The Goodman Family Oral History Podcast
Tonya
Show overview
The Goodman Family Oral History Podcast has published 2 episodes during 2025. That works out to roughly 2 hours of audio in total.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 1h 4m and 1h 14m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Society & Culture show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.1 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by Tonya.
From the publisher
The Goodman Family Oral History Podcast is a heartfelt journey through the individual and collective experiences of the Goodman family. Through personal stories, reflections, and cherished memories, we celebrate our family's history, values, and legacy. From childhood lessons and career milestones to faith, resilience, and the bonds that hold us together, each episode captures the essence of what it means to be a Goodman. By preserving our voices and stories, we honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire future generations to carry forward our family's rich heritage.
Latest Episodes
S1 Ep 2From Prom to Parenthood: The Goodman Family Origins
In this special episode of the Goodman Family Oral History Podcast, host Tonya is joined by her parents, Ruth and Thomas, and her brother, Tommy, for a heartwarming and often hilarious walk down memory lane. The family revisits their roots in Virginia Beach, sharing the story of Ruth and Thomas’s whirlwind courtship, an unconventional proposal, and a modest wedding with a red dress and boots. We learn about Thomas’s time in the Army, his near brush with Vietnam, and how the family moved from place to place—from Fort Eustis to Fort Story—building memories and resilience.Ruth recalls her experience giving birth in a Catholic hospital where the nuns were less than empathetic, and the special bond Tonya shared with her grandmother. The episode takes a nostalgic turn as the family reminisces about the joys and struggles of military housing, plastic-covered furniture, latchkey kids, and growing up surrounded by woods, neighborhood friends, and unsupervised adventures.We hear about childhood antics, including Tonya’s infamous “lost key", as well as Tommy’s unforgettable memory of a crabbing trip that nearly turned into a sinking disaster. With humor, candor, and a lot of love, this episode captures the spirit of a family that has been through a lot together and come out with stories that continue to shape their legacy.Stories of Strength, Love, and Legacy – The Goodman Way
S1 Ep 1Roots of Resilience: Growing Up Goodman
The first episode of the Goodman Family Oral History Podcast explores the roots and upbringing of the family patriarch, Thomas Jerome Goodman. The conversation, led by his daughter, Tonya, delves into his childhood in West Norfolk, Virginia, his relationship with his parents, and the values instilled in him. He reflects on his mother's strict but fair parenting style, his father's career as a merchant seaman, and the hardworking lifestyle they maintained. The episode also highlights family traditions, memories of growing up without modern conveniences, and the influence of various relatives, such as Uncle Willie, on his upbringing. Thomas shares personal anecdotes about chores, school, and early work experiences, painting a vivid picture of his early years and the strong family bonds that shaped him. The episode sets the foundation for a deeper exploration of family history in future installments.Stories of Strength, Love, and Legacy – The Goodman Way