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Two freaks explore antiques every week. Updates Wednesday.
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NewsChina explores the perspectives driving today’s China and its people with a deep dive into the histories that shaped them.
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Through interviews with leading figures in the world of fine and decorative arts, Curious Objects—a podcast from The Magazine Antiques—explores the hidden histories, the little-known facts, the intricacies, and the idiosyncrasies that breathe life and energy into historical works of craft and art.
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As a musical genre, heavy metal (and all it's sub-genres) has only existed for 50 years, but in that time there have been a great many happenings that we have collectively forgotten. In this podcast Nik Cameron and Duncan Evans will be going through albums, concerts, etc in a vain glorious attempt to remember it all. We contextualize the subject and then we take it track by track. In the end, we'll tell you if you should spin it or bin it.
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A collection of my opinions, but audible!
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Disney collectors discuss their collections, how they started and what's the grail piece they're searching for. We'll be talking with former WED & Disney Imagineers, what role they played at Disney as well as what they have in their personal collections. We'll also be talking with current and former Disneyland/Disney World CMs, come join us as we talk all things Disney!
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Hosted by Brian Harte and Adam Eltarhoni. We will be discussing everything from investing your money in real estate, stocks, crypto, art, comics, NFTs, sporting cards, and anything else that can generate a return on your capital. We will have special guests who are considered the best in their industry. Let’s talk money.
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Two sisters, Lainie and Laura Beth, who love family, traditions, and all things Southern! There's plenty of room at the table, so pull up a chair as we discuss Southern culture, food, hospitality, travel, history, regional events, college football, and more! Whether you are new to the South, never left the South, or just curious about the South, come on in!
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Musings with people in the world of gardening, botany, horticulture and nature. Marlene takes her years of gardening experience, success and failures and turns it into an unpretentious, humorous listen. From organic vegetable gardening, houseplants, bee keeping, flowers, and everything in between -- this podcast covers it.
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Back in 1979, I made the decision to accept Dr Demento as my personal savior. Since then, with the help of his apostles Spike, Al, Stan and Black-Eyed Susan Brown, I have made it my mission to spread the Gospel of the Firesign and the Word of the Waller. Please join me and my fellow seekers as we find the Wisdom we crave and the Rapture we deserve. A new sermon every Tuesday (and NO collection plate!).
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The joys and sorrows of following Hungerford Town FC a non league football club punching above its weight in the National League South.
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Explore the endlessly fascinating stories behind famous pieces of jewellery. Become captivated by the phenomenal gems that form deep within the earth's crust. Be inspired by some of the most incredible craftspeople and designers the world has ever seen. Join Matthew Weldon, CEO of Courtville and GIA-certified gemologist Alyce Ketcher on their gem pursuit as they use their unique knowledge, passion and expertise to illuminate the magical and mysterious world of antique and vintage jewellery. ...
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We share our hooyo’s stories to the world ☕️💕
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Explore the topic of slavery with Emmy McAfee and her special guests! Cover art photo provided by Matt Power on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@thisispower
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Join host Dr. Chelsea Gardner and co-hosts Dr. Carolyn Laferièrre and Dr. Melissa Funke for a journey through under-explored aspects of archaeology, history, and everyday life in the ancient Mediterranean. Every week we feature an expert whose cutting-edge research sheds light on the real people who lived in ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and beyond. Follow us on Twitter @peoplingthepast with the #peoplingpodcast, on Instagram and Facebook @peoplingthepast, and on our website peoplingthepast.com.
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Discussing the topic of race throughout time, present vs antiquity.
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THC is an interview-based show that seeks to explore topics of conspiracy, the paranormal, the psychedelic, & the esoteric with the best researchers and authors in the game.
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Conversations with experts in the history of Byzantium and surrounding fields, hosted by Anthony Kaldellis.
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The world's greatest (and only) Antiques Roadshow fancast! Each week, two friends watch the latest episode of Antiques Roadshow US and then break it down for you. Spicy appraisers, elderly guests, haunted antiques: we're here for all of it. This podcasts contains bad words and great jokes. New episodes released on Wednesdays. Tweet @AntiquesSidesho
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Antique Dust is dusting off classic British television, cult movies, and everything in between. Join us for reviews and features.
