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Extraordinary Everyday: Kites
Published 1 month, 2 weeks ago
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Kites aren’t just toys—they’re one of the most influential inventions in the history of science. Sure, they look playful drifting across a windy sky, but the humble kite has quietly powered some of humanity’s biggest breakthroughs. From early experiments to world‑shaping discoveries, this lightweight frame of fabric and string has been a surprising engine of innovation.
Guest: John Murray, President, Australian Kite Flyers Society