Washington Notable Figures — Points of Interest by Autio
Autio
Scientists, environmental advocates, military innovators, community organizers, and trailblazers connected to the Washington, D.C. region are revealed through the lives of individuals who expanded knowledge, service, and opportunity.
Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Networks:
Autio
Description:
Scientists, environmental advocates, military innovators, community organizers, and trailblazers connected to the Washington, D.C. region are revealed through the lives of individuals who expanded knowledge, service, and opportunity.
Language:
English
Episodes
Shirley Ann
1/4/2026
First African American Woman to Earn a Doctorate at MIT. Narrated by Machelle Williams.
Duration:00:04:00
Chander Payne
1/4/2026
He founded Urban Beet to grow fresh food for underserved people and to help cool urban areas. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:03:39
The Arlington Ladies
1/4/2026
A special group determined to ensure no family member of the armed forces is buried alone at Arlington National Cemetery. Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:02:59
John S. Mosby’s Hidden Treasure
1/4/2026
The treasure of the Grey Ghost is still buried somewhere in the countryside. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:02:44
Rachel Carson
1/4/2026
Marine Biologist who advanced the global environmental movement. Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:03:08
Grace Hopper
1/4/2026
The computer science pioneer and U.S. Navy rear admiral who coined the term “computer bug.” Narrated by Sarah Prather.
Duration:00:02:58