Podcast Transcript On January 13, 1888, a group of thirty-three prominent citizens gathered at the Cosmos Club in Washington, DC, to establish “a society for the increase and diffusion of geographical knowledge.” At first, the organization was more of a scholarly endeavor, but over time, it became one of the most popular brands dedicated to …
Podcast Transcript The mid-19th century saw the rise of the first mass working-class political movement in British history. Despite being a working-class movement, they sought reforms in the British political system, not necessarily economic. Their grievances were set out in six points, known as The People’s Charter, which was signed by millions of people. While …
Podcast Transcript Located around the orbit of Jupiter is the moon Europa. It is the smallest of the Gallelian moons and the second closest to Jupiter. Despite being a moon, Europa might just be the most interesting body in the Solar System outside of Earth. According to some, Europa might be the best place in …
Podcast Transcript Christmas is the time of year where we celebrate traditions that have been handed down to us over the centuries. However, traditions can vary from place to place and not all traditions are old. Some traditions are very modern. …and some traditions are downright bizarre. Learn more about the world’s strangest Christmas traditions …
Podcast Transcript In 1994, the nation of Rwanda endured a brutal 100-day spasm of violence that tore families apart and claimed the lives of over one million people. Members of the ethnic minority Tutsi group were hunted down and murdered by members of the larger Hutu group. While this was the worst episode of violence …
Podcast Transcript For thousands of years, diamonds have been among the most valuable substances on Earth. Diamonds are not only the hardest substances known, but they are also incredibly hard to find. However, in the last several decades, researchers have discovered ways to make diamonds in the lab, and they are now being made at …
Podcast Transcript Perhaps the most well-known brand in the world is Coca-Cola. The company has become a global powerhouse in the soft drink market through its original cola formula and visual branding. Its products can be found in every country in the world except three, and it is one of the most consistently profitable companies …
Podcast Transcript Before the United States entered the Second World War in late 1941, the US wasn’t an active combatant, but it wasn’t entirely neutral. In December 1940, after the Nazi invasion of France, President Franklin Roosevelt initiated a program to assist the British who were being assailed on all fronts by Germany. He likened …
Podcast Transcript In 1188, a historic gathering took place in the city of León, in the Kingdom of León and Galicia. It was a kingdom-wide assembly convened by King Alfonso IX that brought together nobles, clergy, and town representatives to advise the crown. It is significant because it is the earliest documented European assembly to …