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1st Mar 2024

HEDY! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr

Heather Massie, the Author and lead performer in the show talks with Gary about her work diving into the life of Hedy Lamarr. HEDY! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr celebrates the unexpected scientific genius of Hedy Lamarr, Viennese-born Hollywood film star of the 1930s-1950s. Known as The Most Beautiful Woman in the World, Lamarr spent her spare time in Hollywood inventing new technology. She had stored away knowledge of munitions while married to Austrian arms dealer, Fritz Mandl. She employed this knowledge to support the US Navy’s war effort during WWII by inventing The Secret Communication System with composer George Antheil, to make torpedoes more accurate. Also known as Frequency-Hopping Spread 

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The Ranger Hour Sponsored by BankFirst
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Sponsored by BankFirst, The Ranger Hour is a live weekly radio show on Supertalk North Mississippi, hosted by Gary Darby. Each week, Gary interviews two guests from Northwest Mississippi Community College (NWCC), providing listeners with the latest updates on everything happening at the college. From academic programs and student services to athletics and campus events, The Ranger Hour offers valuable insights into NWCC’s growth, achievements, and upcoming initiatives. Whether you're a current student, prospective student, or community member, this show keeps you informed on all things NWCC!

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