The Nantucket Gam
The Nantucket Gam
Podcast Description
A podcast about Nantucket’s History. Created and published by the Nantucket Historical Association.
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The podcast focuses on key historical events in Nantucket, with themes such as community resilience, disaster management, and traditional folklore. Specific episodes explore significant occurrences like the Great Fire of 1846 and feature stories of collaboration and loss, while also addressing modern perspectives related to historical events.
A podcast about Nantucket’s History. Research, stories and interviews that explore topics in the island’s past and tie them to modern day Nantucket. Created and published by the Nantucket Historical Association.
This month, the Nantucket Gam explores Nantucket’s role in a key moment in American history – the California Gold Rush. At a time of economic downturn and hardship, the Gold Rush proved an opportunity for Nantucketers to provide for their families. Join us to learn how the end of the whaling era kickstarted a dramatic exodus to California. Plus, we interview author Ron Filion, who’s book details some of the ships that carried Nantucketers from coast to coast. Don’t miss this month’s episode – it’s podcast gold!
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