Best Grande Illusion Podcasts (2024)

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The Great Political Films: La Grande Illusion 50:51

24d ago50:51

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For the first episode in our new series David explores Jean Renoir’s La Grande Illusion (1937), a great anti-war film that is also a melancholy meditation on friendship between enemies, love across borders, and the inevitability of loss. What, in the end, is the great illusion: war itself, or the belief that we can escape its baleful consequences? …

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Focus on YOUR world, not the world 28:37

6h ago28:37

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In episode, we're exploring the power of focusing on your immediate world rather than getting caught up in the chaos of the outside world. We share ways to focus inward, stay grounded, and make simple yet powerful mindset shifts to positively impact your daily life. Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! https://…

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American Elections: 2024: The Meaning of Trump’s Triumph 1:21:12

1h ago1:21:12

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For the final (extended) episode in our American Elections series David talks to Gary Gerstle about the historical significance of Donald Trump’s decisive victory this week. Was this election and its outcome unprecedented in American history or are there parallels to guide us? Can Trump be both an existential threat to American democracy and a poli…

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The Great Political Films: The Battle of Algiers 54:09

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For the last episode in this season of great political films David explores Gillo Pontecorvo’s The Battle of Algiers (1966), which changed the face of political movie-making forever. Filmed to look like archive footage, featuring actual participants in the events it describes, and showing both sides of the vicious contest between insurgents and cou…

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Top 5 Songs with a Color in the Title 1:24:47

4h ago1:24:47

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Send us a text It's a veritable rainbow of music! We're counting down our Top 5 picks of song with a color in the title, and you can pitch in! Hit us up on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube and let us know your picks and we'll throw them in! Top 5 Color Songs Playlist on Spotify Support the show Follow us: Instagram Facebook Watch us on YouTube!…

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Bonus Episode - ProgStock 2024 Recap 1:07:26

3d ago1:07:26

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Bonus Episode – ProgStock 2024 RecapOn the heels of ProgStock 2024, the group gathered with new Friend of the Palaver Jordan Blum to recollect. ProgStock is always a wonderful, rewarding, and slightly exhausting experience. You get merit badges for this and you LOVE them. We have a great time revisiting our favorite moments from a jam-packed weeken…

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Special Episode - Interview With Mark Anthony K Of Projekt Gemineye, Oct 2024 56:32

3h ago56:32

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Special Episode – Interview with Mark Anthony K of Projekt Gemineye – Oct 2024The Palaver is very pleased to have another chat with Mark Anthony K (Projekt Gemineye, The Dark Monarchy, The Yes Music Podcast, and KissFAQ) about the latest Projekt Gemineye offering Canada: Stories and Legends. Mark is, as always, very engaging and insightful about th…

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The MOST important person to understand... 25:42

14h ago25:42

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Ever feel like you’re so worried about other people’s opinions of you that you barely even know yourself? In this episode, we dive into self-awareness tools to help you shift focus back to what YOU truly want. Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/getr.e.a.l/…

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The Great Political Films: Dr Strangelove & Fail Safe w/ Jill Lepore 50:36

1h ago50:36

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This episode is about two great films on the same dark theme: David talks to American historian Jill Lepore about Stanley Kubrick’s Dr Strangelove and Sidney Lumet’s Fail Safe, which appeared within a few months of each other in 1964. Both films explore what might happen if America’s nuclear defence system went rogue. One is grimly hilarious; the o…

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The Great Political Films: The Leopard w/ Lucia Rubinelli 53:39

1h ago53:39

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For today’s great political film David discusses Luchino Visconti’s The Leopard (1963) with the Italian historian of ideas Lucia Rubinelli. How did a communist aristocrat from Milan come to make a film about a Sicilian prince? How did Burt Lancaster get cast in the leading role? Is this a political film or a film against politics? And what is the r…

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Warlock (1991) 1:13:26

9h ago1:13:26

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Send us a text Halloween 2024 is here, and we're going deep into the vaults for a little-known film that got most moviegoers when it came out, but it's worth the ride! A top-notch cast and a great script drive Warlock into cult status for us! We're joined by Tim and Patrick Callaghan of the Film Bros Championship Podcast, so after you're done, go c…

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Episode 155 - Styx & Kansas Part 8, 1982 - 83 - Vinyl Confessions And Drastic Measures 1:33:02

3h ago1:33:02

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Episode 155 – Styx & Kansas Part 8, 1982-83 – Vinyl Confessions and Drastic MeasuresThe Palaver splits up the Kansas / Styx timeline to consider the two John Elefante Kansas records. Offering a complete view of what Kansas would be without Steve Walsh in the early 80s these two records showcase the songwriting of John and his brother Dino. The grou…

