SMNTY Classics: How We Beat Polio But Not the Mythmaking Around Jonas Salk (Part 1)

SMNTY Classics: How We Beat Polio But Not the Mythmaking Around Jonas Salk (Part 1)

In this episode of Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff, Margaret Killjoy and Anney talk about vaccines and complicated historical characters.

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How is the role of women in the military changing?

Due in part to their accomplishments in recent conflicts, women's role in the U.S. military is expanding. Learn more about the changing role of women in the military -- and the challenges they still f...

2 Sep 200914min

Does living together before marriage lead to divorce?

Does living together before marriage lead to divorce?

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How Planned Parenthood Works

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Why do brides wear white?

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Do sororities get a bad rap?

Negative stereotypes about sororities abound, but are they deserved? Molly and Cristen explore the history, practices and reputation of modern sororities in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. Learn...

19 Aug 200923min

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