Best Ernest Shackleton Podcasts (2024)

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Ernest Shackleton 29:31

1h ago29:31

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Dan charts the life, successes and failures of the charismatic and chaotic Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton. In late 1914, Shackleton led 27 men on a voyage to cross the Antarctic. But what should have been a successful expedition turned into a two-year nightmare of hardship and catastrophe when their vessel the Endurance was crushed in the Wed…

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The Hunt for the Endurance Shipwreck 38:37

12m ago38:37

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In 2022 Dan was part of the international expedition that went in search of Shackleton's lost shipwreck Endurance in the Weddell Sea in Antarctica; what they discovered on the sea floor was more extraordinary than anything they could have imagined. It was no easy task, the Weddell Sea is one of the most remote and inhospitable places on earth and t…

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Into the Taiga: The Incredible Survival of the Lykov Family 9:00

3d ago9:00

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In this episode of In The Wild, we uncover the awe-inspiring tale of the Lykov family, who fled persecution in 1936 and vanished into the Siberian wilderness—remaining isolated from the outside world for over 40 years. Discover how this resilient family thrived amidst brutal winters, wild predators, and scarce resources, relying on ingenuity, faith…

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Tom Crean: The Unsung Irish Hero of the Antarctic 51:40

33m ago51:40

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He was one of the last men to see Antarctic Explorer Robert Scott alive and was Shackleton's right-hand man on the Endurance expedition. So why don't more people know the name Tom Crean? He was a steadfast and courageous Irishman whose legendary feats in Antarctica shaped the course of exploration history. Born in 1877, Crean joined the Royal Navy …

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Ep166: Chris Garcia on Engineering Protein Drugs for Cancer, Autoimmunity 1:03:35

1h ago1:03:35

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Chris Garcia, professor at Stanford University and co-founder of several biotech startups, on using protein engineering to advance new treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases.By Timmerman Report

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Storm chasing with Jaclyn Whittal 41:05

3d ago41:05

41:05

It is definitely hurricane season, so what better time than now to sit down for a conversation with one of the world's leading storm chasers, Jaclyn Whittal. You probably know Whittal as the long-time co-host of Storm Chasers, where you’ll regularly find her reporting from Oklahoma's Tornado Alley, at the leading edge of some of the biggest hurrica…

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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 3 34:27

1h ago34:27

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Hiram Bingham has found Machu Picchu. In this episode, he goes searching for the last Inca cities - Vitcos and Vilcabamba. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/EXPLORERSPOD and get on your way to being your best self. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.co…

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Scotland & England's Union 23:04

3h ago23:04

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The union between the nations of Great Britain goes back to 1707. On each side of the border, statesmen started to realise that a closer relationship offered solutions to problems both countries were facing: Scotland needed economic security and England needed political safeguards against French attacks. In this episode, Scottish historian Professo…

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Scotland's Disastrous Attempt at Empire 29:45

9h ago29:45

29:45

In the late 17th century, Scotland tried to establish a colony in Panama - and it all went horribly wrong. In July 1698, a fleet of five ships departed from the Firth of Forth with some 1,200 people onboard. They were bound for the Isthmus of Panama, a paradise in Central America, and their goal was to establish Scotland's first colony - New Caledo…

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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 2 33:16

1d ago33:16

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In part 2 of our series, we follow the 1911 Yale Peruvian Expedition as they go searching for the last cities of the legendary Inca Empire. However, Hiram Bingham will find something entirely different - a place no one had yet documented - Machu Picchu. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in a…

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Robert the Bruce, King of Scots 59:28

2d ago59:28

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Robert the Bruce is best remembered as a rebel king, and for good reason. He was an unrelenting thorn in the side of any English monarch with ambitions to subdue Scotland. His heroics at the decisive Battle of Bannockburn helped to finally free his country from English occupation. But under the surface, this legendary rebel was also an opportunist,…

