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A compilation of the latest Witness History programmes.
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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.
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A weekly history podcast that will cover France from 3 million years ago to present. Presented by Dr. Gary Girod, with contributions by numerous scholars.
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Interviews with Scholars of France about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/french-studies
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Learn French with Gaëlle, an experienced French teacher. 99% in French and designed for students with a basic level (A2) or lower intermediate (B1). Gaëlle speaks slowly to make it easier to understand. If you have an intermediate level, you can always increase the playback speed in your app. Each week, you’ll improve your French whilst also learning about French culture, society, history, and much more. Go to LanguaTalk.com/frenchpod to read an interactive transcript of each episode as you ...
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A weekly podcasting exploring great political revolutions. Now: The Russian Revolution Next: ???
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History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath.
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The Siècle is a history podcast covering France's overlooked century between Napoleon and World War I. Visit thesiecle.com for annotated scripts, pictures, maps, sources and more.
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Untangling history’s greatest controversies. Every month, we take a hard look at the historical conflicts that raise difficult questions, stoke controversy, and send our moral compasses spinning.
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All the angles on all the people from the period 1775-1815, this podcast offers a rich array of interviews, narratives and opinion pieces on a vast range of topics. Ideal for specialists and newcomers to the period alike. You can support this content & get exclusive perks at: www.patreon.com/thenapoleonicwarspod Hosted by Napoleonic Historian and battlefield guide Dr Zack White, with occasional co-host and 'scholar in residence' Dr Luke Reynolds.
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Jonathan Freedland presents the series in which stories from the past are compared with current events.
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A podcast about science, history, and exploration. Michael Robinson interviews scientists, journalists, and adventurers about life at the extreme.
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French crimes. In English. Visit our site at http://crimemostfrench.com for pictures and maps.
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The Explaining History Podcast has been exploring the 20th Century in weekly chapters for the past 10 years, helping students and enthusiasts engage with the past. With the help of expert guests, your host Nick Shepley navigates competing debates around the key events and processes of the past century. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Conspiracy theories, melted online communities and cursed media — we pry open the cracks in consensus reality and journey into the hidden worlds below. The QAA Podcast is a mix of reporting, comedy, and history hosted by Jake Rockatansky, Travis View, and Julian Feeld along with co-hosts Annie Kelly, Liv Agar and Brad Abrahams. Formerly known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast.
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Planning a trip to France? Join Us in France is the podcast for you! On this podcast we have conversations about our trips to France, chat with tour guides, share tips on French culture, the basics of French history, explain how to be savvy traveler in France and share our love of French food, wine and destinations in France. You won’t want to miss out on all these great conversations about one of the most beautiful countries on earth! Subscribe now so you don't miss an episode. And if you'r ...
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The less-than-serious history podcast with stand up comedian Angela Barnes (The News Quiz, Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo) and writer John O'Farrell (An Utterly Impartial History of Britain, Things Can Only Get Better, Spitting Image). In each podcast our two history nerds discuss, explain and laugh at interesting and quirky episodes from the olden days, such as East German Nudism, Spy Pigeons or Vlad the Impaler. Angela and John’s in-depth knowledge of world history has been described ...
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Cosmopod is the official podcast of Cosmonaut Magazine, a project dedicated to expanding the project of scientific socialism in the 21st Century. In our feed we have a combination of podcast episodes and audio articles from our website.
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Professor Bob tells the fascinating stories of history's people, places, and cultures.
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Whoever said history was boring obviously wasn’t paying attention. Each week, join Katie Charlwood, history harlot and reader of books, as she delves into the people, places and events that make history a bit more interesting!
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A quick shot of history in 6 minute segments
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Rabbi Arnie Wittenstein is a well known Torah scholar, Tanach expert, and Historian. He has lectured in the Mir Yeshiva, Torat Shraga, and many Shuls internationally. These podcasts integrate his broad knowledge of many different facets of Torah and History. Join in weekly to gain accurate and in depth knowledge of some of the most important and controversial topics in Jewish History. For tours, speaking engagements, or sponsorships contact us at Jewishhistoryuncensored@gmail.com
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Taking the epic conflicts of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars three months at a time. Each episode features interviews with leading historians of the period - covering the campaigns, diplomacy and political dramas of an extraordinary 24 years.
