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Why are readers so passionate about the 1847 novel Wuthering Heights? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika walk us through the intriguing story that's become a cult classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No, we're not talking about the blue stuff in cocktails. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika take us on a journey to the island of Curaçao in the Caribbean Sea, which shares some history with Spanish, Portuguese, and Dutch explorers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taxonomy is the no-nonsense way of classifying all living things. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika break down biological classification, from kingdoms to species, and where humans fit in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With hit songs like "Livin' La Vida Loca," Ricky Martin has become one of the best-selling Latin musical artists of all time. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they trace Martin's journey from Puerto Rico to global stardom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Siberia is known as a cold and barren place, but does it live up to its name? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they take us on a journey to this enormous part of Russia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not many authors achieve the lasting influence that Oscar Wilde has. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into the great wit behind Wilde's works, which include the line, "Be yourself, as everyone else is already taken." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know there's a correlation between poverty and the spread of infectious disease? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika dive into one example -- malaria -- which has wreaked havoc throughout history to communities in tropical locations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's not to love about the capital of New Zealand? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they take us on a journey to this city with one of the highest ranked "quality of life" scores in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes Toni Morrison's writing great? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the life and career of this Pulitzer Prize and Nobel Prize winner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The story of the Panama Canal is long and complicated. Join Murray and Tamika in today's Flashcast as they dive into some of the history behind this feat of construction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why has the diamond intrigued people through the ages? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the history and mystique of this sparkling stone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Technology moves so fast these days, it's hard to keep up. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they reminisce about a simpler time, back when the iPod was introduced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While it only lasted under an hour, more than 500 people perished in the Anglo-Zanzibar War. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika describe what the conflict was all about and how colonialism was a major factor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might not recognize the names Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson, but you definitely know their songs. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the award-winning songwriting duo behind some of the most famous tunes recorded by Marvin Gaye, Tammi Terrell, Diana Ross, and Chaka Khan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People have been fascinated by the moon since the beginning of humankind. Join Murray and Tamika as they discuss some of the stories, myths, and cycles associated with the moon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How did Florence Nightingale change the nursing profession? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they dive into Nightingale's background and how she forever impacted the history of medical care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cake Doctor and Fremantle Doctor aren't people you go to when you're sick - they're types of winds. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the different ways that air can move, depending on geography. (Bonus: be sure to stick around for one of Tamika's jokes!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From The Weary Blues to Black Nativity, Langston Hughes wrote in such a way that the African American community saw themselves in his writings. Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss Hughes and his influence and reflection on American culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know about the highest point on Earth, Mt. Everest, but do you know about the lowest point? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore the Mariana Trench. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever heard of "eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth?" Or "innocent until proven guilty?" In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika explore the Code of Hammurabi from 3700 years ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's hotter than the Sun? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they explore a very common phenomenon here on Earth that's hotter than the surface of the Sun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For generations, students have been required to read Beowulf, or at least parts of it. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss why this story from 1,000 years ago is still being taught. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does the saying "geography is destiny" fit San Marino so well? Join Murray and Tamika for today's Flashcast as they discuss the little country you've probably never heard of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love lingo and language? In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss words that are their own opposites. You'll be surprised how many there are! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From America's Funniest Home Videos to YouTube, people love watching videos. In today's Flashcast, Murray and Tamika discuss the history behind YouTube and why the website receives billions of views everyday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.