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What are you feeding yourself? 23:15

2d ago23:15

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Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/getr.e.a.l/By Christina Beauchemin & Gianna Robustiano

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The Great Political Films: The Manchurian Candidate 1:00:00

3d ago1:00:00

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Today’s great political film is John Frankenheimer’s masterpiece of Cold War paranoia The Manchurian Candidate (1962), which came out the week of the Cuban Missile Crisis. It’s a 1960s movie about 1950s fears: brainwashing, the Korean War, McCarthyism, all shot through with Kennedy-era anxieties about sexual potency and psychoanalysis. Who’s a Sovi…

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The Great Political Films: The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp 50:42

6d ago50:42

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In today’s episode David discusses Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger’s The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943), a great patriotic anti-war film made in the depths of WWII. Why did Churchill want the film’s production stopped and was he right to suspect it was about him? What does the film say about the politics of nostalgia and the illusions…

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Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) 1:16:05

6d ago1:16:05

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Send us a text We're tackling this perennial classic! Not just for kids-Wonka also hits on that adult level as well Sean Grady and Nick Leshi sit in. Follow Drama From the Past on Facebook Nick Leshi's City of Kik Blog Did You Hear About This? This humorous pop culture podcast discusses the latest retro stories and pop culture news. Listen on: Appl…

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Episode 79: The End of Backwards Medicine with Mari Arce 1:02:31

7d ago1:02:31

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Marizelle Arce is a pioneering naturopathic terrain doctor, certified kinesiologist, and nutrition expert with a perspective on healthcare that is informed by her diverse upbringing and educational experiences. Upon attending conventional medical school for almost 2 years Dr. Arce left, disheartened by institutionalized thinking. She then discovere…

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Set Me Free (from people pleasing) 23:55

9d ago23:55

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In today's episode, we dive into the habits and patterns that may be holding you back in your life. We explore what it takes to break free from these limitations and start creating a life YOU truly love! Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/getr.e.a.l/…

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The Great Political Films: Citizen Kane 52:47

10d ago52:47

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Orson Welles’s Citizen Kane (1941) is many people’s favourite film of all time, including Donald Trump’s. Why does Trump love it so? What does he get right and what does he get wrong about the trajectory of the life of Charles Foster Kane? What does the film reveal about the relationship between celebrity, influence and political power? And why is …

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The Great Political Films: Mr Smith Goes to Washington 53:17

13d ago53:17

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Today’s great political film is Frank Capra’s Mr Smith Goes to Washington (1939), a much-loved tale of the little guy taking on the corrupt establishment. But there’s far more to it than that, including an origin story that suggests Jefferson Smith (James Stewart) might not be what he seems. From filibusters to fascism, from the New Deal to America…

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Jim Berkenstadt/The Beatle Who Vanished: The 33/24 Interview 54:04

13d ago54:04

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Send us a text We're sitting down with the Rock and roll Detective Jim Berkenstadt to discuss his book "The Beatle Who Vanished", about the life of Jimmie Nicol, the drummer that replaced Ringo Starr at the very last moment before The Beatles set out on their first European/Australian tour. Jim's extensive research unearths the mystery behind this …

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How to LET GO of the Past and Start Creating Your Best Life TODAY! 20:57

16d ago20:57

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Feeling stuck in the past and struggling to let go a certain situation? You're in the right place. Tune in to hear all about the ways you can FINALLY let go and start creating the best life for you! Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/getr.e.a.l/…

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Special Episode - Interview With Joe And Terry From Total Mass Retain - Oct 2024 1:17:07

25d ago1:17:07

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Special Episode – Interview with Joe and Terry From Total Mass Retain – Oct 2024The Palaver crew gets the chance to catch up with Joe and Terry from Total Mass Retain ahead of their JA80 tour in October 2024. We always enjoy the chance to talk all things Yes and Yes music with these consummate musicians. Their perspectives are unique and illuminati…

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Michael Lewis on Sam Bankman-Fried and Effective Altruism 56:52

20d ago56:52

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David talks to author Michael Lewis about SBF and EA: about the man he got to know before, during and after his spectacular fall and about the philosophy with which he was associated. What did Sam Bankman-Fried believe was the purpose of making so much money? How did he manage to get so side-tracked from doing good? Why when it all went wrong did h…

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Styx: The Grand Illusion 59:49

