Flower in the River: A Family Tale Finally Told
"Flower in the River" podcast, inspired by my book of the same name, explores the 1915 Eastland Disaster in Chicago and its enduring impact, particularly on my family's history. We'll explore the intertwining narratives of others impacted by this tragedy as well, and we'll dive into writing and genealogy and uncover the surprising supernatural elements that surface in family history research. Come along with me on this journey of discovery.
Podcasting since 2023 • 117 episodes
Flower in the River: A Family Tale Finally Told
Latest Episodes
From Gettysburg Grit to Eastland Survival
In this episode, I share the compelling story of the Wagaman brothers from Pennsylvania, not far from Gettysburg. In 1915, both were aboard the Eastland when it capsized in the Chicago River—one as the ship’s chief cook, the other as a last-min...
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Season 3
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Episode 117
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35:15
Letters, Ledgers, and Lost Lives
It’s May 31st—an important date if, like me, you have roots in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. On this day in 1889, the South Fork Dam gave way, and a wall of water wiped out most of the city. Over 2,000 lives were lost. It was a manmade disaster—trag...
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Season 3
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Episode 116
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37:59
A Jeweler, a Woman Diver, a Candy Butcher: Eastland’s Unlikely Trio
The untold stories of the 1915 Eastland disaster continue to surface over a century later through forgotten newspaper accounts and overlooked connections. These rediscovered narratives reveal how this Chicago tragedy touched lives across Americ...
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Season 3
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Episode 115
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34:58
A Tsar, A Serial Killer (??), and a Cabinetmaker from Myjava
In today's episode, I take you on a journey through my unexpected DNA discoveries and how they've connected me to both famous and infamous historical figures. This discovery some new (but very old) Hungarian connections inspired me to research ...
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Season 3
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Episode 114
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43:26
