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How We Discovered Germs

Season 3 Episode 11
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How Did Pride Become a Parade?

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Why Do We Say "Latino"?

Why Do We Say "Latino"?

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The Racist Origins of U.S. Law

The Racist Origins of U.S. Law

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Why Do We Shake Hands?

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The Homophobic Origins of U.S. Law

The Homophobic Origins of U.S. Law

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History of Socialism in America

History of Socialism in America

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Why Do We Say "African American"?

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Why Do We Have Political Parties?

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Origin of Everything

6 Surprising Facts About the 19th Amendment

Season 3 Episode 10

2020 marks 100 years of National Suffrage for women in the United States! Today Danielle looks back on the long road to ratification for the 19th Amendment. She explains how the Seneca Falls Convention wasn't seen as important at the time and how some of the most famous suffragists of the time wrote a whole history book to ensure they were remembered.

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