The Crayola Crayon Story

The Crayola Crayon Story

It's now a childhood classic, but the modern Crayola crayon has roots in the same company where carbon black was made for car tires at the turn of the 20th century. But people were creating art with colored implements before Binney and Smith made theirs.

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Victoria Woodhull: Little Queen for President

Victoria Woodhull: Little Queen for President

In 1872, the Equal Rights Party nominated Victoria Woodhull for president, but her radical views and an personal scandal caused her to lose many supporters. In this episode, Sarah and Deblina recount ...

28 Mars 201130min

Dr. Livingstone, I presume?

Dr. Livingstone, I presume?

David Livingstone was a missionary working in Africa, and for six years he lost contact with the western world. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the adventures of Livingstone and Henry Stanl...

23 Mars 201128min

Lakshmi Bai: Who is India's Joan of Arc?

Lakshmi Bai: Who is India's Joan of Arc?

Lakshmi Bai was born into wealthy family in 1830, but she was far from the typical aristocrat. In this episode, Deblina and Sarah recount the life and work of Lakshmi Bai, from her youth to her instru...

21 Mars 201127min

Lambert the Pretender, Irish-crowned King

Lambert the Pretender, Irish-crowned King

Lambert Simnel was born into a humble position, but over the course of his life he became both a pretender to the throne and an imposter. Tune in to learn how this young man was used as a pawn in this...

16 Mars 201127min

The Mystery of Saint-Ex: Antoine de Saint-Éxupery

The Mystery of Saint-Ex: Antoine de Saint-Éxupery

Since its publication in 1934, The Little Prince has become one of the world's most well-known children's books -- and the story of its author, Antoine de Saint-Éxupery, is almost as extraordinary. Tu...

14 Mars 201124min

Don't Cross the Dragon Lady, Cheng I Sao

Don't Cross the Dragon Lady, Cheng I Sao

When people think of pirates, they usually picture male, western scoundrels flouting the law throughout the Caribbean. However, piracy is not a solely western pursuit. Listen in as Deblina and Sarah r...

9 Mars 201128min

The Riotous Life of Caravaggio

The Riotous Life of Caravaggio

Michelangelo da Caravaggio may not be as well-known as Leonardo da Vinci, but this amazing painter has been receiving more and more attention in recent times. Why? Listen in as Deblina and Sarah explo...

7 Mars 201124min

The Best Mardi Gras Ever

The Best Mardi Gras Ever

Mardi Gras has been a legal holiday in New Orleans since 1875, and the annual Fat Tuesday celebration has become a legendary part of the city's culture. But which Mardi Gras celebration was the best? ...

2 Mars 201123min

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