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A topsy-turvy science-y history podcast by Sam Kean. I examine overlooked stories from our past: the dental superiority of hunter-gatherers, the crooked Nazis who saved thousands of American lives, the American immigrants who developed the most successful cancer screening tool in history, the sex lives of dinosaurs, and much, much more. These are charming little tales that never made the history books, but these small moments can be surprisingly powerful. These are the cases where history gets inverted, where the footnote becomes the real story.

A fun and feminist look at forgotten women in science, technology, and beyond, from the bestselling author of THE FANGIRL'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY You may think you know women’s history pretty well. But have you ever heard of. . . · Alice Ball, the chemist who developed an effective...

Samuel “Sam” Rush Watkins (June 26, 1839 – July 20, 1901) was a noted Confederate soldier during the American Civil War. He is known today for his memoir Company Aytch: Or, a Side Show of the Big Show, often heralded as one of the best primary sources about the common soldier's Civil War experience....Sam’s writing style is quite engaging and skillfully captures the pride, misery, glory, and horror experienced by the common foot soldier. Watkins is often featured and quoted in Ken Burns’ 1990 documentary titled The Civil War.

A monthly dive into the folklore of Eythin, and island halfway between Boscastle and the Celtic deep, thirty miles from the coast of Cornwall. An island of ghosts and gods, and riddled with stories. Once upon a time, there was an island…

All Roads is a mixed-format podcast hosted by Classicists Dr. Sam Kindick and Sam Hahn that explores the most interesting aspects of ancient Greece, Rome, and the Renaissance and connects them with modern culture. How mythically accurate is Percy Jackson? How did ancient astronomy work? Which Roman emperor was the worst? Who were the Amazons? Why did the Roman Empire really fall? Come listen because All Roads lead to Rome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step back in time and discover the remarkable true story of Alvin C. York, one of America's greatest heroes, with Sam K. Cowan's 'Sergeant York and His People.' Follow the journey of this humble Tennessee farmer turned decorated World War I soldier, as he demonstrates courage, determination, and selflessness in the face of adversity. Experience the power of one man's actions to inspire a nation and change the course of history.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at ...