The Pete Quiñones Show

Pete Reads 'Blockade' by Anna Eisenmenger - Complete

Oct 1, 2024
Anna Eisenmenger, author of 'Blockade,' brings a poignant perspective on life during and after World War I. She discusses the emotional depth found in the diaries of an Austrian woman, focusing on the struggles for survival amidst food shortages and societal chaos. The narrative intertwines themes of resilience, love, and the harsh realities of post-war Vienna, illustrating the profound impact of conflict on family dynamics. Eisenmenger’s reflections on nostalgia and the moral dilemmas faced highlight the complex human experience during tumultuous times.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 5min
2
War and Peace: A Woman's Perspective
04:55 • 35min
3
Survival and Uncertainty in War's Aftermath
40:17 • 5min
4
Echoes of Wartime: Struggles and Resilience
45:08 • 51min
5
Reflections of Revolution in Post-War Vienna
01:35:51 • 6min
6
Resilience in the Wake of War
01:41:23 • 43min
7
Pigs and Paradox in Wartime
02:24:07 • 13min
8
Aftermath of War: Germany's Struggles
02:37:27 • 25min
9
Struggles of Post-War Vienna
03:01:59 • 18min
10
Engagement Conundrums and Historical Grievances
03:19:30 • 3min
11
Christmas Reflections: From Joy to Loss
03:22:25 • 18min
12
Survival in Post-War Vienna
03:40:32 • 34min
13
The Importance of Borders and a Cult Classic Commentary
04:14:35 • 3min
14
Struggles of Love and Survival
04:17:20 • 24min
15
Navigating Financial and Personal Turmoil in Post-War Society
04:41:17 • 7min
16
Desperation in Post-War Vienna
04:48:07 • 31min
17
Economic Turmoil and Currency Dynamics in Post-War Austria
05:19:25 • 5min
18
Return Home and Spring Recovery
05:24:01 • 3min
19
Struggles in a Post-War World
05:27:00 • 33min
20
Reflecting on History and Personal Challenges
05:59:36 • 3min
21
Christmas Amidst Struggles
06:02:25 • 27min
22
Tragedy and Resolution in a War-Torn World
06:29:49 • 13min
23
The Aftermath of War
06:43:12 • 9min
24
Reflections on Post-War Struggles and Resilience
06:52:27 • 6min