Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
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Adeliepenguin
Aug 19, 2022
Amazing!!! my sister listens to it all the time and i just downloaded it and started listening!!😍😍 i love it!!
crazy weirdo😜😜😜😜😜
Jul 18, 2022
best podcast EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
linhsong4434
May 2, 2022
😎😎😍🤩❤️😊
Idc
Apr 4, 2022
Make one about roblox thanks :)
srs711
Jan 19, 2022
I love bedtime history it's so calm and soothing and it puts me right to sleep 😴💤
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Navajo Code Talkers
630
Learn about communications during World War II and the Native American code talkers who sent secret messages during the Pacific Theater. |
Sep 19, 2022 |
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Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II
793
Learn more about Queen Elizabeth II and the celebration of her 70th year of reign also called the "Platinum Jubilee". |
Sep 12, 2022 |
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Benjamin Banneker
625
Learn about the brilliant African-American naturalist, mathematician, astronomer and almanac author. |
Aug 29, 2022 |
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Antikythera Mechanism
651
Learn about the ancient Greek astronomical analog computer discovered in a shipwreck off the island of Antikythera. |
Aug 22, 2022 |
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Indus Valley Civilization
603
Learn about the advanced Bronze Age culture and civilization located in South Asia. |
Aug 15, 2022 |
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Dragons
625
Learn more about the history of these mythical, fearsome creatures across many cultures throughout time. |
Aug 08, 2022 |
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The Grimké Sisters
613
Learn about Sarah and Angelina Grimke, the southern suffragists, and abolitionists, who spoke out against slavery during the 1800s. |
Aug 01, 2022 |
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Oregon Trail
603
Learn about the famous trail that pioneers in the early United States traveled to settle the West. |
Jul 25, 2022 |
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Louis Pasteur
665
Learn about the French chemist and microbiologist known for his discoveries in fields such as vaccination, fermentation, and pasteurization. |
Jul 19, 2022 |
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Unicorns
615
Learn about the history of these mythical creatures and how they came to fill the imagination of many cultures across the world! |
Jul 11, 2022 |
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Dippy the Dinosaur
550
Learn about "Dippy the Dinosaur", the diplodocus discovered on July 4th, 1899 in Wyoming, USA. |
Jul 04, 2022 |
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Wangari Maathai
679
Learn about the Kenyan Nobel Peace Prize winner, her childhood in Kenya, and her efforts to lessen suffering and protect the environment in Kenya. |
Jun 27, 2022 |
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Major Taylor
646
Learn about the famous cyclist Marshall "Major" Taylor. |
Jun 13, 2022 |
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Skyscrapers
697
Learn about the history of tall buildings and skyscrapers from Ancient Egypt and Rome to the modern-day metropolis. |
Jun 06, 2022 |
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Sophie Germain
680
Learn about the young, French mathematician who impressed experts in her field with her insights about topics such as Numbers Theory. |
May 31, 2022 |
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
508
Learn about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetary in Virginia. Learn more about why it was created, the soldiers it honors, and the impressive guards who watch the tomb day and knight. |
May 23, 2022 |
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Bees & Beekeeping
613
Learn about the history of bees and beekeeping, also known as apiculture. |
May 16, 2022 |
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Transatlantic Communications
744
Learn about the project to connect North America and Europe by first laying telegraph cables across the Atlantic Ocean, and from this early project to the modern fiber optic cables that connect the continents by the Internet. |
May 09, 2022 |
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Louis Braille
587
Learn about the young inventor of the Braille writing system, Louis Braille. |
May 02, 2022 |
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Mount Rushmore
575
Learn about the ambitious and creative sculptor, Gutzon Borglum, and his son Lincoln, who managed the creation of the Mount Rushmore statues. |
Apr 25, 2022 |
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Jules Verne
823
Learn about the world-famous French author whose interest in science, technology, and adventure wrote books like 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and became a founder of the genre that became known as "science fiction." |
Apr 18, 2022 |
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Transcontinental Railroad (Remastered)
517
Learn about the railroad that stretched across the United States and transformed the country by providing faster access to the West. |
Apr 14, 2022 |
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King George VI
539
Learn about King George VI, his struggles as a child with stuttering, and other challenges growing into the King of England. |
Apr 11, 2022 |
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Pony Express (Remastered)
487
Learn about the creation of the Pony Express, the speedy mail delivery service of the American West. |
Apr 07, 2022 |
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Industrial Revolution
725
Learn about the period of significant technological change in Europe and the United States, known as the Industrial Revolution, and inventors just as James Watt, Eli Whitney, and their inventions such as the steam engine and cotton gin. |
Apr 04, 2022 |
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Rosalind Franklin
671
Learn about the brilliant scientist who first photographed DNA and discovered its double helix structure. |
Mar 28, 2022 |
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Maya Civilization
561
Learn about the development of the Maya Civilization in Mesoamerica. Topics include the walled city of Tulum, Chichen Itza, Maya gods, and the early archeologists who first studied the Maya ruins. |
Mar 21, 2022 |
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Meteors and Meteorites
631
Learn about "shooting stars," the makeup of meteors, meteorites, and the history of human belief and research about this spectacular astronomical phenomenon. |
Mar 14, 2022 |
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Sandra Day O'Conner
658
Learn about the first woman Supreme Court Justice, from her childhood growing up on a ranch in Arizona, to her important position on the United States Supreme Court. |
Mar 07, 2022 |
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Voyager Program
593
Learn about NASA's ambitious project to observe several planets in the Solar System. |
Mar 01, 2022 |
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Samurai
662
Learn about the history of these Japanese warriors and their code of honor, the "bushido." |
Feb 21, 2022 |
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Submarines & Submersibles
677
Learn about the history of the invention of the submarine from the original simple designs to the nuclear class submarines used today. |
Feb 14, 2022 |
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Roald Dahl
675
Learn about the famous children's author who wrote books such as Matilda, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the BFG, and James and the Giant Peach. |
Feb 07, 2022 |
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Abigail Adams
634
Learn about the incredible woman who was both a wife and mother of the United States Presidents and is known today by her many letters. |
Jan 31, 2022 |
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Money, Bartering, and Cryptocurrency
764
Learn about the history of money, from the early systems of bartering to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in the digital age. |
Jan 24, 2022 |
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Area 51, Roswell, and UFOs
832
Learn about the top-secret military Nevada Test Site and Area 51 which has been a mystery since its creation in the 1940s. We'll learn more about the aircraft tested there along with the crash at Roswell, New Mexico, and speculation about UFOs and extraterrestrials related to Area 51. |
Jan 17, 2022 |
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J.R.R. Tolkien
775
Learn more about the author of The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings and the creator of the Middle Earth universe. |
Jan 11, 2022 |
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Beach Relaxation
779
Fall asleep to this relaxing story that takes place on a beach. Support the show |
Jan 03, 2022 |
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Catherine the Great of Russia
630
Learn about young Sophie who would become Catherine the Great of Russia. |
Dec 27, 2021 |
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Jane Goodall
600
Learn about the famous primatologist who developed new methods for learning about chimpanzees and other apes in the wild. |
Dec 20, 2021 |
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Louis Armstrong
640
Learn about one of the most famous jazz musicians of all time, Louis Armstrong, and how he changed the world with his trumpet, voice, and unique style. |
Dec 13, 2021 |
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Mammoth Cave
605
Learn more about the history of Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. From its geological formation to its use by Native Americans and later tours which were given by intrepid explorers of the caves. |
Dec 06, 2021 |
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The Wright Brothers
645
Learn more about Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who invented flight along with those who inspired them like Otto Lilienthal, the German inventor. |
Nov 29, 2021 |
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Costa Rica
805
Learn more about the formation of the Isthmus of Panama and the geological, anthropological, and environmental history of Costa Rica. |
Nov 22, 2021 |
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Native Americans of North America: Part 2
664
Happy Native American Heritage Month! Learn about the history of Native Americans in North America. How they came to be in the Americas and the history of the different cultures which spread across the continent. |
Nov 15, 2021 |
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Native Americans of North America: Part 1
612
Happy Native American Heritage Month! Learn about the history of Native Americans in North America. How they came to be in the Americas and the history of the different cultures which spread across the continent. |
Nov 08, 2021 |
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Dia de los Muertos | Day of the Dead
465
Learn about the traditional Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos where loved ones who have passed are remembered by their relatives. |
Nov 01, 2021 |
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The Odyssey by Homer
621
Learn about the story of Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey, about the long and treacherous journey of Odysseus from The Trojan War back to his home in Ithaca. |
Oct 28, 2021 |
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The Iliad and The Trojan War
525
Learn about the ancient Greek epic poem, The Iliad, Achilles, and the Trojan War. |
Oct 25, 2021 |
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Eva Peron
624
Learn about the famous Argentine actress and radio personality who later became the wife of the President and used her power and influence to improve the livelihood of her people. |
Oct 18, 2021 |
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The Beatles
578
Learn about one of the most popular rock bands of all time, The Beatles: Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr; and the Beatlemania that followed. |
Oct 14, 2021 |
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Storytelling and Oral Traditions
771
Learn about the history of storytelling and the oral tradition. |
Oct 11, 2021 |
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Mae Jemison
636
Learn about Mae Jemison, the precocious and widely talented African American woman who joined NASA and traveled to space on the shuttle Endeavor. |
Oct 04, 2021 |
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Leaning Tower of Pisa
585
Learn about the history of the construction of the famous belltower and efforts over the years to keep it standing upright. |
Sep 27, 2021 |
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Easter Island
527
Learn about Easter Island, its discovery, and the history of people who lived there along with the giant carved heads, the moai. |
Sep 20, 2021 |
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Mary Shelley and Frankenstein
556
Learn about the author Mary Shelley, her early life, and the making of the famous American novel Frankenstein. |
Sep 13, 2021 |
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September 11 Attacks | 9/11
554
Learn more about the attacks on the World Trade Center that took place on September 11th 2001 and the aftermath that followed. |
Sep 10, 2021 |
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Bessie Coleman
804
Learn about Bessie Coleman, the daredevil aviator who defied all odds by becoming one of the first black women to earn a pilot's license and speak out against racism during the early 20th century. |
Sep 06, 2021 |
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Cleopatra
767
Learn about the cunning Queen of Egypt who rose to power during the Roman Empire. |
Aug 30, 2021 |
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Miguel Hidalgo
651
Learn about the Mexican priest and revolutionary, who on the "Grito de Delores" ("Cry of Delores") day helped free Mexico from Spanish rule. |
Aug 23, 2021 |
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Florence Nightingale
698
Learn about one of the most famous nurses of all time, the Lady with the Lamp, Florence Nightingale, who improved the conditions of hospitals during the Crimean War, and then went on to train other nurses and better hospitals across the British Empire. |
Aug 16, 2021 |
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Julius Caesar
506
Learn about the famous general and first emperor of Rome, Julius Caesar. |
Aug 09, 2021 |
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Babe Ruth
518
Learn about one of the most famous American baseball players and home run hitters of all time, Babe Ruth. |
Aug 02, 2021 |
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The Olympic Games
661
Learn about the Greek origins of The Olympics and the first modern Olympics held in 1896. |
Jul 26, 2021 |
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Boudica
624
Learn about the Celtic queen, Boudicca, who fought valiantly for her people's freedom against the Roman Empire. |
Jul 19, 2021 |
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Buddha
687
Learn about Siddhartha Gautama Buddha, the founder of the world religion Buddhism and revered by many as the "Enlightened One." |
Jul 12, 2021 |
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Grace Hopper
661
Learn about Grace Hopper, mathematician and early computer scientist who helped develop the first compiler and programming language, COBOL. |
Jul 05, 2021 |
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Alternative Energy
656
Learn about the different innovations in alternative energy and how they are changing the world today. |
Jun 28, 2021 |
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Lin-Manuel Miranda
641
Learn about the talented rapper and songwriter who produced the Tony award-winning musical Hamilton and In the Heights. |
Jun 21, 2021 |
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Alexander Hamilton
721
Learn about the Founding Father who fought in the American Revolution and as the Secretary of the Treasury helped put the United States on a strong financial foundation. |
Jun 14, 2021 |
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Tim Berners-Lee and the Invention of the Internet
661
Learn about one of the creative engineers behind the invention of the world wide web, or the Internet, and technologies that led to its creation such as HTML, URLs, and web browsers. |
Jun 07, 2021 |
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Thomas Edison
468
Learn about Thomas Edison, the American inventor of the lightbulb and many other modern technologies. |
May 31, 2021 |
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Chuck Berry
612
Learn about the "Father of Rock n' Roll" who refined and developed rhythm and blues into the major elements that made rock and roll what it is today. |
May 24, 2021 |
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Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots
672
Learn about the tumultuous life of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots from her upbringing as a future Queen to her imprisonment at the hands of Queen Elizabeth. |
May 17, 2021 |
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Wayne Gretzky
548
Learn about "The Great One," the world-famous, and one of the best, hockey players of all time, Wayne Gretzky. |
May 10, 2021 |
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The Legend of King Arthur
425
Learn about the origins of the legend of King Arthur along with Camelot, Tintagel, the wizard Merlin and the Sword in the Stone. |
May 03, 2021 |
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Sir Ernest Shackleton
553
Learn about the intrepid explorer who led numerous expeditions to the uncharted Antarctic. |
Apr 26, 2021 |
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Bethany Hamilton
431
Learn about Bethan Hamilton, the young surfer, who after surviving a shark attack went on to win surfing championships and inspire others worldwide. |
Apr 19, 2021 |
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Fred Rogers
569
Learn about Fred Rogers, the thoughtful television personality who became known as "Mister Rogers" during his show Mister Roger's Neighborhood. |
Apr 11, 2021 |
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Elvis Presley
559
Learn about the King of Rock n' Roll, Elvis Presley. |
Apr 04, 2021 |
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Stone Age
591
Learn more about humans during the period known as the Stone Age. |
Mar 28, 2021 |
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Rainforests
512
Learn about the wonderful world of rainforests, how rainforests work, and why they are important. |
Mar 22, 2021 |
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Hawaii
746
Learn about the formation and history of the Hawaiian Islands. |
Mar 15, 2021 |
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Charlemagne
468
Learn about one of the first powerful kings of Europe, Charles the Great or Charlemagne. |
Mar 07, 2021 |
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The First Cities
661
Learn about some of the first large-scale cities of the Ancient World -- such as Sumer, Uruk, Ur, the cities of the Indus River Valley, China, and the Andes -- and the transition from Neolithic farming communities to the Bronze Age. |
Mar 01, 2021 |
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Rosa Parks
725
In honor of Black History Month learn about this courageous woman who stood up for herself and helped start the Civil Rights Movement. |
Feb 21, 2021 |
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg
716
Learn about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the Supreme Court Justice, and warrior for womens' rights and equality. |
Feb 15, 2021 |
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The Statue of Liberty
692
Learn about the planning and construction of the Statue of Liberty. |
Feb 08, 2021 |
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The Rocky Mountains
725
Learn about the history of the Rocky Mountain range and its National Park. |
Feb 01, 2021 |
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Harry Houdini
624
Learn about one of history's most famous magicians and escape artists. |
Jan 24, 2021 |
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Teddy Roosevelt: Childhood
720
Learn about the childhood of "Teedie" Roosevelt. |
Jan 17, 2021 |
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Marquis de Lafayette
655
Learn about the Marquis de Lafayette, the French officer, who joined the Americans in their War for Independence. |
Jan 11, 2021 |
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The Vikings and Leif Erikson
611
Learn more about the Vikings or Norsemen of the Scandinavian countries, and Leif Erikson, one of the first Europeans to explore the New World. |
Jan 02, 2021 |
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Boxing Day
538
Learn about the history of Boxing Day, December 26th. |
Dec 28, 2020 |
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History of Christmas Carols
658
Learn about the history of Christmas carols. |
Dec 20, 2020 |
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History of Minecraft
536
Learn about the history of the creation of Minecraft, from it's the original version by Markus Persson to the many mods and newer versions now built by Microsoft. |
Dec 13, 2020 |
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Clara Barton
533
Learn more about the Civil War nurse who devoted her life to the service of others. |
Dec 06, 2020 |
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The Red Baron
582
Learn about Baron Manfred von Richthofen, the infamous German fighter ace of World War I. |
Nov 27, 2020 |
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History of Thanksgiving
703
Learn about the history of the Thanksgiving, from the "The First Thanksgiving" at Plymouth to its designation as a national holiday. Also learn about how other countries and cultures celebration days of "thanks." |
Nov 22, 2020 |
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Guy Fawkes
636
"Remember, remember the fifth of November!" Learn about Guy Fawkes, the Catholic revolutionary who challenged the British government with his Gunpowder Plot. |
Nov 15, 2020 |
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California Gold Rush
657
Learn about the gold that was discovered in California and the subsequent Gold Rush that followed. |
Nov 08, 2020 |
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Jim Henson
518
Learn about Jim Henson, the talented puppet designer who created the Muppets and many Sesame Street characters. |
Nov 01, 2020 |
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Queen Victoria
674
Learn about Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Britain and Ireland, and the great progress that took place during what became known as Victorian England. |
Oct 25, 2020 |
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Chicago World's Fair | World's Columbian Exposition
710
Learn about the World's Columbian Exposition held in 1893. |
Oct 19, 2020 |
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Sitting Bull
697
Learn about the brave warrior and leader of the Lakota Sioux tribes of the American West, Sitting Bull. |
Oct 11, 2020 |
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Milton Bradley
589
Learn about the famous game designer, Milton Bradley. |
Oct 03, 2020 |
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Mona Lisa
542
Learn about history's most famous painting, the Mona Lisa, by Leonardo Da Vinci. |
Sep 27, 2020 |
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Glass
484
Learn about the history of glass and glass-making. |
Sep 19, 2020 |
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Australia
579
Learn about the fascinating country and continent of Australia. |
Sep 14, 2020 |
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The Great Wall of China
606
Learn about one of the most extensive building projects and structures in the history of the world. |
Sep 06, 2020 |
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Mother Teresa
550
Learn about the Catholic missionary nun who devoted her life to serving the people of India. |
Aug 31, 2020 |
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The Spanish Armada, Queen Elizabeth and Sir Francis Drake
616
Learn about the famous naval battle between England and Spain. |
Aug 23, 2020 |
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Stan Lee
619
Learn about the famous comic book writer of the Marvel Universe, Stan Lee. |
Aug 15, 2020 |
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Albert Einstein
737
Learn about one of the most famous thinkers and scientists of all time, Albert Einstein. |
Aug 04, 2020 |
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Mars Exploration
606
Learn about the history of human interest in the Red Planet and its modern-day exploration. |
Jul 27, 2020 |
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Maya Angelou
567
Learn about the famous author and poet who helped the Civil Rights Movement and changed the world with her inspiring words and life story. |
Jul 19, 2020 |
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Athens vs. Sparta
725
Learn about the early Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta, how they were different, and the war that eventually started between them. |
Jul 13, 2020 |
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Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli
615
Learn about the world-renowned Japanese animator and film director, Hayao Miyazaki. |
Jul 06, 2020 |
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Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
661
Learn more about the history of artificial intelligence and robotics, and how advances in these fields are changing our world today. |
Jun 29, 2020 |
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Beatrice Shilling
440
Learn about the British motorcycle racer and talented aircraft engineer, Beatrice Shilling. |
Jun 22, 2020 |
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Han Dynasty
304
Learn about China's Han Dynasty. |
Jun 18, 2020 |
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Jackie Robinson
679
Learn about Jackie Robinson, who against all odds, became the first Major League baseball player for the Brooklyn Dodgers. |
Jun 15, 2020 |
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Helen Keller
517
Learn about Helen Keller's journey to overcome all odds by learning to speak, read, write books and later tour the world bringing attention to others with similar disabilities. |
Jun 08, 2020 |
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Steve Jobs
700
Learn about the creation of Apple computers and its ingenious founder. |
May 31, 2020 |
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Panama Canal
628
Learn about the construction of the Panama Canal, one of the great feats of engineering in modern history! |
May 24, 2020 |
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International Space Station
616
Learn about the International Space Station, from its gradual creation to its current habitat for research and space discovery. |
May 16, 2020 |
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George Washington: Part 3 - The U.S. Constitution and Presidency
596
Learn about George Washington's role in the Constitutional Convention and his terms as the first President of the United States. |
May 12, 2020 |
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George Washington: Part 2 - The American Revolution
652
Learn about George Washington's part in the Continental Congress and his battles as a general in the American Revolution. |
May 03, 2020 |
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George Washington: Part 1 - Childhood and French and Indian War
726
Learn about the first president of the United States, George Washington, from his boyhood in Virginia to his battles in the French and Indian War. This is part 1 of a 2 part series about his life. |
Apr 27, 2020 |
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Ole Kirk Christiansen and Lego
591
Learn about the history of Ole Kirk Christiansen and the invention of Lego by he and his sons. |
Apr 13, 2020 |
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The Grand Canyon
462
Learn about the history of The Grand Canyon. |
Mar 29, 2020 |
