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Where history and epic collide--"History on Fire" is a podcast by author and university professor Daniele Bolelli.
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The Drunken Taoist is a bi-monthly podcast by writer/martial artist/college professor/whatever-label-you-feel-like-adding Daniele Bolelli. One of the monthly episodes features discussions and interviews with one or more guests. The other includes the infamous Bolelli rants and verbal Tai Chi with co-host Rich Evirs. Topics covered by the show include the common thread is whatever makes life intense, passionate and worth living. Anything that meets this requirement is fair game-regardless of ...
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Dan Horning and Bernie Maopolski discuss the events of ancient history all over the world, decade by decade, starting at 1000 BC and moving forward. We love history! History, History, History! That’s all we think of … History in the morning, History for lunch, History for dinner… even history right before bed! And we talk about all the key people in Ancient History – Julius Caesar, Gilgamesh, Jesus, Budha, Lao Tzu, Confucious, Solon, Pythagoras, Alexander the Great, Plato, Socrates, Aristotl ...
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ACTA NON VERBA is a raw and real podcast with hard hitting interviews featuring people that live by the Ethos of “Actions, not words.” Join TEDx speaker, Bestselling Author, Veteran, and Leadership & Mindset Coach Marcus Aurelius Anderson as he goes inside the minds and experiences of the world’s most successful Warriors, Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Experts to give you the Philosophies, Concepts, Tactics, and Strategies they use to turn Adversity into Victory and live an EXTRAORDINARY life b ...
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The monthly podcast by Yulia features interviews with Entrepreneurs, Authors, & Creatives. By exploring the idea of living your dream, the show guides listeners on the path to actualizing their true potential. Topics focus on business, diversity, women empowerment, culture, social impact, & STE(A)M. Live your best life while making the world a better place. DNL is also a multi-media company consisting of a Creative Agency + Podcast. Amplifying diversity, social impact, & women empowerment. W ...
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How do we fight, and why? What does the way we humans engage in combat say about us? FightCast means to explore Stage Combat, Martial Arts, and Military History with an aim to unravel the story told by the fighting human.
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The Hollow Tube is a hotline to the answers you've been searching for and the questions you have yet to ask. The Hollow Tube is a phone call to your big brother, your favorite uncle or a wise elder. The Hollow Tube is a wake-up call from the past, the future, and your ultimate self. Join Dr. Patrick and Dr. Michael Bays on this fantastic journey of transformation. You can trust us- we're doctors. Subscribe today.
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Rich Diviney: On Mastering Uncertainty, Building Trust, and Leading with Dynamic Subordination
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This week Rich Diviney delves into his latest work, 'The Masters of Uncertainty,' which offers strategies for managing stress and performing under pressure. Rich shares the importance of understanding and deconstructing attributes, the concept of dynamic subordination in teams, and the critical role of trust. The conversation also touches on the ne…
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212. 510s BC part 2 - The Empire Strikes First: Darius’ Persian Machine and the Scythian War
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Darius the Great wasn’t just a king—he was the architect of the Persian Empire. In the 510s BC, he faced two major challenges: conquering the Scythians, and organizing the largest empire the world had ever seen. But what happens when you try to conquer an enemy that never stands still?In this episode, we break down his Scythian campaign against the…
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Poets and Pirates, Sex and Drugs, Love and Music: D’Annunzio and L’Impresa di Fiume (Part 1)
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“We heard that D’Annunzio was coming, and Italy and freedom were coming with him.” Anonymous Italian citizen of Fiume “The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom.” William Blake “Legionaries adore him. The men from the palace fear him. Little kids think he’s the devil.” Leon Kochnitzky about Guido Keller This is the tale of one of the weirdes…
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Artist Adam Himebauch on creating narratives.
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or Season 8, our first guest is Adam Himebauch, a multi-media artist in NYC. Adam is one of my favorite contemporary artists in performance and fine art. He was recently profiled in the New York Times. You can easily spend hours down the Himebauch rabbit hole — which is pure fun, meta, and is multi-dimensional. The best way to describe Adam is “But…
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Lara Jones on G.R.I.T, the power of commitment, and Overcoming Adversity
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This week Lara Jones, an award-winning leadership speaker, shares her journey of overcoming significant adversity, including personal traumas and challenges, to build a multi-million dollar empire and become a competitive athlete. The discussion delves into the importance of grit, resilience, and turning negative experiences into empowering opportu…
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What´s New In History: We Figured out Rome's Dodecohedron Mystery!
