The Monster Study (aka Tudor Study) is an unethical psychology experiment that was conducted in 1939 on 22 orphans in Davenport, Iowa. The goal was to a test the theory that by deeply worrying about starting to stutter, one may develop the speech disorder. Mary Tudor, a graduate student attempted to induce stuttering – to create the behavior – in fluent speakers.
Today you’ll hear the history of Donuts, learn how to describe a good and a bad one and the story of how this sweet treat became a favorite in the United States.
In this episode of the American English Podcast, you’ll learn all about Rosa Parks and The Freedom Movement.
In this episode about American Culture and History, you’ll learn all about the Blue People of Kentucky, aka the Blue Fugates.
If you haven’t heard the survival story of Aron Ralston you’re in for a ride. In this episode, you’ll also learn about Canyonlands in Utah.
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In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to use the expression THE COAST IS CLEAR and all about how three men escaped ALCATRAZ, what was once the most secure prison in the world.
The Milgram Experiment sheds light on a dark side of human nature and our willingness to blindly obey when given orders by authority.
Americans love Cinco de Mayo, yet many people are unaware of why it is celebrated. In today’s lesson, you’ll learn the history of it and how it’s celebrated across the U.S..
In this Intermediate English Episode, you’ll learn all about Tornadoes in the U.S., how they affect different states and the people in them.
The Liberty Bell is a symbol of freedom; you’ll see it on U.S. stamps, on our money and elsewhere. Learn all about it in today’s episode.
There’s nothing more famous in Alaska than the Great Iditarod Dogsledding Race and in this episode you’ll learn all about it.