500 Letters to Nana
A WWII Podcast... sort of
Carson comments as Katie reads her grandmother's letters written by her love-sick husband after being drafted into the Army during WWII. The letters not only document his experiences during the war, but also tell a heart-warming story of separated lovers. Listen as our hosts deliver a fresh perspective on one of history's most significant conflicts sharing laughter, tears, and a glimpse into the lives of those who served during WWII, and those left at home.
Episodes
47 episodes
Episode 38: T.S. Slip
Donald congratulates Feloma on selling War Bonds, and sends her a gift for their anniversary.
Episode 37: Lemonade out of K-Rations
Donald finally hears from Feloma at his new camp, and relays a close call he had during training.
Episode 36: A Swell Demonstration
Episode 36: Donald is getting more and more training and still has not heard from Feloma since his move to California.
Episode 35: San Luis Obispo
Episode 35: Donald arrives in California, and immediately hates it. He tells Feloma about his new living situation and about Morro Bay. Letters start 2/22/44
Episode 34: A Girl on Poverty Knob
We have reached the last letters from Camp Adair. Donald is packed, but apprehensive to head to California.Letters start 2/15/44
Episode 33: Unattached
Donald explains why he doesn't want to get out of the service and continues to wonder about his fate. He also tells Feloma that he plans to send her a field jacket.
Episode 32: Infiltration Course
Donald talks about the infiltration course and spends some serious dough on phone calls.
Episode 31: Should Have My Head Examined
Donald begs Feloma to send him flies for fishing.
Episode 30: Two Lists
We have reached letter #100! Donald arrives back to camp after his furlough and discovers that his buddies are now being shipped out of camp.
Episode 29a (Bonus Episode 9): Old Letters from Donald to Feloma
Letters from Donald to Feloma in 1939, before they were married.
Episode 29: A Little Poem
Donald sends home one last souvenir before leaving for home for 2 weeks.
Episode 28: Transporation Office
Donald is preparing logistically (and mentally) for furlough.
Episode 27a (Bonus Episode 8): Letters from Lou Blasi, Gordon Papke, and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Lou Blasi, Gordon Papke, and Feloma.
Episode 27: Cheese on Fruitcake
Donald is still searching for a gift for Feloma, and details a 3AM barracks Christmas party.
Episode 26: Writer's Cramp
Donald is busy writing 62 Christmas cards, meanwhile the flu is raging through the barracks. He also describes the bayonet course in spectacular detail.
Episode 25a (Bonus Episode 7): Letters from Feloma and Gordon Papke
Donald receives letters from Feloma and Gordon Papke.
Episode 25: Charge of Quarters
Donald discusses guarding prisoners at night, and asks Feloma to send him more film to take photos.
Episode 24: Bologna and Liverwurst
Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma, and discusses Thanksgiving dinner.
Episode 23a (Bonus Episode 6): Letters from Feloma
Donald receives letter from Feloma.
Episode 23: Short Arm Inspection
Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma and learns that Jake went hunting at home
Episode 22a (Bonus Episode 5): Letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma.
Episode 22: Pickled Pigs Feet
Donald is issued a rifle grenade attachment and has some questionable snack choices.
Episode 21: Their Faces Would Have Stopped Hitler
Donald tells Army secrets and attends a wedding.