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For more than 40 years bestselling author and historian Peter Hart has interviewed thousands of veterans about their experience of war. Join him and his chum Gary Bain as they explore all aspects of military history, from the ancient world to the Second World War. Pete and Gary don't just tell the history, they bring it to life with the words of the men and women who were there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Backyard Battlefields is a military history program which explores historical sites throughout Australia and beyond. Backyard Battlefields gives Australia's military history a context by explaining its significance within the grander narrative of world events. Presented by James De Leo. For more information visit backyardbattlefields.com
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The rise and fall of empires, rulers, and the events that shaped world history. William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the intricate stories of revolutions, imperial wars, and the people who built and lost empires. From the British Empire to the Ottomans to Ancient India, history is shaped by power struggles and territorial conquests. How does it continue to affect the world today? Empire Club: Become a member of the Empire Club to receive early access to miniseries, ad-free listening, ea ...
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The Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria's national memorial honouring the service and sacrifice of Australians in war and peacekeeping. In this podcast series, we go beyond the Shrine's gallery floor with in-depth conversations about war, peace and everything in between. Listen as academics, historians, authors, veterans and other experts recount real-life stories of Australian military history. For information on events and talks held at the Shrine, go to shrine.org.au.
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The Anzac involvement in the Gallipoli Campaign has had a lasting cultural impact in Australia. Why is it considered such sacred ground? These podcasts will draw together different perspectives on Gallipoli, the ANZACs and the Great War.
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A weekly program about travel and destinations.
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An educational history on World War's 1 and 2 hosted by Jackson Lewin
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Historians Mat McLachlan and Peter Smith explore the great battlefields of Europe, from ancient times to the Second World War. Join them as they bring the history of the battlefields to life, through exploring the ground and reliving the experience in the words of the people who were there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to Thanks For Your Service podcasts. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. Our podcasts are available on most podcasting apps.
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Join co-hosts Andy J Ritchie and Donnchadh Tiernan as we watch and discuss 2 films decided by the toss of a coin.
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World War I was one of the most savage and brutal wars in human history. There were millions of deaths and the tragedy was compounded by the fact that these were all young men in the flower of youth. Both sides suffered heavy losses and this war is also notable for being one in which many new and terrible weapons were introduced by both to slaughter each other. Gallipoli Diary by John Graham Gillam is one of the many personal narratives written by survivors of this bloody conflict. Published ...
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History of the Great War is a weekly podcast that will cover the First World War that occurred from 1914 and 1918. Every week we will be discussing the events that occurred exactly 100 years ago. We will journey from the borders of France in the blistering heat of 1914, to the shores of Gallipoli, to the banks of Somme, to the final knockout attempt by the German army in the spring of 1918.
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Step into the world of military history and strategy with Trackpads. This weekly podcast transforms insightful articles into engaging audio episodes, making it easier than ever to learn about the military, history, and beyond, wherever you are. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a military aficionado, or just curious about the stories and lessons behind the action, Trackpads delivers a compelling mix of education and entertainment. Listen on the go and stay connected to the past, present, ...
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The Story Isn’t Over: History from the Margins is a podcast from Amar Singh, aka Ramblings of a Sikh. Historians, artists, journalists, activists and culture-makers join wide ranging conversations that unearth forgotten histories, expose modern scandals and rethink the stories we thought we knew. We spotlight empire, resistance, migration, pop culture, faith, music, community memory and more, tracking how power, memory and diaspora shape identity today. Rooted in research, lived experience, ...
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Beyond the Ridge, a series of conversations in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada, brings together Vimy Foundation program alumni and expert academics to examine knowledge of the First World War and how it relates to the Canadian experience today. // Présentée en partenariat avec l’Office national du film du Canada, Par-delà la Crête est une série de conversations qui rassemble des participant-e-s aux programmes de la Fondation Vimy et des expert-e-s dont les connaissances de ...
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A monthly podcast telling the tales of what came before. Chronicled by Matt Smith. “If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.” - Rudyard Kipling
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Ratbags & Roustabouts tells the extraordinary histories of ordinary people. We dig around in the ancestry archive and dive into the genealogical gene pool to uncover the most incredible, never-before-told stories of seemingly common folk from our past.
