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You probably know Adele as the powerful, Grammy Award-winning soul singer of hits like "Rolling in the Deep" and "Set Fire to the Rain." But did you know that she was almost expelled from the BRIT School for Performing Arts, wrote her first single, "Hometown Glory," in just ten minutes, and has an alter ego named Sasha Carter?

Do you think science is fun and exciting? Bill Nye does. In fact, he wanted to become an astronaut, but NASA rejected his applications. Instead, Nye has spent his career helping other people understand science and showing them how cool science can be. Nye went to college to become a mechanical engineer, and he got a job working for an aircraft company. But soon, he began focusing more and more on a career in comedy. Eventually, he got his own popular TV show called Bill Nye the Science Guy.

What do you want to be when you grow up? When Katherine Johnson was young, women weren't expected to go into the math and science fields. After studying math in school and teaching for a few years, she learned that the organization that would later become NASA was hiring women to complete mathematical equations. As an African-American woman, Johnson had to work hard to earn the respect of her coworkers, but they soon came to rely on her brilliant calculations. Learn how Johnson broke barriers as a female African-American mathematician.

Robbery, smuggling, gambling - gangsters did it all. Find out the true stories of the United States' most feared hoodlums and mob bosses. Learn how a two-bit car thief built a criminal empire - and how the mob's top man wound up in prison.

Hang on to your wallet - and watch your neck! The most notorious outlaws were known for their fearless drive, their quick shot with a pistol, their odd trademarks, and their way of escaping the law over and over again. Are you brave enough to listen?

In the 1970s, Atari became the leader in home video gaming with the Atari 2600. But were they the first? And how did it evolve into the revolutionary games and systems of today? Listen to learn the answers to these questions and more.

To save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality, many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.

In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of shots, including flu shots and COVID vaccines, and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear about shots.

Does nighttime give you the creeps? Do shadows make you jump with fright? You’re not alone. In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of the dark and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear of the dark.

In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of storms and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear of storms.

In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of riding on an airplane and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear of plane rides.

Do scrapes make you squeamish? Do papercuts make you cringe? You’re not alone. In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of blood and discover simple tips for confronting this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear of blood.

In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of water and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts provide the knowledge young listeners need to face their fear of water.

Have you always wanted to search for secret treasure? Try geocaching! You can get outside and search for hidden treasure in your very own neighborhood. Learn about geocaching around the world, the supplies you'll need, and the fun that awaits you in this exciting activity!

Enjoy calm waters and a warm, sunny day on a paddleboard! Listeners will learn about the skills and equipment they need to go paddleboarding. Find out important safety rules and ways to protect the environment, all while having fun experiencing this outdoor activity!

Skyrim, with its in-depth world building and talented design, didn't just happen overnight. It took years of planning and hard work. But every game designer started where you are now. Find out how you can get started in game design.

From the stethoscope to the clinical trial, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest inventions in medicine. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action.

With trusted expertise from Mayo Clinic, the Edge of Medicine series sets out to inspire and educate the next generation of young scientists by highlighting the medical breakthroughs of a diverse range of scientists and researchers. From the discovery of the double helix to mapping the human genome, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in genetics. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action.

From the first immunosuppressant drugs to the first successful heart transplant, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in transplant medicine. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine.

From laboratory robots to robotic prosthetics, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in medical robotics. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action.