From Clickety Clack to Digital: The Evolution of Typewriters

Join host Shaimond in this episode of 'It Started Somewhere' as we explore the rich history of typewriters. Learn about early prototypes, notable inventors like Henry Mill and William Burt, and the significant breakthroughs by Christopher Sholes and Remington that laid the foundation for modern typing. Discover how the QWERTY keyboard was designed to solve key jamming issues and how electric typewriters, including IBM's Selectric, revolutionized typing. We also delve into typewriters' cultural impact, especially in empowering women in the workforce, and share intriguing trivia about these iconic machines. Tune in to appreciate the legacy of typewriters in our digital age.

00:00 Introduction to the World of Typewriters
00:39 Early Attempts and Prototypes
01:51 The First True Typewriter
02:42 The Remington Revolution
03:11 The QWERTY Keyboard and Shift Key Innovations
04:27 Portable Typewriters and New Competitors
05:50 Typewriters in Literature and Culture
06:36 The Rise of Electric Typewriters
07:52 Typewriters and Social Change
08:25 Fascinating Typewriter Trivia
09:32 The Decline and Legacy of Typewriters
10:34 Conclusion and Reflection

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