Biography: Sir Francis Drake

Jacqui Rossi talks about philosopher Sir Francis Bacon's life, his rivalry with King Phillip, and the conspiracy theories surrounding him.

Jacqui Rossi tells the story of Ray Bradbury's encounter with a magician that inspired him to start writing.

Jacqui Rossi talks about George Orwell's life in Burma, England, and Scotland.

Jacqui Rossi talks about Plato's life, philosophy, and legacy.

Jacqui Rossi talks about John Dalton's discoveries of the atom and color blindness.

Jacqui Rossi talks about English writer Mary Wollstonecraft's life, works, and progressive thoughts on educating young women.

Jacqui Rossi explores the life of Mary McLeod Bethune and her devotion to the education and advancement of African Americans.

Jacqui Rossi talks about the life and achievements of Sir J.J. Thomson – the English scientist who discovered the electron.

Jacqui Rossi talks about the short life of Henrietta Lacks and her unintentional but substantive contributions to medicine.