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See the art world through my eyes as an art dealer with thirty years in the business. Interviews of unique and interesting individuals that collect, deal and find art as compelling as I do. Learn the pitfalls of the art world and the interesting cast of characters that are a constant thread of entertaining commentary. Pull up a chair with me, Mark Sublette and the Art Dealer Diaries.
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People only find the antique shop when they need to. Just at the right time.
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Each episode, Paul takes listeners on a journey through history to learn the stories behind each featured piece of antiques he covers. With his Irish charm, he spins a tapestry of color and imagination while also giving helpful tips and insights to antique collectors, old and new.
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In this series of ten video lectures Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at the LMU in Munich and King’s College London, discusses the contributions of women intellectuals, mystics, and philosophers in ancient Greece, ancient China, the Islamic world, and medieval Europe. From Diotima to Christine de Pizan, we learn about the ideas of female thinkers and also about the challenges they faced in putting forward these ideas.
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Tom Cox from grammaticus.co explores Plutarch’s Parallel Lives to introduce you to antiquity, encourage you in your education, or refresh your perspective on people and politics by stepping outside the news cycle. Biography invigorates the study of history by bringing it to life. Plutarch was the first master of this form, examining in a person the relationship between fortune, virtue, and excellence. Whether you just want to study antiquity from your armchair, sit at the feet of the greates ...
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A study of the world view of the Ancient Near East, the period of Antiquity and how the scriptures were understood in the mind of ancient people.
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Nikki will attempt to interview as many of her friends and family as possible to create 'Personal Audio Journal Logs.' The purpose of these recorded interviews is to create something thoughtful and positive. This could be the start of the legacy you leave for this world.
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A podcast by millennials for millennials hosted by artists Diana DooWop & Taylor Alexander. Speaking boldly, openly & honestly about today's issues, relationships and this wild world we've inherited. “Love is the source, Music is the language, Art is the heart...We are the vessels.”
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Technolotics was an irreverent look at technology, politics and the media; from a ragtag bunch of Irish students. The show was the first regularly updated Irish vidcast, and ran from August 2005 – August 2006.
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Welcome to A Podcast of Rare Antiquities! Host’s Harry and Geoff discuss and analyze film and television shows. This podcast mainly delves into more obscure and forgotten films but latest releases are sometimes covered. We hope this is the rare antiquity you are looking for.
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Interviews and Inspiration From The World of Sculpture. Join, Lucy Branch, sculptural conservator and author, as she talks to sculptors whose work can be found in public spaces. They discuss their creative journeys, their artistic practice and their shared love for all things bronze. Find the show notes at www.sculpturevulture.co.uk and download your free novel.
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The Cambridge Late Antiquity Network Seminar series
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Welcome to Jacqueline Rare Antique (http://jacquelinestallone.com), the premier destination for antique collectors! Check Images: Jacqueline Rare antique Pin: https://www.pinterest.com/jacquelinerareantique/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jacquelinerareantique/ TW: https://twitter.com/jacquelinerare Ins: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerareantique/
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The Property World Podcast from RICS Americas features interviews, commentary and speeches from RICS members, staff and affiliates on all aspects of property valuation, markets, construction management and project controls.
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Interviews with Scholars of China about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/chinese-studies
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Devlyn and Morgan share their adventures as they hunt for sewing treasures in small town Texas.
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At Valuable Antique Detector (https://www.txantiquemall.com/) , we provide an online platform for antique enthusiasts to explore a vast selection of antiques from all eras and styles. With detailed descriptions and expert analysis on antiques, we make it easy to discover hidden gems and valuable items. Our goal is to help collectors around the world build beautiful and meaningful collections that they can be proud of. Pin: https://www.pinterest.com/valuableantiquedetector/ FB: https://www.fa ...
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Podcast by Antiquity - A Hella Average History Lesson
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In this podcast, I, Scott Lepisto, interview classicists from all walks of life to discover how they became interested in the Greco-Roman world, who influenced them, and how their careers evolved.
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Secrets and Stories - The true myths behind the music of The Real Tuesday Weld and The Clerkenwell Kid.
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A show for anyone interested in finding bargains for as little as $1 and flipping them for profit. It’s about up-cycling, recycling, repurposing, and finding unique ways to save money. Thrifty Times call for Thrifty Measures.
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Tales of Past, Present and Future vintage and antique items found and presented for sale at the Montgomery Street Antique Mall in Fort Worth, Texas. Hosted by Nikolene Bartley
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A blogcast of academic articles and reviews on interdisciplinary subjects within classical antiquity.
