Episode 8: Wicked Smart: Great Inventions to Come Out of New England

Did you know that microwaves, basketball, and chocolate chip cookies were all invented in New England? From everyday essentials to game-changing breakthroughs, this episode of Notable New England explores the fascinating history behind some of the region’s most iconic inventions. Before diving into these incredible inventions, we kick things off with Wicked Lite Bites—a fun, lighthearted roundup of news and happenings from all six New England states. 🎧 Listen now to discover: ✔️ How a Maine scientist accidentally invented the microwave oven 🍽️ ✔️ The Massachusetts dentist who changed golf forever ⛳ ✔️ The Rhode Island entrepreneur behind the modern diner industry 🍽️ ✔️ The pioneering women who revolutionized fashion & style 👗 ✔️ And much more! If you love New England history, fun facts, and hidden gems, this episode is a must-listen! 📌 Show Notes & Resources: 🔹 Episode Sources, References & Featured Links 🔹 Music licensing & credits 💙 Support Notable New England: Join our Notable New England Patreon community for a dedicated space to connect, explore New England history, hidden gems, and local stories without the distractions of traditional social media! Get early, ad-free episodes and exclusive perks starting at just $2 a month. Your support helps cover production costs and keeps engaging episodes coming! Or, sign up for free and connect with other lovely listeners. 👉 Join here 📢 Follow Notable New England: 🔹 Patreon 🔹 Bluesky 🔹 YouTube 🔹 TikTok 🎙️ Podcast Website: https://notablene.podbean.com/ 📩 Contact: [email protected]