Interesting Things with JC #927: "Edmonia Lewis" a pioneering African American and Native American sculptor, defied conventions in 19th-century America with her groundbreaking artworks.

Interesting Things with JC #869: "Dantzig and the Unsolvable Math Problem - the true story of Good Will Hunting" delves into George Bernard Dantzig's accidental encounter at UC Berkeley, where he unknowingly tackled unsolved math problems on a blackboard. Recognizing their complexity, he transformed these challenges into the innovative simplex algorithm, revolutionizing linear programming and leaving an enduring legacy in mathematics.

Interesting Things with JC #857: "Walter Johnson" - Celebrating the remarkable career of 'The Big Train,' a baseball icon with a powerful fastball. From MVP awards to managerial roles, his enduring legacy echoes in the annals of sports history.

Interesting Things with JC #853: "The Feast of Saint Nicholas" - Dive into the inspiring life of Saint Nicholas, marked by compassion, miracles, and unwavering devotion. From aiding the needy to calming storms at sea, his legacy resonates with tales of faith and selflessness.

Interesting Things with JC #740: "Ritchie House - Tappahannock" - Immerse yourself in a narrative that unfolds within the brick walls of the historic Ritchie House in Tappahannock. Discover the fusion of ink and bricks, rebellion against British authority, and a legacy that echoes through time.

Interesting Things with JC #698: "Irony's Embrace - July 4th, 1826" - Delve into the profound tale of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, two icons of American history, whose shared destiny converged on July 4th, 1826. Explore the irony that unfolded on this momentous day, as these founding fathers bid farewell.

Interesting Things with JC #652: "Lawrence of Arabia" - Discover the man who changed the way we see the Middle East. T.E. Lawrence, aka "Lawrence of Arabia," died on this day in 1935. His vivid sensory descriptions in "The Seven Pillars of Wisdom" inspired generations.

Interesting Things with JC #373: "Watkins Glen" - Located at the southern extremity of Seneca Lake in New York's Finger Lakes region, has much more to offer than its nearly 75-year racing heritage.

Interesting Things with JC #241: “The Flying Scotsman” - Mr. Alan Pegler brought the "Flying Scotsman" with a train of three British passenger cars, to the United States in 1968, traveling from Coast to Coast as an exhibition to promote global British exports. The details of the trip would forever change Pegler, as the fate of the train was unknown at the time!