Episodes (Page 28)
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Shares the story of Colorado River guide Kenton Grua.
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Dr. Seuss's complex legacy explored, including his personal life and past problematic works.
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The 2000 US Presidential Election was a historically close and contested race.
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The history behind the distinctive blue color of blueprints is revealed.
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The Biosphere II Experiment, an ambitious self-sustaining habitat project, is discussed.
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Discusses the long-term danger of nuclear waste and its storage.
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Considers how future generations will view our current practices.
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Scheele's Green, a vibrant but toxic Victorian pigment, is examined.
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An exploration of the biology and behavior of snails.
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The enduring charm and history of wood-burning fireplaces are explored.
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The annual holiday special features festive discussions and cheer.
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The origin of using electric lights for Christmas tree decoration.
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Recounts the 1990s Beanie Babies craze and investment bubble.
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The infamous Star Wars Holiday Special from 1978 is dissected.
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Analyzes the different types and methods dictators use to gain power.
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The history of the Skeleton Army, a group that clashed with the Salvation Army.
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A lighthearted debate about the merits of pickles versus cucumbers.
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The Matewan Massacre, a significant event in US labor history.
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The role and impact of Freedom Schools during the Civil Rights Movement.
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The tragic murder of John Lennon by Mark David Chapman in 1980.