A Matter of Conscience: GI Resistance During the Vietnam War
Willa Seidenberg | Bill ShortA Matter of Conscience is the story of the Vietnam War that the U.S. government and military don't want you to know. Hosts Bill Short and Willa Seidenberg reveal a hidden history of the war born out of personal experience. As an Army infantry platoon sergeant, Bill was serving in heavy combat in South Vietnam in 1969 when he refused to keep fighting. He was imprisoned in South Vietnam by the U.S.... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 18 | Founded | a year ago |
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In 1969 Peter Hagerty, Navy ROTC instructor, inspected a destroyer the way he was supposed to.
He followed the rules. The ship was in bad shape. He told his superior that the hairline crack on the barrels of the guns could cause an explosion. He sai... more
Resistance among military officers takes courage. Most officers have earned their promotion from following orders. To say “No” an officer might be risking their career. In this episode, we showcase the stories of two officers, also pilots, who disobe... more
This is a bonus episode of A Matter of Conscience: GI Resistance During the Vietnam War, featuring more of our interview with Canadian historian and author John Boyko, who wrote The Devil's Trick: How Canada Fought the Vietnam War. You heard him in E... more
Move over James Bond! In this companion to Episode 10 about deserters during the Vietnam War, we hear about the wild journey of four sailors who deserted from the USS Intrepid during the Vietnam War. Their act of conscience began in Japan, then took... more
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- Powerful and inspiring
We just finished listening to episode two. This is such a powerful story told through Bill’s memories and those of his contemporaries. Superb work by Bill and Willa and the rest of their team! The message of resisting brutal and unjust policies is more relevant now than ever. Thank you so much for doing this.
Apple Podcasts5Che’s parents
United States9 months ago - Historical and Personal
The personal stories bring the history to life. The courage it took for these young men to resist, when such expectations were placed on them by nation and family, is to be remembered and honored.
Apple Podcasts5Nat Ben LAUnited States9 months ago - A must listen for the full story of Nam
We just finished listening to the first two episodes—absolutely incredible. There aren’t enough positive adjectives to do it justice. The storytelling is compelling and masterfully done, and the production quality is outstanding. From Bill’s personal account of not stepping forward after the pledge to the powerful firsthand experiences shared by the other men—just wow. It’s so important that you’re shedding light on parts of the story that have long gone untold.
Apple Podcasts5Mamajudy73United States9 months ago - Outstanding!
This is an incredibly good look at the Vietnam War from the point of view of the American GIs who fought it and realized it was an unjust and murderous war for empire against a peasant population defending their homeland. American troops had to be pulled out of Vietnam because they were refusing to fight. Must listen
Apple Podcasts2NothingDoingUnited States10 months ago
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This podcast offers a profound exploration of the Vietnam War through the lens of GIs who resisted orders and military norms. It highlights personal stories from veterans who faced the moral dilemmas of combat while grappling with issues like racial discrimination and the broader implications of war. Topics such as military resistance, free speech, and the personal impact of anti-war activism are recurrent themes. Through engaging narratives and deep insights, the podcast brings untold stories of courage, conscience, and the complexity of patriotism to light, making it relevant for listeners interested in history, activism, and personal morality.
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