Episode Details

On April 24, 1990, the Space Shuttle Discovery roared into orbit from the Kennedy Space Center, carrying a cargo that would forever alter our perspective on the cosmos: the Hubble Space Telescope. Designed to orbit 340 miles above the Earth and travel at a staggering 17,000 miles per hour, Hubble was the result of two decades of planning and a $1.55 billion investment. In addition to this astronomical milestone, today celebrates the birthdays of legendary figures across music and film. We look at the life and career of Barbra Streisand, the only artist to achieve a competitive EGOT and sell over 150 million records, alongside the pioneering career of Djimon Hounsou and the modern pop legacy of Kelly Clarkson. Finally, we wrap up with a look at a uniquely American food holiday that celebrates the classic snack of sausages wrapped in pastry.

Topics Covered

• 🔭 The deployment of the Hubble Space Telescope and its mission to capture deep-space imagery.
• 🎭 The incredible career and record-breaking achievements of the legendary Barbra Streisand.
• 🎥 The rise of Djimon Hounsou from a groundbreaking male model to a celebrated Oscar-nominated actor.
• 🎤 The enduring influence of Kelly Clarkson, from the first winner of American Idol to a global pop star.
• 🌭 A lighthearted look at National Pigs-in-a-Blanket Day and its place in American snacking culture.

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• (00:10) - Introduction
• (01:06) - Hubble's Eyes on the Universe
• (01:26) - Celebrating Cultural Icons
• (04:53) - A Savory Tradition