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“A podcast that discovers, investigates and celebrates fascinating people and their stories” #youhaveastorytoo Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man
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History isn't black and white, yet too often it's presented as such. Explore the ambiguities and nuances of the French Revolution. Support the show today: https://www.patreon.com/greyhistory Ever wondered how the French Revolution started with hope for liberty and equality and descended into the Reign of Terror? Curious as to how the French Revolution still influences your life today? Looking for your next long-form, detailed history podcast recommended by universities and loved by French Re ...
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Listen to leading scholars, activists and writers talk about the practice of history and reflect on the social forces that are changing our world.
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Food with a side of science and history. Every other week, co-hosts Cynthia Graber and Nicola Twilley serve up a brand new episode exploring the hidden history and surprising science behind a different food- or farming-related topic, from aquaculture to ancient feasts, from cutlery to chile peppers, and from microbes to Malbec. We interview experts, visit labs, fields, and archaeological digs, and generally have lots of fun while discovering new ways to think about and understand the world t ...
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French history podcast, by a Frenchman. Learn all about France's history: Charlemagne, The Hundred Years’ War, Jeanne d’Arc, New France, Louis XIV, the Révolution, Napoléon and much more! Artwork by Lucia Ceta.
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Achewillow is a storytelling podcast about Miriam DuFour, a French Canadian woman drawn into the bizarre world of Achewillow and her own family’s history in that town. Through her eyes we discover a strange landscape of subtle magics, bizarre people, coffee, the occasional demon, and baked goods. Written by J-F. Dubeau and narrated by Amy Frost
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Frenchie features stories of French-speaking Cajun World War II veterans, as told by the veterans themselves.
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Tough decisions rattle us all to the core. But for our guests on One Decision— the choices they are up against can also shape history. No pressure! They take us through all of their doubts, emotions and—sometimes unexpected--consequences. A fresh take on foreign policy. Hear the former head of Mi6, Sir Richard Dearlove alongside international journalists as they analyse, interview, and discuss.
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A brother and sister explore history with frequent profanity and casual disrespect. Listeners will learn young George Washington entered the French & Indian War as a corporate stooge and helped kick off the first true world war, that famously pro-segregation Alabama governor George Wallace was endorsed by the NAACP in his first race, and that former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich's first wife was originally his high school geometry teacher.
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French Voices Podcast | Learn French | Interviews with Native French Speakers | French Culture
Jessica: Native French teacher, founder of French Your Way
Learn French: Listen to native French speakers share their story and passion. Discover a bit of French culture
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Language unites and divides us. It mystifies and delights us. Patrick Cox and Kavita Pillay tell the stories of people with all kinds of linguistic passions: comedians, writers, researchers; speakers of endangered languages; speakers of multiple languages; and just speakers—people like you and me.
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From the depths of rural France join Kylie Lang as she guides you through the trials and tribulations of French country life. Hear the stories from other expats, how they’ve started new lives, set up businesses, renovated properties or retired in this wonderful region of France. And discover hidden gems to visit, the stories of France and its fascinating history and the culture of the French that has so many people fascinated. From food and wine to the many travel destinations in France subs ...
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The history of the middle ages comes alive in our podcast. We embark on an enthralling expedition into the enchanting realm of medieval history and the captivating legends that shroud it. Join us on an odyssey through the corridors of time and across Europe and other continents. Uncover the extraordinary tales that resonate through the middle ages. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply captivated by the allure of medieval mystique, our podcast promises a treasure trove of stories to ...
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History Detective is a podcast for teachers, students and lovers of history. It delves into stories from the past that don’t always get told in the textbooks. Every episode will include an original song that compliments the topic. This is a classroom friendly resource that aligns with history curriculums. Visit Amped Up Learning for accompanying teaching resources for every episode.
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Raising a glass to books and the past! Welcome to History, Books and wine where we chat about books and fun historical tidbits all while raising a glass of vino!
