Discover the surprising history behind the Ferris Wheel with Emily Isbell in this Betcha Didn’t Know! Learn how a humble carnival ride stole the spotlight at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, surpassing the thrill provided by the Eiffel Tower at the previous World’s Fair. From initial skepticism to ultimate triumph, follow George Washington Gale Ferris Jr.’s incredible journey as he revolutionized fair attractions. And learn how his invention lives on today, with even grander Ferris wheels around the world!
The Bet
A banker and a lawyer make a wager…would you spend 15 years in solitary confinement for two-million dollars in 1870 (nearly $50 million today)? Read...
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To All The Poets I Have Known
I am a debtor. My life as a writer/lyricist has been infused with the generous gifts of others—some I’ve known intimately, some I’ve walked with for...
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Leslie Anne is in her kitchen today. Spend a moment with her discussing a good way and a bad way to deal with stress.
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