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Sketches in History | The Secret at Teapot Dome

Welcome back to Sketches in History! This segment, just for kids, shows that history isn't just a story, it's an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life.In this episode, Lottie finds a mysterious bottle ...  Show more

What the Medium Made | How Every New Technology Reshaped the American Presidency

Every president wants to speak directly to the American people. This has looked different in every era, with the technology helping to shape the man, and most importantly, the perception of the man.In this episode, we trace how the microphone, the television camera, and everythin ...  Show more

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