The Serum Run: Howling Winds and the Hand Off

A limited series based on the 1925 Serum Run in Alaska, hosted by Alex Stein. On this episode: Howling Winds and the Hand Off.

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Summary

This episode of Dog Works Radio tells the story of the 1925 Serum Run, a heroic dog sled relay that delivered life-saving diphtheria antitoxin to the town of Nome, Alaska. The chapters cover the introduction and sponsorship, the background of the Serum Run, the start of the journey, the challenges faced on the trail, Togo’s heroic act, the ice flow dilemma, Togo’s rescue, the arrival at Isaacs Point Lighthouse, preparing for the final leg, and a preview of the next episode. The episode concludes with sponsorship messages.

Takeaways

The 1925 Serum Run was a remarkable dog sled relay that delivered life-saving diphtheria antitoxin to Nome, Alaska.
The mushers and their dogs faced extreme weather conditions, including temperatures as low as 64 degrees below zero and wind gusts of over 100 miles per hour.
Togo, a lead dog, played a crucial role in the success of the Serum Run, including rescuing the antitoxin from an ice flow.
The Serum Run demonstrated the incredible bond between mushers and their dogs and the determination and bravery required to save lives.

Chapters

00:00: Introduction and Sponsorship

01:2: 0Background on the 1925 Serum Run

02:02: The Journey Begins

03:25: Challenges on the Trail

04:16: Togo Saves the Day

06:05: The Ice Flow Dilemma

08:17: Togo’s Heroic Act

10:41: Arrival at Isaacs Point Lighthouse

12:05: Preparing for the Final Leg

13:29: Next Week: Racing the Storm

13:42: Sponsorship and Conclusion