A 45-year-old tape recording about family ancestry leads to revelations about a kidnapped rabbi, a Johnstown drowning, two horrible car accidents, and connections to a hay barn in Lithuania, the New York Times management, Baltimore's symphony hall, and  Joe Biden's junior high baseball team. And, hold onto your ear buds -- perhaps the greatest shock of all:  This is an episode where I actually let go of some possessions and give them away.  Just sayin'. There can be lots of surprises in life, and in family history.Have thoughts about this episode? Send us a textMore info, photos, and transcript: throwitoutpodcast.com Don't miss a thing: Join our mailing list Do you save stuff you can't throw out? Tell us about it Want to show support? Please rate/follow us wherever you get your podcasts.