Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 51 minutes ago

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Benjamin Franklin was more than a founding father—he was an inventor with a curious mind and a knack for solving everyday problems. From bifocals to the lightning rod to the Franklin stove, his creations improved lives in both small and big ways. This episode explores Franklin’s top inventions and how his creativity shaped science, safety, and daily life in early America.

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