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Etymoleon, a weekly 15 minute etymology podcast, gets into the world of word history and origins. Join host Leon Bailey-Green as he researches and explores the historical and linguistic roots of words, names and phrases tied to diverse topics. Without claiming expertise in linguistics or history, Leon assumes the role of an avid researcher, presenting analyses of how words have evolved over time. Each episode unveils the journey of words, dissecting their transformations and connections to v ...
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Assorted stories from NPR
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Tom and Bappo take you through key moments in French Football History with their Le Classique podcast.
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If you're learning French and have already reached an intermediate level, it's now time to take it to the next level. With Expatlang's podcast : Understand Native French, you'll discover the way French people speak in real-life. My name's Jean-Baptiste, I'm a native French teacher. I interview French people on a wide variety of topics - French lifestyle, French food culture, French history, French politics or French society. Join me and let your French skyrocket! Visit our social networks an ...
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Today's show is about French peace problems in 1374.By Bob Packett
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From lions to ghosts, this episode has it all! Host Will Clark and Gavin Whitehead (The Art of Crime Podcast) discuss six noteworthy examples of revolutionary art! You're in for a treat! Early Access Don't wait! Support the show and listen to Episode 73 "Toulon V: Napoleon's Triumph" now! Available for all True Revolutionaries and above! Artwork Se…
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Louis VI defies a king, and emperor and his barbaric vassals to assert his right to rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts
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In today's episode of the Explaining History podcast, we hear from Terence Peterson author of Revolutionary Warfare: How the Algerian War Made Modern Counterinsurgency. In this fascinating discussion, we explore the brutal realities of the Algerian war of Independence and France's struggle to comprehend and counter a nationalist movement that threa…
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French and Indian War Series Part 6 In this episode, we bring the French and Indian war to its conclusion and discuss the immediate aftermath of the war. Special Thanks to thanks to Wikipedia and Google Gemini for filling in details for the story.By Team Elendil
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S7 Chapter 9: The Long Shadow of Old Friends
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As Miriam's connection to the Pilvists deepens, old friends return to Achewillow.
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In this episode, Gaelle interviews Yoann, to talk about the Olympic games that are going to take place in Paris at the end of July 2024. Yoann lives in the North of Paris, where most of the building sites are located and he tells us how, for the past 2 years, everyone in and around Paris has been affected by the preparations for the major event. Be…
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French Elections: The Far Right, Russia and NATO
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As France prepares to vote in the second round of its parliamentary elections, it appears that Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally may not end up with the majority French President Emmanuel Macron fears—but his troubles are far from over. The Economist's Paris Bureau Chief Sophie Pedder joins One Decision to discuss how the National Rally's re…
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The movement to keep our dogs alive for longer (Rebroadcast)
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"Dogs' lives are too short. Their only fault, really.”By Barb Anguiano
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Episode 38: Q2-1801 - Nelson's blind eye
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1801. April... May... June... Three months in which Horatio Nelson pulverises the Danish fleet at Copenhagen... Napoleon Bonaparte turns his ire on the pro-British Portuguese... and war breaks out between the piratical Barbary States and the fledgeling US of A. This is episode 38 of the Napoleonic Quarterly - covering three months which show that, …
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Melted Election Season feat Dave Weigel (Premium E250) Sample
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In the wake of a disastrous debate, the presidential elections enter terra incognita. We attempt to contextualize the situation with journalist and repeat guest Dave Weigel, who has a deep knowledge of both presidential campaigns and voters across the country. We also explore how the debate has led some liberals online to spin up conspiracy theorie…
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The Sounds of America: Bill Withers and Blondie
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A holiday guide to the most iconic tracks picked to enter the country's audio "hall of fame."By Rupert Allman
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The Sounds of America: Lily Tomlin, Jefferson Airplane, and Bobby McFerrin
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A holiday guide to the most iconic tracks picked to enter the country's audio 'hall of fame.'By Rupert Allman
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More Than Music: The story of Lawrence Tibbett (Rebroadcast)
