An Independent History Podcast, in which we discuss historical events, persons, books and why history is relevant today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What is the Science of Reading? What are leaders doing to accelerate reading achievement? We answer these questions and more in Science of Reading Leadership: Guiding Minds, Transforming Lives powered by Just Right Reader. Join us as we welcome Science of Reading researchers and practitioners, sharing the latest research and best practices around reading achievement. These are the stories of the literacy leadership that support every student to be confident readers. Let's do this together.
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Welcome to the Capital Fit podcast, where we explore the fascinating intersection of sustainable investing, holistic health, and achieving a harmonious life balance. Join us as we delve into the minds of visionary business owners, daring entrepreneurs, risk-takers, and seasoned investment managers who have unlocked their True Wealth by prioritizing their True Health. Discover how aligning your financial goals with your overall well-being can enhance your life in immeasurable ways. After all, ...
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Leaders in Conversation gives you an intimate glimpse into the real lives of business leaders. This series of candid conversations delves into a deeper side of leadership. Each intimate conversation is hosted by Anni Townend, a leadership partner, executive coach and author who has worked with thousands of business leaders throughout her career and who skilfully connects with her guests to share these inspiring life and leadership stories with you to help build confidence and courage in your ...
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"Let's Chat With" is a podcast hosted and produced by Canadian David Krychowski that began in May 2021. The show features a diverse range of guests, including magicians, athletes, chefs, online content creators, a dietitian, film director, actresses, voice actresses, a bartender, authors, ventriloquists, and puppeteers. The podcast is available on popular platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio. With a wide variety of guests and topics, "Let's Chat With" prov ...
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Ep. 68 - ooblix.com - Financing Your Wellness Needs, Including Stemcells
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Imagine a world where accessing credit is as quick and seamless as sending a text. At Ooblix.com, we've reimagined consumer finance to make this a reality. In just two minutes, you can open a credit account, empowering you to afford the wellness services you deserve without delay. Our platform offers the revolutionary option of daily payments, prov…
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! It is my absolute pleasure to announce today’s guest - please welcome Helen Castor to the pod, and we talk about her new book The Eagle and the Hart - the Tragedy of Richard II and Henry IV. Who were these monarchs? Who was Richard II and Henry IV? Let's see what was their story beyond what Shakespe…
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The Gunpowder Plot: Terror in Shakespeare's England with James Travers
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today is Guy Fawkes Night, a.k.a. Bonfire Night… Let’s talk about the history of it with James Travers, who has published three books on the topic. His last book, published with Amberley in 2019, also makes evident the conn…
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Ep. 67 - From Radio Beginnings to Airborne Adventures: A Career in Broadcasting with Mark Jeffrey
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In this episode, we sit down with veteran broadcaster Mark Jeffrey, who shares his incredible journey from growing up with a top 40 DJ dad to managing regional radio networks. Hear stories of his early career blunders, his first days in Phoenix, and his unexpected leap into traffic reporting from a helicopter. Alongside his mentor-turned-friend, Bi…
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Ep. 66 - Two Teaspoons Of Sugar A Day Will Keep The Doctor Away, Anything More You Should Ignore
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In this episode of Capital Fit, host, Dan Barnard and co-host, Dr. Rick Jacoby, discuss health issues linked to sugar and poor diets, emphasizing the release of Dr. Jacoby's upcoming book, "Unglued". They highlight the detrimental effects of glucose and processed foods on health, including diseases like diabetes and Alzheimer’s. They explore advanc…
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Scary History: Dark Valentines with Chris Wood
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! We continue a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Today we have a short bonus episode for you and …
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Scary History: A History of Death in 17th Century England with Ben Norman
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today we continue a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Please welcome back to the podcast, Ben No…
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Finding your Collaborative Edge™ - a Collaboration Equation™ episode with Somya Agrawal, Leader, Collaborator and Motivator
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Hello, and welcome to the second Collaboration Equation™ episode in Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd. Today’s guest is Somya Agrawal, Leader, Collaborator and Motivator and the title of our conversation is Finding your Collaborative Edge™. Leaders in Conversation is the podcast in which leaders share their life and leadership…
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Scary History: Ghost Encounters with Stuart Anderson Harris
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today we continue a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Please welcome to the podcast, the Stuart …
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In this episode of Capital Fit, host, Dan Barnard, welcomes Dolf De Roos, a well-known author, discussing their recent unique dinner with experts in healthcare and real estate. They explore topics like medical technology, wealth creation, and the significance of mindset and persistence in achieving success. Dolf shares insights from his diverse bac…
