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500 Letters to Nana
by Carson & Katie
A WWII Podcast... sort ofCarson 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.
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Episode 57: Military Secrets
Episode 57: Donald is... somewhere in the Pacific. He is censored, and sweaty. Feloma has still not heard from him and is anxiously awaiting a letter.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 56: Dear Feloma and Censor
Episode 56: Donald is under censorship and his letters become sparse. Feloma receives a letter from a stranger. Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 55: To Where, I Don't Know
Episode 55: Donald is leaving Camp Beale, and he will now be under censorship. Feloma sends Donald pictures, and says goodbye. Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 54: My Luck is Really Shot
Episode 54: Donald believes he is shipping out soon, and also finally got caught for swimming detail. Feloma believes Donald is jumping to conclusions about her behavior, but is writing to him regular againSend us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 53: Like a Balloon (or: Dirty Dog Donald)
Episode 53: GIANT EYE ROLL. Donald has spiraled and tried to see if Feloma was *GASP* drinking and smoking, since he was away. Feloma has not responded.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 52: None Other Than Us Experts
Episode 52: Donald ends up on the cover of LIFE Magazine! We know Feloma can pick her man out of a crowd. Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 51: Fumbling Around in the Dark
Episode 51: Donald continues to dodge swim class, and Wallish has left. Feloma is still debating on if she should try to travel to see Donald.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 50: Cobra Woman
Episode 50! Woo woo! What a milestone! Thank you Trailbazers and Wildcats for continuing with us! Donald continues to be a holding pattern, awaiting his fate. Meanwhile, Feloma contemplates driving out to Washington with her sister-in-law in the hopes she can see Donald (and California).Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 49: Streetcar Advertising
Episode 49: Donald tells a classic WWII joke, and Feloma sends him a birthday cake.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 48: Holy Cats
Episode 48: Donald is upset by having to carry the BAR, and takes his mind off the army by going to the movies. Feloma decides to keep her rifle, and buys some surprises for Donald.Please check out www.afterthelongwalk.com for more information on this grassroots organization helping past and present service members. <3Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 47: Tips on Mail
Episode 47: Donald desperately tries to avoid swim class, and Feloma receives a letter explaining why positive mail is important (as if she didn't know!).Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 46: 4F Wolves
Episode 46: Donald is fed up with the army and misses out on getting his medal. Meanwhile, Feloma gets a flat in the middle of the night.P.S. Please enjoy the poetic stylings of Nancy Thompson, Carson's Nana.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 45: Article of War
Episode 45: Donald continues to wonder where he will go, and Feloma has ideas of who should decide if she should travel to California.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 44: So Gosh Dang Many Rumors
Episode 44: Donald is trained on firing the bazooka, and is torn about having Feloma come to visit. Bets on if Feloma goes out herself.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 43: En Avant
Episode 43: Donald hears from Chip, and Feloma finds out Donald's new address will be at Camp Beale, California.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 42: Dope On The Jalopy
Episode 42: Feloma is contemplating buying a car, and Donald receives a letter from a woman he does not know.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 41: I Like My Clothes Plain
Episode 41: Donald hears word from Mac, and it would seem Jack is conspiring to transfer his brother. Meanwhile, Feloma is determined to get her man a ring so all the ladies know he's taken. Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 40: Holy Jumping Joseph
Episode 40: Hey Wildcats! This week Feloma quickly sends Donald some cash, and Donald gets selected to try out for the Expert Infantryman Badge. Also; Tuffy makes an appearance! Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 39: Dirty Skunk
Episode 39: Donald loses big-time playing craps, and regales Feloma with stories from his 15-day training cruise on the USS Pierce.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 38: T.S. Slip
Donald congratulates Feloma on selling War Bonds, and sends her a gift for their anniversary.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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 2/22/44Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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 2/15/44Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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. Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 32: Infiltration Course
Donald talks about the infiltration course and spends some serious dough on phone calls.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 31: Should Have My Head Examined
Donald begs Feloma to send him flies for fishing.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 29a (Bonus Episode 9): Old Letters from Donald to Feloma
Letters from Donald to Feloma in 1939, before they were married.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 29: A Little Poem
Donald sends home one last souvenir before leaving for home for 2 weeks.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 28: Transporation Office
Donald is preparing logistically (and mentally) for furlough.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 27a (Bonus Episode 8): Letters from Lou Blasi, Gordon Papke, and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Lou Blasi, Gordon Papke, and Feloma.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 27: Cheese on Fruitcake
Donald is still searching for a gift for Feloma, and details a 3AM barracks Christmas party.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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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.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 25a (Bonus Episode 7): Letters from Feloma and Gordon Papke
Donald receives letters from Feloma and Gordon Papke.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 25: Charge of Quarters
Donald discusses guarding prisoners at night, and asks Feloma to send him more film to take photos.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 24: Bologna and Liverwurst
Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma, and discusses Thanksgiving dinner.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 23a (Bonus Episode 6): Letters from Feloma
Donald receives letter from Feloma.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 23: Short Arm Inspection
Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma and learns that Jake went hunting at homeSend us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 22a (Bonus Episode 5): Letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 22: Pickled Pigs Feet
Donald is issued a rifle grenade attachment and has some questionable snack choices.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 21: Their Faces Would Have Stopped Hitler
Donald tells Army secrets and attends a wedding.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 20a (Bonus Episode 4): Letters from Francis and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Francis and FelomaSend us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 20: Poverty Knob
Donald witnesses a vehicle accident and visits a friend in the hospital.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 19: Private for the Duration
Donald continues to hope for a furlough and meets General Dahlquist. Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 18a (Bonus Episode 3): Letters from Feloma
Donald receives letters from Feloma.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 18: In Cahoots With the Dry-Cleaner
Donald wonders if he will ever get a day off.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 17: I Certainly Have a Good Eye
Donald receives a new pair of shoes from Feloma and qualifies expert on his rifle.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 16a (Bonus Episode 2): Letters from Jack and Feloma
Donald receives letters from Jack and Feloma.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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Episode 16: All the Candy We Want
Donald finally send Feloma his photo taken at Camp Adair.Send us Fan MailSupport the showJoin us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.comFollow us on Instagram @500letterstonanaSupport us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/newHosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/Thanks for listening!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A WWII Podcast... sort ofCarson 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.
HOSTED BY
Carson & Katie
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A WWII Podcast... sort ofCarson 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...
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