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Lore

Aaron Mahnke

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The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
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Infamous America

Black Barrel Media

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Historical True Crime — assassins, gangsters, mobsters and lawmen; manhunts, scandals and unexplained phenomena. Stories of the wildest and darkest chapters of America's past.
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This American President

Parthenon Podcast Network

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This American President delves into the lives and legacies of U.S. presidents through long form stories and interviews. It will challenge the way you look at American history. Hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal. Art by NipRogers.com.
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A dive into historical topics from an elevated perspective. New episodes will be out every Wednesday. Find us on our socials:@Historicallyhi on Twitter @historicallyhighpod on Instagram. Don't forget to like, rate, subscribe, and let your friends know what they are missing.
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Southern Gothic

Southern Gothic Media

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Step into the world of the unknown and unravel the dark history, and infamous legends of the American South. Join us as we journey into the heart of this rich and fascinating region, uncovering its ghostly stories, haunted places, and eeriest tales through captivating storytelling, in-depth historical research, and an immersive audio soundscape. From the Bell Witch of Tennessee to the haunted Waverly Hills Sanatorium, the ghostly tales of the Myrtles Plantation, the Curse of Lake Lanier and ...
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Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks about everything from the Aztecs to witches, Velázquez to Shakespeare, Mughal India to the Mayflower. Not, in other words, just the Tudors, but most definitely also the Tudors. Each episode Suzannah is joined by historians and experts to reveal incredible stories about one of the most fascinating periods in history.
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The Undisputed Podcast. Discussing the biggest stories in the world of sports. It's unscripted and unfiltered. Don't miss the television show Monday-Friday at 9:30am ET on FS1.
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Where History Comes Alive! A fast-paced, well-researched weekly podcast covering a wide range of historical events, persons, places, legends, and mysteries, Hosted by Jon Hagadorn, the selection of stories and interviews includes lost treasure, unsolved mysteries, unexplained phenomenon, WWII stories, biographies, disasters, legends of the Old West, American Revolutionary history, urban legends, movie backstories, and much more. Available wherever podcasts are found, including Apple Podcasts ...
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Presidential

The Washington Post

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The Washington Post's Presidential podcast explores how each former American president reached office, made decisions, handled crises and redefined the role of commander-in-chief. It was released leading up to up to Election Day 2016, starting with George Washington in week one and ending on week 44 with the president-elect. New special episodes in the countdown to the 2020 presidential election highlight other stories from U.S. presidential history that can help illuminate our current momen ...
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Taking a record of the heart and minds of the people, American Journal puts the power of the conversation into the callers' hands. Join us Monday through Friday, 8-11AM CST and call in to talk to our roundtable of rotating hosts on all current topics and stories in the news and on your mind. https://banned.video/channel/the-american-journal https://linktr.ee/TheAmericanJournal Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-american-journal--4723388/support.
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Listening to America

Listening to America

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Listening to America aims to “light out for the territories,” traveling less visited byways and taking time to see this immense, extraordinary country with fresh eyes while listening to the many voices of America’s past, present, and future. Led by noted historian and humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson, Listening to America travels the country’s less visited byways, from national parks and forests to historic sites to countless under-recognized rural and urban places. Through this exploration ...
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A podcast where we retell stories, some historical and some fictional, that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from the little baby lying in their crib, to the grandparents watching these babies.
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Japanese America

Japanese America

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Welcome to "Japanese America," where the Japanese American National Museum unveils captivating stories that add a Nikkei slant to the American narrative. In each episode, we explore the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of Japanese Americans, illuminating their rich contributions to the mosaic of American life. From historical milestones to contemporary perspectives, join us for an insightful journey through the curated collection of the Japanese American National Museum, showcasi ...
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Welcome to History SideQuests, hosted by Lewis Connolly. This serialized podcast takes you on a journey through the hidden stories of American history, exploring the echoes of memory etched into the topography of these United States. Each episode uncovers the emotional and historical imprints left behind by remarkable individuals and events, revealing the connections that bind us to the past. Join us as we delve into the intersections of history and place, unearthing the narratives that have ...
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History of North America

