Hey back story listeners, we're bringing you something special this week that we're

really excited about.

I want to introduce you to Lost at the Smithsonian.

It's a new pop culture history podcast from Stitcher that explores the little-known stories

behind iconic artifacts at the National Museum of American History.

Act during comedian Asif Monvie of the Daily Show examines the impact of ten fascinating

cultural treasures from across music, sports, television, and film.

Think items like Fonzzi's leather jacket, Dorothy's Ruby slippers, Muhammad Ali's robe,

even Jim Henson's early prototypes for the muppets.

We get to explore the museum along with Asif as he engages in smart, hilarious conversations

with the curators and celebs behind these special pieces of American zeitgeist.

We have an exclusive clip I want to share with you.

Here, Asif comes across the robe Muhammad Ali wore during his training for the famed Rumble

in the Jungle against George Foreman.

More than just another boxing match, we're reminded of the political and cultural context

of the times that made this one of the most important sporting and entertainment events

of the 20th century.

But enough from me, you have to hear it for yourself.

There's a special preview of Lost at the Smithsonian.

Back in Smithsonian storage, what looks like an unassuming tericloft training robe with

simple black lettering.

It says Muhammad Ali, and above is his signature, it's a little frayed at the edges here.

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