70 Years and Beyond

Mar 12 2025 24 ep. 9 mins

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Welcome to '70 Years and Beyond' with Wambui Bahati, exploring history through personal stories from the 1950s to now. Born in the mid-20th century, Wambui brings the past alive, answering your questions with humor and insight. Dive into episodes spanning civil rights, music evolution, technology, and societal changes. This channel is more than a collection of stories; it invites engagement, learning, and reflection. Curious about those transformative years? Got questions? Join the conversation and become part of a community that cherishes history, storytelling, and the impact of personal experiences. Subscribe to a journey through time with Wambui.

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Throwing Papers and Making Memories: Wambui's Childhood Adventures

Mar 12 2025 6 mins

Wambui takes listeners on a delightful stroll down memory lane, sharing her cherished experiences of helping her brother with his newspaper route during the golden days of daily newspaper deliveries. Back in the '50s and '60s, when getting your news was as easy as stepping onto your porch, Wambui recalls the thrill of being part of something so integral to their community. She remi

Behind the Curtains: Wambui's Fun Tales from Gone With The Wind

Mar 10 2025 16 mins

Wambui spills the beans on her unforgettable journey as Prissy in a musical adaptation of the classic film "Gone with the Wind." She dives into the chaos of auditioning with a headband to hide her newly blonde hair, which definitely didn't scream "slave" vibes. Despite some disappointments due to copyright restrictions on iconic lines, she shares hilarious anecdotes, including navi

Wambui Bahati: The Story Behind the Name

Mar 05 2025 5 mins

Wambui Bahati shares a delightful and humorous journey about how she came to embrace her new name, which means "singer of songs" and "my fortune is good." Born as John Ann Washington, Wambui recounts her mother's quirky predictions that led to her being named after a boy, causing a bit of confusion during her childhood. As she navigated through life, including a stint in the mental

TV: Once the Love of My Life, Now Just Background Noise

Mar 02 2025 14 mins

Wambui dives into a fascinating journey of how one’s relationship with television can shift dramatically over the decades. Starting off as a kid enamored with the magic of TV—where shows like Captain Kangaroo and the Ed Sullivan Show felt like life’s greatest treasures—she reflects on how that childhood wonder faded into skepticism as she reached her senior years. With the

When TV Shopping Became Therapy: Wambui's QVC Chronicles

Feb 27 2025 15 mins

Wambui Bahati takes listeners on a delightful trip down memory lane as she shares her fond recollections of the day QVC was born. She describes the excitement she felt watching the launch, calling it "the best idea since white bread" – and who doesn’t love a good slice of white bread? Wambui reminisces about how QVC showcased beautiful products and served as a lifeline during c

How Many Kids Fit in a 1950s Family Car?

Feb 25 2025 11 mins

The host dives into a nostalgic comparison of child safety between the carefree days of the 1950s and 1960s and today’s more structured environment. They humorously recall how families would squeeze into tiny cars without a single seatbelt in sight, with kids happily riding on laps or even laying on the floor, as safety was the last thing on anyone's mind. The conversation takes

Kool-Aid, Chips, and Crushes: My Dudley High School Party Chronicles

Feb 21 2025 8 mins

Remembering the weekend parties at Dudley High School in 1968 brings back a flood of good vibes and giggles! We dive into the wild world of house parties, where everyone seemed to know about them—even if they weren't technically invited. I made it my mission to hit every single party on the block, whether it was Friday or Saturday night, because who could resist the allure of chi

Pants? What Pants? A Stroll Down Memory Lane in School Dress Codes!

Feb 19 2025 15 mins

Looking back on school days, one thing stands out like a neon sign: our teachers had style! Seriously, you wouldn't catch them in jeans or sneakers; they rocked heels and smart attire, making us feel inspired just by walking into the classroom. We chat about how back in the day, teachers dressed to impress—not just for themselves, but for us too. It was all about setting a standa

The Sound of Sirens: Childhood in the Shadow of War

Feb 15 2025 11 mins

Wambui Bahati takes us on a heartfelt journey through her childhood and young adulthood shaped by the shadow of war. From the tense alarm drills of the 1950s to the heavy atmosphere surrounding the Vietnam War, Wambui reflects on the conflicting messages of peace versus conflict that colored her upbringing. She shares how, despite being taught that fighting solves nothing, the worl

From Hot Combs to Afros: A Hair-Raising Journey Through the 60s

Feb 14 2025 7 mins

Let’s dive into the fabulous world of hair! This episode is all about the journey of hair for Black women and girls, especially from the perspective of growing up in North Carolina in the 1950s. We kick things off with some amusing and sometimes painful memories of getting our hair pressed with a hot comb and dealing with the occasional ear burn—yikes! But as times changed, so