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On his very first day of college, Joe swore he heard something that he couldn’t possibly have heard... If you want to learn about more people named Hitler, check out director Matt Ogen’s fascinating documentary “Meet The Hitlers,” in which he interviews Hitlers from all over the world. For more information on his upcoming projects, including a documentary about a high school on the US-Mexico border and a new documentary series about fighting culture around the world, be sure to check out mattogens.com. Produced by Joe Rosenberg, original score by Renzo Gorrio

From the heyday to mayday, of payday loans. Special thanks to Gary Rivlin, a reporting fellow with The Investigative Fund for bringing this story to Snap Judgment. For more info, check out Gary’s story in The Intercept. Produced by Davey Kim, original score by Leon Morimoto

A loan shark crusades against the dark side of the payday industry, after running a risky business. A student discovers a kid named Hitler at college orientation, leading to a search for more Hitler’s. And a survivor of criminalization and state violence takes the stage as a means of healing. STORIES A Loan Shark’s Debt From the heyday to mayday, of payday loans. Special thanks to Gary Rivlin, a reporting fellow with The Investigative Fund for bringing this story to Snap Judgment. For more info, check out Gary’s story in The Intercept. Produced by Davey Kim, original score by Leon Morimoto A Kid Named Hitler On his very first day of college, Joe swore he heard something that he couldn’t possibly have heard... If you want to learn about more people named Hitler, check out director Matt Ogen’s fascinating documentary “Meet The Hitlers,” in which he interviews Hitlers from all over the world. It’s currently available on iTunes and Amazon. For more information on his upcoming projects, including a documentary about a high school on the US-Mexico border and a new documentary series about fighting culture around the world, be sure to check out mattogens.com. Produced by Joe Rosenberg, original score by Renzo Gorrio Power: From the Mouths of the Occupied A survivor of criminalization and state violence takes the stage as a means of healing. African Americans work with LA-based director - and Black Lives Matter co-founder - Patrisse Khan-Cullors to tell stories about traumatic encounters with law enforcement. This was included in the live Seattle production of Power: From the Mouths of the Occupied. BIG thanks to Luzviminda Uzuri Carpenter for sharing your story with Snap. Produced by Patrisse Cullors and C. Davida Ingram Snap Classic - Season 8 Episode 5

Malaclypse was part of a dangerous anarchist group. They stole, they killed, they escaped, until one day when Malaclypse could run no further... Dan has been playing and organizing LARPs for 20 years. He posts bad LARP advice on twitter at 'LarpTips.' Produced by Jazmin Aguilera, original score by Renzo Gorrio

The story of two men who come face to face one night in the canyonlands of southern Utah. Brody Young is a Utah State Park Ranger and motivational speaker, helping other people figure out how to survive the unsurvivable. To find out more about his story, be sure to check out his website, rangerbrodyyoung.com. Produced by Joe Rosenberg, original score by Leon Morimoto

In his first appearance on the Snap Judgment stage, Ise Lyfe delivers a devastating portrait of the relationship that made him who he is today. Performed at Snap LIVE. Original Music by Alex Mandel, music performed by Alex Mandel and the Snap Judgment Players (Tim Frick and David Brandt), re-recording mix by Pat Mesiti-Miller Produced by Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich

Glynn and his son stumble upon an incredible creature in the woods. Produced by Lauryn Newson

A poet delivers a devastating portrait of the relationship that made him who he is today. Two men come face to face one night in the dark canyon-lands of southern Utah. And a dangerous anarchist steals, kills, and escapes, until one day when he can run no further. It’s Snap’s 2019 Look Back Special... time to look back before we move forward. Happy Holidays to all! STORIES A Little Time Glynn and his son stumble upon an incredible creature in the woods. Produced by Lauryn Newson My Best Friend In his first appearance on the Snap Judgment stage, Ise Lyfe delivers a devastating portrait of the relationship that made him who he is today. Performed at Snap LIVE. Original Music by Alex Mandel, music performed by Alex Mandel and the Snap Judgment Players (Tim Frick and David Brandt), re-recording mix by Pat Mesiti-Miller Produced by Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich The Incident At Poison Spider Mesa The story of two men who come face to face one night in the canyonlands of southern Utah. Brody Young is a Utah State Park Ranger and motivational speaker, helping other people figure out how to survive the unsurvivable. To find out more about his story, be sure to check out his website, rangerbrodyyoung.com. Produced by Joe Rosenberg, original score by Leon Morimoto Chaotic Good Malaclypse was part of a dangerous anarchist group. They stole, they killed, they escaped, until one day when Malaclypse could run no further... Produced by Jazmin Aguilera, original score by Renzo Gorrio Season 10 Episode 37