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How did the son of a part-time deputy sheriff, killed in a shootout with a desperado, become so famous?By Rupert Allman
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The savory story of hot dogs and America (Rebroadcast)
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Hot dogs were first introduced to America by immigrants in the 1800s.By Barb Anguiano
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The Biden administration's plan for peace in Gaza
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Israel is “advancing to the end of the phase of eliminating Hamas' military capabilities in the Gaza Strip."By Maya Garg
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U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy tackles loneliness, mental health, and disinformation
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Murthy has set a few priorities for this term.By Jorgelina Manna-Rea
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French Lebanese trumpeter Ibrahim Maalouf blends sound and defies genre
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Maloof was nominated for a Grammy in 2023 for his album “Queen of Sheba” with Angelique Kidjo.By Haili Blassingame
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185: The Fall of France - Through the Ardennes
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While fighting was occurring to the north, it was through the Ardennes that the decisive German forces were moving. 10 Years of Podcasting Update: https://www.patreon.com/posts/10-years-of-107050529 Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to advertise on History of the Second World War. History of the Second World War is part of the Airwave Media podc…
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That escalated quickly! Find out how — and why — the people of Paris went from ignoring Charles X's coup on Monday, July 26, 1830, to engaging in street fighting with the French Army less than 24 hours later. See a full annotated and illustrated transcript online here. Learn more about the Barricades convention, July 12 - 14, 2024, here. Learn more…
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As French President Emmanuel Macron calls a snap election to address the political threat to his government posed by the Far Right, Jonathan Freedland and guests discuss Louis XVI's decision in 1789 to call an Estates General, a meeting of representatives of all sections of French society. Louis' gamble in 1789 started a chain of events known as th…
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Donald Trump has made history by becoming the first former US President to be criminally charged, facing 91 felony charges across four separate cases. As he heads towards an election rematch with Joe Biden, he has promised to continue his campaign even if he is convicted or sent to prison. What impact could this have on his campaign and has a priso…
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Examining the power of first ladies in American history
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The role is significant, unique, and it's always evolving.By Michelle Harven
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What happens when a college shuts its doors for good?
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Colleges have been shutting down rapidly, now at a rate of one every week.By Lauren Hamilton
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Miranda Sachs, "An Age to Work: Working-Class Childhood in Third Republic Paris" (Oxford UP, 2023)
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Childhood as lived during the French Third Republic was very different from childhood during the modern era. Working-class children laboured alongside adults in the home, on the streets, and in places of work. French authorities sought to change this and redefine childhood by means of government organizations, separate legal structures, and schools…
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Live by the Guillotine, Die by the Guillotine
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On October 6, a mob from Paris descended on Versailles, demanding blood. They stormed the palace, trying to find the private chambers of Marie Antoinette. But more shocking than a mob forcing their way through the royal gates was the member of the group rumored to be in their midsts: Louis Philippe II, Duke of Orleans, and a prince of the blood. A …
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From Revolution to Celebration: The Story of Bastille Day
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Bastille Day, or La Fête Nationale, commemorates the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789 – a pivotal event that sparked the French Revolution and the fight for liberty, equality, and fraternity. This day is marked with grand celebrations, from spectacular fireworks to military parades and lively parties across the nation. Discover its histori…
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The Battle of Agincourt: England's Greatest Triumph | Ep.70
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Explore the legacy of the Battle of Agincourt, from Henry V's strategic brilliance to the heroism and consequences that shaped medieval history. Discover how this pivotal clash influenced the Hundred Years' War, English and French military tactics, and national identities. Join us as we delve into the dramatic and enduring impact of Agincourt. Chap…
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Exciting news! August 1st we are launching a campaign to get Achewillow Season 1 published as a book! Visit Achewillow.com/book for more information.
