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Engines Podcast

Engines of Our Ingenuity 2607: Steam Comes to China

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on May 14, 2023 · Episode: 2607 The steam engine comes to China, and even greater change follows. Today, steam comes to China.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2800: 2800 Years Ago

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on August 28, 2023 · Episode: 2800 Two information revolutions: 2800 years ago, and surrounding the 2800th Episode. Today, 2800 years ago.

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Interactive exhibits offer a way to ‘Explore Asia’ without leaving Houston

Michael Hagerty

Posted on July 19, 2023 · New, permanent, multimedia exhibits at Asia Society Texas highlight the cultures of China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam while directing visitors how to find and experience elements of those cultures here in Houston.

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World Affairs: Janet Yellen’s Trip to China, Russia-Ukraine, France Protests, and More

Garrett Bohlmann

Posted on July 17, 2023 · Experts weigh in on the latest news in the world economy and politics.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2536: Scapa Flow

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on March 25, 2023 · Episode: 2536 The Scapa Flow ship cemetery. Today, Scapa Flow.

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