Unscripted conversations about Maine and New England history. Join Ian Saxine and Tiffany Link as they speak with writers, curators, and other knowledgeable guests, connecting colorful local stories to big ideas.
Episodes
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Elizabeth DeWolfe discusses the tragedy, trial, and media sensation surrounding the death of a young Biddeford mill worker named Berengera Caswell in 1849.
2 years ago
Not to be too much of a stickler for details, but Mary Bean would have collected half-dimes, not nickles! Nickles were not minted until the 1860s. The half dime was a small silver coin, the nickle, as we all know, is not silver. Great episode, however! Loved it.