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Rise of the Medici 41:00

5d ago41:00

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The House of Medici ruthlessly wielded control of Florence for nearly 300 years. Through financial and political machinations, they transformed the city into a cultural powerhouse and the epicentre of the Renaissance, spawning popes and royalty along the way. Across four special episodes, Not Just the Tudors takes a deep dive into this complex and …

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The British Agent Who Tried to Kill Lenin 35:11

14d ago35:11

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Robert Bruce Lockhart was one of the most extraordinary and unconventional agents of the 20th century. A British diplomat, spy, and propagandist, his life was one of scandal and deception - from the jungles of Malaysia to the streets of Moscow, he bore witness to some of history's most pivotal moments. He even took part in a plot to kill Vladimir L…

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The Uncharted Journey of Zain Waliany 6:51

8d ago6:51

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In this episode of In The Wild, we explore the remarkable life of Zain Waliany, a man whose journey through the untamed wilderness took him from survivalist to legend. Zain's path led him deep into the heart of unexplored forests, where he survived against all odds, developed unique survival techniques, and forged a powerful connection with nature.…

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Sugarcane: the documentary of St Joseph's Mission Residential School with Julian Brave NoiseCat 43:05

14d ago43:05

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We're thrilled to welcome Julian Brave Noisecat to Explore to talk about his award winning documentary Sugarcane, the powerful and very personal story of the multi-generational trauma caused to his family and members of the Williams Lake First Nations by the physical and sexual abuse endured for almost a century at St. Joseph's Mission Residential …

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The Creation of Modern China 35:45

9d ago35:45

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On the 1st of October 1949, a huge crowd gathered in Tiananmen Square. In the shadow of Beijing's imperial Forbidden City, they listened as Mao Zedong, Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party, proclaimed the birth of the People's Republic of China. The trials and tribulations of the Chinese people were over, he told them, and their liberation from …

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Explorers Podcast Trailer 0:44

22d ago0:44

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Come check out the Explorers Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Matt Breen

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The Iranian Embassy Siege with Ben Macintyre 46:47

12d ago46:47

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On the drizzly, grey morning of 30th April 1980, six heavily armed gunmen stormed the Iranian Embassy in London. They charged through the front door and took 26 people hostage, including embassy staff and a policeman. A nail-biting six-day siege ensued, culminating in an explosive SAS raid - broadcast live to the world - that thrust the secretive s…

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Ep165: Zach Hornby on Tackling Cancer Drug Resistance 1:02:45

13d ago1:02:45

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Zach Hornby, CEO of San Diego-based Boundless Bio, on tackling cancer drug resistance.By Timmerman Report

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Mansa Musa: History's Wealthiest Man? 27:28

15d ago27:28

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Mansa Musa's wealth is a thing of legend. It's impossible to know exactly how much he was worth, but he himself spread rumours that gold grew like a plant within the Mali Empire. When he embarked on a storied pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324, he gave away so much gold in Egypt that the value of the ore depreciated. But there was much more to the ninth M…

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Hiram Bingham and Machu Picchu - Part 1 41:36

16d ago41:36

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In part 1 of our series, we look at the Inca Empire, and the cities that would - in time - become 'lost' to the world. We then meet Hiram Bingham III - the man who will one day become the scientific 'discover' of Machu Picchu. We then take him on his first two expeditions to South America, including his documentation of the Choquequirao. The Explor…

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On the Frontline at Stalingrad 1:03:25

17d ago1:03:25

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Dan explains the bloody Battle of Stalingrad alongside exclusive, never before heard frontline accounts from the German soldiers who were there. They shed light on the agonising final moments of the men trapped in the ruins of Stalin's city, and the circumstances that brought them there in the first place. To watch the exclusive History Hit Origina…

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The Battle of Arnhem with Al Murray 35:45

25d ago35:45

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Al Murray, host of WWII podcast We Have Ways of Making You Talk joins Dan to tell the story of the most catastrophic 24-hours the British military faced in the Second World War. Known as ‘Black Tuesday’ the battle of Arnhem was a daring but doomed attempt to secure a vital bridgehead across the Rhine in order to end the war before Christmas 1944. A…

