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The reclusive Quaker merchant who never practiced medicine—but quietly built the model that defines American medical education today.
Bankruptcy, a Book, and the Friend Who Made Good on a Promise
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Bankruptcy, a Book, and the Friend Who Made Good on a Promise

In this episode of ‘When Character Counted,’ we meet the man who helped salvage the financial misfortunes of a dying American hero and provide for his widow.
Louisa May Alcott: America’s ‘Little Women’ Writer
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Louisa May Alcott: America’s ‘Little Women’ Writer

This 19th-century writer inspires and entertains readers with her noble portrayal of family life during the Civil War.
The Printing Press: How Modernity Began
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The Printing Press: How Modernity Began

The German inventor’s gamble ended in financial disaster, but it changed the world forever.
First Lady Taft and the Near-Disastrous Arrival of the Cherry Tree
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First Lady Taft and the Near-Disastrous Arrival of the Cherry Tree

In ‘This Week in History,’ Japanese officials resend cherry trees to America after narrowly avoiding a political and ecological disaster.

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Johns Hopkins: The Quiet Founder of America’s Medical Standard
American Essence| By
Brian D'Ambrosio

Johns Hopkins: The Quiet Founder of America’s Medical Standard

The reclusive Quaker merchant who never practiced medicine—but quietly built the model that defines American medical education today.
The Bold Plan to Save an 8-million Pound Hotel From the Ocean
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Dustin Bass

The Bold Plan to Save an 8-million Pound Hotel From the Ocean

In ‘This Week in History,’ six train engines, 112 railcars, 24 railroad tracks, and a team of determined Americans work to save a grand hotel.
Bankruptcy, a Book, and the Friend Who Made Good on a Promise
American Essence| By
Jeff Minick

Bankruptcy, a Book, and the Friend Who Made Good on a Promise

In this episode of ‘When Character Counted,’ we meet the man who helped salvage the financial misfortunes of a dying American hero and provide for his widow.
Pranks, the Press, and 3 Presidents: Famous April Fools’ Jokes
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Jeff Minick

Pranks, the Press, and 3 Presidents: Famous April Fools’ Jokes

From spaghetti trees to Sidd Finch, a playful look at April Fools’ Day’s most memorable hoaxes—and the fine art of pulling off a prank with humor and grace.
June Foray: The Woman of a Thousand Voices
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June Foray: The Woman of a Thousand Voices

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a girl developed her gift for creating voices, moved to Los Angeles, and became a voice acting icon.
Louisa May Alcott: America’s ‘Little Women’ Writer
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Louisa May Alcott: America’s ‘Little Women’ Writer

This 19th-century writer inspires and entertains readers with her noble portrayal of family life during the Civil War.
George Eastman: The Man Who Put Photography in the Hands of the World
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George Eastman: The Man Who Put Photography in the Hands of the World

He didn’t invent photography—he democratized it. George Eastman’s innovations transformed a complex craft into an everyday habit.
The Printing Press: How Modernity Began
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Leo Salvatore

The Printing Press: How Modernity Began

The German inventor’s gamble ended in financial disaster, but it changed the world forever.
James West and Gerhard Sessler: The Two Scientists Who Pioneered the Design of Modern-Day Microphones
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James West and Gerhard Sessler: The Two Scientists Who Pioneered the Design of Modern-Day Microphones

How two physicists transformed bulky studio equipment into the small, low-cost microphones that power modern communication.
First Lady Taft and the Near-Disastrous Arrival of the Cherry Tree
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Dustin Bass

First Lady Taft and the Near-Disastrous Arrival of the Cherry Tree

In ‘This Week in History,’ Japanese officials resend cherry trees to America after narrowly avoiding a political and ecological disaster.
Johns Hopkins: The Quiet Founder of America’s Medical Standard
American Essence| By
Brian D'Ambrosio

Johns Hopkins: The Quiet Founder of America’s Medical Standard

The reclusive Quaker merchant who never practiced medicine—but quietly built the model that defines American medical education today.
The Bold Plan to Save an 8-million Pound Hotel From the Ocean
American Essence| By
Dustin Bass

The Bold Plan to Save an 8-million Pound Hotel From the Ocean

In ‘This Week in History,’ six train engines, 112 railcars, 24 railroad tracks, and a team of determined Americans work to save a grand hotel.
Bankruptcy, a Book, and the Friend Who Made Good on a Promise
American Essence| By
Jeff Minick

Bankruptcy, a Book, and the Friend Who Made Good on a Promise

In this episode of ‘When Character Counted,’ we meet the man who helped salvage the financial misfortunes of a dying American hero and provide for his widow.
Pranks, the Press, and 3 Presidents: Famous April Fools’ Jokes
History| By
Jeff Minick

Pranks, the Press, and 3 Presidents: Famous April Fools’ Jokes

From spaghetti trees to Sidd Finch, a playful look at April Fools’ Day’s most memorable hoaxes—and the fine art of pulling off a prank with humor and grace.
June Foray: The Woman of a Thousand Voices
American Essence| By
Dustin Bass

June Foray: The Woman of a Thousand Voices

In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ a girl developed her gift for creating voices, moved to Los Angeles, and became a voice acting icon.
Louisa May Alcott: America’s ‘Little Women’ Writer
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Tiffany Brannan

Louisa May Alcott: America’s ‘Little Women’ Writer

This 19th-century writer inspires and entertains readers with her noble portrayal of family life during the Civil War.
George Eastman: The Man Who Put Photography in the Hands of the World
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Brian D'Ambrosio

George Eastman: The Man Who Put Photography in the Hands of the World

He didn’t invent photography—he democratized it. George Eastman’s innovations transformed a complex craft into an everyday habit.
The Printing Press: How Modernity Began
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Leo Salvatore

The Printing Press: How Modernity Began

The German inventor’s gamble ended in financial disaster, but it changed the world forever.
James West and Gerhard Sessler: The Two Scientists Who Pioneered the Design of Modern-Day Microphones
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Trevor Phipps

James West and Gerhard Sessler: The Two Scientists Who Pioneered the Design of Modern-Day Microphones

How two physicists transformed bulky studio equipment into the small, low-cost microphones that power modern communication.
First Lady Taft and the Near-Disastrous Arrival of the Cherry Tree
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Dustin Bass

First Lady Taft and the Near-Disastrous Arrival of the Cherry Tree

In ‘This Week in History,’ Japanese officials resend cherry trees to America after narrowly avoiding a political and ecological disaster.