History of North America

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Sweeping historical saga of the United States (USA), Canada and Mexico from their deep origins to our present epoch. Join host Mark Vinet on this exciting and fascinating journey through time, exploring and focusing on the interesting, compelling, wonderful and tragic stories of the North American continent, its inhabitants, heroes, villains, leaders, environment and geography.
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Described in one review as a 'Belfast Tardis', Historical Belfast is Belfast's one and only history podcast on the airwaves. Hosted by historian Jason Burke, it provides an accessible and entertaining insight into the fascinating history of Northern Ireland's capital city, once proclaimed as 'the Athens of the North'.
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Traveling America's backroads, history lovers - Noah and Noodles - uncover fascinating stories overlooked by the public. Living out of a van, they visit each story location and share the (often shocking) secrets held within. If you love travel, history and and thoughtful storytelling - this is the show for you.
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For the Ages: A History Podcast

New-York Historical Society

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Explore the rich and complex history of the United States and beyond. Produced by the New-York Historical Society, host David M. Rubenstein engages the nation’s foremost historians and creative thinkers on a wide range of topics, including presidential biography, the nation’s founding, and the people who have shaped the American story. Learn more at nyhistory.org.
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Down and Back: AKC Dog Podcast

The American Kennel Club, Inc.

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Host Bud Boccone tells the tales of breeds, dogs, and dog-loving humans who’ve shaped America (and Americans) over generations. Tapping 140 years of historical records, archival footage, oral histories, interviews, and more, Down and Back brings the stories of the sport of dogs to life as only AKC can.
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Welcome to Hometown History, where the forgotten past comes alive. Our mission? To unearth the hidden gems of history that do not make it into the textbooks. Whether it's a local legend that's been overlooked, a historical event that shaped a small town, or a mysterious occurrence lost in the annals of time, we dig deep to bring you the untold stories that deserve to be heard. Tune in as we travel back in time, uncovering the history you thought you knew and introducing you to the stories yo ...
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Welcome to the new 1001 Stories From the Old West.. Here we offer hand-picked accounts from diaries, historical documents, autobiographies, books of the time period, and historians to bring you the American frontier story directly from the people who lived it. You'll hear actual accounts of Indian battles, pioneer struggles, outlaws, cowboys and Indians, lawmen, and the men and women who took the chance and moved west, many by wagon train, to a largely uncharted and wild territory. Go west, ...
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The Wreckage

American Jewish Historical Society

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The Wreckage is a new narrative podcast from the American Jewish Historical Society chronicling the unique stories of Jewish Americans, from the years immediately following World War II through the end of the Cold War. In the aftermath of history’s most destructive war, American Jews mobilized through aid work, military service, and activism to help solve the largest refugee crisis in history. While fears of a resurgence of fascism were at the forefront, the very real threats of the spread o ...
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Welcome to an exciting journey through American History, inspired by our wildly popular Adventure Box Curriculum, available at www.HistoricalConquest.com. But don’t worry if you haven’t grabbed your copy yet—you’re still in for a thrilling ride. We’re starting from the very dawn of history, tracing the stories from the ancient Olmecs all the way to modern times. Instead of just skimming the surface, we’ll dive deep into the lives of those who shaped history, uncovering the personal tales beh ...
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More Than Corn

Kim and Jack Laing

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"More Than Corn" is a love letter to the American Midwest, a region woven from quiet resilience, warmhearted hospitality, and a deep connection to the land. We'll wander through small towns where stories whisper on the wind, bustling cities that hum with creativity, and vast landscapes that speak of a timeless past. Each week, hosts Kim and Jack Laing, go into the cornfields and beyond the cornfields, showcasing the Midwest's diverse landscapes, cultural events, historical landmarks, and eve ...
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Preserving and promoting Florida's rural landscape and ranching heritage by sharing forgotten and little known history along with interviews, stories, and cowboy poetry capturing the lifestyle of both historical and contemporary cowboys in the Sunshine State.
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Three modern emergency physicians and their show's "medical history intern" take a lighthearted, humorous quest through various stories in the history of medicine. New episodes every two weeks and a bonus episode once per month. Topics span from ancient times to relatively recent history, all related to important advancements, people, or discoveries in the history of medicine. To provide feedback, check out merch, and to support the show in other ways, head on over to our website: www.poorhi ...
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The Antietam and Beyond Podcast

Tom McMillan and John Banks

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Authors John Banks and Tom McMillan dive deep into the Battle of Antietam — September 17, 1862, the bloodiest day in American history — as well as into the 1862 Maryland Campaign and other Civil War topics. Join these longtime journalists, who, along with their guests, share stories, knowledge and much more about the battle and the most compelling period in American history. The podcast is sponsored by Civil War Trails, which since 1994 has connected visitors with small towns and big stories ...
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Behind every news headline, there’s another, deeper story. It’s a story about power. In Deep Background, Harvard Law School professor and Bloomberg View columnist Noah Feldman will bring together a cross-section of expert guests to explore the historical, scientific, legal, and cultural context that help us understand what’s really going on behind the biggest stories in the news.iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries.
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Welcome to US News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Tune in to get your daily US news covering politics, elections, the economy, foreign policy, social issues, current events, and breaking news. Say goodbye to overwhelming headlines and information overload. Want to get these updates by email? Subscribe to Brief today https: ...
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Rock, Paper, Swords!

