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May 23, 2023 32 mins

We’re excited to have a guest historian and writer joining us – Holley Snaith. On this episode we’re going to talk about the legendary silver screen star, Marilyn Monroe. From Holley's article Marilyn Monroe Gets Down to Business in American Heritage, Marilyn Monroe is known for being: The world’s most prominent actress (who) risked her career by standing up to one of Hollywood’s mega-studios, proving that behind the beauty was also a very savvy businesswoman.  Pour a glass of vino and join us!

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Holley - James Polk's The People's Choice from Amber Falls Winery
Eliza – Worthy, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016 from Napa Valley
Lori - The Federalist - Cabernet Sauvignon - Limited Edition 


What Holley is reading:
The Confidante: The Untold Story of the Woman Who Helped Win WWII and Shape Modern America by Christopher C. Gorham



Holley's Article: Marilyn Monroe Gets Down to Business in American Heritage


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