A government-built city rose out of the Columbia River Basin with rules no one could explain and a purpose no one fully understood. Families lived in identical houses, signed confidentiality papers they barely read, and trusted that whatever was happening behind the restricted fences was “for the good of the country.” What really happened out there shaped world history, rewrote entire landscapes in the Pacific Northwest. In this episode, Shea and Jody explore the haunting history of the Hanford nuclear site in Eastern Washington with Alicia Elliott, a theater professional and historian. They delve into the origins of the Manhattan Project, the impact of the nuclear industry on local communities, and the ongoing cleanup efforts. The conversation highlights the complexities of pride and legacy associated with the site, as well as the environmental and health consequences faced by the surrounding populations. Follow Ellicia Elliott https://www.elliciaelliott.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ellicia_elliott/?hl=en https://www.threads.com/@elliciaelliott

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