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S3: Ep3: Singing, Stockport and a Lunatic Asylum: Unearthing the Past with Blossoms' Tom Ogden
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Experience a captivating journey through history and music as Dr Michala Hulme sits down with Tom Ogden, the charismatic lead singer of the British band Blossoms. Tom opens up about the band's meteoric rise and the creative sparks behind their upcoming album, "Gary." This episode promises an intimate look at the band's process and Tom's personal connection to his roots, all while giving a nod to the trials and triumphs of being in the spotlight.
In this episode, the pair turn back the clock to the early 20th century to unravel the dramatic and often tumultuous events surrounding life on Stafford Street. Through detailed accounts and historical records, they explore neighbourhood disputes, familial resilience, and John Ridgway’s commendable military service during WWI.
Michala also delves into the haunting tale of William Upton, a hat planker whose tragic battle with mental health issues reveals the stark realities of early 1900s medical treatment. This episode blends personal anecdotes with historical context, offering listeners a glimpse of life in Stockport, a working-class town in North West England. #ancestry #historian #podcast
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Michala Hulme
The Blossoms
Power of One
Rostherne Research
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Kapitel
1. S3: Ep3: Singing, Stockport and a Lunatic Asylum: Unearthing the Past with Blossoms' Tom Ogden (00:00:00)
2. Exploring the Roots (00:00:02)
3. Family History (00:12:52)
4. Tragic Family History Uncovered (00:25:22)
5. Family History Unveiled (00:30:54)
6. Family History Uncovered (00:39:13)
7. Supporting One (00:46:44)
32 Episoden
Manage episode 442698337 series 3474682
Experience a captivating journey through history and music as Dr Michala Hulme sits down with Tom Ogden, the charismatic lead singer of the British band Blossoms. Tom opens up about the band's meteoric rise and the creative sparks behind their upcoming album, "Gary." This episode promises an intimate look at the band's process and Tom's personal connection to his roots, all while giving a nod to the trials and triumphs of being in the spotlight.
In this episode, the pair turn back the clock to the early 20th century to unravel the dramatic and often tumultuous events surrounding life on Stafford Street. Through detailed accounts and historical records, they explore neighbourhood disputes, familial resilience, and John Ridgway’s commendable military service during WWI.
Michala also delves into the haunting tale of William Upton, a hat planker whose tragic battle with mental health issues reveals the stark realities of early 1900s medical treatment. This episode blends personal anecdotes with historical context, offering listeners a glimpse of life in Stockport, a working-class town in North West England. #ancestry #historian #podcast
Useful Links
Michala Hulme
The Blossoms
Power of One
Rostherne Research
Support the show
Kapitel
1. S3: Ep3: Singing, Stockport and a Lunatic Asylum: Unearthing the Past with Blossoms' Tom Ogden (00:00:00)
2. Exploring the Roots (00:00:02)
3. Family History (00:12:52)
4. Tragic Family History Uncovered (00:25:22)
5. Family History Unveiled (00:30:54)
6. Family History Uncovered (00:39:13)
7. Supporting One (00:46:44)
32 Episoden
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