Hosted by Dr Niamh Wycherley, this podcast shows that medieval Irish history is complex and dynamic — not at all stuffy or static. Via lively and engaging chats with leading experts, it explores aspects of a largely ignored, but commonly evoked, period, and shares new and exciting research on medieval Ireland. [email protected] X (Twitter): @EarlyIrishPod Supported by the Dept of Early Irish, Maynooth University, Taighde Éireann (formerly SFI/IRC). Views expressed are speakers' ...
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Embark on an enthralling expedition into the enchanting realm of medieval history with "Saving History." Journey through time across Europe and beyond, uncovering extraordinary tales that resonate through the Middle Ages. From legendary figures to daily life, our podcast brings history alive for enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. Dive deeper with our Patreon exclusive content at patreon.com/savinghistorychannel. Unlock monthly bonus episodes, in-depth explorations, and behind-the-scenes ...
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Celtic and Gothic Music Artist Tiffany Apan (also known as The Gothic Celt) talks travel, music, entertainment, and even has the occasional guest on. Enjoy your journey into the world of bonfires, castles, and time travel.
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The basic facts of Holmes are well-known to nearly every literate person on the globe. He was the creation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and made appearances in fifty-six short stories and four novels. He solved cases from 221B Baker Street in London with the assistance of his faithful companion, Dr. Watson. Holmes became so popular that Doyle couldn’t get away with killing him. Holmes is one of the few true timeless characters in literature. His canonical adventures may have been set in the lat ...
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Friends Lucy Brydon (the Scottish one) and Karen Campbell (the Not Scottish one) chat about all things Scotland. From haunted castles and spooky stone circles to fairy lore and mythical creatures galore (and more!) join us with your wee dram and sense of humour as we kick back, relax and tell a Scottish tale or two with YOU! For uncut video versions, artwork by Karen & Lucy and more visit 1scot1not.com.
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A history podcast about the Middle Ages and warfare during those times. From knights to Vikings, crusaders to kings, we will explore the medieval world and its military history. Hosted by the editor of Medieval Warfare magazine, this podcast features guests discussing various topics about warfare, including battles, sieges, weapons, military organization, chivalry and more. We will have conversations with the leading historians and archaeologists in the field, who can tell us about the lates ...
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Welcome to Podlediad Penrhyn, a five-part podcast about the history of the Penrhyn estate in northwest Wales. Penrhyn Castle is a country house in Gwynedd, now a major visitor attraction managed by the National Trust, which previously sat at the heart of an extensive landed estate stretching across parts of in northwest Wales. Your host, PhD researcher Kayla Jones, will take you through various aspects of the estate’s story, from its medieval history, connections with slavery and role in the ...
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“They came after the impact and the firestorms. When the sun went dark. Like they’d been there all along. Just waiting.” From executive producers of The Walking Dead and Travis Beacham, the writer of Pacific Rim, comes a heart-stopping Audible Original featuring a brilliant British cast. It’s the near future and seven years since a comet hit the earth and blotted out the sun. The world is a dark, frozen landscape. And then, beastly creatures emerge and take over. Can they really be vampires? ...
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Lady from Day is a story about an adventurer Lia (Sophie Neveu) and her group of companions and their quest to save the princess Daschl Feyris (Cerhiunnhn) from her malady. The princess is cursed with an appetite that doesn't cease unless she is asleep. She is always hungry and has been eating all of the kingdom's food. Lia, her counterpart Siegfried (JauntyHat) roam Feyris and the outlying regions in search of a cure for the princess. Through their journey they meet up with some unexpected ...
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Dr. Scott McLean, PhD Modern British history and MA in British medieval history, is the founding Director of Explore History. He began his academic career at the University of Guelph, Canada, before moving to England in 1999 to work at Queen’s University (Canada) Bader International Study Centre at Herstmonceux Castle. Teaching at the BISC offered the opportunity to not only meet some wonderful students and travel to historic sites, but teach a wide range of courses in British and European h ...