A woman arrives in India only to discover that the baby she’s there to adopt has just been rescued from an orphanage tied to a child trafficking ring. Listen to Part Two of this amazing journey. BIG thanks to Danielle and Annaporva Green for sharing your story with Snap. Read more incredible stories from Danielle in her book, "A Magnificent Obsession." Produced by Nancy López, original score by Renzo Gorrio Season 10 Episode 35

When 14-year-old Annaporva finally decides to ask her mother about her biological family a story so unexpected unravels - there’s kingpins, death threats, and Maneka Gandhi. A HUGE thank you to Annaporva and Danielle Green for sharing your story with Snap. For more stories from Danielle, check out her book, "A Magnificent Obsession". Produced by Nancy López, original score by Renzo Gorrio Be sure to listen to next week's Snap episode to hear Part Two of this story. Season 10 Episode 34

When 14-year-old Annaporva finally decides to ask her mother about her biological family a story so unexpected unravels - there’s kingpins, death threats, and Maneka Gandhi. A HUGE thank you to Annaporva and Danielle Green for sharing your story with Snap. For more stories from Danielle, check out her book, "A Magnificent Obsession". Produced by Nancy López, original score by Renzo Gorrio Be sure to listen to next week's Snap episode to hear Part Two of this story. Season 10 Episode 34

Storyteller Joel ben Izzy tells the hauntingly beautiful story of a simple piece of fruit. Produced by Stephanie Foo, original score by Renzo Gorrio

Detective Bob Snow never could have imagined that the toughest case of his entire career, would be an investigation into his own past....life. Produced by Liz Mak, original score by Renzo Gorrio

In 2004, aid worker Nahoko Takato was taken hostage in Iraq. When she finally returns back to Japan, she was not prepared for her homecoming. Produced and scored by Davey Kim

Glynn scours the earth for new ways to disappoint his Dad. Sound Design by Pat Mesiti-Miller

An aid worker is held hostage in Iraq, a detective’s toughest case turns out to be an investigation into his own past, and a hauntingly beautiful story of a simple piece of fruit. Snap proudly presents a classic, "Leap of Faith." Amazing stories from real people who absolutely, positively have to take a big chance. STORIES Sorry Pops Glynn scours the earth for new ways to disappoint his Dad. Produced by Pat Mesiti-Miller Nahoko Takato: Hero Held Hostage In 2004, aid worker Nahoko Takato was taken hostage in Iraq. When she finally returns back to Japan, she was not prepared for her homecoming. Produced and scored by Davey Kim Past Life Detective Detective Bob Snow never could have imagined that the toughest case of his entire career, would be an investigation into his own past....life. Produced by Liz Mak, original score by Renzo Gorrio The Orange Storyteller Joel ben Izzy tells the hauntingly beautiful story of a simple piece of fruit. Produced by Stephanie Foo, original score by Renzo Gorrio Snap Classic - Season 7 Episode 18

For Ben Nakamura, coming out gay to his parents was not exactly like ripping off a band-aid... Produced by Liz Jones, original score by Renzo Gorrio

In middle school, Mike has a secret. But no one has ever seen "it." Until a dreaded epidemic strikes his school… "pantsing." "Mighty" Mike McGee is an international spoken word artist, writer, performer, speaker, slam poet and comic. McGee is the first slam poet to win both the American National Poetry Slam Individual Grand Championship and the Individual World Poetry Slam Championship. Watch the Snap LIVE performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xr0CioyLFqg&feature=youtu.be Original Score composed and performed by Alex Mandel and the Snap Judgment Playaz (Tim Frick and David Brandt).

Some schoolyard stories are true… For more information about Mike The Headless Chicken, including Fruita, Colorado’s annual Mike The Headless Chicken Festival, be sure to check out miketheheadlesschicken.org. Produced by, Joe Rosenberg, original score by Renzo Gorrio with additional instrumentation by Andrew Vickers

Glynn has an amazing Thanksgiving tradition... and it happens after Thanksgiving. Sound Design by Pat Mesiti-Miller

