In ancient Rome, don’t even think about spouting philosophy without the right kind of beard
A castle built by the Moors, taken by the Vikings, and conquered by the King of Portugal
“The House of the Rising Sun” predates New Orleans, it begins with 16th century bawdy houses fatal to young men
The chief justice at Salem witch trials accepted “spectral evidence.” Nine hangings later, he didn’t regret it
“Green Eggs and Ham” and the bet Dr. Seuss won that he couldn’t write a book of 50 words
Paul Newman almost died in action and other iconic Hollywood stars who served during WW2
Jack Foley: The artist who brought natural sound into motion pictures
Thousands of witch doctors registered in Tanzania, where witchcraft is a part of everyday life
From Fireside Chats to ‘War of the Worlds,’ the early days of radio
The ancient desert oasis of Petra was rediscovered after being abandoned 1,500 years ago