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Glynn Burrows, historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England, shares what to experience in England. Hear about the scenic countryside and coastal areas, historic castles and cathedrals, gardens and villages, unique lodgings and dining establishments, where to celebrate the arts, and how to trace your family roots, and more.
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Stories From Lore - A Folklore, Nature And Heritage Podcast
Dawn Nelson: Author, Consultant & Performance Storyteller
Merry Met virtual traveller and welcome to Stories From Lore. A monthly podcast that invites you to ‘Rewild Yourself Through Story,‘ by exploring nature, folklore and the stories it inspires. My name is Dawn Nelson and I am an author and professional performance storyteller. cerridwenscauldron.substack.com
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Ye Olde Guide is a podcast about the history and heritage of the towns and cities of England. Perhaps you’re visiting one of England's wonderful cities and want to arrive primed to explore the remnants of its past. Or maybe you’re seeking a new appreciation of the town you live in. Either way, this podcast is for you. Think of us as part guide book, part companion, part battle of towns. Visit our website yeoldeguide.com for extensive show notes, maps and discussion. We hope you enjoy the pod ...
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The Red Eye Manifesto is a weekly travel podcast born to explore every realm of adventure with your wallet in mind. Here, we recount stories of travels passed and relay a series of tips for making travel as enjoyable as it can be economical. The world is a beautiful place, and can be yours for pennies, if you're willing to take a chance. So, what are you waiting for? Don't let your dreams be dreams.
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Castles in Medieval Ireland with Dr Victoria McAlister
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54:21Dr Victoria McAlister from Towson University, Maryland, on everything you ever wanted to know about castles! Featuring all the big hits, Maynooth Castle, Bunratty, Blarney, Trim, the Rock of Dunamase, Clonard castle, Ferrycarrig, Carrickfergus, Irish castles, Anglo-Norman castles, Tower houses, colonialism, we cover it all. Dr McAlister busts some …
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Ireland and St Gallen in Early Medieval Europe with the National Museum of Ireland
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58:11This week Matt Seaver, Assistant Keeper of Irish Antiquities and Dr Diarmuid Ó Riain, curatorial researcher, welcomed us in to the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare St. to see the unique new exhibition: Words on the Wave. This is an incredible display of precious manuscripts from the Abbey of St Gall, Switzerland — some returning to Ireland for t…
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Chinese cyber-attack on Czechia, mural pays tribute to Milada Horáková, interview with Veronika Novotná
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28:13For today's show: the News; Czech government holds China responsible for cyber-attack on Ministry of Foreign Affairs network; new mural at Prague’s Letná pays tribute to Milada Horáková; an interview with Czech UN Youth Delegate Veronika Novotná on the mental health crisis of our time and what the UN can do about it.…
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Karel Čapek’s Letters from England, Filtruj! 2025 coffee festival, psychiatrist Tomáš Páleníček on psychedelics
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32:18News; Čapek’s Letters from England, signed by WWII paratroopers, exhibited; Prague celebrates specialty coffee at Filtruj! 2025 festival; Dr. Tomáš Páleníček on psychedelics in psychiatric treatment.