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Henry Hudson - Part 3 - the Northwest Passage 42:43

1M ago42:43

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In the final episode of the Henry Hudson saga, Hudson goes looking for the Northwest Passage - and discovers Hudson Bay in the process. However, disgruntled crew will mutiny - making the ending of Hudson - and six other - a mystery that has never been solved. In the final episode of the Henry Hudson saga, Hudson goes looking for the Northwest Passa…

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Operation Market Garden 40:47

22d ago40:47

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Operation Market Garden was an ambitious Allied airborne offensive to secure a quick victory in WWII. It failed disastrously. The plan was to capture key bridges in the Netherlands via a frank plan to outflank German defences and bring an early end to the conflict. But the Allies hadn’t anticipated the extent of German resistance. Dan is joined for…

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Canoeing across the Arctic with Dave Greene 1:03:59

1M ago1:03:59

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“This might be why people go down rivers!” We're back in the Arctic for the last of our 2024 Summer Canoe Series. This time, it's with Dave Greene, who, along with paddling partner Chris Giard, led an RCGS-flagged Akilineq Canoe Expedition from Yellowknife, N.W.T., to Baker Lake, NU, in 2023. During this time, they covered 1400 kilometres, includin…

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Rainwalk Rewild: Rediscovering Survival in Nature 14:46

23d ago14:46

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In this episode of In The Wild, we dive into the world of survival skills and nature immersion with Matt Howe and Ansley Roberts, founders of Rainwalk Rewild. Their outdoor survival school is more than just a place to learn essential skills—it's a journey back to our roots, connecting with the land and rediscovering ancient practices that have kept…

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Jesse Owens 24:34

24d ago24:34

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Jesse Owens' victories at the 1936 Berlin Olympics made him an international sports hero, and a symbol of the civil rights movement. His friendship with the German long jumper Carl 'Luz' Long also stood as an outward act of defiance against Adolf Hitler, and fuelled condemnation of the racial ideology of the Third Reich. However, his life away from…

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How to Survive in Viking Britain 56:23

27d ago56:23

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Have you ever wondered what it would take to live in Viking Britain? When they arrived and settled in the British Isles, Viking settlers didn't just face a violent death at the hands of disgruntled locals. They had to contend with vicious weather, famine and disease, as well as simply navigating a new and unfamiliar world. Today we're joined by Ele…

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Lost and Found: The Journey of Jade 7:17

1M ago7:17

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The vast wilderness of Wyoming became the backdrop for an incredible story of hope, determination, and the unbreakable bond between humans and their canine companions. In this episode of In The Wild, we delve into the harrowing tale of Jade, the beloved rescue dog of Tim Paul and Laura Wilderman, who went missing. Jade braved the unforgiving terrai…

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Sir Walter Raleigh's Search for El Dorado 36:31

29d ago36:31

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Sir Walter Raleigh's life was a turbulent one, to say the least. The Elizabethan statesman and explorer climbed to the top rung of Queen Elizabeth's court; he founded the ill-fated Roanoke colony in North America; he was imprisoned in the Tower of London for various offences against the crown - not once, but three times. Ultimately, he was beheaded…

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The Heist of the Century: The Missing Irish Crown Jewels 39:10

1M ago39:10

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In the shadowy halls of Dublin Castle, 1907, a daring heist shook the British Empire. Four days before King Edward VII's royal visit, the priceless Irish Crown Jewels vanished without a trace. Sir Arthur Vicars, the somewhat incompetent Ulster King of Arms, found himself at the centre of the scandal that threatened to expose dark secrets lurking in…

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Machu Picchu: The Lost City 43:07

