Best Jewish Uprising Podcasts (2024)

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Taking on Israel's arms industry: MEMO in Conversation with Ronnie Barkan 1:06:50

3h ago1:06:50

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CAPTION: On Nakba Day in 2022, 7 activists stormed the site of Israel's largest weapons manufacturer Elbit Systems in an effort to disrupt its operations and highlight the atrocities its 'field tested' weapons have caused against Palestinians. Two of the activists were Israeli and they spoke to MEMO to discuss why they continue to protest. Elbit Sy…

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Jewish anti-Zionism and Israel: MEMO in Conversation with Zachary Foster 42:49

4h ago42:49

42:49

The anti-Zionist Jewish movement has led numerous anti-war protests calling for an end to the genocide in Gaza, but what’s the history of Jewish opposition to Zionism? Israel claims to be working to protect world Jewry, but as it continues its bombing of Gaza and expands its military operation into southern Lebanon, the anti-Zionist Jewish movement…

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Man UPrising: For Men Ready To Rise Up In The Second Half of Life 10:51

7d ago10:51

10:51

In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi discusses the concept of Man Uprising, a movement aimed at helping men navigate the different phases of their lives, particularly in the second half. He introduces the curriculum that underpins this initiative, which is structured around the phases of a man's life as defined by Carl Jung, specifically the Morning…

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Algeria, Yugoslavia and Cinematic Uprising: MEMO in Conversation with Mila Turajlic 57:14

7d ago57:14

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Algeria won its War on Independence because it won a media war against the French following help from Yugoslavia. But what did the images coming out of Algiers show and how did they frame its battle for a new beginning? France lost the Algerian War (1954-1962) diplomatically because it lost the media war and this forced it to end its 132-year rule …

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Israel's defeats on a global scale: MEMO in Conversation with Ramzy Baroud 47:13

20d ago47:13

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Looking back at Israel's conduct over the past year, Baroud highlights Tel Aviv's use of African mercenaries in the execution of its onslaught on Gaza and how the West is enabling the continuation of this aggression. In this week’s MEMO in Conversation prominent Palestinian journalist and author Dr Ramzy Baroud shares his unique perspective on the …

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9 Lives: A Spiritual Roadmap to the Life You Truly Seek 34:17

22d ago34:17

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In this episode of the Defiant Spirit podcast, Dr. Baruch Halevi (“B.”) and Rebecca Rosen explore the intersection of spirituality and the Enneagram, discussing how these concepts can help individuals navigate life's challenges. They delve into the significance of the Soul Contract, the shift from victimhood to empowerment, and the importance of un…

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'A textbook case of genocide': MEMO in Conversation with Craig Mokhiber 37:20

21d ago37:20

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Craig Mokhiber resigned from the UN over its inaction with regards the 'textbook case of genocide' taking place in Gaza. One year on, little has changed. He joins MEMO in Conversation to discuss the events of the past 12 months. It has been almost a year since Craig Mokhiber resigned from the UN over the world body's inaction with regards the genoc…

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Palestinian trauma, healing and olive trees: MEMO in Conversation with Ashira Darwish 38:27

1M ago38:27

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Palestinians aren't suffering post traumatic stress disorder, there's been no 'post' for them as they continue to live under occupation and colonialism. 'Ongoing stress disorder' is what they experience daily, says the executive producer of Where the Olive Trees Weep. In this week's MEMO in Conversation we speak to Ashira Darwish, one of the produc…

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No More Mr. Nice Guy: Are You Sick Of Being (or being with) A Nice Guy? 13:29

1M ago13:29

13:29

In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi explores the concept of 'Nice Guys' and the distinction between being nice and being good. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the courage to say no, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Drawing from his experiences and insights from the book 'No More Mr. Nice Guy', he encourages listeners to embrac…

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Israel edging towards collapse: MEMO in conversation with Sharmine Narwani 40:31

