The Astronaut Origins of Food Safety
The development of a systematic approach to food safety didn’t happen until the 20th century. And it's tied directly to NASA trying to make sure astronauts didn’t get food poisoning in space. Research...
5 Joulu 202237min
SYMHC Classics: Ed Roberts and the Independent Living Movement
This early 2017 episode covers Ed Roberts, a disability rights activist known as the father of the Independent Living movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3 Joulu 202228min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Blood Banks and Lady C
Tracy and Holly talk about Charles Drew’s marriage and the impact of the early HIV/AIDS crisis on blood donation. They also discuss all the aspects of the Chatterley story that didn’t make it into the...
2 Joulu 202222min
Lady Chatterley’s Obscenity Trial
Thirty years after D.H. Lawrence died, his book "Lady Chatterley's Lover," which had been banned for decades in many countries, was central to a trial in Great Britain over whether the novel was obsce...
30 Marras 202243min
Charles Drew & Blood Banks
Dr. Charles Drew was once described as “one of the most constructively active figures in the medical profession.” His work as a key figure in the development of blood banking continues to impact lives...
28 Marras 202243min
SYMHC Classics: P.T. Barnum's Biggest Stars
This 2012 episode from previous hosts Sarah and Deblina covers some of the performers he worked with, including General Tom Thumb. Swedish singer Jenny Lind, and his biggest act, Jumbo the Elephant. S...
26 Marras 202226min
Behind the Scenes Minis: Robert-Houdin's Legacy
Holly and Tracy talk about why Robert-Houdin has been lauded as the father of modern magic. They also discuss dangerous aspects of his work, and the lack of nuance in stories about his Algerian perfor...
25 Marras 202214min
Robert-Houdin, The Father of Modern Magic, Part 2
After the 1844 Paris expo, Robert-Houdin turned his efforts to creating his own stage show. He created automata tricks that still delight today, and quickly became a very famous magician. Research: B...
23 Marras 202237min