1M ago43:07

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Part 1/4. Dan takes the podcast to the Peruvian Andes as he follows in the footsteps of intrepid American explorer Hiram Bingham who revealed Machu Picchu to the world. At the turn of the 20th century, Bingham heard rumours of a fabled lost city in the clouds that revealed the power and brilliance of the Inca and their vast empire that once spanned…

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Ep164: Ted Love and Alan Anderson on Raising the Bar for Sickle Cell Disease Patients 56:39

1M ago56:39

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Ted Love, chairman of BIO, and Dr. Alan Anderson, executive director of Sickle Forward, on how to improve quality of life for sickle cell disease patients around the world.By Timmerman Report

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Hitler's V1 & V2 Rockets 28:38

1M ago28:38

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As the world closed in on the Third Reich in the final chapter of World War Two, a desperate Adolf Hitler turned to his so-called 'Revenge Weapons' for salvation; cutting-edge armaments specifically designed to terrorise civilian populations and break their morale. His hope was that breaking the spirit of the Allies would reverse the course of a wa…

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Henry Hudson - Part 2 - The Voyage of the Half Moon 46:31

1M ago46:31

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In this episode, Henry Hudson accepts a job with the Dutch East India Company (VOC) to find a route to Asia over Russia - aka the Northeast Passage. Thwarted, he heads west - to the New World - and he proceeds to be the first European to map the area around New York and the Hudson River. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: w…

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Autumn paddling and northern lakes with musician Sam Polley 50:51

1M ago50:51

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Musician Sam Polley’s first canoe trip was with his dad, Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy, his mom and siblings. He doesn’t remember much about it, but he clearly got hooked. All these years later, he’s still an avid canoe tripper with a love of the lakes and rivers in northern Ontario. Sam is best known for his rockabilly band Sam Polley and The Old Tomorro…

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The Essex Whaleship: A Tale of Survival and Tragedy 10:15

2M ago10:15

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In this gripping episode of Dirty Hands, we dive into the harrowing story of the Essex Whaleship, whose doomed voyage in 1820 inspired Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick. Journey with us as we explore the fateful encounter between the Essex and a vengeful sperm whale, leading to one of the most infamous shipwrecks in maritime history. Hear how the crew's …

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How WWII Started 1:02:07

1M ago1:02:07

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On September 1st, 1939, Nazi Germany invaded Poland. Two days later, France and the United Kingdom declared war on the Third Reich. This was the beginning of what would become perhaps the most devastating clash in human history. By the end of the war, tens of millions of people had been killed, wounded or displaced, and the world order had been irr…

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Boudica, Britain's Warrior Queen 38:50

1M ago38:50

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In 61 CE, Boudica of the Iceni led a bloody revolt to end Roman rule in Britain. Roman historians tell us with great drama and flair that the grand finale is a huge battle between Boudica and the Roman governor, Suetonius. Tens of thousands of Celtic warriors went head-to-head with a small force of veteran legionaries to decide the fate of Roman Br…

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2. The Battle of Britain Explained: The Climax 1:07:11

2M ago1:07:11

1:07:11

2/2. The Battle of Britain was Hitler's first and potentially most important defeat. It defined the course of the war, forcing him to make a series of decisions that guaranteed his own destruction. In this two-part series, we'll trace this monumental story from the dark days of the defeat of France, through to the triumph of RAF Fighter Command in …

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Henry Hudson - Part 1 - the Northeast Passage 30:06

1M ago30:06

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British explorer Henry Hudson goes searching for a new route to Asia. His first attempt it to go north - to the North Pole and over the top of the world. When that doesn't work, he goes east - over Russia and towards Novaya Zemlya. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Expl…

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1. The Battle of Britain Explained: Preparation, Pilots and Propaganda 51:33

1M ago51:33

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1/2. The Battle of Britain was Hitler's first and possibly most important defeat. It defined the course of the Second World War, forcing him to make a series of decisions that guaranteed his own destruction. In this two-part series, we'll trace this monumental story from the dark days of the defeat of France, through to the triumph of RAF Fighter C…

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