Most people today recognize Benjamin Franklin as the face on the American one hundred dollar bill, but there was much more to him than a portrait on currency. Born in Boston in 1706, he rose from humble beginnings to become one of the preeminent politicians, revolutionary figures as well as minds of his day. What did he do before his foray into early American politics? What contributions did he make to the various arts and sciences? And how did the things he championed and created continue to affect us? Tune in to this week's episode to learn more!