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From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past

City of Edmonton Archives

From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton’s Past is a bi-weekly podcast that explores the early history of Edmonton through digitized audio recordings preserved in the City of Edmonton Archives. These recordings were made by the people who helped shape Edmonton and who bore witness to the community’s growth throughout the early twentieth century. Wearing headphones to listen is highly recommended!

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An Interview with Muriel Clark

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04/05/23 • 38 min

In today's episode, we join Bruce Ibsen and Muriel Clark in their January 28th, 1987 interview. The daughter of Joseph Clark, a former Mayor of Edmonton, Clark describes her perspective of the City as well as some details of the personal life of one of Edmonton's most well-known mayors.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 30th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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04/05/23 • 38 min

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An Interview with Frank Rodberg

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03/22/23 • 45 min

In today's episode, we join Bruce Ibsen and Frank Rodberg in their December 2nd, 1985 interview. A longtime resident of Edmonton, Rodberg describes the City's growth over the years as well as his experience working as a Bailiff for the Sherriff's office.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 30th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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03/22/23 • 45 min

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An Interview with Stan McMillan

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03/08/23 • 57 min

In today's episode, we join Bruce Ibsen and Stan McMillan in their November 20th, 1985 interview. As a bushpilot, McMillan describes his career in aviation and some notable incidents in Edmonton's history regarding the work of pilots.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 26th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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03/08/23 • 57 min

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An Interview with Bryce Van Dusen

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02/22/23 • 65 min

In today's episode, we join Bruce Ibsen and Bryce Van Dusen in their September 6th, 1985 interview. The son of early western settlers, Van Dusen describes his life in early Edmonton and his work as an entrepreneur.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 26th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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02/22/23 • 65 min

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An Interview with Ernie Smalian

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02/08/23 • 111 min

In today's episode, we join Bruce Ibsen and Ernie Smalian in their July 12th, 1985 interview. Smalian describes his work building the early hockey community in Edmonton.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 26th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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02/08/23 • 111 min

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An Interview with James F. Falconer

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01/25/23 • 140 min

In today's episode, we join John McIssac in his November 27th, 1981 interview of James F. Falconer. Falconer, a member of the Edmonton Public School Board among other positions, describes the changes he saw in Edmonton and Alberta during his career.
Cover Image: EA-4-9 [James F. Falconer]
https://cityarchives.edmonton.ca/james-f-falconer-2
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 25th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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01/25/23 • 140 min

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An Interview with Doug Lychak

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01/11/23 • 60 min

In today's episode, we join Bruce Ibsen in his June 25th, 1985 interview of Doug Lychak, City Manager. Lychak describes his time before being hired as the City of Edmonton's City Manager, as well as crucial points in his carrier during.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 25th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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01/11/23 • 60 min

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An Interview with Elizabeth 'Betty' Hewes

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12/28/22 • 162 min

On today's episode, we join John McIssac in his October 4th, 1984 interview of Elizabeth 'Betty' Hewes. An Alderman from 1974 to 1984, Hewes speaks to her time in Edmonton and her work with 22 public and community service boards. Hewes also speaks to her work as an MLA after her aldermanic career and election to the Legislature as a Liberal member, the first woman since Nellie McLung in 1921.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 25th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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12/28/22 • 162 min

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An Interview with Margaret 'Peggy' Farnell (O'Conner), Part 2

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12/14/22 • 42 min

In today's episode, we join John McIssac and Margaret 'Peggy' Farnell (O'Conner) for the second part of their September 20th, 1984 interview.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 24th, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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12/14/22 • 42 min

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An Interview with Janice Rhea Reimer, Part 1

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04/19/23 • 86 min

In today's episode, we join Georgia Baird in the first part of her 1996 interview of former alderman and Mayor Janice Rhea Reimer.
This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on March 31st, 2021.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.

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04/19/23 • 86 min

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How many episodes does From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past have?

From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past currently has 84 episodes available.

What topics does From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past cover?

The podcast is about History and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past?

The episode title 'An Interview with Muriel Clark' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past?

The average episode length on From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past is 65 minutes.

How often are episodes of From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past released?

Episodes of From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past?

The first episode of From the Vaults: Audio from Edmonton's Past was released on Oct 7, 2020.

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