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The Unsung Heroes Podcast
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Join long-time friends Jonny, Daniel, James, and Samuel as they set out to leave no hero unsung. Every two weeks, they discuss a hero from history who deserves more credit in their field, whether it's science, war, medicine, or just being a marvelous dude. But the journey doesn’t end there. Our hosts never walk away without singing a song about each hero, so that no hero is left unsung.
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Ep 24 - Sidney Reilly: The Real-Life James Bond - Season 1 Finale! | Unsung Heroes
Jun 22, 202000:56:34Tap to summarizeWe picked a good one for the finale of season one! Sidney Reilly is known as the "Ace of Spies," traveling the world and spying for 4 different world powers. Listen as we discuss the insane life of the man who inspired the James Bond series!
Transcribe →Ep 23 - Zheng He: Trader and Commander | Unsung Heroes
Jun 15, 202000:38:01Tap to summarizeZheng He had a very tough early life, yet somehow ended up as the commander of a fleet and the head trader for the king of China!
Transcribe →Ep 22 - Rachel Carson: Marine Biologist Extraordinaire | Unsung Heroes
Jun 8, 202000:29:05Tap to summarizeRachel Carson is the perfect example of how being a good communicator can help in any field, especially saving the environment!
Transcribe →Ep 21 - Flavius Belisarius: The Last Great Roman General | Unsung Heroes
Jun 1, 202000:49:56Tap to summarizeThis week we discuss Flavius Belisarius, the Roman general who endured accusation after accusation, yet remained loyal to the Emperor.
Transcribe →Ep 20 - Stagecoach Mary: Delivering the Mail, Rain or Shine | Unsung Heroes
May 25, 202000:22:12Tap to summarizeToday we talk about Stagecoach Mary, the first female African American US mail carrier!
Transcribe →Ep 19 - Joshua Norton: The Emperor of the United States | Unsung Heroes
May 18, 202000:35:40Tap to summarizeThis week we learn about Joshua Abraham Norton, the first and only emperor of the United States!
Transcribe →Ep 18 - Menelik II: The Most Charismatic Emperor Ever | Unsung Heroes
May 11, 202000:30:10Tap to summarizeOnly one man can unite the people of Ethiopia and fight off the Italian invasion: Menelik II!
Transcribe →Ep 17 - Willis Carrier: Keeping It Cool | Unsung Heroes
May 4, 202000:29:06Tap to summarizeThis episode we learn about Willis Carrier, the man who invented the modern A/C unit.
Transcribe →Ep 16 - Agustina de Aragon: The Spanish Joan of Arc | Unsung Heroes
Apr 27, 202000:28:04Tap to summarizeDuring the time of Napoleon Bonaparte, one brave Spanish maiden is willing to risk her life for her town. Listen to how Agustina de Aragon saved the day!
Transcribe →Ep 15 - Eunice Carter: Taking Down the Mob, Noir Style | Unsung Heroes
Apr 20, 202000:29:57Tap to summarizeThe boys talk about Eunice Carter, the first female African-American prosecutor in the US. Learn how she took down the infamous mob boss "Lucky" Luciano!
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