Matthew Harffy and Steven A. McKay

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The Historical Action and Adventure Podcast - making history come alive! Bestselling authors Matthew Harffy and Steven A. McKay chat about writing action and adventure stories, diving into some of the more quirky and unusual aspects of history, with a detour through music and its role in their process. Each episode covers different exciting themes, often with brilliant guests who help shed light on what Matthew and Steven have decided to talk about that week. Get bonus episodes and more by s ...
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History Impossible

Alexander von Sternberg

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History Impossible covers some of the less-known, strange, and supposedly impossible events, people, and ideologies throughout history that are all nonetheless true. The settings and time periods range from the Second World War to ancient Japan to medieval Europe, and many more. The show engages with difficult ideas and impossible decisions that were made by human beings like you or me, always to significant effect. It goes out of its way to grant agency to all of its subjects and does its b ...
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Are you fascinated by history's hidden mysteries and the allure of buried treasures waiting to be discovered? Join us on an exhilarating journey as we delve into the world of "Lost Treasures," a thrilling podcast that ventures into the depths of time, uncovering forgotten and buried historical artifacts and lost treasures from all over the world. We discuss the fascination of how these objects got there but also how they were found! Subscribe to 'Lost Treasures' now and join us as we redisco ...
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Legal Speak

Charles Garnar

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Legal Speak is a weekly podcast that makes sense of what's happening in the legal industry. Each episode tackles a subject that's worthy of a deep dive—from law firm profit hacks to Supreme Court showdowns to the most promising plays in legal tech. Hosted by Senior Litigation Reporter of the Daily Report Cedra Mayfield and Senior Staff Writer for the American Lawyer Patrick Smith, Legal Speak offers straight talk from experts, plus an inside-the-newsroom perspective on market-shaping stories.
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for Luthiers, by Luthiers