A headless chicken proves sometimes urban legends are true, playground bullies expose dark secrets during a “pantsing” epidemic, and a young man comes out to his parents. Snap Judgment presents, “The 2019 Gratitude Special." We are grateful to tell stories and we are so so thankful for you Snappas! For all the love and support you have shown this crazy ridiculous enterprise that is Snap Judgment, thank you. STORIES Anti-Traditions Glynn has an amazing Thanksgiving tradition... and it happens after Thanksgiving. The Headless Chicken Some schoolyard stories are true… For more information about Mike The Headless Chicken, including Fruita, Colorado’s annual Mike The Headless Chicken Festival, be sure to check out miketheheadlesschicken.org. Produced by, Joe Rosenberg, original score by Renzo Gorrio with additional instrumentation by Andrew Vickers Playground Bullies and Dark Secrets (Snap LIVE in Los Angeles) In middle school, Mike has a secret. But no one has ever seen "it." Until a dreaded epidemic strikes his school… "pantsing." "Mighty" Mike McGee is an international spoken word artist, writer, performer, speaker, slam poet and comic. McGee is the first slam poet to win both the American National Poetry Slam Individual Grand Championship and the Individual World Poetry Slam Championship. Watch the Snap LIVE performance! Original Score composed and performed by Alex Mandel and the Snap Judgment Playaz (Tim Frick and David Brandt). When Are You Going to Get Married? For Ben Nakamura, coming out gay to his parents was not exactly like ripping off a band-aid... Produced by Liz Jones, original score by Renzo Gorrio Season 10 Episode 33

When morale was low among the paratroopers in his company, Sergeant Ray Christian takes them on a trip. Check out Ray’s podcast, "What's Ray Saying?" and follow him on Twitter @WhatsRaySaying. Produced by Adizah Eghan, original score by Leon Morimoto

Fans and journalists embark on a seven-show tour with Rihanna... in seven countries, over seven days, on a Boeing 777, to celebrate her seventh album in seven years. Did we mention this happened seven years ago? Fasten your seat belts, it’s time for liftoff... Special thanks to Kristen Gwynne, Lawrence Bull, and Elizabeth Nakano. Produced by John Fecile, original score by Renzo Gorrio #rihannaplane

Glynn goes behind the scenes at a music festival, and green means go. Sound Design: Pat Mesiti-Miller

Glynn goes behind the scenes at a music festival. 300 people spend a week on a plane with Rihanna to attend seven concerts, in seven countries, over seven days. And when morale is low among a group of paratroopers, their Sergeant takes them on an unexpected trip. STORIES Champagne on Ice Glynn goes behind the scenes at a music festival, and green means go. Produced by Pat Mesiti-Miller Diamonds in the Sky Fans and journalists embark on a seven-show tour with Rihanna... in seven countries, over seven days, on a Boeing 777, to celebrate her seventh album in seven years. Did we mention this happened seven years ago? Fasten your seat belts, it’s time for liftoff... Special thanks to Kristen Gwynne, Lawrence Bull, and Elizabeth Nakano. Produced by John Fecile, original score by Renzo Gorrio #rihannaplane Acid Jump When morale was low among the paratroopers in his company, Sergeant Ray Christian takes them on a trip. Check out Ray’s podcast, "What's Ray Saying?" and follow him on Twitter @WhatsRaySaying. Produced by Adizah Eghan, original score by Leon Morimoto Season 10 Episode 32

In the 1970s, thousands of Vietnamese refugees were left on the remote Anambas Islands in Indonesia. They were stranded without food, water, and shelter, forced to survive off the land. Now, almost 40 years later, one woman wants to go back to those distant islands, one last time. Thank you so much to Carina Hoang. Carina is a Special Representative for Australia for UNHCR. Check out her book, “Boat People: Personal Stories from the Vietnamese Exodus 1976-1996,” available in both English and Vietnamese. Carina is part of an Australian Broadcasting Corporation TV series, “The Heights." Be sure to check it out. Our heartfelt thanks to Tony Luu; his mother Truong On, his brother, Daniel, and the rest of the Luu family. Thanks to the Outside Podcast from Outside Magazine, where you can also hear this show. Also, check Public Radio International’s "The World" for a shorter version of this audio story. This story would not have been possible without the generous support of the International Women’s Media Foundation.

Glynn flies too close to the sun. Score and Sound Design: Pat Mesiti-Miller

Masks Down Glynn is a junior diplomat in Malaysia attending invite-only parties, but everyone at these parties seems to be wearing a mask. The Lamb, the Lion, and the Fox Amaryllis was fast on track to become an established journalist when her mentor was kidnapped and killed by a terrorist group. She decided she had to give up the transparency of journalism if she wanted to truly help curb terror, and instead joined the shadow world of the CIA. But the shadow world had its own cost. A big thanks to Amaryllis Fox. You can buy her book on Knopf, Amazon, or anywhere books are sold. Produced by Nikka Singh, original score by Leon Morimoto Icarus Glynn flies too close to the sun. Produced by: Pat Mesiti-Miller

Glynn is a junior diplomat in Malaysia attending invite-only parties, but everyone at these parties seems to be wearing a mask.

