July 3, 2026 - Symbols That Outlive Their Time

Friday, July 3rd, 2026 — Today is National Fried Clam Day, and today’s stories are all about symbols that became bigger than themselves.In this episode, we discover why the steam locomotive Mallard still holds a world speed record nearly 90 years later… explore why one ordinary-looking stone has represented Scottish identity for centuries… and look at how the first cornerstone of One World Trade Center became a symbol of resilience rather than tragedy.Plus, a birthday tribute to Tom Cruise, whose commitment to practical stunts has made him one of the last true movie stars.Sometimes history isn’t remembered because something lasted forever.Sometimes it’s remembered because of what it came to represent.