The Long Island History Project Episode 181: Our Hamptons with Irwin Levy and Esperanza Leon
Oct 9, 2023
Irwin Levy and Esperanza León bring the rich history of the Hamptons to life in their podcast. They discuss the concept of the Hamptons, explore the unique vocabulary of the Springs area, and share stories about the decline of skills and diverse occupations in the region. They also talk about preserving historical buildings, the challenges of privatization and limited access to preserved lands, and the importance of capturing and preserving the memories of the past. With a focus on the 1970s and 80s, they bring forgotten stories to life and discuss their excitement for constantly finding new ideas for podcast episodes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Defining the Hamptons
01:43 • 15min
Exploring the Unique Vocabulary of the Hamptons
16:45 • 2min
The Decline of a Skill and Diverse Occupations
18:24 • 11min
Preserving Historical Buildings
29:21 • 4min
Trails and Land Privatization
32:58 • 3min
Exploring Hidden Stories and Preserving the Past
36:03 • 9min