Rip Current
iHeartPodcastsOn the morning of May 24th, 1990, a pipe bomb exploded in the car driven by Judi Bari, a leader in the radical environmental group, Earth First!. She was critically injured, but she survived. The case of who placed the bomb has never been solved. In fact, law enforcement barely investigated. The bombing happened in the midst of a battle over the fate of the last remnants of the original Redwood fo... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 27 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeHistory | |||
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When Earth First! and Judi Bari plan a huge, months-long protest call "Redwood Summer," the reaction from the timber industry is fierce. Judi and other organizers are subjected to threats of physical harm and death; a disinformation campaign claims t... more
A federal agency comes to the Pacific Northwest to hold hearings that could severely limit logging of redwoods. With the Ecotopia in the center of media attention, both Earth First! and the timber corporations see an opportunity to to get their messa... more
Earth First! was founded in the 1981 by four men who were willing to take an "by any means necessary" approach to saving the planet. By the time Judi Bari and Darryl Cherney joined the movement in Ecotopia, the group was divided over key issues. Name... more
By the 1980s, about 95% of the redwood forest in California is gone, the result of 150 years of timber cutting. In 1985, a Texas businessman named Charles Hurwitz buys Pacific Lumber Co, plunging the company into debt. Pacific Lumber is the largest p... more
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I recalled the general framework of these stories from my youth. However, I did not know all of the detail you reveal in the series. It is fascinating. Listening to the bonus episodes now. They are so interesting. Thanks for this series.
Apple Podcasts5Marigold135
United Statesa year ago - Memories reawakened
I live in the Bay Area and remember this time period well. Everything was happening here, good and bad. Thank you for bringing back this important time in our political history and reawakening memories. You nailed it.
Apple Podcasts5Sillycat92United Statesa year ago - NOTHING BUT BIAS IN THE WATERGATE BONUS EPISODE
The episode would have been fine had the professor did not, ironically, inject his personal politics in the episode. I smirked when he said there was a party switch in the 80s. A handful of democrats switching parties does not a great switch make. Then he talks about the dangers of one party having a ton of power and control. I am thankful the current government did not try to force me to get a shot and state people who refused to get the jab were responsible for the pandemic. Nor have they, per... more
Apple Podcasts1Big B 65United Statesa year ago - Riveting!
Fascinating and timely exploration of a little known intersection between the Manson Family and Presidential assassinations. Toby Ball’s research and narration adds new depth and relevance to the topic.
Apple Podcasts5ccsweetUnited Statesa year ago - Rip Current - Great Listen
Toby Ball and crew do an amazing job telling this often overlooked and fascinating story. It sucked me in and wove a story with great and overlooked details. When one episode ended I was never ready and already looking forward to the next one. Check this out. It’s totally worth it!
Apple Podcasts5Captain Action JacksonUnited Statesa year ago
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What is Rip Current about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The series presents a gripping exploration of historical and contemporary radical movements focusing particularly on the intersection of crime, political violence, and societal upheaval. Central themes involve in-depth discussions of various politically motivated acts and their ramifications, particularly during the tumultuous 1960s and 70s in America. Episodes often highlight significant individuals, critical events involving groups like the Symbionese Liberation Army and Charles Manson's cult, and compelling narratives that connect these past initiatives with modern-day societal issues. The storytelling, enriched with expert interviews and historical context, invites listeners to understand the complexities of these movements and the ofte... more
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Recent guests on Rip Current include:
1. Andy Caffrey
2. Darryl Cherney
3. Judi Bari
4. Daryl Cherney
5. John Campbell
6. Rachel Hannell
7. Brittany Friedman
8. Jeffrey Tubin
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