Amaryllis was fast on track to become an established journalist when her mentor was kidnapped and killed by a terrorist group. She decided she had to give up the transparency of journalism if she wanted to truly help curb terror, and instead joined the shadow world of the CIA. But the shadow world had its own cost. Snap presents, "The Lamb, the Lion, and the Fox." A big thanks to Amaryllis Fox. Check out her book, "Life Undercover." Produced by Nikka Singh, original score by Leon Morimoto Season 10, Episode 31

What if a harmless little game you used to play in your living room, ended up giving you real magical powers, magical powers led to an irreversible and terrible chain of events? Find more of Katie Lippa’s work on her website www.lippalogic.com. Check out the life and work of Samantha Smith www.samanthasmith.info/ Producer: Anna Sussman Sound Design: Leon Morimoto

Lynn Schooler grew up in Alaska hearing rumor after rumor about the elusive blue bear. He never gave it much thought until a friend convinced him they go out searching for one. What Lynn ended up finding was, of course, something much different. For more on Lynn Schooler’s work check out this website and his Facebook page. Producer: Nancy Lopez Sound Design: Renzo Gorrio and Davey Kim

When Ellen Spencer was released from the hospital after a mysterious stroke-like episode her voice would never be the same again. Producer: Julia DeWitt Sound Design: Pat Mesiti-Miller

Glynn's first day at a new school is rough... until he meets a girl who knows how to take out the trash. Score Sound Design: Pat Mesiti-Miller

A woman’s voice changes forever, following a stroke-like episode. A man living in Alaska continues to hear rumors about the elusive blue bear. When he goes out searching for one, he ends up finding... something much different. And a girl gains magical powers that lead to an irreversible and terrible chain of events. STORIES The Garbage Man Glynn's first day at a new school is rough... until he meets a girl who knows how to take out the trash. Producer: Pat Mesiti Miller What Accent? When Ellen Spencer was released from the hospital after a mysterious stroke-like episode her voice would never be the same again. Producer: Julia DeWitt Sound Design: Pat Mesiti-Miller The Blue Bear Lynn Schooler grew up in Alaska hearing rumor after rumor about the elusive blue bear. He never gave it much thought until a friend convinced him they go out searching for one. What Lynn ended up finding was, of course, something much different. For more on Lynn Schooler’s work check out this website and his Facebook page. Producer: Nancy Lopez Sound Design: Renzo Gorrio and Davey Kim With Great Power What if a harmless little game you used to play in your living room, ended up giving you real magical powers, magical powers led to an irreversible and terrible chain of events? Find more of Katie Lippa’s work on her website www.lippalogic.com. Check out the life and work of Samantha Smith www.samanthasmith.info/ Producer: Anna Sussman Sound Design: Leon Morimoto

Lopaka and his adopted father don’t get along. That is, until forces from beyond the veil intervene. We travel to Hawaii to bring you this very special Spooked tale. Thank you, Lopaka Kapanui for sharing your story with us. Want more stories from Lopaka? Check out, "Mysteries of Hawaii" (his YouTube Channel and website.) There's even more ghostly goodness on his blog, Ghosts Next Door. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto Artwork by Sanaa Khan Season 3 Episode 20 Want more Spooked? There are 26 new episodes of Spooked being released this season each week through Halloween and into a spooky November. To listen to them all, download the Luminary mobile app or go to LuminaryPodcasts.com.

Bonnie Blagg and her two friends call for Bloody Mary in the mirror on her dresser during a middle school sleepover. Bonnie thinks nothing of it until a ghost boy with long, sharp, bloody teeth appears in her bedroom every single night after that. Happy Halloween week! Enjoy this Spooked tale... and don't turn out the lights. Produced by Chris Hambrick Original score by Leon Morimoto Artwork by Sanaa Khan Want more Spooked? There are 26 new episodes of Spooked coming this season each week through Halloween and into a spooky November. To listen to them all, download the Luminary mobile app or go to LuminaryPodcasts.com.

