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Egyptian mythology turned the sun, the Nile, death, kingship, and even chaos into a sprawling cast of gods and stories. This episode explores the beliefs and myths of ancient Egypt, including major g...

19 Okt 38min

Dolly Parton turned a childhood in rural Tennessee into one of the most recognizable careers in entertainment. This episode explores her early life, her beginnings in country music, her years with Por...

16 Okt 32min

The West Highland White Terrier was bred to be small, sturdy, and remarkably determined. In this episode, you’ll learn about the Scottish origins of the Westie, how the breed developed from working t...

14 Okt 32min

The bicycle went from a strange two wheeled experiment to one of the most popular ways to get around. This episode explores the history of bicycles, from early designs and the arrival of pedals to cha...

12 Okt 29min

The Empire State Building has spent nearly a century towering over Manhattan and becoming one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. This episode explores the building’s history, distinctive...

9 Okt 33min

Butterflies pull off one of the most remarkable transformations in the animal kingdom. This episode explores their life cycle from egg and caterpillar to chrysalis and adult, including how metamorphos...

7 Okt 32min

Magnetism is an invisible force that shapes more of our world than we might realize. This episode explores how magnets attract and repel, how magnetic fields work, and the connection between magnetism...

5 Okt 27min

The sewing machine transformed the way clothing and textiles were made. This episode explores the early attempts to mechanize sewing, how sewing machines developed during the Industrial Revolution, an...

2 Okt 31min