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.

In this fourth 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 1980s. From technological innovations and space exploration to significant world events, Steve shares his unique perspective on a transformative decade. He tells stories of family life, work challenges, and the cultural shifts that defined this remarkable period of American history.

Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

1:46 NASA's Enterprise

2:08 First Reports of AIDS

2:43 AT&T & His Rant

10:39 Working 4 Jobs

15:26 First Mobile Phone

17:28 First Untethered Space Walk

19:01 Coke 2

20:14 Chernobyl's Nuclear Accident

21:42 Comet Halley

22:51 Challenger Explosion

27:09 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 Forgotten Fantasies segment, used under fair use for commentary and educational purposes.

In this third episode of the 8 Decades Podcast, host Josiah Freeland sits down with his grandfather, Steve Freeland, to explore the pivotal decade of the 1970s. Through personal stories and historical reflections, they dive into family milestones, significant national events, and the personal transformations that shaped this dynamic period of American history. From adopting a child to navigating the political landscape of the era, this episode offers an intimate and engaging look at one family's journey through a decade of change.

Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

1:47 Adoption & Pregnancy

10:06 "Fasser, Daddy, Fasser!"

11:16 Daughter-In-Law

12:48 A Third Child

17:03 Voting Age From 21 To 18

18:00 Too Busy

22:01 President Nixon

24:43 Nationwide 55 MPH Limit

26:14 VHS & Opinion On Technology

30:01 Viking 1 Lander

31:12 Apple II Computer

35:35 Star Wars: A New Hope

37:40 Jonestown

40:03 3-Mile Island Nuclear Accident

42:39 63 American Hostages

47:39 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 PIX11 News segment, used under fair use for commentary and educational purposes.

In the second episode of the 8 Decades Podcast, Josiah Freeland delves into the 1960s with his grandfather Steve, exploring significant milestones like the introduction of zip codes, the Civil Rights Movement, President Kennedy's assassination, and the moon landing. Through personal stories and historical insights, they examine social changes, technological advances, and the cultural landscape that defined this pivotal decade in American history.

Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

1:39 ZIP Codes

6:04 U-2 Spy Plane

6:37 First Human To Orbit Earth

7:31 Aluminum Cans

9:41 JFK's Assassination

13:36 MLK Jr. & His Famous Speech

15:18 Disclaimer

16:16 Voting Rights Act

20:55 First Heart Transplant

23:32 Landing On The Moon

26:07 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 the first episode of the 8 Decades Podcast, host Josiah Freeland explores the first 18 years of his grandfather Steve Freeland's life, spanning from 1941 to 1959. Through intimate storytelling, the episode offers a personal lens into post-World War II America, revealing how one family experienced significant historical moments, technological advances, and cultural shifts. They journey through a unique perspective of mid-20th century American life, sharing firsthand accounts of military experiences, technological innovations, and the everyday realities of growing up during a transformative period in history. Join Josiah as he uncovers family stories that provide a rich, nuanced understanding of this pivotal era.

Discussed in this episode:

0:00 Intro

2:05 Steve Freeland's Introduction

3:53 Atomic Bombs Development

5:44 World War II

6:41 Life as a Military Kid

12:33 Invention of the Microwave

12:53 Korean War

16:52 Other Countries Develop Atomic Bombs

18:13 King George VI & Queen Elizabeth II

20:13 News & Information Delay

22:03 First Sub-4-Minute Mile Run

22:43 41,000 Miles of Highway

24:07 Elvis's Rise to Fame

25:24 Vietnam War

29:48 Final Question

34:07 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 Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech, used under fair use for commentary and educational purposes.

A mini podcast series where 22-year-old Josiah Freeland sits with his grandpa, Steve, to explore the past 80 years of American history, looking at it from his perspective and sharing personal stories.