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Mysteries Unearthed with Danny Trejo: Sacred Discoveries
How Big League Chew Revolutionized the Candy Industry
From its bullpen origins to becoming a cultural icon, find out how shredded bubble gum candy changed the industry.
The First Coast-to-Coast Airmail
In 1921, former army pilot Jack Knight was part of a relay team testing cross-country mail delivery for the first time—a perilous journey that would change the way Americans could communicate.
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Your Birthday in History: July 24th
Find out some birthday facts for July 24 when people play two truths and a lie.
Inside the Search for the Ancient City of Troy
Was the legendary city of Troy just a myth, or was there truth behind Homer's epic tale?
Holy Marvels with Dennis Quaid: Hidden Codes
The Birth of CGI in Movies
In 1972, CGI began with a digital hand and soon reshaped Hollywood. From Westworld's robot vision to Tron's virtual worlds, CGI transformed how stories looked and felt, culminating in a new era where digital effects became the language of modern cinema.
Why Leonardo da Vinci Clashed with the Church
Explore why Leonardo da Vinci's ideas and unconventional approach to knowledge sometimes brought him into tension with the church.
The Origins of the Minotaur
Explore the origins, mythology and lasting legacy of one of ancient Greece's most famous monsters.
The Most Popular Hairstyles In Every Decade
Get some inspiration for your next trip to the stylist as we countdown the top hairstyles of the last 100 years, from the Bob to the Man Bun, in this episode of History by the Decade.
