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It's hard to think of a Hollywood movie that has had a larger social impact than Schindler's List. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss Steven Spielberg's award-winning 1993 film. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How did the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings become such an influential writer? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss J. R. R. Tolkien and his upbringing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Murray and Tamika for today's journey to Costa Rica! We'll learn about the Central American country's architecture, geographical features, and, of course, food. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Here's Johnny!" Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore Stanley Kubrick's movie The Shining. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You probably use it everyday, but how much do you know about the history of email? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika walk us through how electronic mail became so popular. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The logo on Olympic flag is one of the most recognizable symbols in the world. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into the story behind the five Olympic rings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we have a special guest! Dan Sheehy, Interim Director of the Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, joins Murray and Tamika to discuss Santiago, Chile, where he used to live. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Get ready to get hungry! In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the history behind that delicious sandwich known as the Reuben. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Get ready to get hungry! In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the history behind that delicious sandwich known as the Reuben. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We love revisiting Aesop's Fables. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the Crow and the Pitcher and the moral(s) of the story. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika are our tour guides to the East African country of Tanzania, home to Mount Kilimanjaro and some of the world's most fascinating wildlife. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What's the story behind the Rocky movies? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into the inspiration for Sylvester Stallone's story about Rocky Balboa. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Alchemist is one of those books that you want to read more than once. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the writing of influential Brazilian author Paulo Coelho. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We know volcanos can be destructive, but do you know the story about Mount Tambora? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the most powerful volcanic eruption in recorded history. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they take us on a journey to the South American country of Suriname. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

He's best known to younger audiences as playing the owner of Jurassic Park, but Richard Attenborough gave us so much more. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the actor and director's illustrious career. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Those Nike shoes aren't just shoes. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the history of Air Jordans and their wide-reaching impact. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Call me Ishamel." In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika walk us through the reasons why Herman Melville's book Moby Dick has stood the test of time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

No, we're not talking about the insect cicada. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the "master clock" of humans. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pack your bags -- we're going on a journey to Kenya's capital city! Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they take us on a tour of Nairobi. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 2018 movie Black Panther had a huge effect on American culture. Join Murray and Tamika as they discuss the movie's impact. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What does a herpetologist do, and why? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the life of people who study reptiles and amphibians. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Franz Kafka's writing was influenced by the turmoil of the early 20th century. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into what makes Kafka's works feel like timeless stories. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You may know about Mount Everest and K2, but do you know about the highest mountain *outside* of Asia? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss all you need to know about Mount Aconcagua. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fewer than 50 years ago, canola oil wasn't a thing. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika give us the history behind this popular ingredient. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

While it usually goes away after brushing, sometimes bad breath can be a sign of something more serious. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explain what can cause halitosis. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Known to English speakers as Lake Geneva, Lac Léman is an incredibly beautiful place. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they describe the scenery, food, and music found in the region. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What makes the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy so popular? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on Douglas Adams' comedic sci-fi adventure. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What makes the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy so popular? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on Douglas Adams' comedic sci-fi adventure. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What's the most expensive spice in the world? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on a discovery of saffron. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Think you know about giraffes? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss all the cool facts about the tallest mammal in the world. (And be sure to stick around for one of Tamika's jokes!) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us back to science class, with easy-to-understand explanations of mass, weight, and gravity, and what it all means in outer space. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There are all sorts of medical terms for sensations we experience when we eat. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore complicated phrases for runny noses, brain freeze, and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Pack your (virtual) bags, because we're going on a journey to the UK today! With Murray and Tamika as your tour guides, you'll get a fun overview of the highlights. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

True story: Jonathan Swift saved Murray's life. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the author's brilliance and his timeless novel Gulliver's Travels. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Did you know mountains can affect how clouds form, changing the surrounding landscape? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explain the rain shadow effect. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Did you know the Mona Lisa wasn't always world-famous? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the history of the Mona Lisa heist of 1911, which led to the painting's popularity. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The colors and shapes of street signs have changed over the years. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika give us the history behind stop signs and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Congo River is massive. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on a journey along the deepest river in the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What's the story behind To Kill a Mockingbird? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss Harper Lee's classic novel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Remember The Yellow Pages and The White Pages? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us back in time to tell the story of the first-ever telephone directory. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 1982 deadly conflict in the Falkland Islands actually started 200 years ago. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into the history for us and explain what the undeclared war was all about. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's been 8 years since NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover celebrated its first birthday on Mars. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss this $2 billion space vehicle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Did you know Murray once worked with the circus? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss life with wire walkers, clowns, and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An ogre with a Scottish accent, a talking donkey, and jokes for adults? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the award-winning animated film Shrek. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Who were the Beatles before they were, well, the Beatles? Washington, DC-based composer and Beatles scholar Joel Phillip Friedman joins Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast to tell us more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How does the Swatch watch differ from other watches? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss this throwback to the 1980s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Astronauts today have more food and beverage options than John Glenn did in his day. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore astronaut food. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Why is The Little Prince one of those books that you just can't put down? Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they discuss one of the most popular stories written in the 20th century. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

President John F. Kennedy loved his rocking chair. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the Kennedy Effect on the popularity of rockers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana was watched on television by an estimated 750 million people worldwide. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the big day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.