In Episode 6 we’re going to dive into one past time that’s been popular for years – going to the movies! Some truly notable films came out of this period, and many revolved around current events.
To the Letter is a podcast brought to you in collaboration with University Libraries and the eLearning and Emerging Technologies Digital Studio. Joe Olexa is voiced by Kevin McCasland.
Letters featured in Episode 6 are available below:
Letter from Joe Olexa to Agnes Van Der Weide, April 22, 1944
Letter from Joe Olexa to Agnes Van Der Weide, April 23, 1944
Letter from Joe Olexa to Agnes Van Der Weide, April 27, 1944
Letter from Joe Olexa to Agnes Van Der Weide, April 29, 1944
Letter from Joe Olexa to Agnes Van Der Weide, April 30, 1944
We were fascinated to learn more about how going to the movies worked during WWII and what films were on Joe’s radar overseas. What 1940s films are your favorites? Send questions and comments to rupinskl@gvsu.edu. Happy listening!
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