1M ago40:31

40:31

The occupation's reliance on swift, decisive wars have left it unprepared for the current genocide it is carrying out in Gaza. Military, economic and political spheres are showing signs of decline as a result. Can Israel survive after the war on Gaza? Is Israel in a death spiral? That’s the question we will be discussing with our guest, Sharmine Na…

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The Enneagram: A Tool for Understanding Politics, Finance & The World with Financial Expert Michael Finer 33:40

2M ago33:40

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In this episode of the Defiant Spirit podcast, Baruch HaLevi and Michael Finer delve into the intersection of the Enneagram personality framework and its implications for wealth, politics, and leadership. They explore how different personality types influence political behavior, leadership styles, and voter preferences, particularly in the context …

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Unpacking True Leadership – Beyond Titles and Authority 50:21

2M ago50:21

50:21

Welcome back to The Defiant Spirit Podcast! Leadership is a critical aspect of any organization, but it’s often misunderstood or neglected. In this episode, Adam and B explore what leadership is, what makes effective leaders, and how to navigate the roadblocks that create breakdowns in leadership. Leadership is not linked to titles and authority. Q…

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Gaza, Harris, Trump and the Muslim vote: MEMO in Conversation with Saher Selod 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

Millions of Muslims in the US have said Gaza is the most important election issue for them, but with the frontrunners in the presidential election being Israel supporters Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, how will they vote? On 5 November, Americans will take to the polls to pick the 47th president of the United States. The choice before them will be…

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Discover Your Enneagram Number Through The 'Ick Factor' 13:11

2M ago13:11

13:11

In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi discusses how to find your Enneagram type by exploring your 'ick factor' or shadow side. He explains that the Enneagram is unique in that it helps you understand why you do what you do. Baruch walks through each Enneagram type and their corresponding ick factor, highlighting the challenges and tensions that arise…

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Masturbation or Mastery: What's It Gonna Be? 14:05

2M ago14:05

14:05

In this episode of the Man Uprising podcast, Baruch discusses the importance of having open and honest conversations about masturbation and pornography with your boys (of any age). B emphasizes the need to remove shame and stigma surrounding these topics and provides guidance on approaching the conversations. He also explores the spirituality of se…

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Planting olive trees in Palestine: MEMO in Conversation with Cyrus Copeland 36:34

2M ago36:34

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Israeli occupation authorities have uprooted more than 800,000 Palestinians olive trees since 1967, Treedom for Palestine is working to replant them and protect Palestinian farmers' deep ties to their land. This week on MEMO in Conversation we have a truly inspiring story that beautifully illustrates the power of art, activism and agriculture in cr…

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Canada as a settler colony on the question of Palestine: MEMO in conversation with Muhannad Ayyash 47:25

2M ago47:25

47:25

There are many parallels between Canada and Israel as settler-colonial states, including the erasure of indigenous populations. But how do Canada's own historic and present policies shape its stance on Israel's actions in Gaza and its foreign policy with regards Palestine?By Middle East Monitor

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Palestinians living in hell: MEMO in Conversation with Shai Parnes 29:35

2M ago29:35

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Palestinians who have been released from Israeli detention since October 2023 have reported systematic abuse, torture and sexual assault, join us as we discuss the implications of Israel's degrading treatment of Palestinians and why it has intensified such measures over the past few months. Israeli rights group B'Tselem published a harrowing new re…

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The Islamist connection: MEMO in Conversation with Ezgi Basaran 1:06:26

3M ago1:06:26

1:06:26

What do Turkiye's Justice and Development Party (AKP), Tunisia's Ennahda and the Muslim Brotherhood have in common and are their ties shaping policy in the Middle East and Turkiye? Turkiye's youngest editor joins us to discuss what drives their relationship. In 2013, at the height of the Gezi Park protests, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ma…

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Day break in Gaza: MEMO in Conversation with Matthew Teller & Mahmoud Muna 36:54

3M ago36:54

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We have all watched the genocide unfold in Gaza and seen imges of the victims, but what are their stories, how have they lived their lives and what is the importance of Gaza in the larger struggle or a free Palestine? Join our MEMO in Conversation as we talk to the men behind 'Day break in Gaza' a book which provides insight through the stories of …

