Best Hildegard Podcasts (2024)

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595: Hildegard von Bingen 10:25

5d ago10:25

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/hildegard-of-bingen.Hildegard von Bingen was a 12th century mystic, polymath, and composer whose work spanned visionary theology, philosophy, cosmology, medicine, botany, and music. Her extraordinary intellectual accomplishments belie her humble claim to be “just a woman”. Was her humility justified in t…

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The Rise of Lagers: 19th Century American Beer 27:38

8h ago27:38

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Gary Arndt and Allison McCoy are joined again by the sage of suds, Joel Hermansen, to discuss the transformation of beer into lager in the United States during the 19th century. Key points include the influence of German immigrants in bringing lager yeast and culture, the roles of cities like Milwaukee and St. Louis in brewing history, the impact o…

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541: #MeToo: Retribution, Accountability, and Justice 9:29

1d ago9:29

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/metoo-retribution-accountability-and-justice.The #MeToo movement exposed how pervasive sexual harassment and abuse are, and how rare it is for perpetrators to be held accountable. Although some recent high profile cases have resulted in convictions, more often punishment is meted out by public shaming. S…

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In the Margins of History: Washington & Slavery 1:43:27

4h ago1:43:27

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George Washington was many things: general, president, family man, and slaveholder. This giant of American history had a complex relationship with the enslaved—and often invisible—laborers who made his achievements possible. But through the art historical record, we can catch glimpses of these individuals and discover how they impacted Washington's…

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Mystics: Saint Peter of Verona the Exorcist 1:00:35

6h ago1:00:35

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The second episode in Saint Podcast's Mystics series is about a 13th-century Dominican friar and inquisitor. His rulings against Cathar heretics made him many enemies, including a cabal of nobles in Milan who sent an assassin to kill him. Although not strictly speaking a mystic, many miracles are attributed to this saint. He’s a divine healer of si…

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Martyrs: Saint Christopher the Dog-headed Giant 49:26

8d ago49:26

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Episode eight in Saint Podcast's Martyrs season is about a saint who was a monstrous giant, standing over 12 feet/3.5 metres tall! He’s the patron saint of athletics, travellers, journeys and transportation in general, epilepsy, the city of Havana in Cuba, and of bachelors. His legend inspired a fashion craze in the late 1950s, and he's famously kn…

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Would We Enjoy Revolutionary Era Beer? 32:36

1d ago32:36

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The Historian of Hops, Joel Hermensen, returns to teach Gary and Allison about brewing during the early years of the United States. Were there any hops? What were the founding father's brewing? If you went into a public house, would you like the beer? PATREON Join for free to get social and get exclusive content: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpod FA…

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584: The 2024 Dionysus Awards 15:51

2d ago15:51

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/2024-dionysus-awards.What movies of the past year challenged your assumptions and made you think about things in new ways? Josh and guest co-host Jeremy Sabol present our annual Dionysus Awards for the most thought-provoking movies of 2023, including:• Best Film about Social Justice that Wonders What Mak…

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New Goals for New Paths 1:22:32

5d ago1:22:32

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New beliefs, habits, and behaviors that we started in this last year or even within the last few months may not serve us anymore. The way we were creating reality, as well as the path and the goals of that reality, have changed. New options are available and for most of us, our Souls have decided that we want to investigate and pursue those new opt…

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Gastropod's Nicola Twilley Tells How Polly Pennington Changed Refrigeration 20:40

16d ago20:40

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Have you ever heard of Polly Pennington? The badass pHD chemist who changed refrigeration? Nicola Twilley joins Gary, Bobby, and Allison again to talk about early brewing trends in America and M.E. Pennington's story. GRAB THE BOOK Grab your copy of "Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves" here! -> https://respect-…

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449: James Baldwin and Social Justice 10:33

9d ago10:33

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More at www.philosophytalk.org/shows/james-baldwin.Sometimes, we struggle to tell the truth -- especially when it's the truth about ourselves. Why did James Baldwin, a prominent Civil Rights-era intellectual and novelist, believe that telling the truth about ourselves is not only difficult but can also be dangerous? How can truth deeply unsettle ou…

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Helping Soldiers Transition to Society 20:46

15d ago20:46

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Rev. Dr. James Thurman, State Commander & Second Vice for NABVETS, comments on the creation of and need for the National Association of Black Veterans. Soldiers of color coming home were not allowed to join veteran associations. So in 1972 NABVETS was issued a Congressional Charter in the tradition of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Le…

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Nicola Twilley of Gastropod Teaches Us About Refrigeration! 29:44

