From Wondery, I'm Jordan R Coleman, and this is Who's Amazing Life?

You've heard of people who changed the course of history,

but before they made their mark on the world,

they were people like you and me,

still figuring out what they wanted to do with their lives. On this episode you will be that person

everyone knows. You might be a musician or an athlete, a scientist, or a painter.

You may know what the person accomplished later in life,

but now you can experience everything they faced along the way.

From challenges and heartbreak, to triumphs and excitement, all the moments

that built this person into someone who would change the world. There will be clues, so

pay attention. But only at the end will you find out who you are.

So sit back and imagine your amazing life as the arguer. The Arguer.

Imagine you're 13 years old sitting on a sofa in your family's house in Baltimore, Maryland, and you're nervous. Very nervous. Any minute now

your dad will arrive home from work and you're definitely not looking forward to it.

Your heart pounds as the front door opens and your dad steps

inside.

Evening, son. What's that look on your face?

Um, I have something to tell you.

Your dad sighs.

He sits down in a chair across the room and folds his arms across his chest.

Let's hear it.

I got sent to the principal's office today.

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