The 47 Ronin and the Samurai's Code
Historically, the samurai were Japanese warriors famous for their loyalty to their feudal lords and adherence to a strict code of honor. Tune in to learn more about the samurai and the legendary tale ...
10 Maj 201017min
What is the highest-value art heist in history?
From cat burglars to immoral, obsessed collectors, we've all heard stories of notorious art thieves. But in terms of loot, which of history's outrageous art heists was the most successful? Listen in a...
5 Maj 201019min
How Charlie Chaplin Worked
Charlie Chaplin is perhaps best known for his portrayal of 'The Tramp,' a character with raggedy clothes and a heart of gold. But who was the real Charlie Chaplin? Learn more about one of the most inf...
3 Maj 201017min
Catherine de' Medici and the Scarlet Nuptials
In this episode of the continuing Medici super series, Katie and Sarah follow up on the further adventures of Catherine de'Medici. Listen in and learn how the St. Bartholomew Day's massacre contribute...
28 Apr 201025min
Is there a money pit on Oak Island?
In 1795, a farm boy named Daniel McGinnis found a strange depression in the ground on an island in Nova Scotia's Mahone Bay. As he and his friends began to dig, they realized they'd stumbled on much m...
26 Apr 201014min
Catherine de' Medici, Italian Orphan
Catherine de' Medici remains the most famous female member of the Medici clan. Orphaned at a young age, Catherine survived struggles with childhood illness and eventually became the Queen consort of F...
21 Apr 201023min
The Second Act: Notable Vaudevillians
In a follow-up to the earlier episode on the history of vaudeville, Katie and Sarah take a closer look at some of the most memorable vaudevillians. Listen in and learn more about everyone from the Mar...
19 Apr 201025min
Who was Emanuel Swedenborg?
When the philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg sought mechanical explanations for nature, he found himself struggling with his faith as he searched for evidence of the human soul. But what happened next? Tun...
14 Apr 201018min
