When a young Eva Kollisch arrives as a refugee in New York in 1940, she finds a community among socialists who share her values and idealism. She soon discovers ‘the cause’ isn’t as idyllic as it seems. Little does she know this is the beginning of a lifelong commitment to activism and her determination to create radical change in ways that include belonging, love and one's full self. In addition to Eva Kollisch’s memoirs Girl in Movement (2000) and The Ground Under My Feet (2014), LBI’s collections include an oral history interview with Eva conducted in 2014 and the papers of Eva’s mother, poet Margarete Kolllisch, which document Eva’s childhood experience on the Kindertransport. Learn more at www.lbi.org/kollisch . Exile is a production of the Leo Baeck Institute , New York | Berlin and Antica Productions . It’s narrated by Mandy Patinkin. Executive Producers include Katrina Onstad, Stuart Coxe, and Bernie Blum. Senior Producer is Debbie Pacheco. Associate Producers are Hailey Choi and Emily Morantz. Research and translation by Isabella Kempf. Sound design and audio mix by Philip Wilson, with help from Cameron McIver. Theme music by Oliver Wickham. Voice acting by Natalia Bushnik. Special thanks to the Kollisch family for the use of Eva’s two memoirs, “Girl in Movement” and “The Ground Under My Feet”, the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College and their “Voices of Feminism Oral History Project”, and Soundtrack New York.…
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The History Museum proudly presents “A Bend in Time,” a new podcast of curated histories of the greater South Bend, Indiana area. Hosted by Aaron Helman, the newest series, ”Forgotten Businesses of South Bend,” dives into the incredible history of some of South Bend’s lesser-known industries. Visit https://www.historymuseumsb.org/see-do/a-bend-in-time/ for more information!
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Episode 8: South Bend Watch Ice-block watches, arctic expeditions, and dishonest postcards and more in this episode about the South Bend Watch Company. In this final episode of A Bend in Time's series on forgotten businesses, we chronicle the rise and fall of this trailblazing watchmaker that dared to challenge the giants of its industry. From marketing brilliance and luxurious railroad-grade timepieces to its tragic downfall in the Great Depression, this episode highlights a company whose innovation and legacy still tick on today. Don’t miss this fascinating finale! Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 7: George Cutter Company What do New Orleans’ flickering streetlights and South Bend’s industrial past have in common? The George Cutter Company. In this episode of A Bend in Time , we illuminate the story of the man who brought style to streetlights across the U.S. and beyond. From his collaborations with Alexander Graham Bell to crafting iconic Arcadian lamps still standing in historic districts, George Cutter’s legacy is a beacon of innovation and design. Learn about his remarkable journey, the rise of his company, and its eventual assimilation into Westinghouse. Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 6: Birdsell Manufacturing Company Lawsuits, poetry, and a game-changing machine! This episode of A Bend in Time dives into the story of the Birdsell Manufacturing Company, the pioneering South Bend firm that revolutionized farming with the Birdsell Clover Huller. Follow the epic battles of J.C. Birdsell as he fought to protect his patent, built an industrial empire, and turned a niche invention into an international success. From factory whistles heard miles away to unhinged marketing poetry and extravagant galas, this episode reveals the innovation and drama behind one of South Bend’s most colorful enterprises. Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 5: The South Bend News-Times Rivalries, rising stars, and the race for readers! Explore the history of the South Bend News-Times , a scrappy underdog that nurtured talents like Ring Lardner and Charles Butterworth while battling its rival, the South Bend Tribune . Discover tales of journalistic pranks, political feuds, and how a little basement graffiti launched a cartoonist’s career. Despite its legacy of incredible local coverage, the News-Times struggled against changing times and shifting reader loyalties, leading to its poignant farewell in 1938. Relive the story of a newspaper that gave South Bend its voice—and its heart. Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 4: Muessel Brewing In this episode of A Bend in Time , we follow the fascinating journey of the Muessel Brewing Company—from its Bavarian roots to its rise as a South Bend institution. Discover how this family-owned brewery thrived amidst temperance movements, tragic headlines, and the devastating effects of Prohibition. With tales of championship football teams, daring robberies, and enduring community landmarks like Muessel Grove Park, this is more than a story about beer—it's a story about resilience, legacy, and the surprising ways history lingers. Cheers to that! Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 3: Stephenson Underwear Murder, mayhem, and long johns! Step back in time to explore the scandalous rise and fall of the Stephenson Underwear Mills, one of South Bend’s most influential—yet controversial—businesses. From woolen suits worn by President Benjamin Harrison to battles over land, labor, and tariffs, this episode of A Bend in Time delves into the company’s storied past. Discover how a factory pet bear, dynamite publicity stunts, and whispers of murder made the tale of Stephenson Underwear anything but ordinary. Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 2: South Bend Toy Company From croquet sets and baseball bats to doll carriages and record-breaking wagons, the South Bend Toy Company once ruled as a global toy titan. But behind the success were fiery factory disasters, wartime contributions, and a remarkable legacy of craftsmanship. Join A Bend in Time as we uncover how this iconic toy maker rose to international fame, broke sales records, won accolades—and ultimately faced the challenges of changing times and a high-tech toy market. Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 1: South Bend Bait Company What do lures, bamboo rods, and a scandalous escape to Sandusky have in common? Dive into the story of the South Bend Bait Company—once a fishing industry titan and now a collector's dream. From deer-hair hooks to million-dollar sales, this episode of A Bend in Time unravels the dramatic history of innovation, scandal, and resilience behind one of South Bend’s most fascinating forgotten businesses. Part of Series 2: Forgotten Businesses of South Bend A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 8: William Longley William Longley was mayor of South Bend from 1888-1892, and if he would have had his own way, he would have never been mayor at all. The reluctant city leader won a reluctant campaign that left him overseeing a growing city with growing industry. He also was left to administrate a soap opera involving the establishment of city parks, high profile fires, and the largest and most prestigious international delegation that had ever come to South Bend. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 05:27 Brief biography of William Longley 12:57 Longley elected as Mayor against his will 20:00 City Council drama with the South Bend Railway 22:12 President Benjamin Harrison wears underwear made in South Bend! 23:50 The city decides on brick roads 25:54 The city receives to controversial land donations for city parks 30:42 The Pan-American Congress visits South Bend 34:42 Accusations of political dishonesty derail the Oliver Hotel 35:34 Singer threatens to leave South Bend 36:33 The annexation of Myler 37:27 Mayor Longley’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 7: George Loughman George Loughman was mayor of South Bend from 1884-1888, and while he was mayor, he was also freight agent with the railroad, foreman of a fire station, President of the South Bend Building and Loan, and an insurance dealer. His tenure watched over the professionalization of city’s police and firefighters, a historic visit from presidential candidate James Blaine, a violent strike that almost drove Oliver from the city, and the death of Schuyler Colfax. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 00:35 Racist affronts and attacks toward South Bend’s only Chinese citizen 04:06 Brief biography of George Loughman 08:37 City cuts funding to firefighters in 1883 11:14 Political upset in the 1884 election 14:15 Presidential candidate James Blaine visits South Bend! 18:27 Strike at the Oliver Factory turns violent 20:43 Death of Schuyler Colfax 23:04 Mayor Loughman scrambles to keep the Oliver business in South Bend 26:13 City’s first streetcar system opens! 29:18 Construction begins on Tippecanoe Place 31:28 Oil derricks go up amidst South Bend’s gas craze 32:20 Mayor Loughman’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website at historymuseumsb.org…
Episode 6: Dr. Levi Ham Dr. Levi Ham was mayor of South Bend from 1880-1884, 74 years old by the time he took office, and 78 by the time he left. Ham inherited a city that was financially kneecapped and one that was changing in the face of European immigration. He helped deliver Democrats to power, even as the party and its members were touched by controversy. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 01:24 The roots of Polish immigration to South Bend 05:23 Biography of Dr. Levi Ham 10:56 Understanding the shocking election of 1880 18:44 Death of Dr. Louis Humphreys, South Bend’s second mayor 20:15 Controversial charges of electioneering against Ham and the Democrats 22:56 Controversy with local police officer working sneakily for Democratic party 25:08 A burglar steals the mayor’s teeth! 27:36 Massive impropriety found with City Treasurer Clint Rush 33:50 Mayor Ham attends westside ethnic celebrations 35:36 Mayor Ham’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website.…