28d ago59:49

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Send us a text 1977 was a knockout year for classic rock, and Styx had a hand in it. With their instant arena anthem "Come Sail Away", The Grand Illusion put Styx into the big leagues and they made the most of it. Did You Hear About This? This humorous pop culture podcast discusses the latest retro stories and pop culture news. Listen on: Apple Pod…

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Episode 154 - Styx & Kansas Part 7, 1980-81 - Audio Visions and Paradise Theater 1:30:54

1M ago1:30:54

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Episode 154 – Styx & Kansas Part 7, 1980-81 – Audio Visions and Paradise TheaterWelcome to the 80’s for our Styx and Kansas combo timeline. Audio Visions and Paradise Theater are albums that find both bands on slightly different precipices. Audio Visions will be the last Steve Walsh Kansas record until he returns with Power. Paradise Theater will b…

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So, you think you're TOO busy? 27:22

1M ago27:22

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Are you truly busy or just caught up in the cycle of distraction? Today we explore the common claim of being "too busy" for self-care and break down the distractions that take up our time. We’ll share personal stories, time-management tools, and discuss the importance of living in the moment. Tune in! Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.c…

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American Elections: 2024: Is Anyone Winning? 55:37

24d ago55:37

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David checks in with Gary Gerstle one more time before November to explore where things now stand with the US presidential election. In a conversation recorded in the immediate aftermath of the Walz/Vance debate, they discuss dead cats, October headwinds, comparisons with 2016 and a president missing in action. Plus, if the result really is too clo…

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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Monk & Robot 56:32

27d ago56:32

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For episode four of our series on the history of thinking about thinking machines, David and Shannon discuss a very different sci-fi sensibility: Becky Chambers’ Monk & Robot series (A Psalm for the Wild-Built (2021) and A Prayer for the Crown-Shy (2022)). What would it mean for robots to ‘wake up’? How might robots teach humans about the nature of…

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Top 5 Metal Songs of the 80's 1:35:30

27d ago1:35:30

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Send us a text The title says it all, and we're bringing out the heavy hitters to help us-Metal Masters Andrew Cremeans and Gerry Sullivan are rounding out the cast-make sure you check out the Spotify playlist, and reach out to us and give us your picks so we can add them! Top Metal Songs of the 80's playlist on Spotify Follow Andrew Cremeans on In…

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Parle par Noémi Lefebvre 46:04

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Le samedi 28 septembre dernier, nous étions à Artexte, nouveau Centre d'art contemporain de Tardets-Sorholus, pour assister à une lecture de Parle de Noémi Lefebvre, texte issu de son dernier ouvrage, Parle suivi de Tais-toi, paru en 2021 aux éditions Verticales.By La Grande Illusion

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It's Just That Simple! 20:02

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What does it really mean to ‘Get R.E.A.L’? We've noticed that many are still curious about the core of what we’re doing. In this episode, we dive into how it all began and reveal a new approach to living, sharing with you how to start creating your best life today. Tune in! Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! …

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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? 56:00

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Today’s episode in our series on the history of thinking about thinking machines explores the novel that inspired Blade Runner: Philip K. Dick’s Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? (1968). David talks to Shannon Vallor about what the book has that the film lacks and how it comprehensively messes with the line between human and machine, the natural…

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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Isaac Asimov’s ‘Franchise’ 53:47

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In today’s episode in our series on the history of thinking about thinking machines, David and Shannon discuss Isaac Asimov’s 1955 short story ‘Franchise’, which imagines the American presidential election of 2008 as decided by one voter and a giant computer. Part prophecy, part parody: have either its predictions or its warnings about democracy co…

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What is a Zombie Band? 1:07:00

2M ago1:07:00

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Send us a text Is your favorite touring band nothing but a shell of what it once was? We're talking about the influx of bands that are touring with few or no original members. Rolling Stone article on zombie bands Did You Hear About This? This humorous pop culture podcast discusses the latest retro stories and pop culture news. Listen on: Apple Pod…

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You Can't Save Anyone But Yourself 23:09

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Today's episode was inspired by Matt McClure’s song The Shore. We discuss how you really can't save anyone who doesn't want to be saved and the importance of focusing on yourself and your own needs. We share helpful tools for letting go of the savior complex, setting boundaries, and focusing on self-care and personal healing. Check out our website!…

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Thinking About Thinking Machines: Metropolis 52:32

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For the first episode in our new series on the history of thinking about thinking machines, David talks to philosopher Shannon Vallor about Fritz Lang’s Metropolis (1927). The last great silent film is the most futuristic: a vision of robots and artificial life, it is also about where the human heart fits into an increasingly mechanised world. Is i…

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What if… Scotland Had Voted for Independence? 57:31

