Interview: Mary Robinette Kowal on the 'Lady Astronaut' Duology

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SYMHC Classics: Paul Cuffe

This 2020 episode covers Paul Cuffe, who protested taxation, built wealth for himself in whaling, became a Quaker and used his fortune for the betterment of others. He also advocated creating a colony in Africa for of African ancestry to immigrate to.See omnystudio.com/listener f ...  Show more

Behind the Scenes Minis: This Monkey’s Gone to Heaven

Tracy talks about the events that happened in the gap between writing the latest Unearthed episode and recording it. Holly shares thoughts about art heists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

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