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 Produced from the American Museum of Science and Energy, AMSEcast invites guests from the world of science, literature, and technology to share unique perspectives from the realm of the highly trained and curiously minded.All materials within AMSEcast are the soul property of or legally licensed property of the American Museum of Science and Energy Ciencia
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  • Inside the Invention Factory with Kathleen Carlucci

    Inside the Invention Factory with Kathleen Carlucci
    May 21 2025
    Kathleen Carlucci, director of the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park, joins AMSEcast to discuss Edison’s lasting impact on American innovation. From his early love of telegraphy to his system-wide inventions in sound, light, and film, Edison redefined how ideas were developed and assembled skilled teams in the world’s first “invention factory.” Carlucci highlights his resilience, collaborative spirit, and ability to turn failure into progress. Visitors to the Center can explore original artifacts, interactive exhibits, and hands-on demonstrations that bring Edison’s legacy to life, reminding us that with perseverance, innovation is within anyone’s reach. Guest Bio Kathleen Carlucci is the Director of the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park, where she leads efforts to preserve and share the legacy of one of America’s greatest inventors. With degrees in history and secondary education, she combines her passion for storytelling with a strong background in management and customer service. Kathleen has played a key role in enhancing the museum experience through engaging tours, educational programs, and community outreach. Her work ensures that visitors of all ages connect with Thomas Edison’s innovations and are inspired by his enduring message of curiosity, perseverance, and the power of hands-on learning. Show Highlights
    • (1:14) Edison’s process for thinking up ideas and bringing them to fruition
    • (2:40) How Edison overcame hearing loss to accomplish so much
    • (3:42) Edison’s improvements to the telegraph and telephone
    • (6:36) How Edison organized and staffed his Menlo Park lab
    • (9:51) Why he moved to West Orange, NJ, and what became of Menlo Park
    • (12:28) Edison’s work with light bulbs, motion picture technology, and batteries
    • (19:03) What Edison would do when he hit a wall on a project
    • (20:39) Lessons from Menlo Park that future innovators should learn
    • (22:43) What a tour of the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park includes
    Links Referenced
    • Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park: https://www.menloparkmuseum.org/
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    28 m
  • A Library of Treasures in American History with Josh Levy

    A Library of Treasures in American History with Josh Levy
    May 14 2025
    Dr. Josh Levy is a historian of science and technology at the Library of Congress. In this episode of AMSEcast, he highlights key figures and artifacts from all across America’s innovation history. From Samuel Morse’s early telegraph designs to George Washington Carver’s advocacy for sustainable farming, Levy reveals stories of invention and resilience. He also discusses aviation pioneer Lt. Thomas Selfridge and Claude Shannon’s groundbreaking work in information theory. Josh and Alan finish with Gladys West, whose geoid calculations became foundational for GPS. Her later recognition reflects how major technological advances often depend on unsung, collaborative contributions across generations. Guest Bio Dr. Josh Levy is the historian of science and technology in the Manuscript Division at the Library of Congress, where he helps uncover and share the stories behind key figures in American innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in History from the University of Illinois and brings years of teaching experience at both high school and college levels, including the University of South Florida, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the College of Micronesia. Since joining the Library of Congress in 2020, Dr. Levy has curated collections that illuminate the complex, collaborative nature of scientific and technological breakthroughs. Show Highlights
    • (1:50) What led Samuel Morse to invent the telegraph
    • (4:03) Morse’s letter regarding the telegraph
    • (7:36) Booker T. Washington and George Washington Carver
    • (8:47) Carver’s letter to John Washington, Booker T. Washington’s brother
    • (12:02) Alfred Graham Bell’s interest in aviation
    • (15:02) Thomas Selfridge
    • (17:28) Claude Shannon, the Father of the Information Age
    • (18:46) Shannon’s schematic of Theseus, the maze-solving robotic mouse
    • (20:11) Gladys West’s impact on GPS technology
    Links Referenced
    • Library of Congress website: https://loc.gov
    • For specific questions about manuscripts at the Library of Congress: https://ask.loc.gov/manuscripts
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    28 m
  • Sailing the High Seas of History with Peter Armstrong

    Sailing the High Seas of History with Peter Armstrong
    May 7 2025
    Alan is joined by Peter Armstrong, president of Mystic Seaport Museum, to continue our celebration of 250 years of American innovation. Peter reflects on his 25 years in museum leadership and shares insights into Mystic’s long shipbuilding history. The museum, the largest maritime museum in the U.S., features historic vessels like the Charles W. Morgan, clipper ships, and a converted diesel-electric steamboat. From Fresnel lenses to nuclear submarines, Peter highlights how the museum preserves maritime heritage while embracing modern innovation. Guest Bio Peter Armstrong has been president of Mystic Seaport Museum since 2020, the largest maritime museum in the United States. With over 25 years in museum leadership, Peter previously served as senior director of museum operations and education at the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. Before moving to the U.S., he held key roles at the UK’s National Museum of Arms and Armor, which includes iconic sites like the Tower of London. Peter brings a deep passion for history, education, and preservation to every project, making him a leading voice in connecting heritage with innovation. Show Highlights
    • (1:30) How Mystic became a hub for shipping and shipbuilding
    • (3:02) What you can see and do at the Mystic Seaport Museum
    • (5:55) What makes whaling ships and clipper ships different from any other types of ships
    • (9:26) When and how steamboat technology made its way to the United States
    • (14:00) How the Fresnel lens revolutionized lighthouses
    • (15:34) Where America builds its ships today
    • (17:53) Where you can learn more about the Mystic Seaport Museum
    Links Referenced
    • Website: https://mysticseaport.org
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    22 m
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