This week, as we are separated by social distancing and isolation, learn about two heroes who forged through similar circumstances to make a dent in the universe. Leonid Rogozov was a Russian doctor trapped in Antarctica with acute appendicitis; Patricia Young (see post) was just a teenager when her home city of London came under attack by the German Luftwaffe. Also covered: where penguins live, what “The Talented Mr. Ripley” is about (kind of…), why everyone keeps referring to these as “uncertain times,” and the strange disappearance of a celebrated author.

Next week, join us for what’s sure to be a fun time: Forgotten Heroes of Beer!

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