Perspective Podcast - April 19, 2013
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In this edition of Perspective...
Terror at the Boston Marathon
Eyewitness Accounts
Monday afternoon, two bombs exploded at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, killing three people and injuring nearly 200. Here now are eyewitness accounts from the event.
The Attack
Monday in Boston began as a day of celebration: Patriot's Day. But just before 3 o'clock in the afternoon, four hours into the marathon, two explosions changed everything. Moments later, first responders rushed to the finish line to care for the injured. ABC's Terry Moran has the details from Boston.
The Social Media Response
In the moments following the attack, those with friends and family at the marathon spent precious minutes tracking down loved ones to make sure they were OK. Mobile technology and social media played a large role in that effort. ABC's Bianna Golodryga with more.
Anatomy of the Bombs
In the days since the attack, we've learned more about the bombs that were used ... homemade devices fashioned from pressure cookers. ABC News Correspondent Jim Avila has the details.
The Heroes
It was mayhem when the bombs exploded at the finish line. Many people were hurt, many were running, but many also ran towards the carnage to lend a hand. ABC's Steven Portnoy reports on the heroes who emerged from the tragedy.
The Victims
We've heard the inspiring stories of lives saved, but there were also those three lives that were lost. ABC's Terry Moran has more from Boston.
The Response from Washington
This week law makers in Washington mourned the lives of those lost in the Boston Marathon bombing, while President Obama vowed to get to the bottom of the attack. ABC's Ann Compton reports from the White House.
Heightened Security Concerns
The Boston bombing has been felt around the country in cities both large and small, and ABC's Alex Stone has more from Los Angeles on the security impact resulting from the attack.
Soft-Target Attacks
It's difficult for law enforcement to protect against attacks like this ... so-called soft targets. ABC's David Kerley tells us more.
A History of April Attacks
This week also marks the anniversary of other notable attacks on the US. ABC News Senior Justice Correspondent Pierre Thomas reports this stretch of April has as dark history.
Talking to our Children
There are parents across the country struggling to explain these deadly explosions to their children, especially on the heels of other tragedies like the deadly shootings in Newtown, CT and Aurora, CO. The images and video can be disturbing. ABC's Amy Robach spoke with some parents about what they're saying to their kids.
Advice from the Experts
And now to the experts. Psychiatrist Dr. Janet Taylor and trauma surgeon Dr. Sebastian Schubl tell us more about explaining this tragedy to our children.
United We Stand
For 117 years, the marathon has been a day to celebrate the city of Boston and its people, and in the wake of this bombing the community there has come together to lift up and support one another. Here's ABC's John Donvan.
Host: Cheri Preston
Producer: Colin Tipton
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