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Kat Eschner

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Two nurses standing beside a soldiers bed during World War 1.

The Surprising Origins of Kotex Pads

Before the first disposable sanitary napkin hit the mass market, periods were thought of in a much different way.
by Kat Eschner via Smithsonian on November 9, 2018
To demonstrate Tupperware's patented seal, Brownie Wise tosses a bowl filled with water at a party.

The Story of Brownie Wise, the Ingenious Marketer Behind the Tupperware Party

Earl Tupper invented the container's seal, but it was a savvy, convention-defying entrepreneur who got the product line into the homes of housewives.
by Kat Eschner via Smithsonian on April 10, 2018

A Brief History of Women’s Figure Skating

You might be surprised to learn that this sport where women now shine was initially seen as solely the purview of male athletes
by Kat Eschner via Smithsonian on February 6, 2018
Apple pie, apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Apple Pie Is Not All That American

Neither apples nor the pie originally came from America, but Americans have made this dish their own
by Kat Eschner via Smithsonian on May 12, 2017
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