This Week in Business History

In this episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton picks up on the story of 3 legendary pioneers: Marie Curie, Alan Turing and Ed Bradley. Scott shares various aspects of their journey, to include three things about each individual that you may not know.

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In this episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton sheds like on 3 historical milestones that enabled us to move faster. He'll elaborate more on the Ford Motor Company, the UNIVAC and the Switchback Railway. Learn more about each of these topics - - as well as what it means to lead an "uncrated life" - - in this episode.

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 In this edition of This Week in Business History, guest host Kelly Barner remembers key innovations, inventions, and firsts that took place between June 7th and 13th, including the questionable career of Samuel Slater, the tricky first passing of the Panama Canal, and how the Post Office stopped the shipment of children through their national parcel service.

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In this episode, host Scott W. Luton delves into the story of Dr. Lillian Gilbreth, whom many refer to as "the Mother of Modern Management" and "America's First Lady of Engineering". Scott shares how she defied the societal norms of the day to not only earn advanced degrees & respect - - but also impact industry & management philosophy in ways that few in history have ever done.

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In this episode of This Week in Business History, your host Scott W. Luton dives into the business of Hollywood, in particular, the business of comedy. He learns a lot more about an individual that is fast becoming a true living legend: Tina Fey. She has famously created big name productions such as: "Mean Girls", "30 Rock" and "The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" - - but what else do you know about this incredibly talented actor, writer & comedian. Join Scott as he shares 9 Things You Didn't Know About Tina Fey - - including who is the only person allowed to call her "Betty".

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In this edition of This Week in Business History, guest host Kelly Barner remembers key innovations, inventions, and firsts that took place between May 10th and 14th, including the rise of Warren Buffet as the “Oracle” of investment, the completion of the transcontinental railroad, the invention of the tubeless tire, and some interesting business birthdays.

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In this episode of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton explores the genesis of The Clorox Company. From early entrepreneurial struggles to international expansion, innovation & growth, you might be surprised at a few steps & stories along the way.

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In this episode of This Week in Business History, special guest host Nick Roemer with Cibus21 walks us through the history of the COP: the conference of parties, as well as key milestones in actions to address sustainability. Nick also mixes in a few pop culture, sports & technology historical references, while he walks us through these critical milestones to address climate change.

A native of Dundee, Scotland, Nick Roemer is a regular participant of Supply Chain Now livestreams. He also is a member of the Cibus21 leadership team, where he serves as CEO and CMO.

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In this edition of This Week in Business History, host Scott W. Luton dives into an what has become the subject of fascination globally here recently: the Suez Canal. Do you know the history of this modern engineering marvel? Scott shares 10 things that you may not know about the Suez Canal in this episode.

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In this edition of This Week in Business History, guest host Kelly Barner remembers key innovations, inventions, and firsts that took place between April 12th and the 16th, including Metallica’s legal stand against Napster, the relative advantages and costs of the Pony Express and postage stamps, and two ‘Titanic’ operations – the RMS Titanic and McDonald’s, Inc.

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