Carson & Katie

500 Letters to Nana

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A WWII Podcast... sort of Carson comments as Katie reads her grandmother's letters written by her love-sick husband after being drafted into the Army during WWII. The letters not only document his experiences during the war, but also tell a heart-warming story of separated lovers. Listen as our hosts deliver a fresh perspective on one of history's most significant conflicts sharing laughter, tears, and a glimpse into the lives of those who served during WWII, and those left at home.

Author

Carson & Katie

Episodes

Episode 25a (Bonus Episode 7): Letters from Feloma and Gordon Papke 29.01.2026 28:32

Donald receives letters from Feloma and Gordon Papke. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 25: Charge of Quarters 27.01.2026 37:32

Donald discusses guarding prisoners at night, and asks Feloma to send him more film to take photos. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for li...

Episode 24: Bologna and Liverwurst 20.01.2026 40:00

Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma, and discusses Thanksgiving dinner. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 23a (Bonus Episode 6): Letters from Feloma 15.01.2026 23:32

Donald receives letter from Feloma. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 23: Short Arm Inspection 13.01.2026 45:10

Donald is searching for a Christmas gift for Feloma and learns that Jake went hunting at home Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listenin...

Episode 22a (Bonus Episode 5): Letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma 08.01.2026 34:00

Donald receives letters from Mike, Busty, and Feloma. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 22: Pickled Pigs Feet 06.01.2026 32:02

Donald is issued a rifle grenade attachment and has some questionable snack choices. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 21: Their Faces Would Have Stopped Hitler 30.12.2025 40:22

Donald tells Army secrets and attends a wedding. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 20a (Bonus Episode 4): Letters from Francis and Feloma 25.12.2025 18:53

Donald receives letters from Francis and Feloma Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 20: Poverty Knob 23.12.2025 36:40

Donald witnesses a vehicle accident and visits a friend in the hospital. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 19: Private for the Duration 16.12.2025 43:54

Donald continues to hope for a furlough and meets General Dahlquist. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 18a (Bonus Episode 3): Letters from Feloma 11.12.2025 17:01

Donald receives letters from Feloma. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 18: In Cahoots With the Dry-Cleaner 09.12.2025 43:29

Donald wonders if he will ever get a day off. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 17: I Certainly Have a Good Eye 02.12.2025 42:29

Donald receives a new pair of shoes from Feloma and qualifies expert on his rifle. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 16a (Bonus Episode 2): Letters from Jack and Feloma 27.11.2025 18:54

Donald receives letters from Jack and Feloma. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 16: All the Candy We Want 25.11.2025 42:15

Donald finally send Feloma his photo taken at Camp Adair. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 15: Swamp Adair 18.11.2025 40:08

Donald is a muddy mess at the firing range and Feloma sends a new picture for him. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 14: One Mess of Glue 11.11.2025 37:38

Donald has started his time at the rifle range changing targets, and sends Feloma a booklet of GI issued songs. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ T...

Episode 13: 90 Day Wonders 04.11.2025 37:13

Donald discusses Army politics and blisters, and Feloma needs still more reassurance that she is the only one for him. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout...

Episode 12: I'll Never Play Crap Again 28.10.2025 35:20

Donald admits to a bit of gambling and also tells Feloma his Captain is good looking. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 11: A Little Army Secret 21.10.2025 38:45

Donald tells Feloma what "SNAFU" means and gets to see some live artillery! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 10: More Problems to Work Out 14.10.2025 47:33

Donald discusses training maneuvers and gives up his stripes. He also thanks Feloma for keeping it together when he left. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzspr...

Episode 9: A Scrambled Egg and a Cup of Coffee 07.10.2025 48:14

Feloma enters her showgirl era and Donald gets spicy Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 8a (Bonus Episode 1): Letter from Mac 02.10.2025 17:23

Letter from Mac, dated September 20, 1943. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!

Episode 8: I Owe the Government 12 Dollars 30.09.2025 40:31

Send us Fan Mail Support the show Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma! For more information on the show: Visit us at 500LettersToNana.com Follow us on Instagram @500letterstonana Support us at buzzsprout.com/2526032/supporters/new Hosted via 500letterstonana.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening!