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Musical Review
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Betty Mohr
‘The Music Man’: This Musical Is No Con
5/20/2024
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Documentary Review
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Michael Clark
‘The Blue Angels’: American Tradition at Its Most Inspirational
This new Amazon documentary goes behind the scenes of a cherished military mainstay.
5/19/2024
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Dustin Bass
A Merchant and Sea Captain’s Bold Plan for Steam Power
In ‘This Week in History,’ we witness the emergence of steam power and a renowned sea captain’s plan to convince the world of the future of shipping.
5/18/2024
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Music
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Rebecca Day
Daily Companionship and the Christian Life
The gospel songwriter C. Austin Miles’s spiritual vision became the inspiration for the popular Christian hymn, ‘In The Garden.’
5/17/2024
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Jeff Minick
The Chemical That Changed the World
Ether was used only for amusement until Dr. Crawford Long, among others, saw its potential for pain-free medical procedures.
5/14/2024
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Deena Bouknight
Still Standing: Old Sheldon Church
In this installment of “History Off the Beaten Path,” we visit the ruins of the Old Sheldon Church—worth a side trip.
5/21/2024
Musical Review
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Betty Mohr
‘The Music Man’: This Musical Is No Con
5/20/2024
Documentary Review
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Michael Clark
‘The Blue Angels’: American Tradition at Its Most Inspirational
This new Amazon documentary goes behind the scenes of a cherished military mainstay.
5/19/2024
American Essence
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Andrew Benson Brown
Josiah Gregg and the Santa Fe Trail
From delicate youth to intrepid explorer, Josiah Gregg chronicled his travels in what became a guidebook for those heading west.
5/19/2024
American Essence
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Dustin Bass
A Merchant and Sea Captain’s Bold Plan for Steam Power
In ‘This Week in History,’ we witness the emergence of steam power and a renowned sea captain’s plan to convince the world of the future of shipping.
5/18/2024
Book Review
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Mark Lardas
‘Skies of Thunder’: World War II Missions in the Himalayas
5/18/2024
Book Review
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Dustin Bass
A Colorful, Provocative History of ‘Rome’s Golden Age’
A flurry of Roman history, “Pax” entices the senses and asks probing questions about the costs of war and, even, the consequential price of peace.
5/18/2024
American Essence
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Trevor Phipps
Roscoe Conkling: A Fierce Politician and Republican Founder
Statesmen in the 19th century often needed strong words and fiery dispositions to get things done.
5/18/2024
American Essence
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Krista Thomas
Neurologist Dr. Richard Restak’s Simple Brain Exercises to Keep Our Minds Sharp and Active
Dr. Richard Restak explains how we can detect the signs of cognitive decline, and do simple brain exercises to keep it at bay.
5/18/2024
American Essence
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Dustin Bass
NYHS ‘Lost New York’ Exhibits the Value of Preservation
The New-York Historical Society shows images and artwork that create a time capsule of New York City from yesteryear.
5/17/2024