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Welcome to Katherine's Valuable Antiques (http://valuableantiques.org) (http://valuableantiques.org) I am Katherine, an individual enthusiast who has been involved in the antique industry for over 10 years. I have dedicated myself to the study and work related to antiques, exploring this fascinating field. Check Images: Valuable Antiques (http://valuableantiques.org) Pin: https://www.pinterest.com/valuableantiques/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/valuableantiques.org/ TW: https://twitter.com/va ...
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A series on the history of Jews and Judaism in antiquity.
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Dr. DC Ammon Hillman | Sex, Drugs, Jesus, & Snake Venom Assassins Of Antiquity
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The greatest bookshelf ever invented! Perfect for lawyers and laypeople alike. And uniquely suited for apartment-dwellers and folks who live on the go. You want modular storage solutions with style? You want a barrister bookcase. Join us, won’t you? Thank you.By Antiques Freaks
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Department of Metal Antiquities 153: Beautiful Creatures S/T
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In the late 80's, a band named Bang Tango burst onto the scene and made some hay. Unfortunately, they arrived as the party was ending. After some ins and outs and stops and starts, Bang Tango gave way to Beautiful Creatures. That's what Nik and Duncan are taking on today!
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Chia-ling Yang, "Appropriating Antiquity for Modern Chinese Painting" (Bloomsbury, 2023)
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The pursuit of antiquity was important for scholarly artists in constructing their knowledge of history and cultural identity in late imperial China. By examining versatile trends within paintings in modern China, this book questions the extent to which historical relics have been used to represent the ethnic identity of modern Chinese art. In doin…
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115. Imaginary Byzantiums in modern Russia, with Eugene Smelyansky
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A conversation with Eugene Smelyansky (Washington State University) on the invention of ideologically useful versions of Byzantium in modern Russia. We talk about the much more limited engagement with Byzantium in imperial Russia and the reasons behind some of the current obsessions with it. The conversation is based on Eugene's just-published book…
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Jonathan Chatwin, "The Southern Tour: Deng Xiaoping and the Fight for China's Future" (Bloomsbury, 2024)
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Deng Xiaoping’s 1992 Southern Tour has become a milestone in Chinese economic history. Historians and commentators credit Deng’s visit to Guangzhou Province for reinvigorating China’s market reforms in the years following 1989—leading to the Chinese economic powerhouse we see today. Journalist Jonathan Chatwin follows Deng’s journey in The Southern…
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Robin Visser, "Questioning Borders: Ecoliteratures of China and Taiwan" (Columbia UP, 2023)
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Indigenous knowledge of local ecosystems often challenges settler-colonial cosmologies that naturalize resource extraction and the relocation of nomadic, hunting, foraging, or fishing peoples. Questioning Borders: Ecoliteratures of China and Taiwan (Columbia UP, 2023) explores recent ecoliterature by Han and non-Han Indigenous writers of China and …
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In this special throwback episode, Benjamin Miller speaks with Ellery Foutch, assistant professor of American studies at Middlebury College, about a “relic Windsor chair” assembled by Henry Sheldon (founder of the Middlebury museum named in his honor) in 1884. This unique piece of furniture was built with fragments of wood salvaged from structures …
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Dominik Modlinski: Landscape Painter - Epi. 291, Host Dr. Mark Sublette
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I've been wanting to do a podcast with Dominik Modlinski for a very long time. I've represented him for over a decade. He is just such an interesting, unique human being. Not like any other artist I've met actually. I represent him at my gallery not just because a skilled creative soul, but he's also just this, wanderlust incarnate-type person who …
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Cathy Yue Wang, "Snake Sisters and Ghost Daughters: Feminist Adaptations of Traditional Tales in Chinese Fantasy" (Wayne State UP, 2023)
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Contemporary Chinese film and literature often draw on time-honored fantastical texts and tales which were founded in the milieu of patriarchy, parental authority, heteronormativity, nationalism, and anthropocentrism. Cathy Yue Wang's Snake Sisters and Ghost Daughters: Feminist Adaptations of Traditional Tales in Chinese Fantasy (Wayne State Univer…
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Baton Rouge is the capital city of Louisiana and sits right on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River. If you want to experience history and culture galore in a family friendly setting Baton Rouge is the city for you! Big thanks to Tamara Williams at Visit Baton Rouge for making this trip so much fun! To help plan your trip you can find great in…
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Astrid Møller-Olsen, "Sensing the Sinophone: Urban Memoryscapes in Contemporary Fiction" (Cambria, 2022)
