Best Tracy G Podcasts (2024)

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Iodized Salt 37:05

20m ago37:05

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People started adding iodine to salt because in some parts of the world serious, chronic iodine deficiency was incredibly widespread, which was causing a range of health issues. But how was that solution arrived at? Research: "Iodine." World of Chemistry, Gale, 2000. Gale In Context: Science, link.gale.com/apps/doc/CV2432500388/GPS?u=mlin_n_melpub&…

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Making Amends with Tom A 1:05:44

29m ago1:05:44

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S6E9 Tom shares his experience with Making Amends. Meeting Shrapnel discusses "I'm making living amends", "Everything happens for a reason" and "There are no coincidences in AA". If you have a question, comment or suggestion you can email Alcoholics Alive at freedom@alcoholicsalive.comBy Shank and Wayne

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The Unsolved Murder of Lynette White: A Timely Reminder To Believe Women 1:15:27

2h ago1:15:27

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This week Josie tells Mel about the tragic 1973 unsolved murder of Lynette White. **If you would like to skip the catch up chat, head straight to 15.40. Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podcasts EPISODE REFERENCES: 1800RESPECT is available for fre…

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Popcorn 41:14

19m ago41:14

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A lot of the stories that are told about popcorn in history – particularly in North America – are incorrect. Popcorn has been around for a very long time, though its rise to popularity as a snack has accelerated in recent years. Research: “Ancient Popcorn Discovered in Peru.” Smithsonian. Jan, 20, 2012. https://www.si.edu/newsdesk/releases/ancient-…

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SYMHC Classics: Jules Cotard and Cotard Syndrome 23:28

28m ago23:28

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This 2017 episode covers the work of Jules Cotard, the first psychiatrist to write about the cluster of symptoms that would come to be called Walking Corpse Syndrome. But his unfinished work was hotly debated among his colleagues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Strikes, Immigration and Weeds 30:55

28m ago30:55

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Tracy and Holly talk about the Disney animators' strike of 1941, Angel Island, and Tyrus Wong's Christmas cards. They also discuss the merits of dandelions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Special Episode: Plain Language Big Book Update 55:06

2h ago55:06

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Special Episode - Shank and Wayne discuss the approved Advisory Action from the 74th General Service Conference relating to the PLBB: The committee recommended that the draft manuscript “Plain Language Big Book: A Tool for Reading Alcoholics Anonymous” be approved with minor editorial changes to include: • Relocation of the “A.A. Steps Table” to co…

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Special Advice from 50 Cent, Melo Watching Kiyan Dominate, Luka-Kyrie Greatest Backcourt Ever & More 1:45:40

1d ago1:45:40

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Power Universe Star Michael Rainey Jr. stops by the couch in Red Hook to chop it up with Melo about getting life-changing advice from 50 Cent, Growing Up with Kiyan Anthony on the set of ‘Power’, and navigating the cut-throat business of Hollywood. Melo also shares his thoughts on watching Kiyan dominate EYBL this summer, the Mavs chances of winnin…

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Gertrude Jekyll's Artistic Gardens 42:19

7d ago42:19

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Gertrude Jekyll was born into a 19th-century English family of means, but her life took an unconventional path for a woman in her circumstances, and she became an iconic and legendary horticulturist. Research: Tooley, Michael. "Jekyll, Gertrude (1843–1932), artist and garden designer." Oxford Dictionary of National Biography. June 08, 2023. Oxford …

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Thank You For Sharing with Katie D 1:00:11

14m ago1:00:11

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S6E8 Katie shares her experience with "Thank you for sharing". Meeting Shrapnel discusses "You can only keep what you have by giving it away", "Act of Dog" and "I have a Sponsor who knows they are my Sponsor". If you have a question, comment or suggestion you can email Alcoholics Alive at freedom@alcoholicsalive.com…

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The Lithgow Panther (Mel’s Version): Is The Big Cat Real? 58:26

21m ago58:26

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This week Mel redoes an old Aussie Mystery Hour ep (Mel's Version) and dives even deeper into the mystery of the Lithgow Panther! **If you would like to skip the catch up chat, head straight to 15 mins! Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podcasts Se…

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The Art of Tyrus Wong 37:49

9d ago37:49

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Over the course of an extraordinarily long career, Tyrus Wong worked across a range of media in a whole collection of industries – animation, live-action film, commercial art, public art, greeting cards, and in his last years, kitemaking in his personal workshop. Research: Tom, Pamela, writer and director. “Tyrus.” PBS American Masters. 9/8/2017. h…

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SYMHC Classics: San Francisco 1906 - The Great Quake and Fires 32:54

30m ago32:54

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This 2019 episode covers the earthquake of April 18, 1906 that changed San Francisco forever. The earthquake and a series of fires devastated much of the city and had long-term ramifications. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Ships and Fences 25:39

28m ago25:39

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Tracy and Holly talk about the eerie similarities of the stories of the Andrea Doria and the Empress of Ireland. They also talk about Jacob Haish's poetry about barbed wire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Baron Davis on How Phil Jackson Ruined the Knicks, Mentoring a Teenage Melo, Knickstape Era & More 1:59:41