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Your math homework will make sense one you here this. Homework helpers will help you today.
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From alleyway gangsters to cold war spies to eccentric entrepreneurs, Australian history is full of colourful but forgotten characters. Host Jen Kelly talks with experts, historians and yarn spinners to uncover the untold stories of some of our most interesting and offbeat ancestors.
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History Detective is a podcast for teachers, students and lovers of history. It delves into stories from the past that don’t always get told in the textbooks. Every episode will include an original song that compliments the topic. This is a classroom friendly resource that aligns with history curriculums. Visit Amped Up Learning for accompanying teaching resources for every episode.
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We have always had a fascination with listening to people tell their life stories. It's also important for others to have their stories be heard. With that in mind, we have decided to create a podcast for you to tell YOUR stories. The good, the bad, the funny, the triumphant - and everything in between!
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Ever wondered about the stories history class skipped over? Or had a question so odd you weren’t sure who to ask? We are serving up a feast of fascinating deep dives and expert interviews, exploring the weird, wonderful, and sometimes overlooked corners of history, science, and beyond. Each episode is a potluck of curiosity—sometimes a gripping historical mystery, other times a conversation with someone who has the answers to questions you didn’t even know you had. From the forgotten moments ...
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Hello and welcome to Body Count, a history podcast where we gab about death and disaster through the ages, highlighting figures, single events, time periods, whatever it may be that resulted in someone, or as is usually the case, a lot of someones dying. Hosted by Jessica Manor and Kara DiDomizio.
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My bio lists me as a 'serial traveller' - well, that's a self-styled handle. I've been addicted to travel for 50 years. If I didn't have to work to pay for my habit, I'd be on the road or in the air or on the water as much as possible. Here are some impressions from a few favourite places en route. The road always beckons for more adventures. You can find more about my travels over the years on my website.
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Welcome to "Weird Crap in Australia," a podcast hosted by Holly and Matthew, a husband and wife team with a passion for all things strange and unusual in the land down under. Each episode, Holly, a trained historian, and Matthew, a pop-culture enthusiast, dive into the weird and wacky aspects of Australian history and society. From the colonial era to the present day, they explore topics such as aliens, monsters, ghosts, and true crime, uncovering the stories and legends that have fascinated ...
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Weird Crap Movie Commentary 3 - Gallipoli (1981)
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What happens when you blend mateship, mud, and the gut-punch of history with a film that refuses to let you stay emotionally upright? You get Gallipoli (1981) — a classic that still knocks the wind out of us every single time we watch it Join Holly and Matthew as they revisit one of Australia’s most enduring war dramas. From the larrikin charm of i…
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Amphibious Mastery: From Gallipoli’s Failure to Inchon’s Shock
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The clash between failure and triumph defines the story of amphibious warfare. In 1915, Allied troops rowed toward Gallipoli’s unforgiving cliffs, only to be broken by terrain, fire, and poor planning. Thirty-five years later, Marines stormed Inchon’s seawalls, scaling ladders against the tide and reshaping the Korean War. This extended version of …
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Collision in the Dark: Wasp–Hobson and Command at Sea
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On a moonless Atlantic night in 1952, routine carrier operations turned into catastrophe when the USS Wasp and her plane guard destroyer USS Hobson collided during a turn into the wind. In minutes, the Hobson was torn apart and over 170 sailors were lost. This extended version of our written article explores how doctrine, fatigue, and split-second …
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314. Rudyard Kipling: Villain or Visionary? (Part 3)
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Should we still read Kipling today? What family tragedy did Kipling face in the later half of his life? How did he fan the flames of jingoism during and after the First World War? William is reunited with Anita to discuss Rudyard Kipling’s later life and legacy and to debate whether we should revere or despise him... Make someone an Empire Club Mem…
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Australia has produced many formidable creatures: sharks, snakes, drop bears… but none strike fear into the national heart quite like the humble magpie. We’re diving beak-first into the legend of Australia’s Flying Terror — from swooping season strategies and infamous attack hotspots to the science behind why these monochrome missiles pick their ta…
