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Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by iHeartRadio.

2841 - SYMHC Classics: Year Without a Summer
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  • 2841 - SYMHC Classics: Year Without a Summer

    The 2015 episode covers a volcano eruption in Sumbawa, Indonesia in 1816, that combined with several other factors to create an unusual -- and catastrophic -- series of weather events. 

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    Sat, 25 Mar 2023
  • 2840 - Behind the Scenes Minis: Theater and Thrill Rides

    Holly and Tracy dig into the role of Augustin Daly's brother in his life, including a legal battle over Augustin's will. Then they talk about roller coaster experiences and the idea of fear as entertainment.

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    Fri, 24 Mar 2023
  • 2839 - Roller Coasters

    The French word for “roller coaster” is “montagnes russes” or “Russian mountains.” Since the origin of roller coasters, inventors have been improving the early designs that came from Russia to create astonishing amusement park thrill rides.

    Wed, 22 Mar 2023
  • 2838 - Augustin Daly

    Augustin Daly is often described as a foundational figure of the U.S. theater. He wrote, adapted, and produced dozens of plays in the 19th century, and he created a theater company that produced many stars of the New York stage.

    Mon, 20 Mar 2023
  • 2837 - SYMHC Classics: U.S.S. Akron

    This 2017 episode covers the loss of the U.S.S. Akron -- the biggest single tragedy in aviation history at the time that it happened. But unless you're an aviation or U.S. Navy history buff, you may not know much about this airborne aircraft carrier.

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    Sat, 18 Mar 2023
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