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The History of Nancy Drew

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Episode 5- Will the Real Carolyn Keene Please Stand Up?

• An overview of how Edward Stratemeyer, Mildred Wirt Benson, and Harriet Stratemeyer Adams contributed to the creation and enduring legacy of Nancy Drew.

Episode 30- The History of HeR

• A detailed look at how Her Interactive was founded, how they created the Nancy Drew PC Games, and how they would eventually cause a new generation to fall in love with our girl sleuth. We also touch on all the drama surrounding the release of game #33, Midnight in Salem. 

Episode 55- The History of Nancy Drew Adaptations

• A chronicle of every Nancy Drew movie and TV show and the actresses who've portrayed her. This episode includes behind-the-scenes facts about each adaptation and projects that were cancelled before they could be released.  

Episode 80 Part 2- The History of Nancy Drew Illustrators

• A video essay about the first four artists to bring Nancy to life: Russell Tandy, Bill Gillies, Rudy Nappi, and Ruth Sanderson. This episode also covers each illustrator's inspiration for Nancy and theories about covers for which the artist is unknown.