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Czech-African partnership, Day of Czech, Beavers’ comeback to Czech landscape, news
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29:12News, Africa Day highlights historic Czech-African partnership, Day of Czech returns to enthuse and educate about Czech language and literature, Beavers’ comeback: How a once-extinct species is reshaping the Czech landscape, news
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Sherlock Holmes: The Problem of Thor Bridge (EP0134)
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38:16Original Release Date: April 29, 2010 Holmes is called in to investigate the death of the wife of a wealthy man, who is in loved with the alleged murderess. Original Air Date: October 1, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to…
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Russian disinformation campaign, 100 years of Sokol’s Tyrš House, Martin Dušek on Czech taste
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27:35From tanks to sabotage: how Russia never left Czechia alone, To mark 100th anniversary, Sokol’s Tyrš House unveils new mural, Martin Dušek maps anarchic Czech approach to construction in new film
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In honor of National Military Month and Memorial Day, this poignant episode of Big Blend Radio's "English Connection" with Glynn Burrows—historian and owner of Norfolk Tours in England—reflects on how we can respectfully remember those who lived through and lost their lives in World War I and World War II. Glynn shares personal insights into the de…
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Czechia opens the envelope on postal voting
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29:30Czechia has made a historic change to its election laws: citizens living abroad will now be able to vote by mail. As Czech women Marta McCabe, Julie O'Donovan and political scientist Petr Just point out, the reform comes after years of advocacy by Czech expatriates around the world. Weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes brings their views.…
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Major Jiří Trnka exhibition opens, Czechoslovaks in Soviet gulags, 24th Prague Fringe begins
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29:28News; A major exhibition about the Czech animator and illustrator Jiří Trnka opens in Prague; Revealing the fate of Czechoslovaks in Soviet Gulags; Interview with Steve Gove as the 24th Prague Fringe Festival begins its rich programme of performances.
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Sherlock Holmes: The Eyes of Mr. Leyton (EP0129)
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33:23Original Release Date: April 22, 2010 Holmes tries to prevent a murder in an opium den. Original Air Date: September 24, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Give us a call at …
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Remains of Olomouc's Přemyslid rulers, medieval medical manuscripts, Czech Anne Frank
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27:28For today's show: the news; remains of Olomouc's Přemyslid rulers identified and laid to rest; researchers examine stains in medieval medical manuscripts to uncover ancient remedies; the Czech Anne Frank: Diary of Věrka Kohnová.
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Season 5 Episode 6: The Many Headed - Ancient Chimera and Medieval Manticore's, Bonnacons and Unicorns
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14:25In Episode 6 we’re are looking at the fearsome many headed beasts that have appeared in mythology and story through the centuries. My main references for this episode are Borges book of Imaginary Beings, Richard Barber’s translation of the MS Bodley 764 Bestiary and Hana Videen’s, The Deorhord. So, grab yourself a cuppa as we battle with the many h…
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Czech Army reaches out to public, firefighters at risk of heart disease, interview with Jiří Pehe
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29:10For today's show: the News; how the Czech Army is reaching out to the public; are firefighters at increased risk of heart disease due to “eternal chemicals”?; and for our feature, an interview with political scientist Jiří Pehe on his career and life as he retires at 70.
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Iconic Říp Hill was once lava lake, Via Silva Nortica cycling route, final bears in castle moats, ex-Slovak president Kiska
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25:20News; the iconic Říp Hill was once a lava lake, researchers have revealed; the future Via Silva Nortica: the cycle route from Vysočina through southern Bohemia and on to Melk in Austria; will bears disappear entirely from Czech castles?; former Slovak President Kiska speaks out on Fico, Orbán, Babiš and the EU.…
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Sherlock Holmes: The Out of Date Murder (EP0124)
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33:39Original Release Date: April 15, 2010 Holmes and Watson find a body that at first appears to answer the mystery of a disappearance more than a century before. However, Holmes suspects the corpse is of more recent vintage: Original Air Date: September 17, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-…
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Send us a text On this day in 1536, England saw the first Queen executed by beheading. Queen Anne Boleyn has left quite an iconic mark on history and the English monarchy. While I plan to do more episodes on her, this episode is a tribute to her on this day. One of my favorite sources on all things Anne Boleyn is Claire Ridgway's Channel on YouTube…
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Join us on a jam packed episode of Ye Olde Guide! This is the second part of three episodes on Nottingham In the Science & industry section we discover the history of the Lace industry and the big companies that grew in Nottingham like Boots chemist, Raleigh Cycles and Players Cigarettes. We will learn about the contributions of the Universities in…
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Czechia's extreme drought, expats in London honor Czech-Slovak wartime stories, Prague–Prčice March
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26:30On today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; Czechia's extreme drought and forecast for the summer; expats in London honor Czech and Slovak wartime stories; and, for our feature, over 24,500 walkers take part in 58th annual Prague–Prčice March.
