Susan VollenweiderSusan Vollenweider is a columnist for The Kansas City Star, a freelance writer, and one half of the award-winning podcast The History Chicks. She received her bachelor's degree in communications from Loyola University, New Orleans, and went on to hav careers in both special-event planning as well as Pphotography-studio management. When not speaking on her podcast or writing, she enjoys baking and gardening. Born and raised in New England, she currently resides in Kansas City, Missouri. Read More Read Less