Episode 5: Lucius Tong Tong was mayor of South Bend from 1878-1880, the first of its leaders to come with a degree from the University of Notre Dame. During his term, Tong oversaw maintenance on a city whose original infrastructure was turning 15 years old, acquired the land that would be come Howard Park, and watched over one of the worst fires in the city’s history. He also wrote some pretty awful poetry. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 05:03 A brief biography of Lucius Tong 07:30 Lucius Tong writes awful poetry 11:07 The ethnic landscape of South Bend begins to change 12:47 The contentious election of 1878 19:40 Christmas Eve fire rocks South Bend 23:10 City acquires the land that would become Howard Park 25:11 President Rutherford B. Hayes visits South Bend 26:38 The shocking, earth-shattering election of 1880 30:36 Mayor Tong’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website.…
Episode 4: Alexander Thomas Alexander Napier Thomas was mayor of South Bend from 1876-1878, during the years it was most affected by the nation’s Long Depression. He was a proud member of the Temperance Society, an in-demand Sunday School teacher, and a pioneer at heart, leaving South Bend to build a new life in Nebraska even before his term in the mayor’s office was up. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 03:27 A brief biography of Alexander Thomas 09:51 South Bend is hit by the Long Depression 12:37 Mayor Thomas organizes religious relief societies 14:37 South Benders begin a fascination with the west 18:42 Mayor Thomas visits Nebraska 20:33 South Bend’s railroads survive the economic downturn 22:58 Mayor Thomas throws a party marking the end of an era 25:07 Controversy surrounding the renaming of Thomas Street 27:34 Mayor Thomas’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website.…
Episode 3: William Miller William Miller was mayor of South Bend from 1872-1876, inheriting a city on a high note that was about to come to an unexpected end. Miller had endured plenty of tragedy during his early life and would see plenty more during his four years in the mayor’s office. He’d oversee the city’s effort to build a modern water works and help deliver the wildest political circus the young city had ever seen. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 02:32 A brief biography of William Miller 06:39 Death of South Bend’s founder, Alexis Coquillard 08:30 There are TWO William Millers? 11:16 A pair of major fires visit South Bend 13:24 Water Works debate turns contentious 16:40 Political parties dissolve ahead of the 1873 Council election 17:46 John Studebaker and Schuyler Colfax lose a bet on Christmas! 21:18 Mayor Miller departs from the Republican party amid controversy 24:59 Mayor Miller’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website.…
Episode 2: Dr. Louis Humphreys Louis Humphreys was mayor of South Bend from 1868 – 1872, a time that lined up almost perfectly with Schuyler Colfax’s vice presidency. It was an unprecedented time of Good Feelings, business development, and governmental cooperation. For most of his term, Humphreys’ actions rarely made big news… and that’s exactly the way he would have wanted it. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 02:52 A brief biography of Dr. Louis Humphreys 05:55 Major long-term business investment comes to South Bend 08:36 Mayor Humphreys leads the charge for Grant & Colfax 09:24 Clement Studebaker begins to step into local politics 09:54 Grant & Colfax win the White House 12:26 African Americans establish a presence in South Bend 18:04 South Bend responds to the Great Chicago Fire 21:07 Mayor Humphreys’ legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website.…
Episode 1: William Greenawalt George William Greenawalt George was mayor of South Bend from 1865 – 1868. He saw the city through its incorporation and presided over its first City Council meetings. He oversaw the city’s first efforts to pave roads and sidewalks, wooed railroad investment, and led the controversial effort to annex the nearby village of Lowell. Part of Series 1: Dawn of the City of South Bend Looking for something in particular? 05:20 What does it mean to incorporate a community? 08:53 A brief biography of Mayor George 12:53 Sidewalk building becomes a political disaster 19:20 A malaria panic in South Bend! 21:53 The first South Bend Farmer’s Market 23:23 South Bend annexes Lowell… controversially 25:34 George declares war on unmuzzled dogs 27:38 Dirty politics drives the work of the City Council to a halt 29:58 Mayor George decides not to run for a third term 33:02 Mayor George’s legacy and death A Bend in Time is presented by The History Museum in South Bend, Indiana and hosted by Aaron Helman. Visit The History Museum's website.…
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