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Coming home to the unknown: Australian couple traces Czech roots
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26:00Australian couple Jean Svoboda and her partner Richard have returned to Czechia to continue a remarkable journey—one that began in online archives and led them across Europe. Jean, whose father was Czech and mother Latvian, has spent years reconstructing her family’s past, piece by piece. Richard, himself of British origins and new to genealogy but…
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Czech election campaign begins, top real-life places in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Open House Prague
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27:28News; Czech voters are sticking to familiar choices as the election campaign begins; The top 4 real-life locations of the hit game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II; Dozens of rarely accessible buildings are set to welcome visitors during Open House Prague.
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The Royal Irish Academy Library with Barbara McCormack
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49:09In this episode, we chat about the incredible academic and public resource that is the Library in the Royal Irish Academy. Academy Librarian Barbara McCormack tells us all about the collection of medieval manuscripts including some of Ireland's oldest manuscripts the Cathach of Columba and the Stowe Missal. Please visit the library yourself or chec…
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Sherlock Holmes: The Story of Colonel Warburton’s Madness (EP0119)
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30:49Original Release Date: April 8, 2010 Dr. Watson is on vacation and runs into an old army man with a guest visiting from Africa. The Colonel hears whistles no one else does, and his niece insists he’s going mad. Original Air Date: September 10, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis …
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MUSIC INTERVIEW: Lief Sorbye of the Celtic Rock Band Tempest (Throwback Episode!)
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38:44Send us a text THROWBACK EPISODE: Originally recorded back in 2022, this is a conversation I had with Celtic Rock Band Tempest front man Lief Sorbye when I interviewed him for Celtic Nations Magazine. This is being released in light of the release of his new book in which he tells his life story. I plan to feature that book on this podcast, but for…
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Poll shows 81% of Czechs would defend country, Prague Transport celebrates 150 years, Rohan Island
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24:48News; GLOBSEC poll shows 81% of Czechs would defend country; The Prague Transport Company celebrates 150 years with special documentary series; Prague off the Beaten Track goes to Rohan Island.
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Adonxs' chances in Eurovision 2025, Brno scientists montoring system for sleep prevention, award-winning cafe in Prague
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30:00In today's Czechia in 30 minutes show, we bring you: the news; the chances of Adonxs winning Eurovision 2025 in Basel; Brno scientists develop monitoring system to keep pilots from nodding off; and, for our feature, I take you to an award-winning cafe in Prague, May Cafe, to speak to its owner about the inspiration behind the cafe.…
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Prague Spring music festival, Czech cavers complete longest underground traverse, Steven Gaydos remembers Jiří Bartoška
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27:20News; interview with the programme director of Prague Spring music festival; Czech cavers navigate country’s longest underground traverse in Moravia; Variety journalist Steven Gaydos remembers the late Jiří Bartoška.
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Sherlock Holmes: The Limping Ghost (EP0114)
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38:14Original Release Date: April 1, 2010 Holmes is off to a Scottish castle to investigate the legend of a ghost whose appearance announces death. Original Air Date: September 3, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation to: Adam Graha…
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Museum of Survivors in Schindler's factory, World Ice Hockey Championship, geocaching
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29:22News, Museum of Survivors opens near Brno, in the former factory of Oskar Schindler, Czechia beats Norway at World Ice Hockey Championship, and the geocaching craze in Czechia.
