Mother’s Day Mayhem

April 25, 1859. About 150 people have gathered on the shores of Lake Manzala in Egypt. And one of them, a mustachioed, retired French diplomat, steps forward. He raises his pickaxe and strikes a ceremonial blow. The audacious goal is to cut through the desert to connect the Medit ...  Afficher plus

April 20th, 2004. A quiet suburban development outside Seattle. Brand-new homes. Fresh lawns not yet grown in. Then, in the middle of the night—sirens. Flames ripping through two houses. Investigators quickly find the cause: homemade incendiary devices. And a message, left behind ...  Afficher plus

Anna Marie Jarvis wanted a national holiday to honor the dedication and sacrifice of America's mothers. She wasn't the first person to propose a Mother's Day - but her campaign caught the imagination of the people and the ears of the politicians. Congress officially recognised Ja ...  Afficher plus

Anna Jarvis would absolutely hate what Mother's Day has become. 

This week the mom's celebrate Mother's Day. What's their favorite Mother's Day memories and how do they celebrate when their families are scattered? Tune in to find out!This episode is sponsored by:MathnasiumApostrophe -promo code: bmssBe sure to follow Because Mom Said So on Ins ...  Afficher plus

Continuing our grand tradition of being a bit late to things, we celebrate Mother's Day with an exploration of the multiple women -- activists, poets, and heroes -- responsible for creating a tradition that continues across the world in the modern day. Bonus points if you call yo ...  Afficher plus