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The Titanic
579
Learn about the history of the construction, maiden voyage and sinking of the Titanic, along with later efforts to discover the wreckage. |
Mar 16, 2020 |
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The Berlin Wall
468
Learn about the wall dividing East and West Germany, the reasons why it was built and the adventurous people who escaped. |
Mar 02, 2020 |
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Tania Aebi & Sarah Dekker
400
Learn about two incredible women who circumnavigated the globe by sailboat. |
Feb 17, 2020 |
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Zeppelins
469
Learn about the history of the giant airships of the 1900s also called zeppelins. |
Jan 31, 2020 |
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Stan and Jan Berenstain
346
Learn about the husband and wife creators of the entertaining Berenstain Bears children's book series. |
Jan 23, 2020 |
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Nikola Tesla
439
Learn about one of the geniuses of the electrical age, Nikola Tesla. |
Jan 07, 2020 |
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History of Nintendo: Fusajiro Yamauchi, Hiroshi Yamauchi, Gunpei Yokoi and Shigeru Miyamoto
611
Learn about the founders of Nintendo and the talented people who have designed their games over the years. |
Dec 10, 2019 |
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Mark Twain
496
Learn about one of America's most famous authors, Samuel Clemens, also known as Mark Twain. |
Dec 10, 2019 |
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Edgar Allan Poe
398
Learn about the difficult but impactful life of the world renowned writer of mystery and detective stories, Edgar Allan Poe. |
Nov 09, 2019 |
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The Bedtime History Story
450
Learn about the history of Bedtime History! |
Oct 29, 2019 |
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Leonardo Da Vinci
521
Learn about one of the most curious and creative geniuses in recorded history, a true Renaissance Man who painted, sculpted, sketched and invented. |
Oct 14, 2019 |
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Ada Lovelace
383
Learn about Ada Lovelace, the brilliant Victorian woman who later became known as one of the first computer programmers. |
Sep 10, 2019 |
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Camping
312
Learn about the history of camping as one of the world's favorite pastimes! |
Aug 18, 2019 |
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The Bone Wars
509
Learn about Edward Drinker Cope and Othniel Charles Marsh and the war that ensued between them as the two paleontologists as they stopped at nothing to discover the most fossils. |
Jul 31, 2019 |
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Harriet Tubman
514
Learn about the brave woman who put her own life at risk to lead others to freedom along the Underground Railroad. |
Jul 07, 2019 |
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Notre Dame Cathedral
489
Learn about the history of the famous cathedral in Paris, the Notre-Dame and the efforts to rebuilt it after the recent fire damage. |
Jun 30, 2019 |
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Amelia Earhart
674
Learn about the famous American pilot and her many adventures to break aviation records and inspire other women to be pilots, too. |
Jun 17, 2019 |
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Galileo Galilei
468
Learn about the famous Italian mathematician and astronomer who defied the authorities of his day in the pursuit of science and reason. |
Jun 08, 2019 |
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History of Memorial Day
266
Learn about the history of Memorial Day. |
May 25, 2019 |
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History of Easter
383
Learn about the history of Easter, Passover and how the holiday is celebrated today. |
Apr 20, 2019 |
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The History of Chocolate
483
Learn about the amazing history of chocolate. From the cacao bean used by the ancient Olmecs in Mesoamerica to the mass production of chocolate bars by modern companies like Hershey, learn how we came to enjoy one of the world's most favorite treats. |
Mar 31, 2019 |
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D-Day: Operation Overlord
609
Learn about the plans leading up to D-Day and its importance as one of the defining battles of World War 2. |
Mar 23, 2019 |
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St. Patrick's Day
517
Learn about the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick, and the origin of St. Patrick's Day. |
Mar 16, 2019 |
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Marie Curie
560
Learn about Marie Curie, the extraordinary woman scientist who won multiple Nobel Peace Prizes and helped develop early x-ray technology. |
Mar 06, 2019 |
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Presidents' Day: Childhoods
481
Happy Presidents' Day! Learn about the childhoods of several of the Presidents of the United States of America, many of which were very difficult and very humble beginnings. |
Feb 18, 2019 |
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History of Disneyland
716
Learn about Walt Disney's idea behind Disneyland and how it came to be, from its design to its construction and future. |
Feb 03, 2019 |
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Walt Disney
683
Learn about Walt Disney's childhood in Marceline and his early days as an animator, then on to the success of his early animated films leading up to the creation of Disneyland. |
Jan 28, 2019 |
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Martin Luther King, Jr.
