Jul 30, 2015
A story of protest and assumed identity. After anti-war protests at Washington University in 1970, Howard Mechanic became the first person arrested and charged under the Civil Obedience Act. Claiming innocence, Mechanic jumped bail to avoid prison time. He moved out West and created a new identity. For 28 years, he lived as Gary Tredway while raising a family and starting his own business. But what happens when Gary Tredway's background is questioned? Can he continue under an assumed name or will his past finally be open to the public? Music by GOG (Mike Bjella) soundcloud.com/sobasc/ deepestgate.bandcamp.com/music Produced by Garrett Crowe, Mike Martinez, and Tyler Wray Episode 015 is sponsored by Sundance Now Doc Club DocClub.com/EIS