The Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre (VHEC) is proud to partner with The Walrus Lab to present The Hidden Holocaust Papers: Survival. Exile. Return., a powerful new podcast series launching on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, January 27. This six-part documentary podcast, hosted by best-selling Canadian author Timothy Taylor, offers a deeply personal exploration of his family's hidden Holocaust history.
Through this series, VHEC furthers its mission of Holocaust education and remembrance by supporting stories that bring the realities of the Holocaust to new audiences. Taylor's journey of discovery is not only an act of personal reconciliation but also a vital contribution to preserving the memory of Holocaust victims and survivors for future generations.
As Taylor unpacks long-forgotten family archives, the series takes listeners on an emotional journey from his home in Vancouver to Germany, revealing a tapestry of stories about survival, resilience and loss. Alongside his search for answers, Taylor reflects on the universal lessons of justice, remembrance and identity in the face of historical atrocities.
"The Holocaust isn't just a chapter in history it's a call to action to remember, educate, and prevent future acts of hatred and genocide," said Hannah Marazzi, acting executive director of the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre. "We are honoured to work with Timothy Taylor to amplify his family's story and underscore the importance of safeguarding these narratives."
In conjunction with the podcast, Taylor's accompanying feature article, "Paper Trail," will be published in The Walrus in May and made available online on January 27. The article is an evocative account of Taylor's journey to install Stolpersteine memorial stones for his family members who suffered under Nazi persecution.
Live Event at VHEC
The podcast series will culminate in a live recording of the final episode at the Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre at the Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver on February 13, 2025. The event will include a discussion with Timothy Taylor and series producer Anthony Cantor, offering attendees a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Hidden Holocaust Papers. For more information and to RSVP to the event visit www.vhec.org/live/.
Educational Impact
The VHEC is committed to using The Hidden Holocaust Papers as an educational resource, integrating the series into workshops and programs that engage students, educators and the wider community. This initiative reflects the Centre's dedication to fostering understanding and critical dialogue about the Holocaust and its enduring relevance.
Podcast Availability
The first episode of The Hidden Holocaust Papers will be released on January 27, 2025, across major podcast platforms. For more information and to listen to the trailer visit https://lnkfi.re/thehiddenholocuastpapers.
About the Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre
The Vancouver Holocaust Education Centre is a teaching museum and resource centre dedicated to Holocaust-based anti-racism education. Through exhibitions, community programs, Holocaust survivor testimonies and Western Canada's largest collection of Holocaust-related artefacts, the VHEC works to combat prejudice and promote human rights in Canada and beyond.
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