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Behind Gray WallsAuthor: Behind Gray Walls
Behind Gray Walls is a podcast featuring stories from the men and women who lived and worked at the Old Idaho State Penitentiary. Each week, Anthony, Samuel, and Skye explore prisoners whose crimes led them to serve time at the "Old Pen." Their history is explored in depth and compared to corrections topics faced in communities today. To support this podcast, visit: https://history.idaho.gov/donate/donation-payment/ Language: en Genres: True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Stool Pigeon Saturday - Susan Brodrero Hawkes on Franklin Idaho
Saturday, 6 June, 2026
In this episode, Anthony interviews the Site Coordinator for the Franklin Historic Site, Susan Bodrero Hawkes, in the Franklin City Center. Susan shares the history of Idaho's oldest settlement, from the arrival of early pioneers to Franklin's role in the establishment of the Idaho Territory and the annual celebration of Idaho Day. Along the way, Susan explores the stories behind some of Franklin's most treasured historic structures, including the Lorenzo Hill Hatch House and the John and Ann Doney Cabin, and highlights several of her favorite artifacts from the site's collection. Join us for a fascinating conversation about pioneer life, preservation, and the people who helped shape one of Idaho's most important historic communities. Visit today! The Franklin Site is open Memorial Day to Labor Day - 11:00 am - 2:30 pm - Tuesday-Saturday. Take a virtual tour with Susan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UEO1Ctpr-c
