Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan: Miracle is Right

Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan: Miracle is Right

Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan were one of the most amazing non-magical duos in history. Imagine living trapped in your own mind – unable to see or hear – and then imagine learning to read, traveling the world, and becoming an ambassador of peace.

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Do you lose the right to privacy when you die?

Do you lose the right to privacy when you die?

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The Nile IS Just a River in Egypt

The Nile IS Just a River in Egypt

The Nile River has been flowing south to north for about 30 million years, and the human race's cradle may have been along the Blue Nile stemming from Ethiopia. Find out some amazing facts about what ...

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The Wind Cries Typhoid Mary

The Wind Cries Typhoid Mary

In the 19th century, typhoid was considered a disease of the lower classes. When an outbreak occurred in wealthy Oyster Bay, New York, a mystery was afoot. Tune in to learn how this event began an ong...

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A Podcast on Zoot Suits? Yes

A Podcast on Zoot Suits? Yes

Few riots can be attributed to passing fashions, but zoot suits are top among them. After originating among the Harlem Renaissance crowd, the zoot suit came to symbolize political defiance. Find out w...

11 Loka 201133min

How the Peace Corps Works

How the Peace Corps Works

Since its inception, the Peace Corps has sent 200,000 members to 193 countries to deliver aid and good will through know-how rather than direct funding. Learn about the successes, criticisms and dange...

6 Loka 201142min

How Silly Putty Works

How Silly Putty Works

When the Japanese invaded Southeast Asia in World War II, they cut off America's rubber supply. Luckily, American can-do created a synthetic rubber and saved the War. Learn about the inventor, fluid c...

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How U.S. Marshals Work

How U.S. Marshals Work

Thought Chuck and Josh had already covered every law enforcement agency? Think again. The Marshals Service is the oldest law enforcement branch in the land, dating back to 1789. Listen up for how to g...

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How Sword Swallowing Works

How Sword Swallowing Works

Houdini suggested that sword swallowing was merely a trick. But there's no sleight of hand or throat to this ancient practice. Practitioners really do swallow swords, car axles and more. Learn more ab...

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