It's Halloween Season and Snap is here to bring you Spooked stories from the dark of night! We proudly present, "Spooked - Mrs. Hagstrom." When supernatural forces come for her kids, Curtis’s mom stands strong. Mrs. Hagstrom may be one of the meanest ghosts yet. Be afraid. Curtis’s memoir is Shadow of Fear. Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Leon Morimoto Artwork by Sanaa Khan Snap Season 10 Episode 27 Want more Spooked? There are 26 new episodes of Spooked coming this season each week through Halloween and into a spooky November. To listen to them all, download the Luminary mobile app or go to LuminaryPodcasts.com. And remember, don't turn out the lights...

You know the most haunted places. The houses, the castles, the hotels. And you know the most haunted objects. The mirrors, the necklaces, the dolls. In this episode, we take you to the Stanley Hotel and introduce you to Robert the Doll. STORIES Room 324 A film producer visits one of the most iconic haunted places in the world: The Stanley Hotel. He doesn’t believe in ghosts at all. But he’s about to question reality. A big thanks to Daniel Noah for sharing this story with us. Daniel is the cohost of SpectreVision's Visitations Podcast. Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Davey Kim Robert the Doll Robert the doll is infamous. He can curse you and ruin your life if you disrespect him. But one man is determined to figure out how Robert got his powers. Produced by John Fecile, original score by Renzo Gorrio Season 3 Episode 15 There are 26 new episodes of Spooked being released this season each week through Halloween and into a spooky November. To listen to them all, download the Luminary mobile app or go to LuminaryPodcasts.com.

When Dean Issacharoff was a commander in the Israeli Defense Forces, he patrolled the Palestinian city of Hebron, and later fought in Gaza. Then, after he got home from the army, Dean’s decision to speak out about his own violent actions came back to haunt him in a twisted turn of events. Sensitive listeners - please be advised this story contains images of war and violence. Thank you, Dean, for sharing your story with us. A special thanks to the University of Southern California’s Center for Religion and Civic Culture, the John Templeton Foundation and Templeton Religion Trust, and KALW’s Spiritual Edge podcast - this story would not have been possible without their support. Opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of these organizations. This story was produced by Shaina Shealy and the original score was by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Season 10 Episode 26

When Maribel loses her little brother Santi, her very best friend in the world, she learns that love is sometimes stronger than death. We travel to Mexico for this very special Spooked tale. Thank you, Maribel Placencia, from the bottom of our hearts, for sharing your extraordinary story. Big love to you and your family. This story comes to us from our Spooked correspondent, Erick Yañez. Produced by Nancy Lopéz Original Score by Renzo Gorrio Artwork by Sanaa Khan We will have a Spanish-language version of this story available. There are 26 new episodes of Spooked being released this season each week through Halloween and into a spooky November. To listen to them all, download the Luminary mobile app or go to LuminaryPodcasts.com. Season 3 Episode 12

A mentor to a disabled little boy loses a piece of himself and discovers what is gained. Sensitive listeners, please be advised - this story contains graphic content with descriptions of extreme bodily harm. This story came to us from Nick van der Kolk's Love + Radio from Luminary Media, where you can hear the latest season of Love and Radio on the Luminary app. A big thank you to Ed Cushman for sharing your story. Ed's story was produced by Julia DeWitt and Phil Dmochowski, with help from Steven Jackson. Original music by George Langford Artwork by Katie McBride Playlist in order of appearance: Marc Barreca – Music Works For Industry – Music Works For Industry Richard Horowitz – Bandit Nrah Master of Rajasthan – Eros in Arabia Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith & Suzanne Ciani – Closed Circuit – Sunergy Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith & Suzanne Ciani – A New Day – Sunergy Helado Negro – Calienta – Private Energy Helado Negro – Tartamundo – Private Energy Michele Mercure – The Intruder – Eye Chant Helado Negro – Runaround – Private Energy

Stephanie Foo had a love-hate relationship with that old computer game the Sims. But when she steps foot into the latest version of the game, the AI is so good, her new Sim acts more like Stephanie than Stephanie does. Producer: Stephanie Foo Sound Design: Leon Morimoto

Back in 2013, when Adult ISH host Nyge Turner was in his late teens, his dad surprised him by taking him on his first slave plantation tour. To make matters worse, apart from the bus driver and a single employee on the plantation, there was not a single black person in sight. This story was produced by YR Media's Adult ISH podcast. Adult ISH is a culture, advice, and storytelling show about #adulting, that is produced entirely by folks who are "almost adults". It’s distributed by PRX’s Radiotopia. Be sure to subscribe and listen here! Produced by: Nyge Turner and Davey Kim Sound Design: Clay Xavier and Stanley Ipkuss

Growing up, Glynn received a lot of advice...