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Today's show is about the birth of the future Philip II of Macedonia .By Bob Packett
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Welcome to season 10 of Your History Your Story!! In this episode, we will be speaking with journalist and best selling author, Helene Stapinski about her book, “Murder in Matera, A True Story of Passion, Family and Forgiveness in Southern Italy”, which recounts her decade long investigation into an old family tale which suggested that there was a …
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Join us in this special episode as we celebrate the 500th installment of the "Join Us in France" travel podcast! Annie and Elyse reflect on their journey from the very first episode to this significant milestone, sharing their favorite moments and the evolution of the podcast. They also dive into a fun and insightful discussion about French cinema,…
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This episode gets into the origins of sleep-related terminology. Starting with how synonyms for sleep such as rest, nap, slumber and ZZZs entered the English language, we explain a theory as to why it's "forty winks" instead of twenty, thirty or fifty. Learn why the Old English word for snore is connected to rooting for someone to win, and why Aust…
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Michael Sonenscher, "Capitalism: The Story Behind the Word" (Princeton UP, 2022)
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What exactly is capitalism? How has the meaning of capitalism changed over time? And what’s at stake in our understanding or misunderstanding of it? In Capitalism: The Story Behind the Word (Princeton UP, 2022), Michael Sonenscher examines the history behind the concept and pieces together the range of subjects bound up with the word. Sonenscher sh…
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If You Can Keep It: The end of the Supreme Court's term
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The Supreme Court again heard cases on controversial topics during its term, including Donald Trump's presidential immunity and charges against January 6th rioters.By Michael Falero
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A year after the actors' strike, Hollywood continues to face a labor crisis
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What lessons has Hollywood learned from last year's strikes?By Arfie Ghedi
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A new book explores the lasting cultural impact of the film and album.By Arfie Ghedi
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The (ir)Rational Mob: On the Life and Legacy of Gustave Le Bon
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Every protest movement has been dismissed as a mere ‘mindless mob,’ caught in a psychological frenzy. Where did this idea come from, and why does it last? Gustave Le Bon. This is episode one of Cited’s returning season, The Rationality Wars. This season tells stories of political and scholarly battles to define rationality and irrationality. For a …
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No Country for French Boomers feat Anthony Mansuy (E284)
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Self-exiled French conspiracy theorists attempt to set up a sovereign utopia in a desolate Bulgarian village called Mamarchevo. This turns into death threats, people getting scammed out of tens of thousands of euros, a plot to abduct a child, the flying of a Nazi flag, and lots and lots of alcohol. Our guest is journalist Anthony Mansuy, who you ma…
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Max Pearson presents a collection of the week's Witness History episodes. We hear the story of the largest unfinished Catholic church in the world and the creation of one of the most recognisable characters on the planet. Plus, an amazing first hand account of the expulsion of German-speakers from Czechoslovakia at the end of the Second World War, …
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"Gimme the next ten words"By WAMU 88.5
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SAS warfare, survival and resistance 1942-44
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In this episode of the Explaining History podcast we hear from Gerald Hough, whose new book Desert Raids with the SAS recounts the story of his father, Anthony, and his experience of war, captivity and escape. Part of the SAS in North Africa during the long desert campaigns between the 8th Army and the Afrika Korps, Anthony Hough was captured by th…
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Today's show is a look at the Carolingian Emperos and the Popes that they had to deal with.By Bob Packett
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Colonial Opinions Turn: Government and Taxes
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In this episode we continue our exploration of why the colonist opinions began to turn against Mother England. In this episode we focus on the colonists perceived overbearing nature of the government and taxes. Special Thanks to "A History of the American People" by Paul Johnson for providing most of the content for this episode. Please check out h…
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Pitt's dilemmas: British politics in the 1790s
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While France was thrown into chaos by the revolution, the political situation in Britain wasn't exactly calm either. Bernie Campbell sat down with Jacquelin Reiter and Neil Gregory Howe to talk about the tumultuous mood in Britain during the 1790s, Pitt's policies and much more.
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Bolivia in crisis. Kenyans protest fiscal bill. Fears of war between Israel and Lebanon grow.By WAMU 88.5
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Just when Miriam thought she had a grip on the goings on in Achewillow, more unexpected guests appear.
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#194 - Lessons From My Father’s Life - The Apollo Program & Early Steps in Yiddishkeit
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In this episode we look at my father’s career in NASA in the heroic era, and some fascinating lessons we can learn from them. We also look at my father’s early steps in Yiddishkeit, and how inspiration can come from the most unlikely sources. This is a link to related documents and pictures: Apollo 8 Nach Yomi: Join R' Wittenstein’s Nach Yomi on Wh…
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Spendthrift Eighties Part 6 Songs 1980 and 1981
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Today's show is 6 of 10 shows on the 80"s.This one is about songs of 1980 and 1981.By Bob Packett
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