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Frederick II: The Wonder of the World - From Orphan to Europe's Most Powerful Emperor | Ep.88
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45:42Discover the extraordinary story of Frederick II, the medieval ruler so remarkable his contemporaries called him "Stupor Mundi" - the Wonder of the World. Orphaned at age 4 and left to wander the streets of Sicily, this forgotten child defied all odds to become Europe's most powerful emperor, a multilingual intellectual, and scientific pioneer cent…
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“We have no choice—this Is our home,” says Czech fighter in Ukraine
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28:35In Czechia in 30 Minutes, Czech fighter Jan Trčka explains why he defends Ukraine—and why the war matters to all who value democracy.
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Death of actor Jiří Bartoška, Czech geopark may lose UNESCO status, trip to Grand Hotel International Prague
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29:03News; passing of Jiří Bartoška, actor and face of Karlovy Vary festival; selling precious stones of unclear origin may cost geogark its UNESCO status; POBT explores Grand Hotel International Prague.
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Sherlock Holmes: The Paradol Chamber (EP0109)
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34:00Original Release Date: March 25, 2010 A female scientist wants Dr. Watson and his wife to invest in her invention, a metal that facilitates human teleportation. Original Air Date: May 21, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net Mail a donation t…
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Alex Rosenzweig talks to Holocaust survivor Felix Kafka who together with his brother was lucky enough to join a children’s transport to Great Britain, organised by Nicholas Winton. Mr. Kafka, who will turn 100 in June of this year, shares his memories of the time. And later on Jakub Ferencik will talk to Ivan Puš, a historian at Palacký University…
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Court blocks Dukovany tender, Terezín Ghetto liberated 80 years ago, Interview with Adam Stewart
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30:29Brno court blocks completion of Dukovany tender – what happens now?, Suffering not over for Terezín inmates, as liberating troops arrived to free them, Adam Stewart: Many Czechs don’t believe Cimrman plays could possibly work in English, news
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Welcome to Nottingham, where rebellion runs deep. In this first part of our mini-series, we dive into the city's tangled history of politics and protest, from Nottingham Castle's royal showdowns to Luddite uprisings in Market Square, riots in St Ann's and the rise of justice in unexpected places. We meet England's first black magistrate, explore th…
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Anifilm festival kicks off, Czechia tops EU sales of e-cars, Interview with Martina Skála
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29:24Science fiction in the spotlight at this year’s Anifilm festival, Czechia shows greatest growth in EU of sales of electric cars, Martina Skála on working with Forman and Polanski – and dancing with horses, news
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Zelensky in Prague, 80th anniversary of Prague Uprising, AI researcher Lea-Ann Germinder
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28:34Zelensky in Prague: “We see Czech aid as a joint fight against terrorism”, 80 years ago: Prague rises up against the Third Reich, “You absolutely have to use AI”: AI researcher on Czech-US alignment in AI regulation
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Sherlocks Holmes: In Flanders Field (EP0104)
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36:25Original Release Date: March 18, 2010 Holmes and Watson come out of retirement to help the British Military in World War I. Holmes has to find out if an actor visiting the troops is really a traitor. Original Air Date: May 14, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at https://suppor…
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Prague, Patton, and the politics of liberation
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29:53Eighty years ago, World War II ended in Czechoslovakia with both celebration and uncertainty. In this weekend edition of Czechia in 30 minutes, historian Vít Smetana reflects on how the U.S. Army and Soviet forces divided the country—not just geographically, but politically. What did liberation mean in 1945, and how should we remember it today?…
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US-Ukraine agreement, Freedom celebrations in Plzeň, casting director Maya Kvetny
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28:50Landovský: “The agreement will help Kyiv. If the US is mining somewhere, security forces will be present”, Freedom Celebrations in Plzeň bigger than ever on 80th anniversary of liberation, Maya Kvetny’s casting journey from L.A. to Prague
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Sherlock Holmes: The Purloined Ruby (EP0099)
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40:10Original Release Date: March 11, 2010 Sherlock Holmes again returns from retirement. This time he and Watson are trying to solve a mystery that surrounds a play based on Sherlock Holmes’ adventures and a stolen ruby from a distant land. Original Air Date: May 7, 1945 Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show o…
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