The Class of ’74
The Saga of Baby Boomer life in high school set in a wealthy Connecticut commuter town, 1971-1974. #Classof74Podcast
Episodes
After learning that Victor Wronski — the steroid-fueled attacker — has left the hospital, Cynthia worries about Evan's safety while trying to follow the detective's plea to keep quiet. Meanwhile Mimi embraces a bold new persona with dramatic flair, winning attention at school, and Cynthia navigates friendships, family moments, and the tension between grown-up investigations and teenage life.
The episode mixes suspense about Wronki...
Cynthia panics after learning Clay was rushed to Mass General in an effort to save his hand. As she searches for answers and updates on his condition, the episode shifts between tense phone calls, town gossip, grim national news about Attica Prison, and the latest on the local front - that a psycho may be on the loose in Brighton.
Ending Music: "Haunted Lullabies” by Tomas Herudek @ Uppbeat.io
In this episode Cynthia struggles with worry and exhaustion as she searches for books and answers.
Cynthia confides in a guidance counselor about Betsey Satterfield’s weight loss, drinking, and risky behavior; the counselor promises confidentiality and to handle the situation. While the police launch an investigation into the kidnapping of Clay Seton, Cynthia waits at home with her mother and Mimi for news of his condition.
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Clay is discovered bound and gagged in the school stadium snack bar; police, medics, and students rush to free him while Cynthia watches in fear and relief. Despite severe bruising and numbness, Clay walks out and is taken to the hospital, leaving questions about his attackers unanswered.
The episode follows the tense rescue, the emotional fallout among classmates and teachers, and the lingering mystery of who tied him up, ending w...
When sophomore football player Clay Seton doesn’t return home after a Sunday practice, rumors spread, police coordinate a campus-wide search, and classmates recount where they last saw him.
The episode follows the tense search—from whispers in the library and cafeteria to a rescue—ending on a shocking discovery that leaves more questions than answers.
Written and Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Aerial Ph...
Against a background of science, Cynthia navigates the fallout from a shocking Saturday night as friendships fracture and secrets surface
Cynthia meets Señora Cardova's husband when a reporter radios for help to file a story, and the school erupts when the Brighton Police launch a search.
Written and Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Ending Music: Moonlight Hall by Kevin Macleod https://uppbeat.io/t/ke...
In Episode 17, Cynthia navigates a chaotic school day at Brighton High: an economics quiz exposes Cynthia and her classmates as well-meaning but clueless children of privilege; Cynthia introduces straight-arrow junior, Charlie, to Katey; Cynthia employs her best truth-bending skills to avoid punishment from Vice Principal Eagleton; Betsey explodes when Cynthia suggests perhaps she's lost too much weight; and the ever- enchanting Se...
Evan brings Cynthia up to date on the wicked witch of Chicago; Cynthia tries to escape the consequences for skipping a class; Katey attracts a new admirer, attacks Cynthia for being too full of herself, and says Betsey Satterfield is a liar; Mimi wishes she has a boyfriend; Clarke is upset about the dramatic role Mr. Wolfgang Zollner has chosen for him; Jocko Trapazano tries to clean up his act; Clay Seton goes missing; and Betsey ...
A chaotic teenage night of romance, confusion, suspicion and passion at the Norwalk Drive-In finally ends but many uneasy questions continue.
Cynthia and Katey’s new friendship is tested and dropping Katey off at her house the next day reopens another Pandora’s box.
Written & Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Ending Music: "Lion's Roar" by Yeti Music @ Uppbeat.io
Bumper Music: "Bring the Energy" by S...
In Episode 15 of "The Class of '74," tensions rise as Cynthia grapples with the aftermath of a traumatic encounter and the complexities of her relationships. As she navigates the challenges of teenage life, including the harshness of bullies and the weight of family secrets, Cynthia finds herself at the Whittakers' house, where unexpected emotional exchanges take place. Meanwhile, a tennis match provides a backdrop for discussions ...
To finish building the machine of the podcast (so episodes can be reliably delivered for years to come) "The Class of '74" is on a brief hiatus. New episodes resume Friday, August 15th.
Cynthia and Clay’s date at the Norwalk Drive-In hits rocky terrain after Cynthia tries Henry's Magic Pisser Elixer.
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Written and narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Ending Music: “Hero’s Time” by Paulo Kalazzi @Uppbeat.oi
Bumper Music: “Bring the Energy” by Soundroll @Uppbeat.oi
Cynthia and her friends borrow the Schyler's Country Squire wagon for a memorable night at the Norwalk Drive-In.
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Written and Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Ending Music: “Circle of Ghosts” by Soundroll @ Uppbeat.oi
Bumper Music: "Bring the Energy" by Soundroll @Uppbeat.oi
1970 Paramount publicity still of Barbra Streisand is from "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever"
Cynthia plays air traffic controller as the Schylers' house reels from mood altering substances, confessions and would-be lovers.
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Written and Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Cover Art by chatgpt.com
Ending Music: “Homestretch” by Aaron Paul Low @ Uppbeat.oi
Bumper Music: "Bring the Energy" by Soundroll @Uppbeat.oi
Secrets unravel on Glen River Road after the Watsons' marriage blows up. The Schylers try to protect Mimi and Cynthia ends up being the most responsible adult.
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Written and Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
Ending Music: "Circle of Ghosts" by Soundroll @ Uppbeat.oi
Bumper Music: "Bring the Energy" by Soundroll @Uppbeat.oi
Cynthia is deeply shaken when she learns the scandalous past of a middleaged couple she enormously admired and feels isolated by her vow to keep their secrets.
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Written & Narrated by Laura Van Wormer
Produced by Ryann Robinson
ending music "Satanic Panic" by Weary Pines @ #Uppbeat.io
front & back bumper music "Bring the Energy" by Soundroll @ #Uppbeat.io
Episode Illustration is a 1956 photograph by Vivia...
In latest episode of The Class of 74, 16-year-old Chrissie Evert's doing great at Forest Hills, Evan's caught in a medical nightmare; Cynthia and Annabel get annoyed with each other's behavior; a medical summit is held in the Schyler's vegetable garden; inmates take hostages at Attica Prison; Professor Allerton turns on Clarke; the charm of Clay Seton continues; Katey thinks something very fishy is going on; and Cynthia is stunned ...
Cynthia's collection of admirers is growing by leaps and bounds, but she can't stand two of them, one is being investigated by the cops, the gorgeous guy she scarcely knows is of course her favorite, while the guy who is supposed to be her boyfriend is all beat up.
What else is going on? A locker goes missing; the curse of the Vietnam War, Nixon's price controls, the 27 Club, Borgnine's Bar and Ashette's amazing closet adventure....
Cynthia and Mimi secretly watch The Dick Cavett Show; Cynthia's triumphant arrival at the second day of school is marred by suspicion and the alphabetizing of home room situates her between the “Black Cloud of the Family" (beautiful cheerleader Betsey Satterfield) and blonde Adonis, Clay Seton.
Note: This is the complete version of Episode #5 which a technology glitch prevented from fully loading.
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Bumper Musi...
This week, we dive into the 1971 mysteries surrounding Mrs. Watson's behavior, Victor Wronski's attack on Evan Whittaker, and Mrs. Schyler's devotion to her electric skillet.
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Bumper Music: "Bring the Energy" by Soundroll @ uppbeat.io
Ending Music "Levitation" by Floor Model @ uppbeat.io
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