Almost 80
Almost 80 is a podcast that features the life of Bennye, starting from rural Texas in the 1940s, to her years of teaching music, singing in musical and opera productions, and her prolific career as a church musician.
Almost 80
A Turn of Events
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Bennye
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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In this episode, Bennye describes how a tragedy in 1947 changed the trajectory of her family's life.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:36 Catching Up After a Long Break
01:33 Family Background and Early Memories
04:00 The Fire
11:42 Coping with Loss and Moving Forward
17:43 Reflections and Gratitude
22:18 Emotional Farewell and Conclusion