“I would probably say the History Channel. I'm primarily interested in early U.S. history, but they have a variety of programs that I think are pretty good.”

— Jim Bailey, retired, Quincy, Ill.

“I'd have to say the Internet. I usually look stuff up because of something that happens in everyday life that makes me want to learn more about it.”

— Terry Clark, meter reader, Atchison

“The Internet. I just search for whatever I'm interested in, which is particularly biblical history.”

— Randy Workman, drywall installer, Omaha, Neb.

“Probably from the History or Discovery channels. I like shows about historical architecture and anything about how other cultures live. There are other people out there besides us.”

— Erin Parks, medical sales manager, Denver