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Rome left us roads, aqueducts, and massive temples—but they also left us a mystery. The Roman Dodecahedron is one of the most bizarre artifacts of the ancient world—found across Europe but with zero explanation. No Roman texts mention it. No art depicts it. And no two dodecahedrons are exactly alike. So what the hell were they used for? In this epi…
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Episode 269 - The Roots of Violence
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Rayron Gracie on Jiu-Jitsu, Altruism, and the Authentic Path
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This week, Rayron Gracie, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and four-time world champion from the famous Gracie family, shares his life journey, discussing his influential family background, his love for writing, and the philosophy of living a life based on actions, not words. The conversation explores Rayron's experiences and insights gained from c…
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Darius is firmly in charge of the Empire, so what's next? Well go get a bunch of wives for one! Dan takes us through the beginning of Darius' reign of this HUGE empire. Another thing to think about... are we seeing the true birth of the "Axial Age"? Buddha and his disciples are AMAZINGLY CLOSE to the Persian Empire if not actually part of it. Zoroa…
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Warrior Wisdom: Lessons from the Works of Robert Greene (Replay)
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Understanding human nature is critical for mastery. This week I’m exploring the lessons of Robert Greene and what he can teach us about emotional states, crossroads, and getting more by doing less. Listen in as I share the most profound lessons from his books and how you can apply them to utilize the power of seduction strategy in your own life. Ro…
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From Republic to Autocracy, How Ancient Rome Warns Us About Democracy’s Fragility Alex Petkas is a writer, entrepreneur, and the host of Cost of Glory, a podcast celebrating Western Civilization's eminent heroes. With a PhD in Classics from Princeton University, he transitioned from academia to alternative media, where he empowers professionals and…
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Coach Chris Lee on Becoming a Green Beret, Goalsetting, Overcoming Adversity, and Purpose Beyond the Battlefield
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On today’s episode Chris Lee, a former Green Beret turned life and mindset coach, shares his journey from serving as an 18 Delta, a Special Forces Medic, to transitioning into a career focused on coaching high performers and purpose-driven individuals. Marcus and Chris discuss the significance of actions over words, the challenges Chris faced durin…
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We wrap up the Roaring 520s BC with a stellar cast of characters: The Buddha, Confucius, Lao Tzu, Darius and more! Tying up loose ends in China, a young Confucius meets the wise old Taoist sage Lao Tzu and the foundation of Chinese thought is birthed right here. And in Greece if one brother wasn't such a hot-head the movie "the 300" may never have …
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EPISODE 110: A Tale of Two Saints, St. Francis and Drukpa Kunley
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“What are servants of God good for, if not for moving the hearts of men and elevating them to spiritual joy?” St. Francis “I’ve come to help you all. Where can I find the best beer and the most beautiful women?” Drukpa Kunley “I tried going to hell, but the path there was so packed with hypocritical priests that I had to turn back.” Drukpa Kunley F…
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Steven Pressfield on Overcoming Resistance as an Author, Putting Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be, and Why the Bigger the Dream, the Bigger the Resistance (Replay)
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On today’s episode Steven Pressfield shares the power of resistance and how creatives can overcome self-doubt. Listen in as Steven and I discuss the barriers we create for ourselves by giving into resistance, the excavating process of writing, and how continuing to write after success is an ongoing process of following your own compass. Steven Pres…
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What's New In History - Michael Hoffen’s Be a Scribe!
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Most high school students are busy with math and history—but Michael Hoffen took it a step further and learned ancient Egyptian! In this episode, we talk with the teen author of Be a Scribe!, a beautifully illustrated book that follows young Pepi’s journey to becoming a scribe. Michael shares how his passion for hieroglyphs began in middle school, …
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Episode 268 - Jimi Hendrix, Taoism and Luigi Mangione
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Episode 268 - Jimi Hendrix, Taoism and Luigi MangioneBy Daniele Bolelli
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Damon D'Amore on being a Legacy Mentor, The New Zero, Why 85% of His Clients are Women, and Turning Adversity into Opportunity in Life and Business
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This week on Acta Non Verba, Damon D'Amore, a seasoned advisor to Fortune 500 executives, shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and authenticity. With over 25 years of experience, Damon discusses the importance of self-leadership, adapting to adversity, and maintaining one's core values. He recounts his personal struggles, including a pivo…
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209. 520s BC part 9: FIRE! FIRE! FIRE! China 524 BC
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In 524 BC, the unthinkable happened—four capitals in ancient China were engulfed in flames on the same day. But this wasn’t a random disaster; it was foretold. In this episode, we uncover the prophecy, explore the political intrigue surrounding the fires, and spotlight Zichan of Zheng, "Exemplary firefighting plan" saved his state from devastation.…
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[RERUN] EPISODE 74: The Life of Marcus Aurelius (Part 2): Stoicism, Pandemic and War
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“No matter how big a guy might be, Nicky would take him on. You beat Nicky with fists, he comes back with a bat. You beat him with a knife, he comes back with a gun. And you beat him with a gun, you better kill him, because he'll keep comin' back and back until one of you is dead.” From the film Casino “The condition of the people was pitiable to b…
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WARRIOR WISDOM: On Purpose, True Nature, and Why If You Don’t Have to Trust Them, You Can Always Trust Them
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This week on Acta Non Verba, Marcus Aurelius Anderson delves into the concept of Dharma, exploring its various meanings in religions like Sikhism, Buddhism, and Hinduism, and simplifies it to purpose and nature. By sharing leadership lessons and stories, Marcus emphasizes adapting to and anticipating behavior based on true nature, rather than tryin…
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What´s New In History: The 10 Commandments 1956 Film
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One of our favorite recurring guests, Gil Kidron, has another podcast about movies and we had a wild time discussing the 1956 classic movie "The 10 Commandments" starring Charlton Heston, Yule Brenner, John Derrick and directed by Cecil B. DeMille. Amazing movie. Great discussion. Don't miss it! Links to "As Depicted on Film" spotify https://open.s…
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Daniele Bolelli on Taoism, Ego, and Wisdom
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On today’s episode, Daniele is sharing his views on Daoism, enlightenment, and radical kindness that bring greater understanding. Listen in as Daniele and I explore what happens when we romanticize the concept of religion and philosophy, how Daoism teaches you to get back up, and how creating his own understanding of actions and philosophy led to l…
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208. 520s BC part 8: King Ping Took the Ding
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The 520s BC in China were anything but quiet. With states like Qi and Jin vying for influence, leaders like Zichan rising to prominence, and strange omens hinting at disaster, this decade laid the groundwork for one of the most extraordinary events in Zhou history. Join us as we unravel the decade’s intrigue and ambition where a father steals his s…
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