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For our last episode in this series of historical counterfactuals, David talks to the historian Ben Jackson about what might have happened if the 2014 Scottish Independence referendum had gone the other way. How close was the vote and what could have swung it differently? Were the dark warnings about the consequences of independence likely to have …

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Oasis: Definitely Maybe 1:11:24

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Send us a text Oasis roars onto the Britpop music scene with their debut release. Unfortunately known nowadays more for their infighting than their music, we're taking a look at this groundbreaking release from the 90's Did You Hear About This? This humorous pop culture podcast discusses the latest retro stories and pop culture news. Listen on: App…

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The BIGGEST Abuser In Your Life Is You 25:31

2M ago25:31

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In this episode, we explore how you may be your own biggest abuser through negative self-talk and self-sabotaging behaviors. We discuss how these patterns develop, why you might be harsher on yourself than anyone else, and offer helpful tools to break free from self-criticism. Tune in! Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on…

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What if… The Berlin Wall Hadn’t Fallen? 53:43

2M ago53:43

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Our counterfactuals series moves forward to 1989: David talks to Lea Ypi about what might have happened if the Berlin Wall hadn’t fallen when it did. Was the night it came down really just one big accident? How long could the East German regime have lasted? And what does the fate of non-European communist states tell us about how it could have gone…

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What if… The 1919 Paris Peace Conference Had Actually Kept the Peace? 56:08

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David talks to historian Margaret MacMillan, author of the prize-winning Peacemakers, about whether the 1919 Paris Peace Conference deserves its reputation as a missed opportunity and the harbinger of another war. Could the peace have been fairer to the Germans? Could the League of Nations have been given real teeth? Could the Bolsheviks have been …

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The Planet of the Apes (1968) 1:25:45

2M ago1:25:45

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Send us a text There can be only one, and the original is still a ground-breaking film after decades of sequels, remakes, and reimagining's. Nick Leshi and Roland Uruci complete the crew of the Icarus, but we're ready for the ending... Nick Leshi's City of Kik blog Did You Hear About This? This humorous pop culture podcast discusses the latest retr…

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Breaking the GRAND illusion 24:52

2M ago24:52

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Check out our website! https://getrealforgood.com/ Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/getr.e.a.l/By Christina Beauchemin & Gianna Robustiano

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What If… The Russian Revolution Hadn’t Been Bolshevik? 56:02

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Today’s episode is another big early twentieth-century counterfactual: David talks to the historian of Russia Edward Acton about how the Russian Revolution might have unfolded if the Left SRs and not the Bolsheviks had come out on top. Could Lenin have been sidelined? Might the Terror have been avoided? And what would it have meant to the wider wor…

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Episode 153 - Styx & Kansas Part 6, 1979 - Monolith And Cornerstone 2:23:29

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Episode 153 – Styx & Kansas Part 6, 1979 – Monolith and CornerstoneOn this episode Joe isn’t quite sure what year it is, but the group soldiers on to cover both Monolith and Cornerstone. Both these albums stand out for their memorable packaging. Monolith’s epic artwork and the innovative design of the Cornerstone album cover certainly stand the tes…

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What If… Franz Ferdinand Had Survived Sarajevo? 52:14

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We return to our series on historical counterfactuals with the big one: how might WWI have been avoided? David talks to Chris Clark, author of The Sleepwalkers, the definitive history of the July crisis of 1914, to explore how it might have turned out differently. What would have happened if Franz Ferdinand had survived the assassination attempt in…

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David Bowie: The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars 1:03:38

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Send us a text We're finally getting to Bowie, but not without some heavy-duty help. Special guest Neil Laird is guiding us through the eclectic world of Bowie, as well as talking about his breakthrough album. Check out Neil Laird's projects Did You Hear About This? This humorous pop culture podcast discusses the latest retro stories and pop cultur…

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How can we find peace in CRAZY times? 23:25

2M ago23:25

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There has been SO much going on in the world lately and sometimes it can get very overwhelming! Today we discuss the importance of stepping back, disconnecting from the noise, and focusing on what brings peace into your life. We share helpful insights on how awareness, gratitude, and mindful choices can help shift our energy and create a more peace…

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Fifteen Fictions for Summer re-release: Hamilton 55:12

2M ago55:12

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Our Great Political Fictions re-release concludes with a musical: Lin-Manuel Miranda’s wildly popular and increasingly controversial Hamilton (2015). What does it get right and what does it get wrong about America’s founding fathers? How fair is it to judge a Broadway musical by the standards of academic history? And why does a product of the Obama…

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