An American Love Story with Ilyon Woo

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An American Love Story with Ilyon Woo

Sharon McMahon

Apr 26, 2023

On this episode of Here’s Where It Gets Interesting, Sharon talks with Ilyon Woo, author of the new book, Master Slave Husband Wife, a love story between William and Ellen Craft. You may not be familiar with their names, but the Crafts were a determined enslaved couple who made their escape through disguise and performance, and in their success, defied the limitations of gender and race.

Hosted by: Sharon McMahon

Guest: Ilyon Woo

Executive Producer: Heather Jackson

Audio Producer: Jenny Snyder

Researcher: Valerie Hoback

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