Schoolchildren's Blizzard Into the Swirling White 2

On January 12th, 1888, residents of the Dakota Territory and Nebraska woke to an unseasonably warm day. Farmers took advantage of the mild weather to tend to chores and children headed off to school in light jackets. But longtime residents like Sioux tribe member Charley Stabler recognized signs that a major blizzard was coming. As the storm hit, schoolteachers faced agonizing decisions over how to keep their students safe. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at Listen to Against The Odds on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting now. See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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Schoolchildren's Blizzard Into the Swirling White 2 is an episode from Against The Odds by Audible.

This episode is 00:40:33 long.

This episode was published on Feb 3, 2026.

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