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Waterskiing's Unsung Hero
In 1922, Ralph Samuelson steamed the ends of two 8-foot boards, strapped them to his feet, and water skiing was born. But it was 40 years until anyone noticed. Find out how the inventor of water skiing was discovered after a lifetime of anonymity.
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Producer: Andi McDaniel
Editorial support: Emily Krumberger
Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood
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