SYMHC Classics: Endlings

SYMHC Classics: Endlings

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SYMHC Classics: Mancini Sisters

This 2022 episode covers Hortense and Marie Mancini, who tried to make a place for themselves in 17th-century Europe, defying all kinds of conventions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Behind the Scenes Minis: The Apostrophe and the Rich Guy

Tracy talks about a book that she didn't use for research on Viola Roseboro'. Holly talks about how wealth inequality has shaped science history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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