Frequent Flyer Programs

Frequent Flyer Programs

Podcast Transcript One of the things that almost every airline has in common is a frequent flyer program.  Frequent flyer programs were initially designed for loyal customers who flew frequently. However, they eventually branched out to people who used certain credit cards and earned miles by making everyday purchases. These programs have become so popular …

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The Fibonacci Sequence and the Golden Ratio

The Fibonacci Sequence and the Golden Ratio

Podcast Transcript Two of the most important concepts that can be found in the world of mathematics and nature are the Fibonacci Sequence and the Golden Ratio. These two concepts seem separate, but they are actually tightly intertwined.  While they have been known since the ancient world, they are still highly relevant today and can …

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The History of Amateur “Ham” Radio

The History of Amateur "Ham" Radio

Podcast Transcript The early days of radio were like the wild west. There were no rules, and that lack of rules often led to problems.  Eventually, frequency regulations were put into place, which left a large swatch of spectrum available to amateur radio operators.  Over time, these operators created a worldwide community that predated the …

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When Exactly Did The Roman Empire Fall?

When Exactly Did The Roman Empire Fall?

Podcast Transcript The Roman Empire was one of the greatest empires in the ancient world.  It left us a host of languages based on Latin, as well as many cultural institutions which still exist. While the Roman Empire is gone, when exactly did it cease to exist?  Learn more about exactly when the Roman empire …

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A Journey to the Center of the Earth

A Journey to the Center of the Earth

Podcast Transcript No matter where you are on Earth right now, there is approximately 6,400 kilometers or 4,000 miles of rock between you and the center of the Earth. All of that rock isn’t the same. There exist different layers below the surface that have different properties and different compositions.  There is even a layer …

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The Ancient Greek Olympics

The Ancient Greek Olympics

Podcast Transcript Almost 3000 years ago, the Ancient Greeks established what was a unique method of honoring their gods: an athletic competition.  Men from city states all over the Greek world would come to Mount Olympus to compete. For those crowned champion, there were few honors greater.  Over the centuries, more and more competitions were …

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Alcatraz

Alcatraz

Podcast Transcript Located in the middle of San Francisco Bay is one of the Bay Area’s most iconic landmarks: Alcatraz. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country, with over a million visitors every year.  Most people know of Alcatraz as a prison, yet it only served as a prison for …

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1775: The Start of the Revolution

1775: The Start of the Revolution

Podcast Transcript If you were to ask most people what year they associate with the American Revolution, it would be 1776. That was the year that the Continental Congress declared Independence.  However, 1776 wasn’t the start of the revolution, nor was it the end of the revolution. In fact, if it hadn’t been for the …

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The History of Salt

The History of Salt

Podcast Transcript One of the most important substances throughout world history has been salt.  Salt might seem mundane, but it is actually necessary for the functioning of life.  For millennia, Salt has been used as a preservative, a seasoning, and even a medium of exchange. Salt is one of the universal things that has remained …

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