15d ago29:44

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Beer is best served cold but it wasn't that way for most of human history! Nicola Twilley joins Gary, Bobby, and Allison to talk about the history of refrigeration and how brewers changed the world (of refrigeration). GRAB THE BOOK Grab your copy of "Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves" here! -> https://respect-…

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105: Karl Popper 8:37

16d ago8:37

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More at http://philosophytalk.org/shows/karl-popper.Karl Popper is a landmark figure in the philosophy of science. His notion of "falsifiability" endures to this day and even appears in arguments about creation versus evolution. But what does it mean for a theory to be falsifiable? And where does the idea stand in contemporary philosophy of science…

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Praying with Our Eyes Open: Introduction 30:13

1M ago30:13

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CapChurch begins a summer series "Praying with Our Eyes Open". This Sunday, Todd is teaching from Luke 11:1-4 and introduces our theme for the summer. Recorded at the Pipe Shop Venue on June 23, 2024,By CapChurch

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June 9, 2024 33:40

1M ago33:40

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Todd wraps up our series "Church Then and Now". Teaching from Romans 12:9-21. Recorded at the Pipe Shop Venue on June 9, 2024.By CapChurch

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Interview with Melanie Calabrigo from St. Hildegard's Sanctuary 47:15

1M ago47:15

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CapChurch is pleased to welcome Rev. Melanie Calabrigo from St. Hildegard's Sanctuary in Vancouver, BC. Melanie shares the history and story of St. Hildegard's and helps us understand what it means to create safe, trauma informed spaces to worship. Part of our ongoing series "Church Then and Now". Recorded at the Pipe Shop Venue in North Vancouver …

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Martyrs: Saint Barbara the Disney Princess 39:12

22d ago39:12

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Episode 4 is about Saint Barbara, a maiden who was locked in a tower by her father - and one of the many legendary inspirations behind the fairytale Rapunzel. She's the patron saint of firefighters, Lebanon, lightning, mathematicians, and numerous military artillery units. Find out why Saint Barbara is the patron of explosions. Discover the pre-hol…

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What NOT to Do When Opening a Brewery 21:34

22d ago21:34

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Learn from our mistakes! Gary Ardnt grills three brewery owners on their mistakes when opening a brewery. Bobby and Allison Fleshman of McFleshmans, Steve Lonsway of Stone Arch Brew Pub, and Oliver Behm of Hop Yard Ale Works reminisce on hard lessons they've learned while opening breweries and why they keep doing it, despite the challenges. PATREON…

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594: Who Speaks For You? 10:31

28d ago10:31

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/who-speaks-you.People often speak on behalf of others, like the concerned citizen who stands up for their neighbors at a city council meeting, or the activist who defends the rights of an oppressed group. Some of these spokespeople are elected, and some volunteer, but others simply get drafted into the r…

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Martyrs: Saint Catherine of Alexandria the Virgin Bride 51:03

1M ago51:03

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Episode seven is about an Egyptian queen. She’s noted for being the brightest mind of her generation and is therefore the patron saint of scholars, students, lawyers, educators, librarians, philosophers, and theologians. This saint’s icon is a spiked wheel, the implement of torture her tormentor, the Roman Emperor, attempted - unsuccessfully - to i…

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Can the Fox Cities Become a Brewery Tourist Destination? 29:42

1M ago29:42

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How are local brewers making the Fox Cities a destination for brewing? Gary Arndt, Bobby Fleshman, and Allison McCoy are joined again by special guests Steve Lonsway of the Stone Arch Brewery and Oliver Behm from the Hop Yard. The discussion centers around the potential for the Fox Cities area to become a craft beer destination for more than just l…

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581: 20th Anniversary Quiz Night 17:55

1M ago17:55

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/20th-anniversary-quiz-night.Philosophy Talk made its radio debut on August 20, 2003 with a live pilot on KALW San Francisco and weekly broadcasts beginning in January 2004. To celebrate two decades on the air, in November 2023 we held our first-ever Quiz Night. Longtime listeners and first-time fans fill…

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2024 AARP Challenge Grant Recipient Appalshop 27:05

1M ago27:05

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With this year's major investment, across the eight years of the program (2017-2024) AARP has invested $20.1million through over 1,700 grants to make communities more livable. Interim Executive Director Tiffany Studivant and Operations Director Roger May discuss how being a grantee helps build even more momentum for Appalshop's mission which includ…

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Mystics: Saint Hildegard of Bingen the Mystical Polymath 1:15:52

2M ago1:15:52

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Episode three in the Mystics series is about one of the most influential figures in Medieval Europe, She was a 12th-century author composer, theologian, author, naturalist, visionary, and exorcist. She began life as an oblate, a child who was donated irrevocably to the church by her wealthy parents, sealed up in a cell for life. How she emerged to …

