In this unforgettable episode, Sasha Lund shares the astonishing true story of her great-grandfather, Sven Mårtensson—a poor Swedish dock worker who fled his country at 16 after assaulting a corrupt sheriff. His 14-year odyssey took him from Sweden to London, Bombay, Panama, and beyond, surviving mutiny, yellow fever, and malaria, all while sending love letters to the woman he left behind—pregnant, alone, and shamed. Sasha, now writing a book and screenplay titled The Stamp, reflects on how Sven’s adventurous spirit lives on in her and influences her work with global families on legacy and connection. A story of survival, love, and legacy, this episode is as cinematic as it is heartfelt.
Sasha Lund on her great-grandfather – The Stamp
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