She graduated high school in La Grange, IL at 14 and received her BS from the University of Chicago at 18. She then became a key figure in the development of atomic energy before the age of 23. In this episode we talk about physicist Leona Woods Libby, and then catch up with Chicago Detours founder Amanda Scotese to discuss Women's History Month.

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Episode 218 - Physicist Leona Woods Libby / Women's History Month with Chicago Detours' Amanda Scotese