The Mysterious Hope Diamond, Pt. 1
The Hope Diamond has traveled across continents, been stolen in revolutions, and was even the signature accessory of a wealthy heiress for nearly four decades. [Read more]
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The downfall of Mary, Queen of Scots and a British civil rights struggle
Linda Porter explores the Scottish queen’s turbulent life, while Paul Stephenson recounts his experiences as a leader of the 1963 Bristol Bus Boycott. Rob Attar presents
Shark Week Special
What kind of senses do sharks have? How can technology help prevent shark attacks? What sort of tech gives people shark senses? Learn more about [Read more]
The Flannan Isles Disappearance
The Flannan Islands have been rumored for centuries to be haunted or have some supernatural darkness. In 1900, three men vanished from the lighthouse on [Read more]
Hypatia of Alexandria
Hypatia was one of the earliest female mathematicians and astronomers — though she wasn’t the very first, she was among the greatest. At the time [Read more]
Where Electronics Go When They Die
Why are electronics difficult to recycle? Why is it important to recycle responsibly? What are some of the dangerous materials in electronics? Learn more about [Read more]
Early Christianity in England and Douglas Hurd on Disraeli
Historian Sarah Foot explores the rise of Christianity in England, while former home secretary Douglas Hurd discusses his new book about Benjamin Disraeli. Matt Elton presents
PRISM Part Two
What is PRISM? What does the PRISM program cover? Which corporations are participating in PRISM? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for [Read more]
Charley Parkhurst, One-eyed Whip
Charley Parkhurst was a stagecoach whip who spent almost 20 years handling teams of horses over treacherous terrain at high speeds. After his death in [Read more]
PRISM Part One
What is the NSA? What laws and practices preceded PRISM? What is FISA? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.