651
Learn about the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. from his days as a pastor to his great march on Washington, and about the change that came from his efforts to bring about equality in the United States and across the world. |
Jan 21, 2019 |
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Pyramids of Egypt
608
Learn about the incredible pyramids of Ancient Egypt, pharaohs, mummies, and more about why and how the pyramids were built. |
Jan 11, 2019 |
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Christmas Trees
618
Learn about the origin of Christmas trees which started in ancient European times and now is a primary tradition in cultures around the world who celebrate Christmas. |
Dec 18, 2018 |
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Dian Fossey
391
Learn about Dian Fossey, the zoologist who sacrificed much to study the Gorillas of Rwanda and help to protect them. |
Nov 29, 2018 |
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
600
Learn about the musical prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. |
Nov 14, 2018 |
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The History of Halloween
612
Learn about the 2,000 year old history of Halloween, which started with ancient Celtic traditions and evolved into the fun celebration it is today. |
Oct 26, 2018 |
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Marco Polo
551
Learn about Marco Polo, the Italian merchant, who traveled Asia to become one of the earliest European explorers to learn about its culture and people and return to write about it. |
Oct 18, 2018 |
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Steve Irwin: The Crocodile Hunter
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Learn about Steve Irwin, best known as The Crocodile Hunter, an Australian TV personality and crocodile expert who had a passion for teaching about wildlife and its preservation. |
Oct 11, 2018 |
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Hedy Lamarr
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Learn about Hedy Lamarr, the famous actress who also helped invent an early device for radio communications. |
Sep 24, 2018 |
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Bruce Lee
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Learn about the world famous Chinese martial artist, actor and pop culture icon, Bruce Lee. |
Sep 06, 2018 |
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The Eiffel Tower
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Learn about the history of Paris's world famous Eiffel Tower. |
Aug 29, 2018 |
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Eras In History: The Renaissance
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Learn about one of the greatest eras in history, The Renaissance, where education and innovation flourished, the likes of which had never before been seen in the history of the world. |
Aug 18, 2018 |
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Nurses Of World War I
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Learn about the brave female nurses of World War I and all they did to bring comfort and cheer to the wounded during one of the most difficult periods in the history of the world. |
Aug 10, 2018 |
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Michael Jordan
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Learn about the world-famous basketball player Michael Jordan. Follow us on a journey from his childhood in Brooklyn to championship years with the Bulls and the Olympic "Dream Team." |
Aug 04, 2018 |
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Jacques Cousteau
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Learn about the childhood of Jacques Cousteau, when he first became interested in the ocean, his later invention of the aqua-lung and his filmmaking adventures across the globe. |
Jul 21, 2018 |
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Current Events: Thailand soccer team Tham Luang cave rescue
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Learn about a current event, the rescue of the soccer team in the Tham Luang Thailand caves; and the brave divers who gave their all to bring the boys to safety. |
Jul 15, 2018 |
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Computer Science
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Learn about the history of computer technology, from the abacus of the ancient world to smartphones of the modern age. |
Jul 07, 2018 |
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Irving Berlin
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Learn about the ambitious young immigrant, Irving Berlin, and his rise from poverty to become one of America's greatest songwriters. |
Jul 05, 2018 |
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Malala Yousafzai
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Learn about the young Pakistani school girl who challenged the Taliban in her quest for womens' rights to education. |
Jun 18, 2018 |
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Dr. Seuss
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Learn about the childhood and career of world famous children's author and artist, Dr. Seuss. |
May 31, 2018 |
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Shirley Temple
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Learn about Shirley Temple, the young child star who won the hearts of people everywhere and gave hope to America during The Great Depression. |
May 19, 2018 |
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J.K. Rowling
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Learn about J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, who dreamed of being a writer and eventually found great success in her world famous fantasy series. |
May 09, 2018 |
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Buffalo Bill Cody
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Learn about Buffalo Bill Cody, the American West hunter who eventually started his own Wild West Show and travelled the world with his famous band of performers. |
Apr 16, 2018 |
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Mahatma Gandhi
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Learn about India and the brave man who led his people to freedom through his example of non-violence and love. |
Mar 13, 2018 |