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Scary History: Women Who Kill with Erin Fetterly
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today we start a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Please welcome to the podcast, the author Eri…
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The Battle of Agincourt with Chris Riley
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Our great friend Chris Riley is back, this time to tell us all about the Battle of Agincourt of 1415, the one Shakespeare made famous with speeches like ‘Once More unto the Breech, dear friends, once more’ and ‘we few, we happy few, we band of brothers’... Welcome back, Chris! You can find Chris on @chrisrileyhistory on IG Our favourite books on Th…
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Stuart Spouses with Heather R Darsie
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Heather R Darsie is back on the podcast, this time with her brand new book Stuart Spouses: A Compendium of Consorts from James I of Scotland to Queen Anne of Great Britain, published by Pen & Sword. Who were the Consorts, supporting Scottish monarchs, from 15th to 18th century? Why did Mary Queen of Scots have three of them? Who was Mary of Guelder…
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Ep. 64 - Club E-Fit Home Gym System with Natalie Heckert, Inventor, Author, Athlete, Mother And Grandma
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In this episode of Capital Fit, host Dan Barnard discusses health and fitness with Natalie Heckert, a seasoned trainer and fitness innovator. They emphasize the importance of health in relation to wealth, highlighting the detrimental effects of processed foods. Natalie introduces her E-Fit platform, which combines resistance training with multiple …
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Empowering Multilingual Learners with Dr. Francesca Smith
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Join our conversation with Dr. Francesca Smith, a Bilingual Education Specialist and Early Literacy Consultant, as we explore the integration of the science of reading with bilingual education, explore strategies for enhancing foundational literacy skills in multilingual classrooms, and uncover effective ways to support and empower multilingual lea…
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In this eye-opening episode, we explore the extraordinary ways technology is bridging gaps and transforming lives. Dive into the latest innovations from the MedTech convention, where startups are raising billions to revolutionize healthcare. From continuous glucose monitors to cutting-edge wearables that modulate the vagus nerve, discover how these…
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today we present to you our interview with Richard Wallace, who has recently written a book for The History Press , titled ‘The King’s Loot: The Greatest Royal Jewellery Heist in History', What did Edward VIII inherit when his father died? Why was Queen Mary called a Royal Magpie? How did Queen Vict…
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The Ravenous Barbara Villiers with Andrea Zuvich
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Andrea Zuvich a.k.a. The 17th Century Lady is back on the podcast, and today we’re discussing her latest book - Ravenous: A Life of Barbara Villiers, Charles II’s Most Infamous Mistress. And what a life! Welcome back, Andrea! Barbara Villiers is known for being a mistress to Charles II, and a cousin to George, the Second Duke of Buckingham. Did you…
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Ep. 62 - Transforming the Future of Healthcare: A Conversation with Fore Genomics' Visionary CEO 🚀 Matt Pelo.
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Today, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the pioneering mind behind Ford Genomics, a company at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare through genetic testing. Our conversation delved into the groundbreaking technology platform they’ve developed, which screens infants for over 600 genetic defects. This is not just a technologic…
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Ep. 61 - Troy Casey Certified Health Nut & Fit At 59
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Dan and Troy talk about Troy Casey's book, #RippedAt50 A Journey To Self Love, and delve into his difficult childhood, leaving home at 14, and then becoming a male Versace model in Italy. Living the party life as a top model, raising children, divorcing, and getting back on track through his focus on healing his body, mindset, and Certified Health …
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Engage, Enable and Empower Through Your Leadership – a conversation with Somya Agrawal, Leader, Collaborator and Motivator
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Today’s guest is Somya Agrawal, Leader, Collaborator and Motivator. I had the joy of meeting Somya in June 2024, when she joined us for a Walking Partnerships day in Surrey, in the UK. Somya offers valuable insights into: Being the conductor and not the trumpet player - The difficult transition between manager and leader, how the role changes and t…
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Strategies for Early Reading Success with Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer
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Join our conversation with Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer, a leading literacy expert and professor from Virginia Tech, as we explore advanced early reading strategies, dive into the significance of reader-text matching, and unpack the power of morphology and complex vocabulary acquisition. We discuss: Effective techniques for aligning texts with reader capa…
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1066 and the Norman Conquest with Chris Riley: The Legacy
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Chris Riley is back on the podcast, with a four-part mini series on the Norman Conquest and the year 1066. This is the final one. And today we’ll be talking about the Legacy of the year 1066 and the Battle of Hastings. Why does it matter, almost a thousand years later, that the Saxons were defeated …
