Mon, Dec 11, 2023
Join Tonya Infinity as she takes you to 1938 Puerto Rico to meet the legendary Dr. Rebekah Colberg Cabrera, hailed as "The Mother of Women's Sports in Puerto Rico." From discus to javelin, and from Puerto Rico to Panama City, experience the excitement of the Central American and Caribbean Games and discover how Dr. Rebekah's determination and skill paved the way for future generations of female athletes. This episode is a thrilling blend of sports, history, and girl power, perfect for young listeners eager to learn about influential figures in sports history.
Mon, Jan 1, 2024
Join Tonya Infinity as she takes you back to the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition to meet Ernest A. Hamwi, the inventor of the ice cream cone. Discover the fascinating history of this beloved treat as Tonya and Gertie explore the fair, learning about the origins of the cone and its impact on American culture.
Mon, Jan 8, 2024
Tonya and Gertie meet the legendary Mary Shelley in Geneva, Switzerland, during the Regency Era. Discover how Mary, inspired by her own life and the rainy Swiss Alps, crafts one of the most famous horror and science fiction novels ever written. Learn about the origins of "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus," and how Mary's groundbreaking work at just 19 years old led to the birth of science fiction.
Mon, Jan 15, 2024
(1965) - After Tonya hurts her ankle, Gertie takes her to meet Judy Gentile, the first known enrolled freshman wheelchair user at Michigan State University. She was housed in an inaccessible building and fought for campus wide accessibility for all students with disabilities by organizing a student organization while recruiting handicapper friends to enroll and advocate change at MSU.
Mon, Jan 22, 2024
When Tonya is scared during a tornado watch, Gertie takes her to the year 1957 to meet the man who first studied tornadoes and invented the Fujita "F Scale". The Japanese-American meteorologist research revolutionized the knowledge of storms and helped the aviation field. He became known as "Mr. Tornado".
Mon, Jan 29, 2024
Join Tonya Infinity and her best friend Gertie on a time-traveling adventure to 1906 Denver, Colorado, to meet the inspiring Madam C.J. Walker. Tonya, an aspiring young entrepreneur, learns valuable business lessons from Madam Walker, the first female self-made millionaire in America. From humble beginnings, Madam Walker shares her journey of creating a successful line of hair care products for Black women, overcoming challenges, and becoming a savvy businesswoman, and the first self-made female millionaire. A perfect blend of history, inspiration, and fun, ideal for young listeners eager to learn about influential figures and the power of determination.
Sun, Feb 4, 2024
Hop aboard this time-traveling adventure with Tonya Infinity and her best friend Gertie, the Galapagos tortoise, as they journey back to 1736 Philadelphia to meet Benjamin Franklin and explore America's first volunteer fire station. Discover how fires were fought before the invention of fire trucks and Dalmatians, and learn about Franklin's ingenious contributions to fire safety and the founding of the Union Fire Company. From horse-drawn fire engines to the origins of fire fighting techniques, join Tonya and Gertie as they uncover the history of fire service and the role of Dalmatians in fire stations. It's a historical ride filled with fun facts, laughter, and even a few Dalmatian puppies, proving that learning about the past can be as exciting as a fire truck siren.
Sun, Feb 11, 2024
Hop aboard a special tortoise time traveling shell for an inspiring journey back to 1849 with Tonya Infinity and her best friend Gertie. Meet Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman in America to become a doctor, at her graduation ceremony in Geneva, New York. Discover the challenges Elizabeth faced, from being rejected by over 20 medical schools to becoming the top of her class and a pioneering force for women in medicine.
Mon, Feb 19, 2024
Step into the exciting world of Tonya Infinity, a smart and curious 8-year-old, and her best friend Gertie, a wise and witty 186-year-old Galapagos tortoise... who just happens to have a special time traveling shell. Join them on a thrilling adventure to 1913 Alaska to meet Walter Harper, an Irish-Athabascan Native American who was the first person to reach the summit of North America's tallest peak, Denali.
Tue, Feb 27, 2024
Join Tonya Infinity and her best friend Gertie, the 186-year-old Galapagos tortoise, for a whirlwind adventure through time to meet the legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey in 1960s New York City. Join our dynamic duo as they witnesses the groundbreaking performance of "Revelations," explores Ailey's profound impact on modern dance, and discovers how his work celebrated Black culture and brought dance back to the people-and tortoises.