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Nancy Wake
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Learn about Nancy Wake, the brave spy and soldier who helped lead the Allies and French Resistance to victory during World War 2. Support the show |
Jan 29, 2018 |
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George Lucas: The Star Wars Story
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Learn about George Lucas's childhood and imagination that led to the creation of one of the greatest movie franchises of all time. Support the show |
Dec 15, 2017 |
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Stars
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Take a journey to the place where stars are born and learn about the history of stars and our own star, the Sun. Support the show |
Dec 02, 2017 |
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Newsies Strike of 1899
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Learn about the newsies strike of 1899, when a band of courageous newsboys took on the most powerful newspaper owners in New York City.Support the show
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Nov 09, 2017 |
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Benjamin Franklin
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Learn about one of the most well known Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin, who was also a writer, inventor and philanthropist. Support the show |
Sep 27, 2017 |
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Sandra Porter
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Learn about an everyday hero who has changed many lives through her goodness and talents, my wonderful grandmother, Sandra Porter. |
Aug 22, 2017 |
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Kerri Strug: Olympic Gymnast
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Learn about Gymnast Kerri Strug as she started training as a child and improved her skills until winning a Gold Medal at the Atlanta Olympic Games. |
Aug 15, 2017 |
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The Navy SEALs
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Learn about the specialized military group, what it takes to become a SEAL and some of the missions they have carried out to help others. |
Aug 06, 2017 |
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The First Transcontinental Railroad
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Learn about the amazing engineering feat of the Transcontinental Railroad and the ingenious and brave Americans who constructed it. |
Jul 21, 2017 |
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Sacajawea
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Learn about the brave young Shoshone, Sacajawea, as she guides Lewis and Clark across the dangerous American wilderness in search of a better path to the West. Support the show |
Jul 08, 2017 |
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Sylvester Stallone: The Rocky Story
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Sylvester Stallone: The Rocky Story by Bedtime History Support the show |
Jun 26, 2017 |
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The Pony Express
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Learn about the adventures of the Pony Express Support the show |
Jun 18, 2017 |
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Abraham Lincoln: Part 2
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Learn about Abraham Lincoln as he enters politics and as President faces the tragedies and challenges of the Civil War. Support the show |
Jun 02, 2017 |
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Abraham Lincoln: Part 1
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Learn about the childhood of Abraham Lincoln in Kentucky as he learned to work hard and study, preparing to become the President of the United States of America. Support the show |
Apr 22, 2017 |
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The Rosetta Comet Mission
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Learn about the first spacecraft to visit a comet, the Rosetta Mission.Support the show
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Mar 25, 2017 |
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The Chunnel: The World's Longest Undersea Tunnel
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Learn about Eurostar, the underwater tunnel, one of the greatest engineering feats in the history of the world. |
Jan 31, 2017 |
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Joan of Arc
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Learn about Joan of Arc, the young French girl who gave her people hope for freedom during a time of war. Support the show |
Dec 08, 2016 |
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Bob Feller
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Learn about Bullet Bob Feller who would grow up to become one of the fastest pitchers of all time. Support the show |
Nov 23, 2016 |
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Gail Halvorsen: Berlin Candy Bomber
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Learn about World War 2 pilot Gail Halvorsen, who came up with a creative way to bring hope to the children of war torn Germany. Support the show |
Nov 02, 2016 |
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Sir Edmund Hillary: Knight of Mount Everest
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Learn about the adventures of Sir Edmund Hillary as he grew from boy to man and conquered the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest. Support the show |
Oct 19, 2016 |
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Tegla Loroupe: Marathon Hero
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Learn about Tegla Loroupe, the little girl from Africa who grew up to be a famous marathon runner and inspiration to her people. Support the show |
Oct 08, 2016 |
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Nellie Bly: Around the World in 72 Days
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Learn about Nellie Bly Support the show |
Sep 23, 2016 |
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Neil Armstrong: First to the Moon
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Learn about famous astronaut Neil Armstrong as you drift off to sleep. Support the show |
Sep 13, 2016 |