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The Ledge - Snap Classic

Strapped in a harness, on the edge of a mountain, the snow bridge lets out a hollow crack as it gives way. The story of two climbers whose fates are intertwined by a length of rope.Big thanks to Jim Davidson for sharing his story!Jim wrote a book with Kevin Vaughan about surviving the fall on Mt. Rainier, called The Ledge. He also wrote a book about his experiences during and after the Nepal earthquake called The Next Everest. Check them out!Produced by Justin Kramon, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot. Snap Classic - Season 17 - Episode 16 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Announcing Snap+

Snap+ is the new subscription membership program from Snap Judgment. You’ll get an ad-free stream, special behind-the-scenes features, and even some virtual hangs with Glynn. Bonus episodes will drop every month. Join us! Sign up at Supercast.  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nora Holt: The Lives and Loves of Harlem's Legendary Blonde Bombshell

A musical prodigy from Kansas becomes a renowned race woman in Chicago, a tabloid sensation in Harlem, and a musical force the world over. These are the many lives and loves of one of the most famous women of the era: Nora Holt. Starring Nichole Hill, Natalie Tulloch, and Christabel Nsiah-Buadi.This incredible story comes to us from Our Ancestors Were Messy, a show about our ancestors and all their drama. It dives into the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines and then history in pre-Civil Rights Era America. Host Nichole Hill takes her guests through the story of an ancestor in search of opportunity, adventure, love, and a way to beat Jim Crow. Along the way, these ancestors make messes that land them in the gossip columns of Black newspapers.Listen to Our Ancestors Were Messy on any podcast platform! Or follow along on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube.This story was written and produced by Nichole Hill. Sound design by Pat Mesiti-Miller with additional music by Mellat Makeda.Season 17 - Episode 15 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Last Paper Standing

Zaki is in Kabul running an indie newspaper called The Etilaatroz. The Taliban are approaching the city, and the entire newsroom is on edge. But the question in Zaki’s mind is, “How do we save the paper?” Plus, a story from a journalist who decides what belongs in her bag.Last Paper StandingThis story contains graphic imagery, sensitive listeners please be advised.Thank you to Zaki Daryabi for sharing your story with Snap! Extra thanks to Luft Ali Sultani and the entire team at Etilaatroz.If you want to learn more about Etilaatroz and their journey to cover the news, visit their website or watch a documentary about their days in Kabul on Youtube for free.Produced by Shaina Shealy, edited by Nancy Lopez, original score by Renzo Gorrio.Lost BaggageFatima decides what belongs in her bag. Thank you Fatima for sharing your story! You can see her reporting from Afghanistan on topics like women’s rights and education in The New York Times.Season 17 - Episode 14 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

The Wave - Snap Classic

What if you invented something the whole world knows but someone else took the credit? This week on Snap, we uncover the story of Krazy George, a shy wood-shop teacher turned professional cheerleader, who sparked a phenomenon from the stands of the Oakland Coliseum.A huge thank you to the man, the myth, the legend… Krazy George Henderson for sharing your story.At 80 years young, George is still banging his drum for the Spartans at his alma mater, San Jose State. He also just celebrated his 50th season cheering professionally for the San Jose Earthquakes of Major League Soccer.To read more about the life and times of George, check out his memoir “Still Krazy After All These Cheers” Produced by Bo Walsh, edited by Anna Sussman, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, artwork by Teo Ducot.Season 17 - Episode 13 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices