The 8 Decades Podcast's final episode explores the past decade through the personal lens of Steve Freeland, covering significant historical events from 2010 to 2023. Host Josiah Freeland sits down with his grandfather to discuss major world events, personal challenges, and reflective insights spanning technology, politics, social movements, and family experiences. From global tragedies to personal triumphs, this episode offers a unique generational perspective on recent American history, wrapped up with heartfelt advice and personal reflections.

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Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

1:30 Burj Khalifa

2:13 Nuclear Disaster in Japan

2:57 Battle Against Cancer

10:19 Sandy Hook Mass Shooting

11:59 Shootings, Then & Now

12:48 End of The Mayan Calendar

13:31 Boston Marathon Bombings

14:49 Snowden's NSA Leaks

19:31 Flight 370 Disappeared

20:49 West Africa Ebola Outbreak

21:58 ISIS & Their Rise to Power

22:49 President Trump

23:23 Retirement

26:21 Kneeling During National Anthem

31:06 Country Music Festival Shooting

31:53 COVID-19

32:22 Killing of George Floyd

33:40 USA Capitol Invasion

34:09 Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

36:09 James Webb Telescope

37:05 1st Final Question

38:46 2nd Final Question

Credits:

History fact checked by Jeffrey Copeland

Sound design by Bijoy Ahmed

Video backgrounds by Nathaniel Agueros

Hosted & edited by Josiah Freeland

Sharing stories & perspectives by Steve Freeland

Special thanks to Cale Freeland for encouragement & help along the way.

In this sixth episode of the 8 Decades Podcast, host Josiah Freeland continues exploring American history through his grandfather Steve Freeland's personal perspective. The episode delves into the pivotal decade of the 2000s, examining transformative events like 9/11, the first iPhone release, Hurricane Katrina, the Great Recession, and Barack Obama's historic presidential election. Steve shares intimate reflections, personal experiences, and thoughtful insights that provide a unique, firsthand account of this complex and challenging period in recent American history.

Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

1:28 9/11

15:12 Discovering Methuselah

16:08 Hurricane Katrina

18:13 The First iPhone

18:53 Great Recession

26:53 President Obama

28:53 Change in Politics

29:27 Avatar, Highest Grossing Movie

32:36 Sneak Peak

Credits:

History fact checked by Jeffrey Copeland

Sound design by Bijoy Ahmed

Video backgrounds by Nathaniel Agueros

Hosted & edited by Josiah Freeland

Sharing stories & perspectives by Steve Freeland

Special thanks to Cale Freeland for encouragement & help along the way.

Disclaimer: Audio excerpt from a historical ABC News segment, used under fair use for commentary and educational purposes.

In this fifth episode of the 8 Decades Podcast, host Josiah Freeland sits down with his grandfather Steve Freeland to explore the pivotal moments and personal stories of the 1990s. From technological advancements and global changes to personal milestones, this episode offers a unique, intimate perspective on a transformative decade through the eyes of someone who lived through it. Join them as they discuss everything from the fall of the Soviet Union to the rise of the internet, blending historical events with heartfelt family memories.

Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

1:17 Hubble Space Telescope

2:47 Jeffrey Dahmer

3:56 USSR Collapse

6:34 First GMOs

12:27 Amazon.com

14:42 His Kids Getting Married

18:34 First Cloned Animal

20:40 DVDs

22:04 Gas Prices

23:00 Grandchildren

26:12 Y2K

29:55 Earth's Rapid Population Growth

34:06 A New Millennium

35:36 Sneak Peak

Credits:

History fact checked by Jeffrey Copeland

Sound design by Bijoy Ahmed

Video backgrounds by Nathaniel Agueros

Hosted & edited by Josiah Freeland

Sharing stories & perspectives by Steve Freeland

Special thanks to Cale Freeland for encouragement & help along the way.

Disclaimer: Audio excerpt from a historical The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age segment, used under fair use for commentary and educational purposes.