World Model · podcast knowledge graph

Conquering Polio | The Cutter Fiasco | 3

2026-01-21 · 36 min · episode 3 · 13 entities

episode page audio

Asserted relationships

  • → discusses Society & Culture concept
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Society & Culture
  • → discusses History website
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: History
  • → discusses Kids & Family concept
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Kids & Family
  • → hosted by Audible company
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed author/publisher: Audible
  • → discusses Education for Kids concept
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Education for Kids
  • → references Wonderynewsletter website
    0.38
    evidence rules-v5
    Link in episode "Conquering Polio | The Cutter Fiasco | 3": https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter

Entities found in this episode

concepts 7

  • mentioned Society & Culture concept
    0.50
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Society & Culture
  • mentioned Kids & Family concept
    0.50
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Kids & Family
  • mentioned Education for Kids concept
    0.50
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Education for Kids
  • mentioned The Cutter Fiasco | 3 concept
    0.42
    evidence rules-v5
    Conquering Polio | The Cutter Fiasco | 3
  • discusses Society & Culture concept
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Society & Culture
  • discusses Kids & Family concept
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Kids & Family
  • discusses Education for Kids concept
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: Education for Kids

websites 4

  • mentioned History website
    0.50
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: History
  • mentioned Wonderynewsletter website
    0.45
    evidence rules-v5
    Link in episode "Conquering Polio | The Cutter Fiasco | 3": https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter
  • discusses History website
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed category: History
  • references Wonderynewsletter website
    0.38
    evidence rules-v5
    Link in episode "Conquering Polio | The Cutter Fiasco | 3": https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter

companys 2

  • mentioned Audible company
    0.70
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed author/publisher: Audible
  • hosted by Audible company
    0.40
    evidence rules-v5
    Feed author/publisher: Audible
Episode description as stored
In April 1954, a group of first graders lined up in the gymnasium of an elementary school in McLean, Virginia for the start of the Salk polio vaccine trials. In an era before widespread federal government involvement in public health, the National Institute of Infantile Paralysis executed an unprecedented experiment involving nearly 2 million children and tens of thousands of doctors, nurses, and volunteers. It was the largest peacetime mobilization in American history. While scientists evaluated the results, Americans waited anxiously to find out whether the vaccine was safe and effective, putting an end to 40 years of fear. But in the spring of 1955, a shocking revelation would bring the vaccination program to a sudden halt. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Listen to American History Tellers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting wondery.com/links/american-history-tellers/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .