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It's Up To You! - Bob Jacobsen, Author, Historian Wheaton Legend (Part 1)



EPISODE SUMMARY

Presenting the 1st of 3 episodes of our special podcast guest Bob Jacobsen!  Bob's a charming, old-fashioned storyteller who will leave you captivated and wanting more through each episode. This episode takes us back to Bob's childhood in Staten Island and how his family survived and thrived during the Depression era. His memories retold as if it was yesterday.  You'll find yourself smiling by the end!


EPISODE NOTES

Presenting the 1st of 3 episodes of our special podcast guest Bob Jacobsen!  Bob's a charming, old-fashioned storyteller who will leave you captivated and wanting more through each episode. This episode takes us back to Bob's childhood in Staten Island and how his family survived and thrived during the Depression era. His memories retold as if it was yesterday.  You'll find yourself smiling by the end!


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