History Hustle

Maria Teresa de Filippis, the First Woman to Compete in Formula 1 Grand Prix

In an environment that is formerly considered exclusively for men, Maria Teresa de Filippis made…

Sarah Stewart, a Mexican American, Overcame Rejection to Change our Understanding of Cancer

NOTE: September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month Sarah Stewart, a Mexican American,…

Lucille Bogan’s Sexual Songs from the 1930’s Will Make You Blush

By Leslie Addo Editor's Note: this article contains explicit references Modern music has been obsessed…

You Absolutely Must Hear These Medieval Covers of Pop and Rock Hits

Okay, so it’s called “Bardcore” and it’s the best, most geekiest thing happening on the…

Yasuke, The African who Became the First Black Samurai in 16th-Century Japan

By James Owen Yasuke (1555-1590) was thought to be Japan’s first black samurai, and up…

Ashoka, the Buddhist Indian Emperor

By Karishma Joshi Ashoka, the Ancient Indian Emperor India has a rich history of royalty.…