Noted story teller and former journalist Mike Allen interviews special guests and then produces amazing tales about people, places and events from Connecticut history. His style and enthusiasm make history relatable, interesting, fun and informative. You certainly don‘t have to be from Connecticut to enjoy these stories -- you just need to find history interesting and to love a good story. New episodes are published every Thursday. Theme music (Musical Interlewd 1, intro; Musical Interlewd 2, outro) by Christopher Cech. Podcast logo design by Ashley Cech. Logo photo by Yvonne Cech. This podcast is a production of True North Associates, LLC.
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Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Soap Box Derby Racing in Connecticut
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Connecticut has sent many a world champion to the annual Soap Box Derby championship race in Akron, Ohio over the years. What are their tricks? How does it feel to race down a 16% grade? What's the story behind the Derby, that has offered excitement to children aged 7-21, while instilling skills and leadership qualities in them for more than 75 years? Hear a number of Derby drivers, parents and race organizers discuss the thrill of the competition and the outlook for the future.
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