Angele Jakavonyte ir Migle Rukstelyte Landslide

Angele Jakavonyte ir Migle Rukstelyte Landslide

Author: 90.3 WHPC May 4, 2026 Duration: 25:15
Angelė Jakavonytė, a Member of the Seimas or Parliament of the Republic of Lithuania and her daughter, Miglė Rukštelytė, the Director of the Juozas Jakavonis–Tigras Charity and Support Foundation, speak of their family's patriarch, partisan Juozas Jakavonis (Code Name: Tigras) who passed on in 2021 at age 96, with Mark from Floral Park.

Tune in to Lithuanian Landslide for a series of conversations that feel more like a friendly, wandering dialogue than a formal interview. Hosted by Mark from Floral Park and produced by 90.3 WHPC, this podcast opens a door to the heart of Lithuanian life, far beyond the typical tourist guide. Each episode is built from Mark's genuine curiosity as he speaks with a wide array of people connected to Lithuania, from artists and historians to everyday folks with compelling stories. You'll hear personal narratives that weave together the threads of society, culture, and a deep sense of place, offering a rich, auditory travel experience. The discussions naturally explore what it means to be Lithuanian, both in the homeland and within diaspora communities, touching on traditions, contemporary life, and the subtle connections that define a culture. Originally aired on WHPC radio, this audio collection allows you to immerse yourself in these stories anytime. It’s a thoughtful and engaging listen for anyone interested in the nuanced layers of cultural identity and the specific, vibrant spirit of Lithuania, all delivered through unscripted, authentic conversation.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 89

Lithuanian Landslide
Podcast Episodes
Rokas Zubovas Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:07
Pianist Dr. Rokas Zubovas tells Mark from Floral Park of the legacy of his great-grandfather, Lithuania's most prominent composer and painter, Mikaojus Konstaninis Ciurlionis.
Ray Balsys Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:14
Ray Balsys tells Mark from Floral Park of his evolution as a Lithuanian school history teacher and dance instructor.
Ursula Wong Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:11
Ursula Wong tells Mark from Floral Park of her acclaimed seven book Amber War series and her new book, Strategic Deception.
Ruta's Baltic Treasures Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:14
Ruta Raudys-Muldowney tells Mark from Floral Park of the evolution of her enterprise, Ruta's Baltic Treasures.
Baltic Celtic Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:07
Kankles player/vocalist John Bimbiras and fiddler Kaitlyn Likas collectively known as Baltic Celtic tell Mark from Floral Park of their journey as a Lithuanian-Irish fusion duo.
Darius Polikaitis Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:53
Award-winning Dainava choir artistic director Darius Polikaitis tells Mark from Floral Park of his evolution as composer/conductor.
Jurate Rzeznik Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:21
Jurate Rzeznik tells Mark from Floral Park of her passion for the neo-pagan Lithuanian religion, Romuva.
Lina Duseviciene Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:46
Lina Duseviciene tells Mark from Floral Park of her passion as a Lithuanian diaspora enthusiast for the Vilnius University Foundation.
Marius Juodisius ir Tomas Berzinskas Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:18
Marius Juodisius and Tomas Berzinskas tell Mark from Floral Park of their history with Siaurinis Krantas, a Lithuanian radio program out of Cleveland.
Darius Cepulis Landslide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:07
Darius Cepulis tells Mark from Floral Park about developing the new Dainorelis App.