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The Lost City Of Cahokia

Cahokia is one of America's greatest mysteries. Who were the people who called this city home? And what led to its fall? Join us as we uncover secrets from the lost city of Cahokia.
September 9, 2024 Peter Kinney

The World’s Most Expensive Paintings

From the Mona Lisa to Guernica, great paintings exercise a hold on our imagination and sense of wonderment. But have you ever wondered about their cost? And which ones are the most expensive? Let's find out.
September 3, 2024 Julian Karas
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The Greatest Swordsmen In History

As an object, the sword has transcended its simple form, becoming a cultural artifact. And yet, a blade is only as capable as the one who wields it. With a sword in their grasp, the men and women on this list achieved greatness.
September 3, 2024 Kyle Carney

The Discovery (And Contents) Of King Tut's Tomb

The discovery of King Tut's tomb showed us what a royal Egyptian burial was really like—and sparked rumors of a deadly ancient curse.
August 28, 2024 Andie Mack

Child Prodigies

Child prodigies continue to fascinate people with their incredible proficiency and talents. Let’s take a few minutes to marvel at some of the greatest child prodigies from history.
August 23, 2024 Julian Karas
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Elliott Smith's Shocking Oscar Nomination

Since his tragic death, Elliott Smith has become an indie music legend—but sadly, he was never really cut out for fame.
August 22, 2024 Sarah Ng

The Lost City Of Cahokia

Cahokia is one of America's greatest mysteries. Who were the people who called this city home? And what led to its fall? Join us as we uncover secrets from the lost city of Cahokia.
September 9, 2024 Peter Kinney
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Life In Elizabethan England

From 1558–1603 Elizabeth I wielded the scepter over England and Ireland. After many years of conflict, her reign was one of relative peace. A determined redhead like her father, she often referred to herself as the “Lion’s Cub”.
September 3, 2024 Jennifer McDougall

Forget Columbus—This Man Was The First European To Reach North America

Before Christopher Columbus even thought to enter the picture, a little-regarded adventurer became the first European to reach North America. This is remarkable untold story.
August 21, 2024 Reid Kerr-Keller

The Origin Of Each State's Name

What's in a name? Let's explore the origins of each state's name, while many are derived from names given to them by the Indigenous Peoples, some state names may surprise you.
August 20, 2024 Jack Hawkins

The World’s Most Expensive Paintings

From the Mona Lisa to Guernica, great paintings exercise a hold on our imagination and sense of wonderment. But have you ever wondered about their cost? And which ones are the most expensive? Let's find out.
September 3, 2024 Julian Karas

The Craziest Moments In Military History

War stories can be harrowing, terrifying, deeply moving, and terribly sad. They can also be quite strange or funny. Let’s take a look at some of the more peculiar stories to come out of US military history.
September 3, 2024 Mark Schilling

The Bloody History Of The Bastille

You may have heard of Bastille Day, or the Storming of the Bastille. But how much do you really know about the history of the Bastille?
September 3, 2024 Mark Schilling
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Phil Tippett: Master Of An Extinct Art Form

Even if you haven’t heard of Phil Tippet, you’ve almost definitely seen his work. The Imperial Walkers in The Empire Strikes Back. ED-209 from Robocop. The dinosaurs in Jurassic Park. Before the days of CGI, if you wanted the best visual effects, you went to Phil Tippett.
August 22, 2024 Jamie Hayes