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Shut Up, I'm Busy: The Titanic Hero Nobody Talks About
The Untold Story of Jack Phillips
Apr 10 • Beth Collier
What's the story behind the Cadbury Creme Egg?
And how do you eat yours?
Apr 3 • Beth Collier
The Woman Who Made Van Gogh Famous
She is why we know the artist Vincent van Gogh
Mar 27 • Beth Collier
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Who was Molly Malone – and why are people grabbing her boobs?
Jun 17, 2022 • Beth Collier
The Woman Behind the Most Famous Logo in the World
Mar 12, 2021 • Beth Collier
What is 99 Luftballoons talking about?
Sep 30, 2022 • Beth Collier
How E.T. Saved Reese's Pieces
Apr 19, 2024 • Beth Collier
Great Quote. But Who Really Said It?
Sep 29, 2023 • Beth Collier
The Graduation Speech More Powerful Than SPF 50
May 12, 2023 • Beth Collier
The “Ordinary Housewife” from Ireland Who Did Extraordinary Things for Peace
Susan McHugh's passion and tenacity changed the world
Mar 20 • Beth Collier
What's the Story Behind March Madness?
It's the most wonderful time of the year!
Mar 13 • Beth Collier
The Woman Behind the Most Famous Logo in the World
You may not know her name - but you know her work
Mar 6 • Beth Collier
School's Out ...for the Rodeo!
Spills, thrills, and Wild West Entertainment
Feb 27 • Beth Collier
Where is The Oldest Pancake Race in the World?
It's time for a Curious Minds field trip!
Feb 20 • Beth Collier
What are Vinegar Valentines?
(Please don't send me one)
Feb 13 • Beth Collier
What did Van Halen have against brown M&M's?
Rock star excess... or something else?
Feb 6 • Beth Collier
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