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"An insightful and informative meander through the evolution of dinosaurs and other extinct species, with a touch of personal flair.”—Steve Brusatte, professor and paleontologist at the University of Edinburgh and New York Times bestselling author of The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs An...

As tantilizing new evidence mounts, Hartigan and her fellow investigators descend deeper into a world of conspiracy and obsession. Through its irresistible characters and prodigious research, Lost reveals not just why we remember Amelia Earhart as a trailblazer and adventurer, but why unsolved mysteries keep us forever searching for answers.

In Four Lost Cities, acclaimed science journalist Annalee Newitz takes listeners on an entertaining and mind-bending adventure into the deep history of urban life. Investigating across the centuries and around the world, Newitz explores the rise and fall of four ancient cities, each the center of a sophisticated civilization: the Neolithic site of Çatalhöyük in Central Turkey, the Roman vacation town of Pompeii in Italy, the medieval megacity of Angkor in Cambodia, and the indigenous metropolis Cahokia, which stood beside the Mississippi River where East St. Louis is today. 

Master the invisible social algorithms and hidden natural systems shaping human behavior to reclaim your mental freedom. Perfect for a thought-provoking morning commute or a reflective evening walk, this mind-expanding exploration transforms how you perceive everyday reality. Turn mundane...

Plunge into a haunting maritime history where sunken shipwrecks and doomed voyages expose lost historical mysteries. Perfect for your daily commute or late-night armchair exploration, this atmospheric journey transforms the treacherous ocean floor into a suspenseful archive of human triumph and...

Uncover the lost engineering genius of ancient history holding the secret to sustainable modern construction. Perfect for an awe-inspiring daily commute, this fascinating historical deep dive explores how a seemingly unglamorous material quietly shaped empires. While modern structures crumble in...