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Through an original framework of literary sensory studies, Sensing the Sinophone: Urban Memoryscapes in Contemporary Fiction (Cambria, 2022) provides a comparative analysis of how six contemporary works of Sinophone fiction reimagine the links between the self and the city, the past and the present, as well as the physical and the imaginary. It exp…
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Today, we’ll tell the story of Chiang Yee, a best-selling author in the UK and US, who remains virtually unknown in his native China. But a new book seeks to elevate the artist and scholar to his rightful place as one of modern China’s earliest “East meets West” cultural ambassadors.By NewsChina
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Unlike the fleeting trends of the modern day, antique jewellery comes from times of defined eras and movements that inspired many artists and makers. We’ve covered jewellery eras in a past series but we never got to dive into this incredible movement that shaped art, design, architecture and of course jewellery. Although sometimes considered an acq…
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Dr. Gregory Shushan | Near Death Experience in Indigenous Religion, Afterlife Journeys, & Resurrection
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Full Show Notes - https://plutarch.life/titus-flamininus/ Greek Parallel - Philopoemen Important People Philip V - The second-to-last Macedonian king because the Romans play fair in this generation and allow Philip to remain on the throne even after soundly defeating him in battle twice. Philip also has to give up over-lordship of Greece which allo…
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CO Bites: A Pitch-Perfect Vermont Songbook
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In this Curious Objects Bites episode, Benjamin Miller examines an 1830s manuscript tune book from rural Vermont. Bound crudely in leather, this book of sacred music was made by a farmer named Bernard Ward as a gift for his grandson, and many years later passed into the major collection of musical instruments, books, scores, and ephemera assembled …
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Karen Schmidt: Granddaughter of Santa Fe Artist Albert Schmidt - Epi. 290, Host Dr. Mark Sublette
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One of the great things about this job is that sometimes these things come in that are just wonderful gifts. One of those gifts happened to come in today, and her name is Karen Schmidt. Karen's grandfather was Albert Schmidt, who was a very famous Santa Fe painter. She came in with a large collection of paintings that she found in Albert's house af…
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Wherein the Antiques Freaks come into possession of a curious little book and recite the scintillating tale of Dinorah.By Antiques Freaks
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The U.S. Colored Troops feat. Vivian Sims
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According to the Library of Congress, in 1862 President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, opened the door for African-Americans to enlist in the Union Army. Although many had wanted to join the war effort earlier, they were prohibited from enlisting by a federal law dating back to 1792. President Lincoln had also feared that if he authorized the…
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Xiaofei Kang, "Enchanted Revolution: Ghosts, Shamans, and Gender Politics in Chinese Communist Propaganda, 1942-1953" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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China’s communist revolution has an intricate relationship with gender and religion. In Enchanted Revolution: Ghosts, Shamans, and Gender Politics in Chinese Communist Propaganda, 1942-1953 (Oxford UP, 2023), Xiaofei Kang moves the two themes to the center stage in the Chinese Revolution. It examines the Communist Party’s first anti-superstition ca…
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Hsiung Shih-I: The Legendary Life of Chinese Shakespeare
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Today, we will talk about an inspirational scriptwriter who, alongside Lin Yutang, is renowned as one of the two best Chinese writers proficient in English writing during the first half of the 20th century. He was also the first Chinese stage director to make his mark on Broadway.By NewsChina
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Psychedelics, Mysticism, Aliens, and the Dao (Pierce Salguero and Dominic Steavu)
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Dr Pierce Salguero sits down with Dominic Steavu, a historian of Chinese religion and healing from UC Santa Barbara. We discuss the central role of the body in medieval Daoist practices, and talk about the Daoist use of psychedelics to facilitate mystical experiences. Along the way, we touch on talismanic tattoos, internal alchemy, and embodied non…
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David Barnhizer | Conformity Colleges, Education Infiltration, & Weaponized Compassion
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Andres Rodriguez, "Frontier Fieldwork: Building a Nation in China's Borderlands, 1919-45" (U British Columbia Press, 2022)
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In 1911, as China was beset with challenges, a new generation of scholars considered a new problem: what to do with former imperial borders? How could China’s frontiers be considered part of the new nation? In Frontier Fieldwork: Building a Nation in China’s Borderlands 1919–45 (UBC Press, 2022), Andres Rodriguez looks at how students, travellers, …
