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Tihany's Illusion

The Search for Franz Czeisler

The captivating true story about a man who used his illusions to survive and escape Nazi occupied Europe only to become one of the Greatest Showmen the world had ever seen.

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5.0 stars from 13 ratings

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“This story reels you in from the opening lines. Well written and nicely paced , it leaves me anxious to jump into the next episode. Thank you for sharing this history!”

amp95 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/13/24

SO GOOD. A must listen.

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“Obsessed!! Can’t wait for more!!”

Rachh_h via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/30/24

Pledge, Turn, Prestige

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“After listening to the first episode, I am hooked. Can't wait to hear how this story unfolds. Well written podcast, excellent historical research, and fascinating story.”Read full review »

RKSTR19 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/30/24

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Act One Ends

First part finale: Soviet occupation creates new and different dangers for Franz and his family as his state of mind moves from survival to escape. For more information about this episode, please see the sources below. “Buying Romania’s Jews” - The Washington Post The Ransom of the Jews: The...

Published 09/21/24

Tihany's Illusion: The Search for Franz Czeisler

Published 09/07/24

The Yellow Star

As Nazi Germany occupies Hungary and begins deporting Jewish communities, Franz must do everything he can to protect his family. NOTE: Audio will soon be updated to "Buchenwald will be liberated [in] just three months" rather than "one month" to reflect greater accuracy. For more information...

Published 09/07/24

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