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1066 and the Norman Conquest with Chris Riley: The Battle of Hastings
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The historian Chris Riley, is back on the podcast, to talk about all things 1066: The Norman Conquest. This is the third of these episodes, and today we’re talking about the Battle of Hastings itself, the anniversary of which is today! You can find Chris on @chrisrileyhistory on IG Our favourite books on The Norman Conquest: https://www.penguin.co.…
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Let me introduce today’s guest Michèle Schindler, and we’ll be talking about a forgotten matriarch from the Wars fo the Roses - Alice Chaucer, who was Geoffrey Chaucer’s grandchild. Get Michèle's book here: https://www.amberley-books.com/what-is-better-than-a-good-woman.html For more history fodder …
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In this episode of "Capital Fit", host Dan Barnard engages in a lively discussion with Dr. Rick Jacoby about pressing health issues, particularly the decline in sperm count and rising diabetes rates. The conversation touches on the impact of diet on public health, emphasizing the need for awareness of sugar's detrimental effects. Jacoby introduces …
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Ep. 59 - Nutregenic and its CEO Richard Hart discuss X Oral Health and how it heals the body
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Richard Hart CEO and founder nutregenic.com dental oral topical application of human growth factor technology compounded by a Irvine California based regenerative dentist Dr Xerexz Calilung sees amazing results the past three years, it is a the value add for revenue enhancement to the dental practice and patients leave the office with less pain and…
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Strategies for Elevating Literacy Instruction with Dr. Sarah Lupo
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In this episode of the Science of Reading Leadership podcast, we're joined by Dr. Sarah Lupo, an associate professor from James Madison University. With a rich background in literacy education, Dr. Lupo delves into the latest research and innovative methods for enhancing literacy instruction. Tune in to hear about Dr. Lupo's passion and easy-to-imp…
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1066 and the Norman Conquest with Chris Riley: The Battle of Stamford Bridge
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The historian Chris Riley, is back on the podcast, to talk about all things 1066: The Norman Conquest. This is the second of these episodes, and today we’re talking about the Battle of Stamford Bridge, the anniversary of which is today! Why was this a fight few remember, instead always focussing on the Battle of Hastings? Why was Stamford Bridge im…
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Ep. 58 - Jeremy Hill’s Entrepreneurial Journey and Building a Business in Paradise
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In this episode of Capital Fit, host Dan connects with asset manager and entrepreneur Jeremy Hill, reporting from a rainy Sedona and Paradise Valley. Jeremy shares his story, from growing up in Texas and moving to Seattle, to his 25+ years in private equity, private credit, and risk management. They discuss how a chance LinkedIn connection led to a…
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1066 and the Norman Conquest with Chris Riley: The Origins
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The historian Chris Riley, is back on the podcast, to talk about all things 1066: The Norman Conquest. In this, the first of the four episodes in this mini series, we talk about the pre-cursors of the famous year and why is it so significant in retrospect. Why was England such a prize? Who wanted the throne of England? You can find Chris on @chrisr…
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Mastering Multisyllabic Decoding: Insights from Dr. Laura Tortorelli
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“If we really set kids up to read hard words, they'll be able to read more complex texts at every stage of the educational experience, and they'll have more options. It will give them more opportunities to see themselves as competent readers who can use reading as a tool for their own learning.” Dr. Laura Tortorelli, Associate Professor at Michigan…
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Ep. 57 - Innovate and Elevate: Entrepreneurial Journeys
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Join host Dan as he sits down with innovators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs who are changing the game in business, education, and beyond. On Capital Fit, we explore the powerful stories of individuals like Tim Kelly, chairman of Canyon Angels and professor at Grand Canyon University, who have successfully navigated the challenges of entrepren…
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Find out what it's like to be a singer/songwriter, voice-over actress, and co-host of the Opinionated Lushes podcast.Website: https://www.opinionatedlushes.com/https://www.instagram.com/jess_sweet_hart/
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Find out what it's like to be a singer/songwriter, voice-over actress, and co-host of the Opinionated Lushes podcast.Website: https://www.opinionatedlushes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jess_sweet_hart/
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Conversations that Transform Learning with Dr. Sonia Cabell
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"We're having a conversation to learn something, support each other, to cooperate. We're having conversations for purposes. But language is one of those things we're building as we have these conversations." In this powerful episode of Science of Reading Leadership, we're joined by Dr. Sonia Cabell, Associate Professor at Florida State University. …
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! It is our great pleasure to announce our next guest, the legendary Dan Jones. We’re going to talk about his new book - Henry V and the life and times of this great warrior king. How did Henry survive being struck with an arrow in his face, when most would perish from such a wound? What lessons of ki…
