About this episode

The episode explores idioms across languages, updates on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and reflections on the Wright brothers' impact on the world.

A chef and cookbook author takes a look at idioms that are shared across diverse languages. Then the head of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum updates us on what's happening this summer at Cleveland's top attraction. And the late historian David McCullough reflects on the Wright brothers and how their dream changed the world. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Topics covered

• idioms
• Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
• Wright brothers
• cooking
• history
• travel

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