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Annie Smith Peck: Record-Breaking Mountaineer
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Annie Smith Peck: Record-Breaking Mountaineer
She was a record-breaking mountaineer, educator and suffragist.
Anna May Wong: The first Asian American Movie Star
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Anna May Wong: The first Asian American Movie Star
Anna May Wong spent her acting career resisting racism and typecasting in Hollywood.
Maggie Lena Walker: Civil Rights Activist and Entrepreneur
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Maggie Lena Walker: Civil Rights Activist and Entrepreneur
Maggie Lena Walker was the first African-American woman bank founder and president.
Jacques Pépin Makes Tomato Toasts
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Jacques Pépin Makes Tomato Toasts
This recipe for tomato toasts with olives is inspired by Pépin's time in Spain.
Herbie Hancock on jazz and Quincy Jones' influence
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Herbie Hancock on jazz and Quincy Jones' influence
Herbie Hancock discusses the producer's career and influence in the music industry.
Grace Abbott: Social Work Pioneer
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Grace Abbott: Social Work Pioneer
Grace Abbott spent her life fighting for the rights of women, children and immigrants.
The First Woman to Lead Arctic Expeditions
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The First Woman to Lead Arctic Expeditions
Louise Arner Boyd was the first American woman to lead arctic expeditions.
Jeannette Rankin: The First Woman Member of U.S. Congress
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Jeannette Rankin: The First Woman Member of U.S. Congress
Jeannette Rankin made history as the first woman elected to the U.S. Congress.
She was a Daredevil Performer & Advocate for the Blind
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She was a Daredevil Performer & Advocate for the Blind
Sonora Webster Carver (1904-2003) was one of the most famous horse divers in the world.
Patti Smith on Lou Reed and rock and roll
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Patti Smith on Lou Reed and rock and roll
Patti Smith shares her thoughts on Lou Reed and the 70s rock and roll scene.
Laura Linney on mastering acting at Juilliard
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Laura Linney on mastering acting at Juilliard
Laura Linney discusses her time at Juilliard and how it helped shape her as an actor.
Dionne Warwick on Lena Horne and her musical influences
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Dionne Warwick on Lena Horne and her musical influences
Dionne Warwick discusses Lena Horne and her other musical influences.
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