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The student who Zionists fear: MEMO in Conversation with Bryce Greene 19:32

3M ago19:32

19:32

When Greene agreed to be interviewed on Talk TV he was told that conversation would be open and he was welcome to put his points across to viewers and the hosts, however when the show started, presenter James Whale shut him down for wearing a keffiyeh and refused to speak to him. Greene tells MEMO why he continues to remain active in spite of such …

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The Jewish revolt against Zionism: MEMO in Conversation with the International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network 35:49

3M ago35:49

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The founders of IJAN speak to MEMO about attacks on anti-Zionist Jews, the far-right's alliance with the Zionist movement and whether the genocide in Gaza is the beginning of the end of the Zionist movement In this week’s MEMO in Conversation we are discussing opposition to Zionism from the Jewish community. We are pleased to have on the podcast th…

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Communication: A Conversation about Connection, Psychology, Enneagram and Spirituality 48:35

4M ago48:35

48:35

Baruch HaLevi and Adam Katzen discuss the importance of communication and its various components. They explore the role of nonverbal communication, tone, and words in conveying messages and delve into the impact of first impressions and the power of body language. Highlights the need for deep listening and understanding in effective communication. …

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How rape sold a genocide: MEMO in Conversation with Arun Gupta 1:00:56

4M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Israel's unsubstantiated rape claims against Palestinian resistance fighters have made headlines across the world, while similar claims by Palestinians against Israeli occupation forces have received minimal attention. This, argues Arun Gupta, is a return to the Jim Crow-era racist tropes that depict brown and black people as inherent threats to wh…

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Modi, Islamphobia and building Hindu India: MEMO in Conversation with Dr Jocelyne Cesari 51:37

4M ago51:37

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Though many claim Prime Minister Narendra Modi has rolled back India's liberalism and secularism and turned it towards right-wing popularism, Hindu identity has always been a key aspect of India's governance since its independence and the road to Modi's India has been decades in the making, Dr Cesari tells MEMO. Prime Minister Narendra Modi won a t…

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The Nakba Deniers: MEMO in Conversation with Ilan Pappe 57:57

4M ago57:57

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In an effort to absolve Zionist militias of charges of crimes against humanity and war crimes, a number of stories spread within Israeli society, they have been disproven but the denial of the horrors of the Nakba remains. Something Professor Pappe hopes to tackle through his new project the Nakba Memorial Foundation. In 1948, just under one millio…

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'Saving Damascus' Christians': MEMO in Conversation with Eugene Rogan 1:00:03

4M ago1:00:03

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In 1860, 15% of Damascus' Christian population were wiped out in 8-days of a murderous rampage. Despite widespread anti-Christian violence, roughly 85% of Damascus' Christian population were saved by their Muslim neighbours. In 1860, Syria's ancient and thriving Christian community nearly came to an end. A civil war raged in Mount Lebanon, which sa…

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Tracking Israel's lies: MEMO in Conversation with Jennine Khalik 1:10:43

5M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

Since Israel launched its genocidal bombing campaign in Gaza in October 2023, it has released numerous allegations to justify its actions and the killing of civilians, including that Hamas baked Israeli babies in ovens, or that it is operating from hospitals throughout the Strip. To date, most of its claims have been found to be unfounded, fabricat…

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Fuelling Israel's Genocide: MEMO in Conversation with Lydia de Leeuw & Misa Norigami 32:43

5M ago32:43

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Businesses that supply Israel with jet fuel are helping to maintain its bombing campaign in Gaza, but what are the legal implications to such support? In this week's MEMO in Conversation, we speak to the authors of a damning new report by the Centre for Research on Multinational Corporations (SOMO) that uncovers the extensive support provided by Is…

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Palestinian women's unique struggle against occupation: MEMO in Conversation with Amani Mustafa 53:55

5M ago53:55

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The prolonged nature of Israel's occupation of Palestinian land has meant women have to make life altering decisions from a very early age, the country director for Women for Women International in Palestine tells MEMO, their struggle is unique but women have been instrumental in rebuilding and healing their communities. A rights organisation that …

