Dr. Rachel Lance and 'Chamber Divers'

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. 

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 is joined again by Courtney Kocak to continue to discuss Dr. James Burt. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee 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. 

Executive producer/writer/director Brian Armstrong explains the challenges of directing the “stars” of National Geographic’s documentary series “Secrets of the Whales,” streaming now on Disney+  During three years of filming, Armstrong and his crew had to be prepared for almost a ... Show More

Liv is joined by Dr Christie Vogler who talks about women of the Roman world who practiced medicine, in varied forms, and how these women were seen and understood in the wider Roman world. Follow Christie on Twitter and check out her podcast, Movies We Dig (where Liv will soon be ... Show More

Activist, author and podcaster Raquel Willis returns to SMNTY after accomplishing so much to talk about her book, The Risk it Takes to BloomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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

Lucy talks to fellow historian Greg Jenner about "larking about" on the TV show Horrible Histories, how to triumph at a Tudor history quiz (visit a museum on the subject first!), working with your idols (Stephen Fry) and the process and extraordinary detail that goes into making ... Show More

Best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell sits down with Georgina Godwin to discuss his life, career and gripping podcast series, ‘Revisionist History’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.