Behind the Scenes Minis: Maria and Bruno

Edwin Howard Armstrong isn’t exactly a well-known inventor, but his work in radio literally changed communications around the globe. But his most famous invention – FM radio – became a source of constant frustration after he developed it. Research: Armstrong, Edwin H. “Frequency ... Show More

Before the ballpoint pen, people used their hands, reeds, bamboo, brushes, quills, and eventually nibs to write or draw. But how did things evolve from there to get to things like the fountain pen, and eventually, a ballpoint? Research: "pen." Britannica Library, Encyclopædia Bri ... Show More

This 2022 episode starts with the story of John Bibb, credited with cultivating Bibb lettuce. But his family’s legacy, good and bad, is all tied to having enslaved people build their familial wealth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Robert and Jamie Loftus talk about Helena Blavatsky's time in the United States, inventing the "new age" movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Robert is joined by Jamie Loftus to discuss Helena Blavatsky.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Camila DeChalus and Jackie Statum Allen speak with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

Comedians Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata reveal their experiences meeting Beyoncé and actor Rainn Wilson talks to Elyse about which historical figure was left out of Oppenheimer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Margaret reads Sophie a story of love gone wrong between a magician and an alchemist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Thomas Frank and Mary Ziegler speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

Margaret reads Mia a sci-fi story about what people will do for free power and war. And about hacker clowns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

On today's special episode, News Anchors Bri Wood and Morgyn Wood join Host Ramses Ja to discuss the passing of both OJ Simpson and DJ Mister Cee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Rachel's back from Stagecoach and sharing the stories. Plus, she addresses "Shirtgate" and rumors she's dating someone new.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Robert Greenwald and Faylita Hicks speak with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.