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Thanksforyourservice Podcast 86- Michael Veitch's latest book- Borneo The Last Campaign
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Welcome to our 86th podcast for Thanks for your Service. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. You can find us on Facebook, X and Youtube. Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net . You can also email us at [email protected] Michael Veitch is back again with pe…
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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - NW Europe (Part 1)
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Pete and Gary are returning to their roots in this special series ahead of the release of Season 8. The South Notts Hussars were a WW2 artillery unit, and Pete interviewed dozens of veterans from this unit during his time at the Imperial War Museum. This is their story. Pete's new book on Egypt and the Sudan, Chain of Fire, is available now. Get an…
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Barry WarrickBy 2NURFM, The University of Newcastle, Australia
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313. Rudyard Kipling: Escaping India & Writing The Jungle Book (Part 2)
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What inspired Kipling to write his two most famous works: The Jungle Book and Kim? Why did Kipling hate London and swiftly move to the US? How did Kipling develop such astute observational writing about Anglo-Indians in his early twenties? William is joined once again by Andrew Lycett, author of Rudyard Kipling, to discuss his rise to fame and how …
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Drones Before Drones: Balloons, the Kettering Bug, and UAS Ancestry
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From the smoke-filled skies above Fleurus in 1794 to the buzzing wooden Kettering Bug of 1918, militaries have long searched for ways to see and strike without risking pilots. Balloons, target drones, and early reconnaissance craft were fragile, often flawed, yet each altered the rhythm of warfare by extending vision and reach. This extended podcas…
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312. Rudyard Kipling: Son of Empire (Part 1)
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Rudyard Kipling was one of the most evocative writers of India, yet he was a jingoist and an imperialist until his dying day. So how do we grapple with this conundrum, why was Kipling such a man of contradiction? In this episode we explore his early life. How did he go from a spoiled child in India who spoke Hindustani with his nanny, to living in …
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WW1 Battle Series: The Battle of The Somme (BETTER VERSION)
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**Apologies to the 30 people who initially downloaded this episode, it was the rough audio cut with lots of mistakes, this is the correct version :)** This episode is about the battle of The Somme during WW1. Thank you for listening and please feel free to share with anybody you think might enjoy, thank you and have a nice day. Goodbye…
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Episode 388 - The Weightman Murders (2000)
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In January 2000, a car was found at the bottom of an embankment in Heathcote National Park. Inside were Bill and Pam Weightman — a respectable south-west Sydney couple, seemingly the victims of a tragic late-night accident. Police found no skid marks. No witnesses. No sign of another vehicle. Within hours, the case was closed. But nothing about the…
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197. I for Icarus (1979) & The Day of the Jackal (1973)
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This week, we discuss two films about political assassinations. The first is I for Icarus (1979), directed by Henri Verneuil and starring Yves Montand. The film is a fictionalised account of the JFK assassination, with the state attorney, played by Montand, investigating a potential conspiracy. The second is The Day of the Jackal (1973), directed b…
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WWII’s Hidden Aftermath: How Victory Betrayed Millions | Historian Phil Craig
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In 1945, the world celebrated Allied victory in World War II — but across Asia, the war didn’t end. It simply changed shape, sparking new battles for freedom and the end of empire. In this episode, historian Phil Craig joins Ramblings of a Sikh to discuss his new book, 1945: The Reckoning, the final volume in his acclaimed trilogy on the Second Wor…
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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - Sicily & Home
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Pete and Gary are returning to their roots in this special series ahead of the release of Season 8. The South Notts Hussars were a WW2 artillery unit, and Pete interviewed dozens of veterans from this unit during his time at the Imperial War Museum. This is their story. Pete's new book on Egypt and the Sudan, Chain of Fire, is available now. Get an…
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Barry WarrickBy 2NURFM, The University of Newcastle, Australia
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311. Cricket In India: Beating The Brits At Their Own Game (Part 2)