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How Stone Arch Brewpub & Hop Yard Ale Works Got Their Start 29:23

1M ago29:23

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Appleton is a thriving brewing community and we've brought two other local brewers to prove it: Steve Lonsway of Stone Arch Brewpub and Oliver Behm of Hop Yard Ale Works. Gary, Bobby, and Allison host a round table with the two fellow brewers to discuss how they got their start, what their specialties are, and what they give guests who ask for the …

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593: Nísia Floresta 10:28

2M ago10:28

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/nisia-floresta.Nísia Floresta was a 19th-century writer and translator known as “the Brazilian Mary Wollstonecraft.” She published the first book on women’s rights in South America, when Brazil was gaining independence from Portugal and a new post-colonial nation was being built. She also argued for the …

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Martyrs: Saint Lawrence the Saviour of the Holy Grail 38:29

1M ago38:29

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Episode five of Saint Podcast's Martyrs series is about Saint Lawrence, the son of wealthy Christians living in the Roman province Hispania, modern day Spain. He's an extremely popular saint whose story is relatively unknown yet it intersects with one of the most well-known legends in the world: the legend of the Holy Grail. He was famously roasted…

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J.C. Leyendecker: The Making of American Manhood 52:57

1M ago52:57

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Artist and illustrator J.C. Leyendecker (1874-1951) helped shape modern American visual culture as the mind behind advertising campaigns like the legendary “Arrow Collar Man.” He was also responsible for countless covers for the Saturday Evening Post—one more, in fact, than Norman Rockwell. Modern biographers also hold that Leyendecker was a gay ma…

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S4 E9: Taxes In Retirement 18:11

1M ago18:11

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Retirement concerns for most people tend to center on health, and fear of outliving their savings. Which are in many ways intertwined. For example, your health plays into how long you can work, how much you'll need to spend on insurance and medical care, where you can live, and your quality of life in retirement. And keep in mind Inflation often ca…

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John Tesh Creates On Line Music Course 48:19

1M ago48:19

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John Tesh is internationally recognized for his diverse talents as a journalist, composer, broadcaster, concert pianist, and author. His online course, the John Tesh Piano Method, available at Tesh.com, was developed after surveying his nearly 2 million social media followers. One of the most requested topics was advice on how to improve memory. A …

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Mystics: Saint Anthony of Egypt the Mystic in the Desert 56:06

1M ago56:06

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The first Mystics episode is about a saint called the Father of Monks. He’s one of the first Desert Fathers, hermits who lived solitary lives in the harsh deserts of Egypt. Throughout his life he was attacked and tempted by the Devil in the guises of a beautiful woman, unimaginable riches, terrifying demons, and a centaur. He’s the patron saint of …

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How NOT to Market Your Brewery 23:51

1M ago23:51

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"If you build it, they will come" is a lie. Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Bobby Fleshman discuss the critical importance of marketing for a new brewery. They share their personal experiences and lessons learned in the marketing journey of McFleshman's Brewing Company, emphasizing the necessity of strategic promotion and the impact of community eve…

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Be Happy?" Or "Live Well? 21:32

2M ago21:32

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I want to be happy. You want to be happy. But maybe our best pathway there comes by focusing instead on "living well.". MIT philosopher Kieran Setiya's book Life Is Hard helps Dave Schmelzer navigate those choices, with a particular look at how it applies when we feel like a failure or when we're hunting for meaning. Mentioned on this podcast: Kier…

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592: Daniel Dennett Retrospective 14:49

2M ago14:49

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/daniel-dennett-retrospective.In April 2024, we lost one of the greatest American philosophers of our time—Daniel Dennett. Known for his brilliant mind and controversial views, his contributions to philosophy include topics like consciousness, AI, evolution, atheism, intentions, free will and moral respon…

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Special Episode - The Art of Saint Francis 37:10

2M ago37:10

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This is a special episode inspired by an exhibition at the National Gallery in London entitled, Saint Francis of Assisi, featuring a special guest, curator Dr Joost Joustra. Presenting the art and imagery of Saint Francis from the 13th century to today, the exhibition looks at why this saint is a figure of enormous relevance to our time due to his …

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Stain Glass Collateral & Brewery Operations 27:55

2M ago27:55

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What do you do when the bank needs more collateral? Buy antique stain glass, of course. Gary Arndt, Allison McCoy, and Bobby Fleshman continue brewing business talk. They delve into various facets of their brewery business, including the story behind their iconic stained glass, expansion plans, pumping beer challenges, potentially offering spirits …

