The Outrageous Ride of Bill Handel: Part 1

The Bill Handel Show Podcast

Bill Handel takes us on a captivating journey through his family's extraordinary history on the very first episode of The Bill Handel Show Podcast. From his grandparents' roots in Eastern Europe to his father's harrowing experiences during World War II, Bill shares a deeply personal and compelling narrative.
Discover how his father's linguistic talents and resilience helped him survive the Holocaust, his eventual immigration to the United States, and the challenges faced by the Handel family as they built a new life in America. Bill delves into the profound impact these experiences had on his family, exploring themes of identity, heritage, and the enduring spirit of survival.
This episode is a poignant reminder of the strength and determination of immigrants and the enduring spirit of survival, providing listeners with a rich tapestry of historical and personal insights.
Episode Highlights:
(00:00) This is the Bill Handel Show Podcast. Join me as I share personal stories of a life lived hard (01:37) My father was born in Poland but came to Yugoslavia as an infant
(04:36) In 1941, the Nazis invade Yugoslavia and set up puppet government
(11:42) Schindler's list is one of many stories that could easily be made into movies
(18:43) Brazil was open to Jews coming into this country, but still anti-Semitic
(21:31) Bill Handel shares his journey from childhood to today on this podcast