23m ago1:59:41

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Any time Melo can get a former teammate on the couch in Red Hook, you know some incredible stories will be told. Knickstape family Baron Davis stopped by 7PM in Brooklyn to share untold stories about meeting Melo at 15, Navigating ‘Linsanity', What Makes a Bad Organization, The evolution of the Point Guard position & much more. Tap In! Learn more a…

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The Frederick Escape: 10 Convicts Really Said ‘Let’s Get The F**k Outta Here’ 1:11:02

9d ago1:11:02

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This week Josie regales Mel with the incredible story of the 1834 Frederick Escape! **If you would like to skip the catch up chat, head straight to 21 mins! Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podcasts EPISODE REFERENCES: ABC Radio National program H…

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Joseph F. Glidden and the Contentious Invention of Barbed Wire 35:48

15d ago35:48

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Joseph Glidden is known as the father of barbed wire, but who actually invented it was a matter of disagreement. As a consequence, Glidden's invention was embroiled in legal battles for years. Research: “Barb Fence: Its Utility, Efficiency and Economy : a Book for the Farmer, the Gardener and the Country Gentleman.” Washburn & Moen Manufacturing Co…

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Into Action with Nick M. 52:55

34m ago52:55

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S6E7 Nick shares his experience with "Into Action". Meeting Shrapnel discusses "A member in good standing", "Grateful to be here, grateful to be sober", and "Suit up and show up". If you have a question, commment or suggestion you can email Alcoholics Alive at freedom@alcoholicsalive.comBy Shank and Wayne

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The SS Andrea Doria Rescue 38:16

18m ago38:16

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The SS Andrea Doria was a luxury cruise liner that sank after colliding with another ship in 1956. Most of the people who were on the Andrea Doria lived thanks to one of the biggest civilian maritime rescues in history. Research: Cooke, Anthony, editor. “Andrea Doria.” Italian Liners. https://www.italianliners.com/andrea-doria-en Carrothers, John C…

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SYMHC Classics: The Vanishing of Sister Aimee 32:50

2d ago32:50

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This 2014 episode covers Aimee Semple McPherson, an extraordinary figure in the early 20th-century religious landscape. As an evangelist, she rose to incredible popularity in the 1920s, and then vanished. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Sophia Stories 18:01

5d ago18:01

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Holly and Tracy talk about how to pronounce Sophia, and speculate about why Jex-Blake didn't pursue an education at New England Female Medical College. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Common Shares Untold Kanye West Stories, Getting Trash Talked by Michael Jordan, John Wick, & More 1:45:18

2h ago1:45:18

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Award-winning rapper and actor Common stopped by the couch in Red Hook to chop up with the guys about his illustrious career and share some untold stories. Like when he turned down classic beats from Kanye West, got a game from Denzel Washington, was trash-talked about his hoop game from Michael Jordan, and became a memorable villain in the John Wi…

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Sophia Jex-Blake and the Edinburgh Seven (Part 2) 37:07

21d ago37:07

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After studying with Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell in New York, Sophia Jex-Blake moved back to England when her father died. But her determination to get a medical education in the U.K. turned her into an education activist. Research: Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Sophia Louisa Jex-Blake". Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 Mar. 2024, https://www.br…

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Happy, Joyous & Free with Tracy 49:44

3h ago49:44

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S6E6 Tracy shares her experience with being Happy, Joyous and Free sober. Meeting Shrapnel discusses "Poor Me, Poor Me Pour Me another Drink", "If you want to hear God laugh, tell Him your Plan" and "FEAR - Fight Everyone and Relapse". Email questions, suggestion or comments to freedom@alcoholicsalive.com…

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Cyclone Tracy: The Terrifying Story Of Darwin’s Total Destruction 1:02:48

4d ago1:02:48

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This week Mel tells Josie all about the 1974 Darwin disaster of Cyclone Tracy, and the devastating effects it had on NT's capital city. **If you would like to skip the catch up chat, head straight to 14 mins! Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podca…

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Sophia Jex-Blake’s Early Education (Part One) 35:51

23d ago35:51

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Sophia Jex-Blake was a young English woman who initially pursued a career in teaching before she fell in love with medicine while visiting the U.S. Part one covers the early part of her life and education. Research: Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. "Sophia Louisa Jex-Blake." Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 Mar. 2024, https://www.britannica.com…

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SYMHC Classics: A Culinary History of Spam 28:10

37m ago28:10

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This 2014 episode covers the invention of the canned meat known as Spam. The Hormel Foods product was invented in the 1930s to make use of a surplus of shoulder meat from pigs, and was an instant hit in the U.S. and abroad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Mixed Bag of Bananas 31:16

37m ago31:16

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Holly and Tracy discuss George Heye using his senior thesis to drink beer and how his collection was almost purchased by Ross Perot. They also discuss Maria Orosa and the types of bananas used to make banana ketchup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Meeting Muhammad Ali, Lunch with Jay-Z, Melo Hooping Against Obama & More ft. G-Eazy 1:29:17

