Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Networks:
Autio
Description:
Scientists, environmental advocates, military innovators, community organizers, and trailblazers connected to the Washington, D.C. region are revealed through the lives of individuals who expanded knowledge, service, and opportunity.
Language:
English
Shirley Ann
1/4/2026
First African American Woman to Earn a Doctorate at MIT. Narrated by Machelle Williams.
Duration:00:04:00
Chander Payne
1/4/2026
He founded Urban Beet to grow fresh food for underserved people and to help cool urban areas. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:03:39
The Arlington Ladies
1/4/2026
A special group determined to ensure no family member of the armed forces is buried alone at Arlington National Cemetery. Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:02:59
John S. Mosby’s Hidden Treasure
1/4/2026
The treasure of the Grey Ghost is still buried somewhere in the countryside. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:02:44
Rachel Carson
1/4/2026
Marine Biologist who advanced the global environmental movement. Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:03:08
Grace Hopper
1/4/2026
The computer science pioneer and U.S. Navy rear admiral who coined the term “computer bug.” Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:02:58