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How did Britain’s imperial game become so popular in India? Why were India’s princes the ‘nepo babies’ of cricket? How does the legacy of Partition continue to affect matches in India and Pakistan today? Anita and William are joined once again by Tim Wigmore, author of Test Cricket: A History, as they unpack how a colonial sport grew to define a na…
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The Arsenal Behind the Lines: Combat Engineers as War-Makers
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Combat engineers have long been the arsenal behind the lines, shaping victory in ways that rarely make the history books. From minefield breaches to river crossings, from urban rubble turned into strongholds to lifelines of supply carved under fire, their work determined the tempo of campaigns and the fate of armies. This episode is an extended ver…
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310. The Origin of The Ashes & The Killer Cricket Scandal (Part 1)
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How is the history of cricket completely intertwined with the history of the British Empire? What was the Bodyline Controversy of the 1930s and how did it nearly kill a player? Who was Don Bradman and why is he believed to be the greatest sportsperson of all time? Anita and William are joined by Tim Wigmore, author of Test Cricket: A History, to di…
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This week, we examine two films shaped by the influence of Franz Kafka. The first, Kafka (1991), directed by Steven Soderbergh from a screenplay by Lem Dobbs, intertwines biographical details of Kafka’s life with motifs drawn from his fiction. The second, Brazil (1985), directed by Terry Gilliam, is frequently cited as one of the most profoundly Ka…
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Barry WarrickBy 2NURFM, The University of Newcastle, Australia
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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - Road to Tunis
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What was the origin story of Hergé, the Belgian illustrator who created The Adventures of Tintin? How did an unlikely friendship transform Hergé’s life and lead him to draw Tintin crying in a comic strip for the first and only time? Anita and William navigate the turbulent hot waters of Tintin’s history from anti-Soviet propaganda, to featuring aut…
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Mogadishu: The Night Urban Warfare Changed
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In October 1993, a mission meant to last just ninety minutes unraveled into one of the most intense urban battles of modern times. Task Force Ranger entered Mogadishu with precision and confidence, only to face a city that turned every alley, rooftop, and crowd into a weapon. Helicopters fell from the sky, convoys became trapped in endless ambushes…
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308. Asterix and Obelix, Babar The Elephant, & Colonial Cartoons
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How did a story made up by a mother for her sick children turn into Babar The Elephant? Why did two immigrants to France create such a patriotically French cartoon in Asterix and Obelix? How should we feel about racist depictions of people of colour in beloved children’s cartoons today? Listen as William and Anita explore the controversial debates …
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In 1941, amid the blistering sands of North Africa, a band of Australian soldiers earned one of the most enduring nicknames in military history — The Rats of Tobruk. Besieged by German and Italian forces, these men held the Libyan port town of Tobruk for eight gruelling months, defying the odds, the desert, and the propaganda of the Axis powers. Wh…
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195. The Night of the Hunter (1955) & Night of the Juggler (1980)
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This week, we discuss two American thrillers connected tenuously by their titles. The first is The Night of the Hunter (1955), directed by Charles Laughton and starring Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters and Lillian Gish. Mitchum plays a murderous preacher pursuing two young children. The second is Night of the Juggler (1980), starring James Brolin as…
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If you've ever heard a story and thought, "this should be a movie", then this episode is for you. From flying as a fighter pilot, to being shot down and escaping over the Pyrenees on foot, to later racing in the Grand Prix, Squadron Leader Tony Gaze's life reads like a Hollywood script. Listen as we uncover Tony's fascinating story and legacy.…
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India in style and Budapest - 14 November 2025
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Travel India in luxury or visit stunning BudapestBy 2NURFM, The University of Newcastle, Australia
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307. Austen vs Brontë: Unmasking Slavery Heiresses
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What is the true history behind the “madwoman in the attic” in Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre? How was Jane Austen’s aunt deeply connected to slavery in Barbados? Who were the British heiresses who married Caribbean plantation owners and inherited vast wealth made through chattel slavery? William and Anita are joined by Miranda Kauffman, author of He…
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306. Joseph Conrad: From Russian Exile To The Heart of Darkness
