Pinecone Diaries: Canada's Stories & History - Episode #1

Hi!

This is my first attempt at recording one of my stories as a podcast. It’s today’s story about Vimy Ridge’s forgotten engineers, that I also published to my newsletter.

If you're new to Pinecone Diaries, we explore fascinating Canadian stories from lost history to hidden heroes, one story at a time. It's the stuff we didn't learn about in school ,and is too awesome not to talk about.

There’s definitely a bit of a learning curve to podcasting, but I promise to work just as hard at improving my audio skills as I do at uncovering unknown or forgotten stories from Canadian history.

Each week, I want you to walk away with a new appreciation for Canada’s history, its hidden figures, and its cultural depth.

Sometimes, you’ll be inspired. Sometimes, you’ll be surprised. Sometimes, you’ll rethink something you thought you knew.

Above all, you’ll feel more connected to Canada, to other Canadians, and to your place in history.

P.S. I’d love any feedback you’re willing to share. Don’t worry about hurting my feelings, I’m mature old enough to take it! And honestly, it’ll only help me get better, which means better episodes for everyone.

Thanks for listening, and have a rad rest of your day!

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