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Serbia and the Balkans through time: MEMO In Conversation with Dr Marko Attila Hoare 1:04:26

5M ago1:04:26

1:04:26

The history of Serbia remain poorly understood and is not discussed enough, but how did it transition from a narrative of being an oppressed people to perpetrator of a genocide? Join us as we discuss this and more with the author of 'Serbia: A Modern History'. In the 1990s, Yugoslavia broke down and a brutal war unfolded, culminating in a genocide …

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2023, the year displaced people broke all records: MEMO in Conversation with Ivana Hajzmanova 30:04

5M ago30:04

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Conflict and violence in Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and occupied Palestine drove the number of internally displaced people (IDPs) around the world to 75.9 million at the end of 2023. This is a new record, according to the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC). The body's global monitoring manager explains the driving force…

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Tool Shed: Discovering David In The Marble 9:15

6M ago9:15

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This is one of Dr. Baruch HaLevi's trusted tools he uses with his clients and in his life. In this tool, "Ride The Stock Market," Baruch explores the story of Michelangelo's creation of the sculpture of David and the lessons we can learn from it. The main themes include not passing over the blemished aspects of ourselves and others, the idea that m…

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Tool Shed: Ride The Stock Market 8:52

6M ago8:52

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This is one of Dr. Baruch HaLevi's trusted tools he uses with his clients and in his life. In this tool, "Ride The Stock Market," he explores the concept of zooming out and taking a broader perspective on life and finances. It emphasizes the importance of not getting caught up in day-to-day fluctuations and instead focusing on the long-term traject…

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Interfaith coexistence in a time of war: MEMO in Conversation with Dr Amineh Hoti 34:17

6M ago34:17

34:17

Peoples, communities and faith groups are being utilised to kill one another, but while different communities can clash this is not the only possibility, we can learn a lot about religious and cultural harmony from the Islamic rule of Spain, the leading conflict mediation expert says. The world is riddled with conflict, warfare and discord between …

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Are you seeking a men's group and community 8:10

6M ago8:10

8:10

Are you seeking a men's group and community Baruch HaLevi introduces Man Uprising, a men's group platform and movement for men in the second half of life. He discusses the importance of deep connections and brotherhood for men facing challenges such as divorce, depression, and death. HaLevi emphasizes the need for men to redefine themselves and fin…

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An End To Cancel Culture & The Rise of Resilience 43:30

6M ago43:30

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In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi and Dr. Daniel A. Franz discuss cancel culture, resilience, and the importance of open dialogue. They reflect on the recent Tom Brady roast and how it symbolizes the need for an end to cancel culture. They explore the lack of resilience in today's society and how it is influenced by factors such as social media a…

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Screw Retirement. Why Men Need Re-inspireMENt 15:04

6M ago15:04

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This conversation is about re-inspirement and finding purpose in the second half of life. Baruch discusses the different stages of a man's life according to Carl Jung and emphasizes that retirement should not be seen as the end but as a new chapter. He encourages men to continue expressing their voice and finding their vocation in the world. The ke…

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Judaism vs Zionism: MEMO In Conversation with Hadar Cohen 1:04:00

6M ago1:04:00

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Though internationally Israel uses the Bible to justify its colonisation of Palestine, for many Jews it is within Jewish ethical traditions that the seeds of anti-Zionism can be found. Israel coats itself in Jewish identity and purports to speak on behalf of all Jewish people, while critics of Israeli policy or its treatment of Palestinians are oft…

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WW2/Episode 10 - Aftermath 53:50

6M ago53:50

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The historian Keith Lowe, author of the best-selling The Savage Continent, discusses what happened in the aftermath of the Second World War, which left a world in ruins, tens of millions of refugees, and a slide into anarchy and chaos. As the world was slowly rebuilt, this aspect of the war was forgotten - but it had a lasting impact. The music in …

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WW2/Episode 9 - America's 'Good War' 1:07:59

