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Sep 25, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day September 25, 1986 – Our World Premiered on ABC.

On this day September 25, 1986 the news and documentary series Our World premiered on ABC. Hosted by Linda Ellerbee and Ray Gandolf, the show offered a unique approach to television journalism by exploring specific historical events and cultural moments within the context of the time in which they occurred.

Each episode focused on a particular year or period, weaving together archival footage, interviews, and commentary...

Read the full story here...