A dad surprises his son by taking him on his first slave plantation tour. And a girl realizes the computer version of herself, acts more like her than she does. STORIES: "My First Slave Plantation Tour" Back in 2013, when Adult ISH host Nyge Turner was in his late teens, his dad surprised him by taking him on his first slave plantation tour. To make matters worse, apart from the bus driver and a single employee on the plantation, there was not a single black person in sight. This story was produced by YR Media's Adult ISH podcast. Adult ISH is a culture, advice, and storytelling show about #adulting, that is produced entirely by folks who are "almost adults". It’s distributed by PRX’s Radiotopia. Be sure to subscribe and listen here! Produced by: Nyge Turner and Davey Kim Sound Design: Clay Xavier and Stanley Ipkuss "Sim Stephanie" Stephanie Foo had a love-hate relationship with that old computer game the Sims. But when she steps foot into the latest version of the game, the AI is so good, her new Sim acts more like Stephanie than Stephanie does. Producer: Stephanie Foo Sound Design: Leon Morimoto Season 10 Episode 25

A man tries to cheat death with homemade technological body enhancements, but the world isn’t ready for his kind of lifestyle. And a son wants to keep his dad around for as long as possible, so he saves the best part about him in a way he knows how. STORIES "Cyborg" When the thought of his own mortality becomes too much to bear, a father of two living in Utah decides to upgrade his own body, one piece at a time. Thank you to Rich Lee for sharing your story with Snap. Hear more work from producer Lawrence Bull on his podcast Sound of Mind. Thanks to filmmakers Leeor Kaufman and Joe Egender for their assistance. Look out for their biohacking documentary on Netflix. Producer: Lawrence Bull with assistance from Anna Sussman Original Score: Renzo Gorrio "Dadbot" James Vlahos wanted to keep his dad around for as long as possible, so he saved the best part about him in the best way he knew how. Vlahos wrote a book, "Talk To Me," about the quest to create conversation-making A.I.s. Check out his article about DADBOT in Wired Magazine. Follow James on Twitter @jamesvlahos Producer: Jazmin Aguilera Original Score: Renzo Gorrio

April 15, 1865. President Lincoln is dead and the country in turmoil. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton takes control, determined to preserve Lincoln’s legacy. This story comes to us from 1865, an Airship production. Heavily researched, this historical political thriller podcast is an audio drama that explores America’s darkest hours. You will be astonished—and all of it is based on true events. Starring Jeremy Schwartz as Edwin Stanton. Also featuring: Lindsay Graham, Pam Dougherty, Matthew Gray, Didi Archilla, Montgomery Sutton, Ian Ferguson, Taylor Harris, Michael Tatum, Reed Birney, Jessica Renee Russell, Aaron Roberts, Bruce Elliott, David Coffee Created by Steven Walters and Erik Archilla Written and directed by Steven Walters Executive Producer: Lindsay Graham Co-executive Producers: Erik Archilla, Robert McCollum, and Steven Walters Music and Sound Design by Lindsay Graham To find out more about 1865, go to 1865podcast.com, or check them out on Facebook and Twitter. This is episode one. New episodes air weekly and look for special “Inside the Episode” interviews with the writers and producers of the series to find out more about the real history behind 1865.

An 87-year-old woman's last wishes... turn out to be very illegal. To learn more about Wen Huang’s family story, be sure to check out his book The Little Red Guard: A Family Memoir. Producer & Sound Design: Davey Kim

You get up every morning and go through the motions, but do you ever stop to wonder what you're leaving behind? A brilliant inventor is robbed of his life’s work.... to even the score, his son becomes a robber. And an 87-year-old woman's last wishes turn out to be very illegal. STORIES "The Inventor and the Thief" When a brilliant inventor was robbed of his life’s work, his son did the only reasonable thing: he became a robber. To learn more about the life of Walter Shaw Sr. and his inventions, be sure to check out Walter Jr.’s memoir, "License To Steal", and the documentary "Genius On-Hold'. Producer: Joe Rosenberg Sound Design and Score: Leon Morimoto "Grandma's Coffin Keeper" How far will you go to fulfill your grandma’s dying (and very illegal) wish? To learn more about Wen Huang’s family story, be sure to check out his book The Little Red Guard: A Family Memoir. Producer + Sound Design: Davey Kim Snap Classic: Season 8 Episode 10