This week back in 1926, a great American's high-flying career came to a sudden end. We toast to Bessie Coleman's life and legacy with a moonshine-based cocktail.
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The Hamburg Mule and the Hoax of the Century
This week back in 1983, a German magazine spent millions on what they thought were the genuine wartime diaries of Adolf Hitler. They were wrong.
A Priest and the ‘Polish Edison’ Battle over the Bulletproof Vest
Learn how a Chicago priest named Casimir Zeglen used silk to invent the modern armor... and how the crafty inventor Jan Szczepanik took all the credit.
The Eerie Day the Niagara Falls Went Dry
Around this time, back in the 19th century, one of the wonders of the natural world... became one of the creepiest.
Why You Shouldn’t Believe the Hype About the Whiskey Shortage
If you believe news stories that have been flying around for the last few months... the world's in the midst of a whiskey shortage. So to find out more, Rico spoke to Reid Mitenbuler, who recently wrote a book about the history of American whiskey. He's got a contrarian view of the so-called "shortage" and explains why.
Why George Ferris’ Wheel Wasn’t So Wonderful For Him
This week back in 1859, an engineer was born who delighted the world… but it didn't delight him back. Learn all about the triumph and tragedy of George Ferris and get a gilded drink to go with it.
Nellie Bly’s 72-Day Trailblazing Trip Around The World
This week back in 1890, one of the most famous journalists of the century returned from one of the most famous journeys of the century.
The Time Johnny Cash Went to Prison… to Perform
This week back in 1968, one of the greatest albums ever was recorded before a pretty unusual audience.
All About Ada Lovelace: The Enchantress of Numbers
Learn how the daughter of poet Lord Byron became a groundbreaking mathematician… and changed computers forever. Then celebrate her with a tangy twist on a Tom Collins.
Wine Fraud: A Primer on the World of Counterfeit Wine
Brendan talks to Christine Haughney, the investigative producer behind "Corkscrewed: The Art of Fake Wine." Learn all about how the fake wine industry has boomed in recent years and the real-life risks oenophiles face with high-end brands.