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The Story of Chicago's History-Making, 104-Year-Old Skydiver

Chicago All Local

English - October 24, 2023 22:27 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB - ★★★ - 2 ratings
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Just before passing away earlier this month, 104-year-old Dorothy Hoffner of Chicago completed a record-setting tandem skydive, potentially becoming the oldest person to ever do so. On this week's episode, host Jim Hanke showcases audio from WBBM reporter Nancy Harty -- highlighting interviews with both Dorothy herself and close friend Joe Conant -- learning how skydiving became a passion for Dorothy in her golden years. Plus, WBBM social media editor AnnMarie Welser discusses her experience filming the skydive from the plane.


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