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114. Byzantium and the early Rus’, with Monica White
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A conversation with Monica White (University of Nottingham) about the earliest contacts between Constantinople and the first Rus'-Varangian raiders, traders, and mercenaries to cross the Black Sea. Who were these people, what did they want, and how did contact with east Roman culture change them? The conversation is based on a number of Monica's re…
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Flower Power Garden Hour 196: Soil science, with Robert Pavlis of Garden Fundamentals
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Soil science can be a bit confusing. How long does it take for materials to be broken down, is it good practice to add microbes and what exactly are microbes? Robert Pavlis addresses these questions and more. Check out his new podcast Garden Fundamentals plus his impressive list of books including Soil Science for Gardeners and Compost Science for …
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Jill Carver: Land of Song - Grand Canyon Variations (Opens April 5, 2024) - Epi. 289, Host Dr. Mark Sublette
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Usually my podcasts are about the lives, the history, the particular path of creativity one takes. With Jill Carver, it's always interesting because this is my third podcast with her and each time it's fresh and unique. In this podcast - we're talking about her show "Land of Song - Grand Canyon Variations" which she's been working on for the last y…
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324 Seed Packets and Catalogues (Vintage and Antique)
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It’s frog weather, y’all. Join us on our voyage to discover the root of scarcity.By Antiques Freaks
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It’s the most sought after ticket by golf fans…. We are talking today about The Masters held annually at Augusta National Golf Club in AUGUSTA, GA. Special thanks to these contributors: Curtis Barman, John & May Bumpus, Jeremy Carlson, Charles Phillips, Bill Reeves and Mark Stiver 7 Famous MASTERS Golf Tournament Recipes You Must Try: https://bit.l…
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Today, we’ll talk about modern China’s first female architect Lin Huiyin who will finally receive a posthumous degree from the University of Pennsylvania, in recognition of her contribution and dedication to architectural protection and development both in and beyond her country’s borders.By NewsChina
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We’re back with a very special bonus episode of our Royal Regalia: A History of Splendour series after a listener request for an episode on the crown jewels of Sweden. Sweden’s Kingdom has a history spanning over 1000 years. The protected jewel collection features some of the most impressive parures and tiaras you’ll ever see, including a bejeweled…
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Department of Metal Antiquities 152 - "TYR" by Black Sabbath
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Today, Nik and Duncan took on the last album by Black Sabbath proper that they'll be doing on this podcast. Of course the wellspring that is Heavy Metal sprouts at all things Black Sabbath. This is the third album featuring the seventh vocalist in Black Sabbath's history, Tony Martin. See what all the fuss is about!…
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Free Plus Show: Shamangineer | Mapping The Mind, The Alchemical Model, & Plasma Beings From Space
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Hooray, a free Plus Episode! Would you believe they could all be like this? Why I picked this episode: For a long time Shamangineer was one of my favorite guests. He opened me up to the work of so many new people, several of which ended up being guests themselves actually. This was the last one we did. I still wish we could complete the elemental s…
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Dr. Jack Kruse | Light, Water, Magnetism & The Sacred Cows of Health
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Thomas S. Mullaney, "The Chinese Computer: A Global History of the Information Age" (MIT Press, 2024)
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The fascinating, untold story of how the Chinese language overcame unparalleled challenges and revolutionized the world of computing. A standard QWERTY keyboard has a few dozen keys. How can Chinese—a language with tens of thousands of characters and no alphabet—be input on such a device? In The Chinese Computer: A Global History of the Information…
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It's Holy Week. Passion Week. The week that we celebrate the game changing moment of ALL time. We couldn't let the resurrection of Jesus go without a mention this week. Enjoy a quick bonus episode from us on Easter! Mentioned on this episode: Steel Magnolias episode: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episode/re-visit-steel-magnolias "Sacred Seasons…
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The Book of Dragons (and the Con Artist Who Made It), with Rebecca Romney
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Rebecca Romney, co-founder of rare book dealer Type Punch Matrix and a frequent guest on Pawn Stars, returns to our podcast Curious Objects this week. She has with her a mid-nineteenth-century abecebestiary, or calligraphic treatment of the alphabet with animal motifs, made by Englishman Charles Eduard Stuart . . . except that wasn't really his nam…
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