Best Prussian Podcasts (2024)

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19th July 1870: The Franco-Prussian War begins when Napoleon III declares war

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The Franco-Prussian War began with a declaration of war by the French emperor, Napoleon ...By Scott Allsop

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America's Gay Prussian General 22:06

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Whoa! It's the live episode but in regular format. America wins its independence with the help of a gay Prussian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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The Prussian Prince: An Austro-Prussian War Novel by Cody C.Engdahl 39:32

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The Prussian Prince is a swashbuckling adventure that'll take you into the heart of the Austro-Prussian War, featuring historically accurate depictions of the Battles of Tratenau and Königgrätz, with real historical characters such as Otto von Bismarck, King Wilhelm I, the Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm, and so much more as Germany marches toward u…

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18th July 1966: The Hough Riots begin in Cleveland, Ohio

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Traitor's Blade: the swashbuckling start of the Greatcoats Quartet 43:24

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The Three Musketeers meets Joe Abercrombie via Mark Lawrence: 'Guaranteed to increase household swashbuckling by 100%,' says Library Journal The Greatcoats are travelling magistrates bringing justice to all . . . or at least they were, before they watched the Dukes impale their King's head on a spike. Now the land's heroes are reviled as traitors, …

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17th July 1917: King George V changes the name of the British royal family to the House of Windsor

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Amidst enormous anti-German sentiment during the First World War, King George V made a historic proclamation that all descendants of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in the male line, who were British subjects, would bear the surname ...By Scott Allsop

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16th July 1935: World’s first parking meter installed in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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The meters were installed along the southeast corner of First Street and Robinson Avenue in downtown Oklahoma City, and charged 5 cents per hour. They proved effective in regulating parking spaces and ensuring a higher turnover rate, which benefited local ...By Scott Allsop

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Historical fantasy novels combine the rich tapestry of historical settings with the imaginative elements of fantasy 35:07

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Creating a unique genre that captivates readers with both familiar and fantastical worlds. These novels are set in real historical periods but incorporate magical elements, mythical creatures, or alternate histories, blending fact with fiction. Authors of historical fantasy meticulously research the chosen era to provide an authentic backdrop while…

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15th July 1815: Napoleon Bonaparte voluntarily surrenders to the British

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Napoleon Bonaparte voluntarily surrendered to British Captain Maitland on board the Royal Navy ship HMS ...By Scott Allsop

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A Life Eternal by Richard Ayer 31:52

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Is it a gift or a curse to be immune to death, to be chosen to live forever? An eternal life, unable to die, to be killed, to live on in perpetuity while all around you age and die... When Sergeant Rob Deakin is mortally wounded during the First World War, he is destined to become just another nameless casualty of a terrible conflict. However, a ch…

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14th July 1915: McMahon-Hussein Correspondence begins, resulting in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire in World War I

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While Hussein believed Britain had agreed to recognise a vast independent Arab state, the British maintained that certain areas were excluded. This ambiguity went on to fuel later tensions and conflict in the Middle ...By Scott Allsop

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13th July 1863: New York City draft riots mark the largest civil urban disturbance in American history

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Over 100 people were killed in the riots and thousands more were injured. In addition, millions of dollars of damage was caused to buildings and ...By Scott Allsop

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12th July 1862: Creation of the Congressional Medal of Honor

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A resolution to create the U.S. Army Medal of Honor was authorised by Congress and signed into law by President Abraham ...By Scott Allsop

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Day of the Long Knives: A post-Soviet political thriller by Paul Clark 26:17

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Olympic hero turned peace campaigner Ruslan Shanidza sets out on his most ambitious undertaking, leading a campaign to unseat the brutal strongman who rules his post-communist homeland. He assembles a fractious coalition of rivals and former enemies. But they must confront some very dangerous men, who have so much blood on their hands that they can…

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11th July 1804: Vice President Aaron Burr fatally wounds Alexander Hamilton, former Secretary of the Treasury, in a duel

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Hamilton’s death shocked the nation, as he was a leading figure in American politics and instrumental in the country’s ...By Scott Allsop

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Way of Argosi by Mr.Sebastien De Castell. 42:20

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The first of three prequels to the bestselling Spellslinger series. The Alchemist meets The Three Musketeers—with card tricks. A brilliant origin story of adventure, wit, and philosophy to enrapture devotees as well as newcomers to the Spellslinger series. Ferius Parfax has a simple plan: kill every last inhabitant of the spell-gifted nation that d…

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American Filth Live! 45:30

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It's our recording of American Filth Live! Featuring a gay Prussian who changed the course of the Revolutionary War. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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10th July 1913: Highest recorded temperature on Earth

