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History Blurbs
by History Blurbs
Snapshots of historical figures and occasionally events.
Episodes
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Potatoes
The cultural influence of the humble potato and how it was popularized
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Pleasant
Mother of Civil Right in California, or Voodoo Queen of San Francisco? Why not both?? New episodes every Friday
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Smalls
New episodes Fridays
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Truth
New episodes Fridays
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We're Here
Happy New Year - see you in 2022
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The Beard
Happy Movember! Enjoy this rather succinct overview on the effects of a beard.
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The Candy Desk
A special Halloween episode about the best part of the holiday: candy.
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Health and Lies
A look at the health of U.S. Presidents and the public portrayal thereof. Also a friendly reminder to vote on Tuesday (if you legally can and haven't already), and to do it from an informed place.
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The Leg
The journey of a leg.
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Kiki
The life and legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. May her memory be a blessing.
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8: Margaret Chase Smith
A look at the career and presidential candidacy of Margaret Chase Smith
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7: Lafayette
You probably know Lafayette as the hero of multiple revolutions, but did you know he was once gifted a giant wheel of cheese?
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6: John McCain
A tribute to John McCain.
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5: Ronald Reagan
An episode I had to record portions of 5+ times because I kept laughing.
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4: Kofi Annan
A look at Kofi Annan's life and his lasting impact.
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3: Richard III
Richard III's remains were lost for over 400 years. Learn how he was found, identified, and what his remains can tell us about his life.
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2: Lyndon Johnson's Grandfather
A little story Lyndon Johnson told... and the real story. For more on President Johnson, check out Doris Kearns Goodwin's book, "Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream."
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1: Theodore Roosevelt's Portrait
1: Theodore Roosevelt's Portrait by History Blurbs
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Snapshots of historical figures and occasionally events.
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Snapshots of historical figures and occasionally events.
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