Cincinnatus was an upstanding Roman statesman. Although he was Roman, he inspired many Americans, perhaps even George Washington. Tune in to learn why Washington is known as the "Second Cincinnatus."

T.S. Eliot wrote many serious poems, but he also loved cats. He even wrote about cats. Listen as we read one of Eliot's most beloved poems, "Macavity the Mystery Cat."

Did you know the grandson of the 10th president of the United States is still alive? Listen to learn more about him.

Hamilton Fish III commanded the Harlem Hellfighters during World War I. He carried on the legacy of his great-grandfather by fighting for civil rights.

Hamilton Fish was Ulysses S. Grant's most trusted advisor. Listen to learn more of his significance in relation to Grant's presidency and American civil rights.

Grover Cleveland is the only United States president to serve two terms non-consecutively. Listen to learn more of his policies and personal life.

Emily Dickinson, although one of America's most influential poets, only published about 10 poems while living. The other roughly 1,800 poems were discovered after she died. Listen to learn more of her life and influence.

Sitting Bull was the leader of the Lakota tribe. Listen to learn why he was beloved by many Americans.