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The highest temperature ever recorded on Earth was measured at Furnace Creek in Death Valley, ...By Scott Allsop

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9th July 1762: Catherine the Great becomes Empress of Russia following a coup against her husband, Peter III

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Peter III ascended the throne in January 1762 and within just six months had alienated key segments of Russian society. Meanwhile Catherine had garnered support from a number of key individuals due to her alignment with Russian ...By Scott Allsop

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Book 101 Review on our Sapha Sunday 34:11

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Sci-fi fantasy characters often serve as the bridge between the known and the unimaginable, embodying the essence of exploration and innovation. These characters, whether human, alien, or a creation of pure fantasy, navigate worlds where technology and magic redefine the boundaries of possibility. They are architects of their destinies, wielding ad…

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8th July 1947: Roswell Army Air Base reports ‘flying disc’ debris

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Walter Haut, the public information officer of the Roswell Army Air Field, issued a press release saying that the military had recovered the remains of a ‘flying ...By Scott Allsop

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7th July 1952: SS United States establishes the record for the fastest transatlantic crossing by an ocean liner

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SS United States secured the Blue Riband, an accolade awarded to the passenger liner crossing the Atlantic with the highest average speed, and continues to hold the record to this ...By Scott Allsop

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Spellslinger by Sebastien De Castell 43:14

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A would-be mage with no magic of his own has to defeat powerful enemies with only cunning and deception in the first book of an exciting adventure fantasy series from Sebastien de Castell. Kellen is moments away from facing his first duel and proving his worth as a spellcaster. There's just one problem: his magic is fading. Facing exile unless he c…

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6th July 1892: The Homestead Strike sees Pinkerton agents fight striking steelworkers

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Dozens were killed or injured when Pinkerton agents working on behalf of the Carnegie Steel Company fought striking steelworkers in Homestead, ...By Scott Allsop

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5th July 1937: SPAM, the canned cooked pork, first introduced by Hormel Foods Corporation @SPAMbrand

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The United States continues to be the world’s largest consumer of Spam, with the luncheon meat being a particularly big seller in ...By Scott Allsop

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The Jersey Death Squad by Mark Meding 28:07

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This is a story about four friends who grew up together in rural northern New Jersey. The four are close enough to be brothers- chosen family- whose loyalty and love for one another becomes a powerful force in their lives growing up. But when the boys witness a tragic accident befall a local police officer, they are severely impacted, especially up…

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4th July 1918: Mehmed VI ascends to the throne as the last sultan of the Ottoman Empire

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By the time Mehmed VI became sultan following the death of his half-brother, the empire was on the brink of collapse due to a combination of military losses, economic hardship, and nationalist movements at ...By Scott Allsop

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Binging with the Founders 14:38

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Two days before the end of the Constitutional Convention, the delegates, including George Washington, got hammered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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3rd July 1979: President Jimmy Carter authorises $500,000 to aid the mujahideen in Afghanistan

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By the time Soviet troops were withdrawn from Afghanistan in 1989, it had become one of the CIA’s longest and most expensive covert ...By Scott Allsop

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Sebastien's acclaimed swashbuckling fantasy series, The Greatcoats. was shortlisted for both the 2014 Goodreads Choice Award for Best Fantasy. 37:01

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Sebastien de Castell had just finished a degree in Archaeology when he started work on his first dig. Four hours later he realized how much he actually hated archaeology and left to pursue a very focused career as a musician, ombudsman, interaction designer, fight choreographer, teacher, project manager, actor, and product strategist. His only defe…

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2nd July 1900: LZ 1, the first rigid Zeppelin airship, makes its maiden flight over Lake Constance in Germany

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The LZ 1 featured a rigid aluminium frame covered with a fabric skin, within which was a series of 17 individual gas cells made from rubberized ...By Scott Allsop

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1st July 1863: The Battle of Gettysburg begins, resulting in a decisive Union victory

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Approximately 23,000 Union soldiers and 28,000 Confederates were killed, wounded, or captured in just three ...By Scott Allsop

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30th June 1859: Charles Blondin became the first person to cross Niagara Falls on a tightrope

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With the aid of a 26 foot long balancing pole, he crossed the gorge in a stunt taking just 23 ...By Scott Allsop

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BSL Learning Materials. 0:48

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At BSL Learning, we're dedicated to providing you with the best learning resources and support. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your skills, we've got everything you need to succeed! Our comprehensive courses are designed to cater to all your educational needs. From expert instructors to top-notch materials, you can trust us …

