In this episode of Eyewitness History, we sit down with Lois Lowry, the two-time Newbery Medal-winning author behind The Giver, Number the Stars, and many other beloved works. Lowry discusses the inspiration behind her stories, the themes of memory and morality that run through her work, and the lasting impact of The Giver on readers and society.

Check out her website: http://loislowry.com/

In this episode of Eyewitness History, we sit down with Lois Lowry, the two-time Newbery Medal-winning author behind The Giver, Number the Stars, and many other beloved works. Lowry discusses the inspiration behind her stories, the themes of memory and morality that run through her work, and the lasting impact of The Giver on readers and society.
Check out her website: <a href="http://loislowry.com/">http://loislowry.com/</a>

What was it like to hear about the JFK assassination? Or America’s triumph over Hitler? Or seeing Queen at Live-Aid? Our past is a collection of stories that bring us to now. Welcome to the Eyewitness History podcast, where we view history through the eyes of the people that watched the events that shaped our world. 

If you have a story from history that you would like to share, I would love to hear it! Please reach out to me using my Contact form at https://www.jeremystalnecker.com

What was it like to hear about the JFK assassination? Or America’s triumph over Hitler? Or seeing Queen at Live-Aid? Our past is a collection of stories that bring us to now. Welcome to the Eyewitness History podcast, where we view history through the eyes of the people that watched the events that shaped our world.  If you have a story from history that you would like to share, I would love to hear it! Please reach out to me using my Contact form at https://www.jeremystalnecker.com

What was it like to hear about the JFK assassination? Or America’s triumph over Hitler? Or seeing Queen at Live-Aid? Our past is a collection of stories that bring us to now. Welcome to the Eyewitness History podcast, where we view history through the...

Eyewitness History

What was it like to hear about the JFK assassination? Or America’s triumph over Hitler? Or to watch the moon landing on TV? Our past is a collection of stories that bring us to now. Welcome to the Eyewitness History podcast, where we view history through the eyes of the people that watched the events that shaped our world. 

If you have a story from history that you would like to share, I would love to hear it! Please reach out to me using my Contact form at https://www.jeremystalnecker.com

What was it like to hear about the JFK assassination? Or America’s triumph over Hitler? Or to watch the moon landing on TV? Our past is a collection of stories that bring us to now. Welcome to the Eyewitness History podcast, where we view history through the eyes of the people that watched the events that shaped our world.  If you have a story from history that you would like to share, I would love to hear it! Please reach out to me using my Contact form at https://www.jeremystalnecker.com

Lois Lowry Talks "The Giver", Process, and Book Banning

In this episode of Eyewitness History, we speak with Jo-Anne Berelowitz, author and art historian, about her captivating auto-fiction memoir Somewhere I Belong. Born in Durban, South Africa, Jo-Anne shares her journey through betrayal, family secrets, and the search for home, tracing her story from her father’s warnings of revolution to uncovering her Jewish grandparents’ history in Lithuania and Russia.

Jo-Anne discusses how identity, displacement, and resilience shaped her life, her career in art history, and ultimately her path to self-discovery. Her story is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the universal quest to find where one truly belongs.

In this episode of Eyewitness History, we speak with Jo-Anne Berelowitz, author and art historian, about her captivating auto-fiction memoir Somewhere I Belong. Born in Durban, South Africa, Jo-Anne shares her journey through betrayal, family secrets, and the search for home, tracing her story from her father&rsquo;s warnings of revolution to uncovering her Jewish grandparents&rsquo; history in Lithuania and Russia.
Jo-Anne discusses how identity, displacement, and resilience shaped her life, her career in art history, and ultimately her path to self-discovery. Her story is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the universal quest to find where one truly belongs.

Betrayal, Family, and the Search for Belonging

Our guest today is none other than the incomparable Pat Boone.

With a decades-long career, Pat has graced stages, screens, and airwaves with his golden voice and timeless charisma. From chart-topping hits to silver-screen successes, he's a multifaceted talent who has stood the test of time.

We discuss his career, fame, and why he said no to making a movie with Marilyn Monroe!

Now, I give you Pat Boone!

Our guest today is none other than the incomparable Pat Boone. With a decades-long career, Pat has graced stages, screens, and airwaves with his golden voice and timeless charisma. From chart-topping hits to silver-screen successes, he's a multifaceted talent who has stood the test of time. We discuss his career, fame, and why he said no to making a movie with Marilyn Monroe! Now, I give you Pat Boone!

RE-AIR: Pat Boone Discusses Fame, Marilyn Monroe, and Elvis Opening For Him

On this episode of Eyewitness History, we sit down with Jeffrey Riddick, the screenwriter and producer behind the iconic Final Destination franchise. Riddick shares his journey from aspiring writer to Hollywood powerhouse, revealing the inspirations, challenges, and creative processes that brought one of modern horror’s most enduring series to life.

We dive into:


The genesis of Final Destination and how Riddick transformed a simple idea into a cinematic phenomenon.


Stories from the set and behind-the-scenes insights that fans have never heard.


The challenges of writing suspense, fear, and death in a way that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.


Jeffrey’s advice for aspiring filmmakers, screenwriters, and anyone chasing creative dreams.


How horror reflects society’s fears and why it resonates with audiences worldwide.

Whether you’re a diehard Final Destination fan, a lover of film history, or curious about the craft of screenwriting, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the mind of one of Hollywood’s most influential horror storytellers.

On this episode of Eyewitness History, we sit down with Jeffrey Riddick, the screenwriter and producer behind the iconic Final Destination franchise. Riddick shares his journey from aspiring writer to Hollywood powerhouse, revealing the inspirations, challenges, and creative processes that brought one of modern horror&rsquo;s most enduring series to life.
We dive into:
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The genesis of Final Destination and how Riddick transformed a simple idea into a cinematic phenomenon.
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Stories from the set and behind-the-scenes insights that fans have never heard.
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The challenges of writing suspense, fear, and death in a way that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
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Jeffrey&rsquo;s advice for aspiring filmmakers, screenwriters, and anyone chasing creative dreams.
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How horror reflects society&rsquo;s fears and why it resonates with audiences worldwide.
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Whether you&rsquo;re a diehard Final Destination fan, a lover of film history, or curious about the craft of screenwriting, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the mind of one of Hollywood&rsquo;s most influential horror storytellers.

Lois Lowry Talks "The Giver", Process, and Book Banning

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