Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
You drive through the streets of Washington, D.C. and occasionally walk through its neighborhoods, but do you know the city beyond the ordinary historical trivia? D.C. is the site of the largest Roman columns in the world, the first outdoor use of electric light, and home to the first Barbie and Ken dolls. Join Kojo for a historical look at the buildings, people, and oddities of Washington, D.C.
Guests
- Jeannie Fogle Washington historian and tour guide
- Karen Gray Chesapeake and Ohio Canal historian
- Karen Gray Chesapeake and Ohio Canal historian
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