All My Favorite People Are Dead

Sue is a dancer! Shannon is not. So this week, Sue tells us the story of early famous tap dancers: the Nicholas Brothers and Bill Robinson aka Bojangles. They faced discrimination but still came out on top as legendary dancers. 

Today, Sue tells us the story of the Stanley Cup and its creator, Lord Frederick Stanley. And Shannon learns a thing or two about Hockey! 

This week, Shannon talks about her new hero, Benson Lossing. He was a popular historian in the 19th century whose work is worth revisiting. 

This week, Sue talks about the inventor of the Chocolate Chip Cookie, Ruth Wakefield! She also talks about Wally Amos of Famous Amos!! Grab your milk, folks! 

Shannon visited the Green-Wood Cemetery this week and had the best time that she just had to share with everyone. 

This week, join us as Sue tells the story of the inspiration for Indiana Jones, Percy Fawcett! British geographer, artillery officer, cartographer/surveyor, archaeologist, and explorer of South America! 

This week, Shannon tells us the story of beloved actor and comedian John Candy. This is a special request Episode! What's your favorite John Candy role? 

This week, Sue tells us about the global world of ice trade and the king of Ice, Frederic Tudor! Ice Ice Baby! 

This week, we thought we would look at one of the best comedic actors of his day, Gene Wilder. 

Hey Breathers! This week, Sue tells us the story of the Jewish Patriots during the American Revolution! Happy 250th, America!