Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy at the LMU in Munich and at King's College London, takes listeners through the history of philosophy, "without any gaps". www.historyofphilosophy.net
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New from the Washington Presidential Library, Leadership and Legacy invites prominent leaders and historians to reflect on their growth, challenges, and innovative approaches that made them the leaders that they are today, as well as how these questions can be informed by the past — in particular the lessons and legacy of George Washington.
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Reflecting History is an educational history podcast that explores significant historical events and themes without losing track of the ordinary people involved. Covering a wide variety of topics, it explores the connection between history, psychology, and philosophy.
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BackStory is a weekly public podcast hosted by U.S. historians Ed Ayers, Brian Balogh, Nathan Connolly and Joanne Freeman. We're based in Charlottesville, Va. at Virginia Humanities. There’s the history you had to learn, and the history you want to learn - that’s where BackStory comes in. Each week BackStory takes a topic that people are talking about and explores it through the lens of American history. Through stories, interviews, and conversations with our listeners, BackStory makes histo ...
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Listening to America aims to “light out for the territories,” traveling less visited byways and taking time to see this immense, extraordinary country with fresh eyes while listening to the many voices of America’s past, present, and future. Led by noted historian and humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson, Listening to America travels the country’s less visited byways, from national parks and forests to historic sites to countless under-recognized rural and urban places. Through this exploration ...
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Listen to leading scholars, activists and writers talk about the practice of history and reflect on the social forces that are changing our world.
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This is a podcast about Caribbean History and a good resource for individuals researching their family history Host: Wendy Aris
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In this podcast, we'll visit 200 Wonders of the World, from the Pyramids to the Great Barrier Reef, to tell the story of our people, our civilization, and our planet. My name is Caroline Vahrenkamp, and I'm a travel junkie. The world is filled with amazing places that reflect the greatest achievements of human accomplishment. In these uncertain times, understanding our great shared history may help to bridge the divides between us. And if not, it will be a fun ride anyway! We'll discuss the ...
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In this new podcast, Flores chronicles the heroes, scoundrels, and pivotal events that defined the West, blending captivating stories of its charismatic animals, Jeffersonian explorations, and the adventurer-artists who immortalized Native peoples and western landscapes. From well-known tales to hidden gems, Flores uncovers the rich history of the West like never before. Joined by his former students Rinella and Williams, as well as other historians and special guests, Flores will share, deb ...
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Old friends reflect on their history with gaming and try to keep up while they grow up - games, movies, shows, and more.
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Stories of how passion and craft take us to different corners of the world.@alongwayfromtheblock@dialoguesofjazz
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VA250 and WTJU 91.1 FM present Founding Footprints, a podcast tracing the legacy of the Revolutionary era in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Virginia. Listen as Dr. Benjamin Bernard explores the history and culture of the region, reflecting on the 250 years since the American Revolution. You can find travel itineraries for your own historic adventure at https://www.visitcharlottesville.org/ And you can find more information about Virginia's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the A ...
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A podcast from Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison that provides listeners with everything they need to know about what’s going on in the world. americanprestige.supportingcast.fm
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Oprah is opening the vault of The Oprah Winfrey Show with 25 years of hand-picked legendary interviews, a-ha moments, ugly cries and unforgettable surprises. A lot has changed since she ended the show, but many of our personal struggles have stayed the same. We’re all still looking to connect, to be seen and to know that we’re not alone. We’re also looking for some joy, some laughs and some much-needed inspiration. As we head into this new decade, what better time to look back and reflect, t ...
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Secession Podcast is a digital series created by the Secession in 2022. In conversations with artists, curators, and theorists, the podcast series offers interesting insights into the Secession’s exhibition programme of twelve to fifteen contemporary art shows every year. The program also features discussions on current issues, as well as experimental sound formats and – creating an oral history archive – conversations between members of the Association of Visual Artists, who share their per ...
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Dave Portnoy, Kirk Minihane and Ryan Whitney talk the inner workings of Barstool, while reflecting back on company history with guests that everybody knows and loves. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/unnamedshow
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A weekly (term-time) podcast featuring brief interviews with the presenters at the Cambridge American History Seminar. We talk about presenters' current research and paper, their broader academic interests as well as a few more general questions. If you have any feedback, suggestions or questions, contact us via Twitter @camericanist or via email [email protected] . Thanks for listening!
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A podcast devoted to talking about the records we love. History, context, analysis... it's all here. Hopefully. Or maybe we're just fawning over stuff we like. [email protected]
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A podcast about persecution, preparation, and the history and theology of mission work with Dr. Phil Hopkins.
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Dr. Nic Butler, historian at the Charleston County Public Library, explores the less familiar corners of local history with stories that invite audiences to reflect on the enduring presence of the past in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
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This podcast is for and about soldiers of the Canadian Army. Its primary goal is to provide them with useful information through thoughtful and open discussions that reflect their mutual interests and concerns. Though soldiers are our primary audience, the topics covered on this podcast should be relevant to anyone who supports our soldiers or who has an interest in Canadian military matters.
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CEREBRO is a podcast about Marvel's Merry Mutants, the Uncanny X-Men, hosted by Connor Goldsmith. Each episode highlights one character. Tune in for a deep exploration of the 60-year history of this enduring, revolutionary franchise! www.cerebrocast.com www.patreon.com/cerebrocast
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Information for your spiritual edification...information that pertains to life and the future...
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Something Was Wrong is an award-winning docuseries about survivors' discovery, trauma, and recovery from crime and abuse.
