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The Oyster King
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Did you know oysters used to be as popular as hot dogs are today? Join Anna, Leo, and Percy and let's dive into the strange and incredible story of Thomas Downing, the "Oyster King." In the 1800s, Downing's New York restaurant served oysters to wealthy patrons, but hid a secret beneath the floorboards—the restaurant was part of the Underground Railroad helping enslaved people escape to freedom. Grab your appetite and let's go learn more about this story!
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This episode was narrated by Nikki Bon and JoAnn Schinderle, written by Heidi Coburn, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Michael Dayvid.
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