In this episode, we’ll learn all about Henry Ford, the man who made cars easier for people to buy! We’ll talk about how he came up with the idea of using big factories and an assembly line to make cars quickly and cheaply. Ford’s most famous car, the Model T, was the first car that lots of people could afford. We’ll also explore his big ideas and how he chan ... Show More
Jun 15
How Board Games Came To Be
Long ago, people created board games to entertain themselves and spend time with family and friends. Ancient Egyptians played a game called Senet over 5,000 years ago, using stones and a board with squares. In China, a game called Go was invented more than 2,500 years ago and is ... Show More
10m 11s
Jun 15
Pele's Amazing Soccer Journey
Pele, a soccer legend from Brazil, is known as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. He amazed the world with his incredible skills, speed, and powerful shots. Born in a small town, Pele started playing soccer barefoot in the streets before joining a profession ... Show More
9m 49s
Jun 13
How Books Changed the World
Imagine a world without books—how would we learn new things or hear amazing stories? Long ago, people used stone tablets and clay to write down information. As time went on, they discovered how to make paper from plants, which made writing much easier. People began to bind paper ... Show More
9m 27s
Sep 2024
Henry Ford: The Good, Bad and Ugly
Henry Ford was an odd guy, but one who had a vision for America that centered around a populist, affordable and reliable automobile. He was also a noted antisemite and not a great father. Today, we dive into the life of FMC's founder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor ... Show More
45 m
Jul 2025
Henry Ford: Putting the world on wheels
Henry Ford may not have invented the car, or even the assembly line, but he perfected them. His Model T – nicknamed “Tin Lizzie” – made cars affordable for the average worker, not just the rich. He was a master tinkerer, inventor and even introduced the five-day 40-hour work week ... Show More
52m 2s
Oct 2025
Business Daily meets: Lamborghini's Stephan Winklemann
The president and CEO of Lamborghini doesn’t just sell supercars, he sells a symbol of status, speed, and style. But what does it take to lead one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands?Theo Leggett meets Stephan Winklemann at a Lamborghini showroom in London, UK, to explore hi ... Show More
17m 29s