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We cover the lives of violin makers, their best parts and worst parts, yesterday and today. Historical stories, interviews with experts and makers in the field. Omobono Stradivari was the least liked son of his father, Antonio, he was remembered in Antonio's will as a screw up. He is our north star. We are all part of this. We all belong exactly here.
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Clay interviews former NPR CEO Ken Stern, author of a provocative 2018 book, Republican Like Me: How I Left the Liberal Bubble and Learned to Love the Right. Weary of living in a liberal cosmos that found the other side “deplorable,” Ken traveled America to experience rituals that many associate with the political Right. He hunted a pig in Texas, v…
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Embark on "The American Legacy," a month-long curriculum that explores the rich and diverse history of ancient civilizations across North, South, and Mesoamerica. Beginning with the earliest known cultures in these regions, students will journey through the rise and fall of influential societies.By zacket
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Send us a Text Message. Hosts Koji and Michelle delve into the intricate nature of genuine apologies and the actions that must accompany them to signify real growth and understanding. They share personal stories, such as Koji's challenging week with a broken-down car and a bat incident, and Michelle's temporary homelessness due to fumigation, to il…
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Sailing upstream, Jacques Cartier reached the end of navigation at a large island in the St. Lawrence River. Here he found another Amerindian village, called Hochelaga, on the site of the present city of Montreal, Canada. From the height behind it, to which he gave the name Mont Real—better known today as Mont Royal or Mount Royal in English—he cou…
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(0:10): Deputy Killed in Ambush Responding to Georgia Domestic Dispute, First Line-of-Duty Death for Paulding County (1:32): Heatwave Strikes Pikes Peak Airshow: 100 Treated for Heat Illnesses, 10 Hospitalized (3:27): AT&T Workers Strike: 17,000 Walk Out Over Unfair Labor Practices, Impacting Services Across Nine States (5:38): Graham Warns Trump: …
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Today’s show is preempted by the second hour of a special 2-hour DemocracyNow!, broadcasting from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Audio for the first hour can be found here. Information about today’s show can be found here. The post Special Event Programming: DemocracyNow at the DNC (hour 2 of 2-hour special) appeared first on KPFA.…
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Serial killers. Gangsters. Gunslingers. Victorian-era murderers. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Each week, the Most Notorious podcast features true-life tales of crime, criminals, tragedies and disasters throughout history. Host Erik Rivenes interviews authors and historians who have studied their subjects for years. Their stories are offe…
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The legends that are unique to America might be newer than some, but they still pack a powerful punch. But however familiar they might be, there’s always a darker side that needs to be explored. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Harry Marks and Aaron Mahnke, editing by Alex Robinson, and research by Alexandra Steed. ————————— L…
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In this episode of Hometown History, we journey into the life of Paul Revere, not just as the legendary rider who warned of the British invasion, but as the Founding Father of Propaganda. Through his craftsmanship and powerful engravings, Revere ignited the revolutionary spirit and unified the colonies against British rule. From his early days as a…
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Please enjoy this re-release of a past episode of For the Ages. New episodes will return Fall 2024. Henry Louis Gates Jr. has helped reshape the nation’s collective understanding of the legacy of slavery, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the ongoing struggle for racial equality. The storied filmmaker, literary scholar, journalist, cultural cri…
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We have long been taught that modern global history began when the 'Old World' encountered the 'New', when Christopher Columbus 'discovered' America in 1492. But, in a groundbreaking book, Dr. Caroline Dodds Pennock conclusively shows that for tens of thousands of Aztecs, Maya, Totonacs, Inuit and others - enslaved people, diplomats, explorers, ser…
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The Legend of the 13 Turtle Moons is a powerful example of the Indian's belief in oneness with the earth. Look on the shell of most fresh water turtles and you will see 13 large scales. The Indians believe that these 13 scales represent the 13 new moons which occure in nature and make up the full year. Each new moon begins a 28 day "month" - 13 mon…
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Denary Novels, Book Three — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, …
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Kate Quinn is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of historical fiction. A native of southern California, she attended Boston University where she earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Classical Voice. She has written four novels in the Empress of Rome Saga, and two books in the Italian Renaissance, before turning to the 20th c…
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Saint Marie de l'Incarnation (1599-1672) was a French Ursuline nun. As part of a group of sisters sent to New France in 1639 to establish the Ursuline Order, Marie was crucial in the spread of Catholicism in New France. She was a religious author and has been credited with founding the first girls' school in the New World. Check out the YouTube ver…
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Guest: Paul Cooper is a podcaster, a historian, and the author of Fall of Civilizations: Stories of Greatness and Decline. He writes, produces, and hosts the Fall of Civilizations podcast which explores the collapse of different societies through history. The post Paul Cooper of Fall Of Civilizations: In Conversation appeared first on KPFA.…
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(0:10): Judge Denies Trump's Recusal Bid Again; Sentencing Set for 34 Felony Counts Amid Election Campaign (1:44): Break-In at Trump Campaign Office: Suspect with Criminal Past Sought by Authorities (3:15): Biden Hosts First White House Creator Economy Conference, Calls Influencers 'Future of News' (5:10): Ex-NFL Player Cierre Wood Sentenced to Lif…
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Two years. Two months. Two days. This is the time spent by David Henry Thoreau along the shores of Walden Pond. We now look into his self-proclaimed “experiment in living simply” and ask ourselves two short questions: What exactly did Thoreau do during this time? And maybe more importantly, what did he hope to accomplish while residing at his fable…
