Wiki While You Work

Hazel Greenwhich
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The podcast where I read you Wiki while you work!

Episodes

  1. 07/14/2025

    Reggie Lewis

    A dive into the life, career and death of Celtics great Reggie Lewis

    9 min

  2. 07/14/2025

    Eggnog Riots

    A dive into the 1826 Eggnog Riots at Westpoint

    20 min

  3. 07/07/2025

    Buried Alive: The Remarkable Rescue of Barbara Jane Mackle

    The 1968 kidnapping of Barbara Jane Mackle captivated the nation with its dramatic and unsettling details. Kidnapped from a motel by Gary Stephen Krist and his accomplice Ruth Eisman Shire, Mackle was buried alive in a ventilated box while awaiting rescue. Despite the chilling circumstances, Mackle remained hopeful, leading to an eventual rescue after three harrowing days. The incident led to book publications and TV adaptations, recounting her resilience and the subsequent capture of her abductors. This gripping true crime tale explores themes of hope, justice, and the complexity of human morality.

    9 min

  4. 07/07/2025

    Unpacking Black Monday: The Day the Markets Shook

    On October 19, 1987, known as Black Monday, global stock markets experienced a severe crash, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average suffering its largest one-day percentage drop in history. Triggered by international tensions and financial missteps, the crash had worldwide losses estimated at $1.71 trillion, affecting major markets from the US to Hong Kong. The US Federal Reserve intervened promptly, injecting liquidity to stabilize the financial system and prevent further economic damage. This episode delves into the causes, immediate impacts, and the implications of the crash, offering insights into crisis management and recovery dynamics.

    28 min

  5. 07/07/2025

    The Life and Legacy of Gilda Radner: A Comedic Icon

    Gilda Radner was a trailblazing American actress and comedian, renowned as one of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live (SNL). She specialized in parodies of TV stereotypes and created iconic characters like Roseanne Rosannadanna and Emily Litella. Despite a successful career in comedy, Radner faced personal struggles, including eating disorders and an unsuccessful film career. Her marriage to Gene Wilder marked a significant chapter in her life. Diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer in 1986, Radner displayed immense strength and resilience, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and courage that continues to inspire to this day.

    25 min
  • 5 Episodes

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The podcast where I read you Wiki while you work!

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  • Creator
    Hazel Greenwhich
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Explicit