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Send us Fan Mail Behind every great historical discovery is someone willing to dig through the records, follow the clues, and ask the questions that others might overlook. History isn’t made only by the people who appear in the textbooks; it is also brought to life by the researchers who uncover the evidence and help us understand what the past can tell us. In this bonus episode, Patrick introduces listeners to THTP team member Robyn Weir, known as “Researcher Robyn,” and explores the work an...
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