Her pioneering work on solar heat and solar energy would change science forever - but it was her passionate dedication to people that made her a true visionary. Meet the remarkable Maria Telkes, subject of the amazing American Experience documentary THE SUN QUEEN.
Olivia interviews Writer/Producer Gene Tempest and Director Amanda Pollack.
Music featured in this episode provided by Amanda Setlik Wilson, The Mini Vandals, Esther Abrami, I Think I Can Help You, and Joel Cummins.
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