Summary: Ever wonder what historical figures sounded like? Ever wonder how hilarious it would sound in 2011 to hear someone explain how flying worked when it first come out? Is that last one just me? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then definitely check out these two fantastic recordings of Amelia Earhart doing just that. Keep in mind, of course, that during her time flying was a novelty and not the popular form of transportation it is today. The take away is the true visionary she was -- listen to her proclaim that women have not yet taken full advantage of air travel. Clip One Clip Two I do have to say, in the second clip, Amelia does a great impression of Cate Blanchett as Katharine Hepburn as played in The Aviator. These recordings are from the amazing website Old Radio World which archives radio shows from "The Golden Age of Radio." You can find Amelia, and many more, in their Voices From History Collection. I think you know where you can find me this weekend.
