperhead Conspiracy
Books & works: Changing the World, The Midstory Hour, The Copperhead Conspiracy
Places: Oberlin, Detroit, Midwest
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