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The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love
In 1971, two young Air Force veterans — Richard and Sarah Allgood — found themselves separated by the Vietnam War, yet connected through hundreds of heartfelt letters.Decades later, after their passing, their daughter discovered a preserved box of their correspondence: a story of love, family, coura...
Sept. 29, 2025
30 September 1971: Saucy Slacks and Chocolate Chip Cookies
Send us a text On September 30, 1971, Sarah writes about her growing belly, friends, and the countdown until November, while Dick praises her chocolate chip cookies and counts down the months until he’s home. These letters capture the daily rhythm of love, worry, and longing as the month of September comes to a close. Support the show The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged between Capt. Richard Allgood and Capt. Sarah Al..…
Sept. 29, 2025
September 29, 1971: Worries, Packages, and Precious Love
Send us a text On September 29, 1971, Sarah and Dick write across the world about their baby, their friends, and their love. Sarah shares her restless excitement, worries about friends and family, and the joy of another baby gift, while Dick writes back with gratitude for her care package, stories about Pie, and dreams of their future home together. Support the show The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged between Capt. Ri..…
Sept. 27, 2025
September 28, 1971: A Surprise Baby Shower and a Future Birthday
Send us a text On September 28, 1971, Sarah writes to Dick about a surprise baby shower thrown in her honor, filled with thoughtful gifts and the love of friends. That same day, across the world in Vietnam, Dick writes to his “wittle chickadee” about his long day on alert, a homemade spaghetti supper, and his longing for their life together. Ironically, decades later on September 28, 2014, their grandson — Sarah and Dick’s future legacy — would be born. Two celebrations, forty-three years ap…
Sept. 27, 2025
September 27, 1971: A Tough Decision and a Trip Home
Send us a text Two letters dated September 27, 1971. In San Antonio, Sarah weighs whether to travel home, logs the cost of their anniversary call, and notes the baby’s kicks. In Vietnam, Dick shares leave logistics (Pie, Ken, his own dates), asks for sensing and splicing tape, and walks through a quiet off-day. Side by side, they map a day by mail. Support the show The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged between Capt. Ric..…
Sept. 27, 2025
September 26, 1971: Lazy Sundays and Gossip from Vietnam
Send us a text On September 26, 1971, Sarah writes from San Antonio about lazy Sunday naps, pregnancy cravings, and baby gifts tie-dyed by friends. Dick replies from Vietnam with gossip about Pie Hill, updates on his upcoming leave, and a deep reassurance of his love. Together, their letters capture longing, tenderness, and the everyday rhythms of life apart. Support the show The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged betwee..…
Sept. 25, 2025
September 25, 1971: Alabama Football, Parties, and Counting Down
Send us a text On September 25, 1971, Sarah writes about Alabama football, friends, and a surprise party, while Dick writes from Vietnam about being on alert and attending a unit gathering. Football, family, and friendship ti...