Confession: anything I could write about this week’s episode would ruin it for you, so I’ve turned to the newsletters to bring you some libido-killing admin. You’re welcome!
In March 1977, The Silver Chain’s Executive Committee began a series of articles in their Executive Corner column.
The title of series is a clever play on Woody Allen’s film “What You Always Wanted to Know About Sex* (But Were Afraid to Ask), long before Woody Allen was canceled.
I wonder what it takes to be an “asset to the club.” No wait, I figured it out.
Either The Silver Chain’s Executive Committee make running this group look easy or its members are completely oblivious. Do you see why I fell in love with these newsletters? They are so Minnesotan! I love the classic passive aggression in the statement, “We will make you a planning chairman.” Using this reply for anything adverse that comes my way going forward.
This response foreshadows my talks with Kimmer, Pam, and Carol herself regarding what ended The Silver Chain. “It got too big.” “It was no longer the cute nuclear group it had been.” It also echoes Chuck’s letter to the editor earlier this week, where The Silver Chain Executive Committee basically said they were maxed out with swingers.
Hooray! If I were in The Silver Chain, can I just tell you I’d leap at the chance to be the Welcome Wagon?
Vegas, Baby!
On March 17th, 1977, a select group of Silver Chain members fled a snowstorm to hop aboard a Western Airlines jet to enjoy complimentary champagne en route to Las Vegas for a 3-night stay at the Stardust Hotel and Casino.
I so wish I knew the name of the North Dakota club. Fortunately for us, we do get a full recap from our good friends. No, not Carol and George. Carol and Jerry (The Little General’s husband).
Okay, these folks know how to party. But the next day, they were “reaeeally draggggging” with 5 G’s!
My question, honestly, is, “How?” I’m exhausted just reading this. But also, good for them. These travelers seized life, and Las Vegas, by the goddamn balls. XO, Paul
You Too Can Be a Swinger
If you haven’t had the chance, be sure to check out our merch shop on the Time Capsule website. This week, The Silver Chain’s kitten ball team, The Swingers, make a comeback with a revamped version of their classic jersey!
Just finished listening to the last episode of The Silver Chain. If I could sum it up, the more things change, the more things stay the same. It was one of the best podcasts I've ever listened to. Your thoughts at the end were beautifully put, Paul. Bravo!