6M ago1:07:59

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Professor John Bodnar, author of The 'Good War' in American Memory, discusses America's World War Two. The United States came out of the conflict as a victorious superpower. But this has encouraged a narrative of American exceptionalism which has not lived up to critical scrutiny, with historians revealing a divided and often violent country during…

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WW2/Episode 8 - The Soviet-German War 1:16:32

6M ago1:16:32

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Professor Geoffrey Roberts explains why the Soviet-German conflict on the Eastern front was the decisive theatre of the Second World War: without it, Nazi Germany would certainly have taken much longer to defeat. Despite this, outside military accounts, the Red Army's struggle has been overshadowed in Western narratives by the Anglo-American war ef…

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WW2/Episode 7 - The Underground War 1:03:17

6M ago1:03:17

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HALIK KOCHANSKI is the author of the award-winning Resistance, a sweeping account of the underground war across Nazi-occupied Europe. She tells a much more complex story than usual of subversion, SOE, partisans and civil war, as well as desperate Jewish defiance. The music in this episode is from Ida Pinkert's 'Four Songs', played by the Nimrod Ens…

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WW2/Episode 6 - China's War 1:06:32

6M ago1:06:32

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PROFESSOR HANS VAN DE VEN reveals a WW2 narrative that will be unfamiliar to most of us - China's epic war of resistance against Japan in the years 1937-45 and how it created the Communist giant that has become the global superpower of today. The music in this episode is from Ida Pinkert's 'Four Songs', played by the Nimrod Ensemble of Berlin as pa…

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WW2/Episode 5 - The Real Holocaust 1:04:51

6M ago1:04:51

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PROFESSOR CHRISTIAN GERLACH, author of The Extermination of the European Jews, revises the dominant narrative of the Holocaust to explain a phenomenon that was far more complex and far-reaching than has been previously understood. The music in this episode is from Ida Pinkert's 'Four Songs', played by the Nimrod Ensemble of Berlin as part of the Le…

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WW2/Episode 4 - Food: A Matter of Life and Death 47:18

6M ago47:18

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Social historian LIZZIE COLLINGHAM, author of the ground-breaking The Taste of War, explains how food and its delivery was critical to the conduct of WW2 - and could be a matter of life or death. The music in this episode is from Ida Pinkert's 'Four Songs', played by the Nimrod Ensemble of Berlin as part of the Lebensmelodien project, which seeks t…

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WW2/Episode 3 - The Pacific War 1:06:34

6M ago1:06:34

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The American historian IAN W. TOLL, author of the monumental Pacific War Trilogy, offers new insights into the conflict in the Pacific, which has too often been mis-remembered as an army-led narrative when the real victories were won at sea and in the air. The music in this episode is from Ida Pinkert's 'Four Songs', played by the Nimrod Ensemble o…

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WW2/Episode 2 - A World At War: Winning and Losing 1:01:42

6M ago1:01:42

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PROFESSOR RICHARD OVERY explores the global context of WW2 to show how it transforms our understanding of the conflict - in particular, how it was lost and won. The music in this episode is from Ida Pinkert's 'Four Songs', played by the Nimrod Ensemble of Berlin as part of the Lebensmelodien project, which seeks to rediscover the lost music of comp…

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WW2/Episode 1 - Britain Alone? 1:00:03

6M ago1:00:03

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PROFESSOR DAVID EDGERTON shows how the traditional narrative of Britain's Second World War is seriously misleading. Britain was the richest nation in Europe in 1939 and lay at the centre of a huge global empire. It also, despite appeasement in the 1930s, maintained a thriving military-industrial-scientific complex throughout the inter-war period. T…

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Why Men Need To Rise UP In The Second Half of Life 11:20

6M ago11:20

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Why Men Need To Rise UP In The Second Half of Life Baruch HaLevi discusses his passion project, Man Uprising, which is focused on helping men rise up in the second half of life. He emphasizes the importance of leaving behind boyhood and embracing healthy masculinity. He talks about the need to redefine goals and rules in the second half of life, pa…

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