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Covering Their Tracks

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Holocaust
SNCF
Alfred Dreyfus
Leo Brettholz
Nazi Concentration Camps
Auschwitz
Maryland
Anti-Semitism
Zionism
Drancy
Reparations Fund
Maryland House Of Delegates
World War II
Holocaust Survivors
Belgium
Luxembourg
Kristallnacht
U.S.
High-Speed Rail
Buchenwald

The extraordinary story of a young man’s escape from a moving train bound for the Auschwitz concentration camp during the Holocaust, and his fight to hold the French national rail company, the SNCF, accountable for their actions as they later bid for lucrative high-speed rail contracts in the United States.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes6Founded2 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Dreyfus: A Very Modern Affair is an October 7th story, but one that begins not in 2023, but in October of 1894 with the arrest of French military officer Alfred Dreyfus, who also happened to be a Jew. The implications of his framing, arrest, incarcer... more

The team reels after Leo’s death, but is more motivated than ever. The French finally admit culpability at the highest levels, and the team discusses how far they have come, and how they’ve honored the work Leo began. 

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Now that multiple states and countries are involved with the SNCF’s past narrative and present political aspirations, lobbyists, politicians and diplomats become involved. As negotiations reach a fever-pitch, Leo’s time to share his story begins to r... more

The debate over the SNCF’s complicity expands to modern day, when the rail company attempts to bid on high speed rail in Leo Bretholz’s backyard. We also meet Rosette Goldstein, whose father was transported by the SNCF to his eventual death. Through ... more

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Recent Guests

Maurice Samuels
Chair of the French department at Yale and author of Alfred Dreyfus, The Man at the Center of the Affair
Yale University
Episode: Introducing Dreyfus: A Very Modern Affair
Brianna Keeler
CNN journalist who reported on the SNCF case
CNN
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Sarah Fetterman
Historian who discussed the context of anti-Semitism in France
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Ileana Ross Leighton
Former Congresswoman and Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Stuart Eisenstadt
Ambassador and negotiator for Holocaust reparations
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Harriet Tamin
Advocate for Holocaust survivors and reparations
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Deborah Wiener
Reporter who covered Leo Brettholz and shared reflections on his legacy
WBAL-TV
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Rafi Prober
Attorney fighting for the rights of Holocaust survivors
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: First Allies
Rosette Goldstein
Holocaust survivor actively fighting against the SNCF
Episode: Covering Their Tracks: The Hearing

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Matthew Slutsky
Host and reporter of Covering Their Tracks

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 142 ratings
  • Must Listen

    An amazing story from of perseverance on many levels. It brought tears to my eyes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    13JRJ13
    United Statesa year ago
  • Podcast Guru

    This podcast is beyond exceptional and is a must listen. It is an incredible story that feels like the most compelling “page turner” you have read and is expertly produced. It keeps your attention until the very end and leaves you wanting more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PodcastGuru1977
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredible - don’t miss this podcast!

    The story - from both a human and legal perspective - is extremely compelling and powerful. The production is exceptionally top-notch. Once you start, you cannot stop listening. By the end, you’ll be laughing, crying, and inspired by this epic quest for justice. It’s a must-listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MamaBJP
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredible Story of Justice and Perseverance

    Worth your time! A story that everyone should hear. And beautifully produced. Clearly a labor of love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmSh29
    United States2 years ago
  • An Incredibly Important Story

    Covering Their Tracks tells the story of a Holocaust survivor’s tireless pursuit of justice against one of the most powerful companies (and countries) in the world. The fact that this podcast was recording when the October 7 Attacks occurred is a terrifying reminder of the real and growing threat of anti-Semitism in today’s society. The podcast serves as a reminder though that justice delayed does not have to mean justice denied, and that those who traffic in anti-Semitism and all other forms h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joey DiPiero
    United States2 years ago

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Reviewers commend the engaging narrative style that combines history with personal narratives, making the subject matter relatable and impactful.
Many appreciate the effort to raise awareness about the Holocaust and ongoing issues related to anti-Semitism, valuing the educational aspects of the podcast.
Listeners express admiration for the compelling storytelling and emotional depth of the episodes, often highlighting the podcast's production quality.

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Covering Their Tracks: The Hearing
Q: Are you prepared to also, as you move ahead in collating documents, are you prepared to also go into these various other archives throughout France and retrieve any other documents that might be pertinent?
Denis Dutay replied that it is not the role of SNCF to search through administrative archives across France.
Covering Their Tracks: The Hearing
Q: But it doesn't really connect with me that if you were coerced, that the German Nazis would then also pay you.
The president of SNCF, Denis Dutay, argued that SNCF was coerced and provided historical documents as evidence.

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What is Covering Their Tracks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast narrates a compelling journey rooted in the historical experiences of Holocaust survivors, particularly focusing on Leo Brettholz's harrowing escape from a train headed for Auschwitz. The narrative interweaves personal testimonies with broader themes of systemic injustice, exploring the legal and moral battles against the French national rail company, SNCF, which played a complicity role during World War II. Notably, it connects past atrocities with contemporary issues around anti-Semitism and corporate accountability as the survivors campaign for reparations while SNCF seeks profitable contracts in the US. The storytelling highlights the resilience of individuals and the importance of remembering and recognizing historical inju... more

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