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Why Do We Say "Latino"?

Why Do We Say "Latino"?

Season 3 Episode 14
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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?

Why Do We Shake Hands?

Season 3 Episode 16
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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

Season 3 Episode 18
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Why Do We Say "African American"?

Why Do We Say "African American"?

Season 3 Episode 19
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Why Do We Have Political Parties?

Why Do We Have Political Parties?

Season 3 Episode 21
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Evolution of Law Enforcement

Evolution of Law Enforcement

Season 3 Episode 23
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The History of Reparations

The History of Reparations

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Did Europeans Enslave Native Americans?

Did Europeans Enslave Native Americans?

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Origin of Everything

How Did Pride Become a Parade?

Season 3 Episode 13

June is Pride Month and if not for coronavirus streets around the world would be filled with the LGBTQIA Community living loud and proud. But how did the New York City Stonewall Riots turn into a month-long celebration? And specifically, how did we get from picketed protests like the Annual Reminder in Philadelphia to massive parades and parties around the world?

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How Did Edison Invent Christmas Lights?
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8:39
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8:00
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6:46
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7:23
Why was it illegal for women to wear men’s clothing and for men to wear women’s clothing?
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11:11
How did money come to be such a driving force of modern life?
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