Ephemeral

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Ephemeral

The best source on our cultural identity is not the official, historical record — ask any anthropologist, it’s the town dump. Ephemera — those things that were just barely saved, and in some cases not saved at all — emanate with secrets we can only glimpse and mysteries we can never completely answer. The stories may be unfamiliar, but the themes are universal; this is a looking glass, a window into our own fragile, material existence that begs the question, “How will I be remembered?”

  1. Introducing: Rip Current

    SEP 5

    Introducing: Rip Current

    California, September 1975. Within a span of 17 days and less than 90 miles, two women, working separately, tried to assassinate the president of the United States, Gerald R. Ford. These are the only two times we know of that a woman has tried to assassinate an American president.  The first, Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme, was already infamous as a prominent follower of cult leader Charles Manson. The second, Sara Jane Moore, was a 45 year-old housewife who infiltrated San Francisco's violent radical underground  working undercover for the FBI. The story of one strange and violent Summer, this season on RIP CURRENT. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5 min
  2. Ephemeral Podcasts

    12/31/2023

    Ephemeral Podcasts

    In our series finale, we ask some of our favorite creators about the ephemeral nature of podcasting itself.  Featuring podcasters Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant (Stuff You Should Know), Holly Frey and Tracy V. Wilson (Stuff You Missed In History Class), Robert Lamb and Joe McCormick (Stuff To Blow Your Mind), Ben Bowlin, Matt Frederick, and Noel Brown (Stuff They Don't Want You To Know), and Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum (Savor).   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 8m
  3. UMAN

    12/25/2023

    UMAN

    Listening to the rerelease of the 1992 album Chaleur Humaine by the band UMAN. Featuring artists Danielle and Didier Jean and record label proprietor Matt Werth of RVNG and Freedom to Spend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min
  4. Vampira

    10/24/2022

    Vampira

    The original, spooky, late-night TV host and one of the most influential characters in horror media, Vampira was the alter ego of Maila Nurmi, whose personal life was just as interesting offscreen. We talk with Maila's niece Sandra Niemi, author of the new biography "Glamour Ghoul." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 hr
  5. Video Stores III: Vidiots

    09/19/2022

    Video Stores III: Vidiots

    We revisit our series on video stores by showcasing the iconic, LA-based Vidiots, one of the only female-owned and operated video stores in the country. Vidiots closed in 2017, but are planning a major re-opening in Eagle Rock later this year. Featuring Maggie Mackay, Executive Director of Vidiots Foundation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min
  6. Movie Theaters

    08/08/2022

    Movie Theaters

    Nothing beats seeing a good movie on the big screen. But in the age of online streaming, how do theaters survive and continue to stay relevant? Featuring Jules McLean, Director of Operations for the New Beverly Cinema. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    47 min
  7. Sideshow

    07/11/2022

    Sideshow

    The history of the American Sideshow with guests Robin Miniter and Taylor Hagerdorn, the team behind the podcast Grim and Mild Presents: Sideshow.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
  8. Loyalty Freak Music

    06/06/2022

    Loyalty Freak Music

    Longtime Ephemeral listeners may recognize the music of chameleon artist Rrrrrose Azerty, although it can be a little tricky. They use twenty different aliases, produce music in every genre, and have released over 200 albums in the last decade. And almost all of it has been given away for free. Further listening at LoyaltyFreakMusic.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
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The best source on our cultural identity is not the official, historical record — ask any anthropologist, it’s the town dump. Ephemera — those things that were just barely saved, and in some cases not saved at all — emanate with secrets we can only glimpse and mysteries we can never completely answer. The stories may be unfamiliar, but the themes are universal; this is a looking glass, a window into our own fragile, material existence that begs the question, “How will I be remembered?”

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    iHeartPodcasts
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    iHeartPodcasts
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    62
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    Clean
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