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How did a Polish sailor become one of the greatest writers in the English language? Why were Conrad’s parents exiled to the harsh conditions of northern Russia? Should we continue to read The Heart of Darkness in spite of its outdated views? Anita and William are joined by Maya Jasanoff, author of The Dawn Watch, to discuss the adventurous life of …
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Thanksforyourservice Podcast 85- Kingston Avenue of Honour - Remembrance Day 2025
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Welcome to our 85th podcast for Thanks for your Service. Our focus is on historical topics relating to the Australian military. You can find us on Facebook, X and Youtube. Just search for Thanks For Your Service. Our website is www.thanksforyourservice.net . You can also email us at [email protected] Scattered throughout many towns of A…
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In 1941, amid the blistering sands of North Africa, a band of Australian soldiers earned one of the most enduring nicknames in military history — The Rats of Tobruk. Besieged by German and Italian forces, these men held the Libyan port town of Tobruk for eight gruelling months, defying the odds, the desert, and the propaganda of the Axis powers. Wh…
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194. Poor Things (2023) & The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)
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This week, we discuss two films from acclaimed director Yorgos Lanthimos. The first is Poor Things (2023), written by Tony McNamara and based on the 1992 novel by Alasdair Gray. It follows Emma Stone as Bella Baxter, a young woman in Victorian London who is brought back to life via brain transplant. The second is The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)…
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Indigenous Service and Legacy with John Moses
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In this episode, we sit down with John Moses, former Director of Repatriation and Indigenous Relations at the Canadian Museum of History. John discusses the legacy of residential schools, the experiences of Indigenous veterans during the First World War, and his family’s personal ties to this history, including his grandmother, Edith Montour, one o…
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Sally LucasBy 2NURFM, The University of Newcastle, Australia
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1925 A Literary Encyclopedia Tom Lutz Interview
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Meet Tom Lutz author of 1925 A Literary Encyclopedia. The accompanying website: https://theyear1925.com/ 1925: Table of Contents https://theyear1925.com/table-of-contents/ Anita Loos Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Gladys Bentley Photos Buy 1925 A Literary Encyclopedia on Amazon Click to join my mailing list Teachers Pay Teachers Store Grab a copy of Hist…
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SPECIAL: South Notts Hussars - Knightsbridge (Part 2)
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Operation Hurricane: Britain's First Atomic Test
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On October 3, 1952 Britain detonated an atomic bomb on the MonteBello Islands, 50 miles off Western Australia's Pilbara coast. The success of the top secret test made Britain the third atomic power after the United States and Soviet Union. Author Paul Grace, has written a dramatic account of the test, 'Operation Hurricane: The Story of Britain's Fi…
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305. Orwell: Dark Secrets, The CIA, & His Forgotten Failures (Part 4)
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Why was Orwell’s wife, Eileen, written out of his story when she co-wrote Animal Farm? How did the CIA twist the novel into anti-communist propaganda? As a writer who was so ahead of his time on imperialism and totalitarianism, why did Orwell fail when it came to the patriarchy? Anita and William are joined by Anna Funder, author of Wifedom: Mrs Or…
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From Horse to Track: The End of Cavalry and the Birth of Mechanized Shock
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The First World War opened with the thunder of hooves and the proud banners of cavalry still carrying centuries of tradition. Within a generation, those horsemen faced extinction at the hands of trenches, barbed wire, and machine guns, replaced by the roar of engines, radios, and steel treads. This extended podcast episode expands on our written ar…
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304. Orwell: Animal Farm, 1984 & Totalitarian Dystopia (Part 3)
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What was the inspiration behind George Orwell’s most famous works? Why did he move to the remote Scottish island of Jura to finish writing 1984? What was Orwell’s “Snitch List” which he handed over to the government after World War 2? In Part 3 of this miniseries, Anita and William discuss Orwell’s life during WW2 and deep-dive his two most famous …
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In 1941, amid the blistering sands of North Africa, a band of Australian soldiers earned one of the most enduring nicknames in military history — The Rats of Tobruk. Besieged by German and Italian forces, these men held the Libyan port town of Tobruk for eight gruelling months, defying the odds, the desert, and the propaganda of the Axis powers. Wh…
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