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This is one of those episodes where we're happy to have Alba's perspective. We'll explore the history of breast surgery, it's various early procedures, and a host of things done to change women's chests for a variety of reasons. References: https://citylights.com/topographies/cleavage-man-made-breasts/ Cleavage book, Nora Jacobson, 2000 (MAIN SOURC…
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Go deeper into the subject matter of our most recent episode (260: Ghostwriter) with these three recommendations from further back in the Lore catalog: Episode 37: LorePodcast.com/episodes/37 Episode 61: LorePodcast.com/episodes/61 Episode 215: LorePodcast.com/episodes/215 ———————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/music Episode Source…
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All this month, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is taking a deep dive into the complex and controversial House of Medici, which left an indelible mark on Western civilisation. In this second episode, Suzannah talks to Dr. Alexander Lee about Lorenzo de’ Medici, the consummate Renaissance man. But Machiavelli portrayed him as a cunning and ambitious rul…
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Dive into the tumultuous events of the Stamp Act Riots, one of the most notorious rebellions in American history! In this video, we explore the formation of the Loyal Nine, a group of passionate patriots who played a pivotal role in resisting British taxation. Discover how their actions ignited widespread protests and led to a surge of revolutionar…
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(0:10): Starbucks Appoints Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol; Stock Soars 25% Amid Leadership Shakeup (2:03): Arizona and Missouri Set for Historic Votes on Abortion Rights Amid National Movement (4:00): Arkansas Officer Fired for Brutally Assaulting Handcuffed Inmate, Faces Decertification and FBI Investigation (5:50): Ford and Mazda Urge 475,000 Drivers …
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Our host Richard Lim has a special announcement about a new project he's been working on. Here's a hint: it's about George Washington. Listen to learn the details and about how you can get involved. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/georgewashingtonbook/refusing-a-crown-how-george-washington-changed-everything JOIN PREMIUM Listen ad-free for onl…
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In this chilling episode of Hometown History, we journey back to the fog-laden streets of 1930s Cleveland, where the shadow of the infamous Cleveland Torso Murderer loomed large over the city. From the grim discovery of the first victim on the shores of Lake Erie to the relentless hunt for a killer that left the police baffled and the public in fea…
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Guest: Ilan Pappe is Professor of History at the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies and Director of the European Centre for Palestine Studies at the University of Exeter. He is the author of several books, including the bestselling The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine; A History of Modern Palestine; and his latest, Lobbying for Zionism on Both Side…
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In this episode, Bud Boccone separates fact from fiction as he answers questions about the Titanic, allergy season, studbooks, and all kinds of other dog-related trivia. However many thousands of years we spend getting to know dogs, it seems there is always something new to learn. From their origins to survival stories, dogs lead fascinating lives.…
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We're about as Midwestern as it gets, which means we LOVE hearing from folks. Send us a message telling us what you think of the show or any questions you have. Come on; don't be shy! We're back, and we missed you! We've been busy over these last several weeks of summer, and we know you have too. But now that things are quieting down and getting ba…
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Reaching the moon is arguably humanity's greatest accomplishment. When Kennedy promised we would reach the moon by the end of the decade, it sounded like a big commitment considering we had only just got a man into orbit some 3 days earlier. NASA used programs Mercury and Gemini to build towards the Apollo Program. The promise would be fulfilled in…
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In this episode, we're taking a look back at articles and stories that were featured in the Florida Cattleman Magazine many years ago. The heritage of our cattle culture has oftentimes been encapsulated in the pages of this magazine provided as a service to the membership of the Florida Cattlemen's Association and back issues are now archived withi…
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Saint François de Laval (1623-1708) was a French Catholic prelate who served as Apostolic Vicar of New France from 1658-74 and as Bishop of Quebec from 1674 until he retired due to poor health in 1688. He continued to work in New France until his death in 1708. He was declared a Saint in 2014. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https:…
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The Tifo team jaunt through a variety of topics on the eve of a new season of European football, including: Expectations and realities for Manchester City & Manchester United, Dominic Solanke's move to Spurs, Pedro Neto's to Chelsea, the summer window in Spain, and the hopes and dreams of the Premier League's promoted teams. Learn more about your a…
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(0:10): Biden's 'Time Is Money' Initiative Targets Unwanted Subscriptions and Junk Fees to Protect Consumers (1:58): Trump Sues DOJ for $100M Over Mar-a-Lago Raid, Claims Political Persecution and Malicious Prosecution (3:53): NYC Man Charged with Hate Crime After Stabbing Near Synagogue, Community Condemns Antisemitic Violence (5:44): U.S. Resumes…
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Guests Jeff Spinner-Halev is the Kenan Eminent Professor of Political Ethics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is the author of several books including his latest, Respect and Loathing in American Democracy: Polarization, Moralization, and the Undermining of Equality co-authored with Elizabeth Theiss-Morse. Elizabeth Theiss-Mor…
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In a 1946 letter to Secretary of State James Byrnes, President Harry Truman proclaimed, “I’m tired of babying the Soviets.” Once the United States’ strongest anti-Fascist ally, the Soviet Union was rapidly becoming its greatest enemy, and fears that the Soviets would have access to atomic weapons led to an unprecedented era of paranoia and spying. …
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