Where They Stood
A podcast dedicated to Michigan history and morbidly amazing stories buried deep (and not so deep) in our family trees.
Where They Stood
Latest Episodes
32: Buddy, Ritchie, and the Big Bopper (Part 4)--The Stars Shine On
The final episode of this four part series takes a look at some of the conspiracy theories surrounding the fatal plane crash (one that led to the exhumation of The Big Bopper), how rock & roll was saved, and the legacy that raves on. <...
31: Buddy, Ritchie, and the Big Bopper (Part 3)--The Stars Fade
8 and a half hours. For 8 and a half hours, the bodies of four young men lay in a rural field in Iowa, half frozen with snow drifting around them. When these men were discovered, the word would spread far and wide but not take the time to no...
30: Buddy, Ritchie, and the Big Bopper (Part 2)--The Stars Fell
A three part series about Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and JP Richardson, the Big Bopper. This episode discusses the horrendous conditions the musicians traveled in and under as part of the Winter Dance Party tour, the concert on Feb. 2, 1959 a...
29: Buddy, Ritchie, and the Big Bopper (Part 1)--The Stars Rose
A three part series on Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and JP Richardson, the Big Bopper. This episode introduces these young men and what led to their fateful decision to tour with the Winter Dance Party. Cover art used with permissio...
28: The Droletts: A Life of Service
Dr. Fred Drolett was a well known Lansing, MI doctor who delivered over 6,400 babies during his years of service. This man inspired his descendants to also live in a way that helps, saves, and nurtures others. In this episode you will learn mor...
