7 episodes
Old Bright Alix Jo Ryan & Carson Ellis
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- Society & Culture
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4.8 • 17 Ratings
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Old Bright is an ongoing collection of conversations that documents musings, speculation and light research on and around an Oregon pioneer farmstead.
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Catching Up
In this year end / new year episode we read some of the best notes from our listeners, ponder some of the stories we told this year and chat about our projects and intentions for 2022. Regular programming to resume in the next episode.
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Special Guest Kevin Mittge
We spend this episode chatting with Robbins’ family descendent and genealogist Kevin Mittge about the Robbins’ migration west, what it means to be the keeper of a family history, and the concept of genealogy in general. He keeps the excellent blog Robbins Roots.
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Jennie Melcher
We look into the rumor that someone burned down a house and barn on the Robbins-Melcher-Schatz farmstead to collect insurance money and we find, at the heart of it, the sensational story of Jennie Melcher.
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The Story of Jacob Robbins, part 1
An account of the life of Jacob Robbins, as given by his son Harvey in 1921; a brief interlude from our regular programming while we figure out what our regular programming should be.
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Hexafoil
An investigation into markings on an old door, a good long ramble about magic, and a short lesson on townships.
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Prince Albert in a Can
A catalogue of our findings from under the barn, a quick investigation into large boulders holding up posts, and some quality prohibition musing.
Customer Reviews
wholesome yet sometimes gruesome
This podcast is a balm to my lonely heart. As I find myself still fairly isolated while seeing others around me abandon all caution and return to “life as normal,” listening in to this discussion among friends is comforting. Yet, I also appreciate that, as they are discussing the history of Carson Ellis’ homestead, they don’t gloss over difficult topics.
Exactly What I Needed
It’s a rainy early October day, and this easygoing podcast between friends is exactly what I want to listen to swaddled in a flannel on my porch swing. Such a delight—I’m looking forward to the next episode, whenever it may come.
Interesting, relaxing pod
Fascinating exploratory podcast for people interested delving into history by way of discoveries and observations from an Oregon homestead. I’ve really enjoyed how small objects or topics branch into Oregonian and US history. I found it very engaging and relaxing. Can’t wait for more!