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567: What Is Gender? 9:17

2M ago9:17

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/what-gender.Gender is a controversial topic these days, but people can't seem to agree about what gender is. Is it an inner identity, a biological fact, or an oppressive system? Should we respect it or resist it? Should it even be a thing? Josh and guest-host Blakey Vermeule question gender with regular …

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Special Episode - It's a Sin: A History of Bad Behaviour 56:55

2M ago56:55

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This is a special episode created in collaboration with the York Art Gallery. It’s inspired by an exhibition curated by Dr Joost Joustra called Sin, organised by the National Gallery, London with York Museums Trust. The exhibition explores the theme of sin through a collection of artworks spanning a Medieval depiction of demons consuming the soul o…

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All The Shiny Stuff: Starting a Brewery 28:03

2M ago28:03

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From securing a loan to procuring secondhand equipment from overseas, starting a brewery is a challenge. Gary Arndt, Bobby Fleshman, and Allison McCoy dive into the business and economics of brewing, showcasing their own road to opening McFleshmans. PATREON Join for free to get social and get exclusive content: patreon.com/respectingthebeerpod FACE…

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540: Righteous Rage 10:19

2M ago10:19

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More at https://www.philosophytalk.org/shows/righteous-rage.Stoic philosopher Seneca wrote that anger is a form of madness. Other philosophers share this suspicion, viewing anger as a destructive emotion that leads to cruel and vengeful acts. But don't certain kinds of injustice, like the murders of black and brown people in the US, deserve our rag…

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Mystics: Saint Francis the Wayward Stigmatic Part II 48:03

2M ago48:03

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In Part I of our Saint Francis Mystics episode, Francis turned his back on youthful pursuits of status and glory. In Part II, his movement and message gain momentum. Their success, however, heralds the end of a golden age. As the number of Francis' followers swell, conflict with the Papacy in Rome seems inevitable. Join Francis as he meets Pope Inn…

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Mystics: Saint Francis the Wayward Stigmatic Part I 40:22

2M ago40:22

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Episode four in the Mystics series is about a saint who was born in the year 1181. He was a middle-class party boy who aspired to the upper-class sex, drugs, and rock and roll lifestyle of an aristocrat until a chance encounter with a leper changed him. His love for nature is commonly referenced, as are the bloody stigmata he bore on his body. The …

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Mystics: Saint Clare the Mighty Abbess in the Shadows 1:29:03

2M ago1:29:03

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Episode five in the Mystics series is about a saint who was devoted to Saint Francis’ rule to live in absolute poverty. She defied her aristocratic family, powerfulbishops, and several popes to do just this. This saint is the first female founder of a monastic order. She was a celebrity in life and played a role indefining 13th-century European pol…

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Martyrs: Saint Cecilia the Blind Patron of Music 47:53

2M ago47:53

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Episode 9 in Saint Podcast's Martyrs season is about a very popular virgin saint. She’s unusual in that she was married – yet still died a virgin. Despite having no artistic skills whatsoever, she’s the patron saint of poetry, creativity, and music and has inspired musicians from Brahms to Simon and Garfunkel and the Foo Fighters! The name of the s…

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Martyrs: Saint Sebastian the Gay Icon 40:04

2M ago40:04

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Episode two of Saint Podcast's Martyr series is about Saint Sebastian, the patron saint of pandemics, athletes, archers, and outcasts. He's one of the most well-known saints. No other saint has as many works of art dedicated to them from paintings to films to books and pop songs. Tune in to learn more about this 3rd-century Roman warrior from Gaul …

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History Daily: The Discovery of China’s Terracotta Army & The Execution of King Louis XVI 36:07

2M ago36:07

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I'm on vacation, and I hope you'll get some time away soon, too! Our featured podcast today is one that you'll 100% want to listen to on your summer travels: History Daily. Each weekday on History Daily, host Lindsay Graham (not the senator) takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history. History Daily is…

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Special Pride Month Episode - Jarman and Sebastiane: The Making of a Gay Icon 42:11

2M ago42:11

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In celebration of Pride Month is a special episode inspired by an exhibition at the Manchester Art Gallery entitled, Derek Jarman Protest! – a major retrospective of the work created by one of the most influential figures in 20th-century British culture. This episode features artist Jez Dolan and curator Fiona Corridan from the Manchester Art Galle…

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Martyrs: Saint Stephen the Protomartyr 23:11

2M ago23:11

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Since this is the debut episode of Saint Podcast, it seems only appropriate to begin with the story of Saint Stephen, the protomartyr - or first martyr. Saint Stephen is one of the few saints whose story has a Biblical source, but his tale continues beyond the Bible in medieval legends, traditional celebrations, and even a French football club. Dis…

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