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29th June 1971: Soviet spacecraft Soyuz 11 disaster, resulting in its cosmonauts becoming the only humans to ever die in space

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Subsequent investigations revealed that a cabin vent valve had accidentally opened and depressurised the capsule when the service module was jettisoned at an altitude of 168 km, causing the crew to fall unconscious and suffer cardiac arrest in less than a ...By Scott Allsop

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28th June 1969: The Stonewall Riots begin when New York City police raid the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village

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Rioting continued for another five nights and acted as a catalyst for LGBT political ...By Scott Allsop

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27th June 1898: Joshua Slocum completes the first solo circumnavigation of the globe

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Slocum completed the first solo circumnavigation on June 27, 1898, after covering approximately 46,000 miles in an old Massachusetts oyster boat named ...By Scott Allsop

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Quaker Jugs 32:06

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Sometimes when Puritans are oppressing you, a Quaker, you gotta pull the girls out. Come to American Filth Live this Saturday in Atlanta! Tickets here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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A Long Night of Chaos by Paul Clark 33:55

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In the vacuum left by the break-up of the Soviet Union, long-suppressed national rivalries are poised to wreak havoc. A leading Communist contacts Olympic hero Ruslan Shanidza. He begs him to use his popularity among different ethnic groups to halt the slide to civil war. So begins a fraught peace mission that takes Ruslan deep into the conflict zo…

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26th June 1963: American President John F. Kennedy declares US support for West Berlin with the phrase, ‘Ich bin ein Berliner’

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While the speech effectively recognised East Berlin as part of the Soviet Bloc, it also reaffirmed America’s commitment to defend West Berlin against ...By Scott Allsop

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25th June 1950: Korean War begins when North Korean forces cross the 38th parallel, invading South Korea

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North Korean troops launched a surprise and quickly advanced southward to capture Seoul, the capital of South Korea, within ...By Scott Allsop

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Sci-fi fantasy characters often serve as the bridge between the known and the unimaginable, embodying the essence of exploration and innovation. 40:17

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These characters, whether human, alien, or a creation of pure fantasy, navigate worlds where technology and magic redefine the boundaries of possibility. They are architects of their destinies, wielding advanced technologies or arcane powers to confront challenges that stretch the limits of their courage, wisdom, and moral compass. Through their jo…

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24th June 1947: The first widely-reported UFO sighting was made by private pilot Kenneth Arnold

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In what Kenneth Arnold later complained was an ‘historic misquote’, the press coined the now-ubiquitous phrase ‘flying saucers’ to describe the ...By Scott Allsop

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23rd June 1960: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Enovid as the first combined oral contraceptive pill in the world

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400,000 women saw their doctors to obtain Enovid contraceptive prescriptions in the first ...By Scott Allsop

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Speedfitters by Scott Sweer 33:35

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SpeedFitters arrives at an accident scene before an ambulance, deciding if your limbs will be re-attached. No insurance? No problem. Your limbs are sold off, but you get shiny-new SpeedFitters prosthetic at a 10% discount! Working shootings and car accidents, Steven Kelly slops up limbs to keep a roof over his head. He wants the American dream, rid…

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22nd June 1940: France signs the Second Armistice of Compiègne with Nazi Germany which signals the Fall of France

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Adolf Hitler seized the opportunity to inflict a symbolic humiliation on the French by signing the armistice in the same location, and in the same railway carriage, as the armistice of the First World ...By Scott Allsop

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21st June 1877: Ten Irish immigrants hanged for murder, having been accused of membership of the Molly Maguires secret society

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Historians have since questioned the convictions, which saw ten men hanged for murder – six in the prison at Pottsville, and four at Mauch Chunk in Carbon ...By Scott Allsop

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Food 101 Foundation 1:43

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The Food 101 Foundation is dedicated to combating food insecurity and promoting nutritional well-being in underserved communities. Our primary goals include alleviating hunger by providing access to nutritious meals, educating communities on healthy eating habits, and supporting local food systems to ensure sustainable sources of nourishment. We ad…

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20th June 1945: The United States approves the transfer of Nazi rocket scientist Wernher von Braun to America

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Wernher von Braun initially developed rockets for the United States Army, but was later made director of the Marshall Space Flight Center where he oversaw the design of the Saturn V rocket that launched the Apollo spacecraft to the ...By Scott Allsop

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Hard Harding's Sex Letters 22:51

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Our 29th president had a habit of cheating on his wife. And one of his affairs left behind 1000 pages of smutty letters. Come to American Filth Live! June 29th in Atlanta. Tickets here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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