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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 12 MIN

Thomas Edison’s Last Breath

from The Atlas Obscura Podcast · host SiriusXM Podcasts & Atlas Obscura

Over the course of a century, the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan has grown to house over 26 million artifacts of innovative achievements. However, one quiet piece – prized by Ford above all others – curiously stands out among the collection: a seemingly empty sealed test tube. In this episode, we uncover this relic’s story and how it preserves an enduring friendship within the country’s technological history.  We always want to hear from you! If you have a question or story for us, give us a call at at 315-992-7902 and leave a message, or send an email to [email protected]. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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