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Eating with the Tudors with Brigitte Webster
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today our guest is Brigitte Webster, and she’s going to tell us all about her book, published with Pen & Sword. She will tell us about the Tudors’ relationship with their food: what they ate, what they drank, and how it is different from our attitude towards food today. Brigitte lives in a 16th cent…
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1666: Plague, War and Hellfire with Rebecca Rideal
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! I am delighted to introduce today’s guest, Rebecca Rideal and we’re going to talk about her book '1666: Plague, War and Hellfire', which is particularly relevant due to the recent anniversary of the Great Fire of London. Let's dive into the history of the mid-1660's and see not only why The Plague, …
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The Battle of Bannockburn: The Legacy with Callum Watson
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This is the final in our trilogy of episodes regarding the great battle of Bannockburn, which happened in June 1314, when the might of England could not defeat the Scottish army. This is one of the most famous battles in Scottish history. In our previous episodes we spoke of the leaders of the opposing armies, as well as of the battle itself, in al…
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Firebrand (2023) with Dr Elizabeth Norton
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Today is our 1 year anniversary, we published our very first episode exactly a year ago! Also, this is our 70th episode! Another milestone. It is our absolute honour to introduce today’s guest, Dr Elizabeth Norton. She is a renowned historian, she has published many books on the Tudors, and recently she was the historical consultant for the new fil…
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That Woman: Wallis Simpson with Anne Sebba
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today I am delighted to present to you our interview with Anne Sebba, the author of That Woman: Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor - the first biography of the infamous duchess that was written by ...a woman. Wallis Simpson was the American divorcée for whom Edward VIII had abdicated his throne …
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The Battle of Bosworth with Jackson van Uden
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today we have a historian and podcaster Jackson van Uden of the 'History with Jackson' fame as our guest. We’ll be talking all things Bosworth. Find Jackson here: https://historywithjackson.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/historywithjackson/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxXh8pNeS7gdE377kgrNOIw …
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Discovering the Path to Reading Fluency with Timothy Rasinski, Ph.D.
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“Phonics is the topic that we focus on when we talk about the science of reading, but fluency has got to be part of that equation as well.” Dr. Timothy Rasinski, Professor of Literacy Education at Kent State University, joins us for an inspiring conversation about the importance of developing reading fluency as part of effective literacy instructio…
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Elizabeth I's Historical Hinge with Carol Ann Lloyd
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! The historian Carol Ann Lloyd is back on the podcast to talk about her new book ‘Courting the Virgin Queen: Elizabeth I and Her Suitors’. We examine Elizabeth’s Historical Hinge choices, and see why she swiped left…on almost all of them. The new book is released by Pen & Sword Publishing. Find Carol…
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Leadership, Creativity and Reflection - a conversation with Carien Borst Artist and Leadership Coach
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Leaders in Conversation with Anni Townend is the podcast in which I talk to leaders about their own life and leadership stories, to encourage you to reflect on your values, beliefs, passion and purpose, and inspire you to be even more confident and courageous in your leadership. About this episode: Today’s guest is Carien Borst, Artist and Leadersh…
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Transformative Literacy Practices to Empower All Learners and Educators
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“Early childhood is this golden moment for orthographic mapping.” In this powerful episode of Science of Reading Leadership, we're joined by Dr. Katharine Pace Miles, Associate Professor at Brooklyn College, City University of New York. Dr. Miles is renowned for her extensive research in orthographic mapping, high-frequency word learning, and devel…
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Ep 56 - Sedona Vineyards…Where Wine meets Real Estate and Opportunity!
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n a recent studio podcast session, Dan had the privilege of sharing the space with award winning real estate developer Doug Edgelow and his team from Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty, top 1% of realtors, Brad Kimmelman and teammate, Julie Halter. The discussion centered around an innovative adaptive reuse real estate project near Sedona in …
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to If It Ain't Baroque... your independent history podcast. As a special treat, today we have an episode about a new musical called ‘Wallis’, currently performing to high acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It tells us a story of a famous royal pair - Wallis Simpson and the soon-to-be-…
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Champion of English Freedom with Robin Eagles
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Today we present to you our interview with Robin Eagles, who has recently written a book for Amberley Publishing, titled "Champion of English Freedom: The Life of John Wilkes, M.P. and Lord Mayor of London". John Wilkes was a very important figure in 18th century politics, and within the same lifetime he managed to be a Member of the British Parlia…
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