1h ago1:29:17

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Award-winning artist and avid hoops fan G-Eazy stopped by the couch in Red Hook to chop it up with the guys and share some stories. Melo shared gems about hooping with President Obama and meeting Muhammad Ali, while G-Eazy explains the lore behind “Lunch with Jay-Z.” Tap In! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Maria Y. Orosa & the Food of the Philippines 45:47

28d ago45:47

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Maria Ylagan Orosa was born in the Philippines, and she spent her life working to eliminate food insecurity there. She revived the use of locally available ingredients, and wrote recipes that are found in Filipino cuisine today. Research: "Maria Orosa." Encyclopedia of World Biography Online, Gale, 2023. Gale In Context: U.S. History, link.gale.com…

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Free on the Inside with Jeremy B 58:42

3d ago58:42

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S6E5 Jeremy shares his experience with being free while incarcerated. Meeting Shrapnel discusses "I'm allergic to alcohol - when I drink, I break out in handcuffs", "Stick with the winners", and "One more link in the chain". If you have a comment, question of suggestion you can email Alcoholics Alive at freedom@alcoholicsalive.com…

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Mark “Chopper” Read: Gangster, Compulsive Liar, Poo Enthusiast 1:20:19

3h ago1:20:19

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**If you would like to skip the catch up chat, head straight to 19 mins for Chopper! This week Josie tells Mel all about the ridiculous life of Mark Brandon 'Chopper' Read. Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podcasts EPISODE RESOURCES: The Guardian,…

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George Gustav Heye 43:43

11d ago43:43

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George Gustav Heye’s work in curating a collection of Native American artifacts has enabled many people to learn about indigenous cultures. But his colleting practices and relationship to those cultures are complicated. Research: “Blaming It on the Women.” The Cincinnati Post. June 7, 1913. https://www.newspapers.com/image/761237680/?match=1&terms=…

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SYMHC Classics: Horace Wells and the Gas War 29:38

2d ago29:38

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This 2012 episode from prior hosts Sarah and Deblina covers dentist Horace Wells. At an exhibition in 1844 he became certain that nitrous oxide could revolutionize medicine. He tried to demonstrate his findings, but things didn't go as planned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Bad Poetry 16:21

3d ago16:21

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Tracy and Holly discuss Sir Humphry Davy's less than spectacular poems, Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," and the end of Davy's career and life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Rudy Gay on Growing Up with Melo, Upsetting Tracy McGrady, Dealing w/ NBA Dysfunction & More 1:48:26

4d ago1:48:26

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Eighteen year NBA veteran and one of Melo’s closet friends Rudy Gay stopped by the couch in Red Hook and shared hilarious stories from his time in the NBA, like when Tracy McGrady took things personal and dropped 40 on him, growing up with Melo in Baltimore and dealing with dysfunction in Sacramento. Tap In! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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Tasman Bridge Disaster: a Fatal Error, a Famous Monaro & a Town Split In Two 46:20

5d ago46:20

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G'day mates! On today's ep, Josie tells Mel about the 1975 Tasman Bridge Disaster. Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Josephine Rozenberg-Clarke and Melissa Mason

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Sir Humphry Davy and the Miner’s Lamp (Part 2) 34:50

1M ago34:50

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Davy's career after his work in nitrous oxide included the invention of a miner's lamp designed to make mining safer. This invention came with a bit of controversy. Research: "Britons take laughing gas merrily. Tories take it more seriously." The Economist, 27 Sept. 2023, p. NA. Gale OneFile: Business, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A766770794/GPS?u=mlin_n…

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Young and Sober with Julia C 1:00:50

1M ago1:00:50

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S6E4 Julia shares her experience with being Young and Sober in AA. Meeting Shrapnel discusses "PUSH - Pray until something happens", "Whom I choose to call God" and "It works if you work it, work, work, work." If you have a question, comment or suggestion you can email Shank and Wayne at freedom@alcoholicsalive.com…

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Aussie Rules Footy: People With Tight Shorts On Run Around A Lot 39:02

7d ago39:02

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We’re back mates! On this very first ep of All Aussie Hour, Mel tells Josie all about the history of Aussie Rules Footy. Join the ALL AUSSIE HOUR Facebook group Follow All Aussie Hour on INSTAGRAM and TIKTOK Follow JOSIE and MEL on Instagram Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Sir Humphry Davy and Nitrous Oxide (Part 1) 37:58

1M ago37:58

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Chemist Sir Humphry Davy is known for his work with nitrous oxide, or laughing gas. That early part of his career is the focus of part one of this two-parter. Research: "Britons take laughing gas merrily. Tories take it more seriously." The Economist, 27 Sept. 2023, p. NA. Gale OneFile: Business, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A766770794/GPS?u=mlin_n_melpu…

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SYMHC Classics: S.S. Sultana 21:47

9d ago21:47

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This 2014 episode covers the Sultana, which sank the day after John Wilkes Booth was captured and killed for the murder of Abraham Lincoln So the maritime tragedy didn't make headline news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Behind the Scenes Minis: Extreme Wealth and Wild Research 29:19

22d ago29:19

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Holly and Tracy discuss Ward McAllister as the ultimate historical mean girl. They also talk about how people were reacting to the Blitz when it was happening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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