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We bring you back through baseball history and as much as possible let the players tell the stories. You can hear Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, Walter Johnson and hundreds of others.
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Life is hard. This podcast will help. Lessons from the greatest thinkers on the planet with Chris Williamson. Including guests like David Goggins, Dr Jordan Peterson, Naval Ravikant, Sam Harris, Jocko Willink, Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Julie Smith, Steven Bartlett, Ryan Holiday, Robert Greene, Matthew McConaughey, Alain de Botton, Alex Hormozi, Tony Robbins, Chris Bumstead, Mark Manson and more.
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Paranormal, unexplainable, and uncanny stories aren't just in the fiction section. They happen every day, to people just like you. One Strange Thing brings you family-friendly stories from America's newspaper archives. And they all have something in common: an element that can't be explained by logic alone. Join us on our trek through small town U.S.A.'s oddities - and prepare to wonder what oddities are hiding in your hometown, too.
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White Homework is a podcast for people wanting to learn about antiracism, the non-revised version of American history, and how to leverage privilege to create a more equitable world for all.
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The Rachel Maddow Show airs Mondays at 9pm ET on MSNBC, and shortly thereafter in this feed. **SPECIAL TO THIS FEED: The January 6th hearings and corresponding analysis from Rachel Maddow and other MSNBC panelists is also archived here.
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It Was Said, the 2021 Webby Award winner for Best Podcast Series, takes a look back on some of the most powerful and timeless speeches in history. Written and narrated by Pulitzer Prize winning and best-selling historian Jon Meacham, this documentary podcast takes you through generation-defining speeches. Meacham, along with top historians, authors and journalists, offers expert insight and analysis into the origins, the orator, and the context of the times each speech was given, and reflect ...
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PING is a podcast for people who want to look behind the scenes into the workings of the Internet. Each fortnight we will chat with people who have built and are improving the health of the Internet. The views expressed by the featured speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of APNIC.
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The stories behind the world’s most iconic and fascinating sounds.
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Welcome to the Reasonable Theology podcast, where I present sound doctrine in plain language. I'm here to help you better understand, articulate, and live out the fullness of the Christian faith.
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On Mondays, Jon Stewart hosts The Daily Show, but on Thursdays, he's back in your ears with The Weekly Show -- a podcast featuring in-depth conversations with a range of special guests. From experts and advocates, to stakeholders and thought leaders, we discuss the challenges, changes, and ideas that are shaping our world.
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Take a journey through history with a new podcast from St. Luke’s Historic Church & Museum, hosted by John Ericson. Join the conversation with scholars and historians to tackle subjects like race, women’s history, and constitutional law. Explore how the pursuit of religious freedom in colonial America has shaped our modern life. Tune into History from the Old Brick Church Podcast today! Podcast made possible by a grant from the Virginia Humanities Foundation.
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Carnegie Connects is our premier virtual event series hosted by Aaron David Miller. Every other week, he tackles the most pressing foreign policy issues of the day in conversations with journalists, policymakers, historians, and experts.
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Tim Merriman talks story with heritage interpretation professionals from all over the world. In his 50+ year career as a heritage interpreter, Tim has been a park ranger, nature center director, and national recreation area research manager. From 1995 to 2012, he was Executive Director of National Association for Interpretation, the professional organization for guides and interpreters in the United States. He has been a motivational speaker, trainer, and planner in 26 countries and all 50 s ...
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Sitting Bull to Phil Jackson, cattle to prairie dogs, knoefla to lefse. North Dakota's legacy includes many strange stories of eccentric towns, war heroes, and various colorful characters. Hear all about them on Dakota Datebook, your daily dose of North Dakota history. Dakota Datebook is made in partnership with the State Historical Society of North Dakota, and funded by Humanities North Dakota, a nonprofit, independent state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, f ...
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Beyond the Happy Clappy is our new podcast about the past, present and future of charismatic renewal. Each episode features an interview with a leading figure from that move of God that changed the UK church so profoundly from the 1960s onwards. Our three hosts are Christopher Landau (Director of ReSource), Eleanor Jeans (Associate Vicar at St Paul’s Church, Leamington Spa and ReSource trustee) and Andy Crook (curate in Stockport and Brinnington and PhD researcher on the history of charismat ...
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History is...a matter of fact or perspective? School Leader and author of the 'Stories to be tolled' poetic narratives, Tracy DW attempts to explore this question through her podcast series. By inviting you to share her learning journey through discussing evidence about a range of historical topics and inviting you the listener to reflect on potential answers, Tracy DW advocates a more global approach to understanding history and presents learning about Britain's colonial past in a way that ...
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Rafael Behr examines how our minds respond to politics and how politicians mess with our minds. In each episode an expert from the world of politics, psychology, history or philosophy joins Raf on our 'couch' to discuss what's driving our political thought and behaviour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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My friend and I are huge nerds when it comes to manga and anime. We especially love to dive into One Piece. We both consider Oda(The author of one piece) to be the best writer in manga history. We dive deep into theories and possible outcomes of one piece as well as reflecting on the weekly chapters. We also discuss other manga and anime that we are a fan of. Warning: There will be spoilers and nerd arguments.
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Welcome the Hanford Insider, I’m your host Rob Bentley. I’m a lifelong resident of Hanford and I’m very involved in the local history scene and podcasting so I decided to start this show as a resource to Hanford area residents for covering issues, promoting events, sports, and reflecting on some local history. Tune in each Monday for a new episode. Please help me get the word out about the show by sharing on social media, or telling a friend. For more information about the show, you can find ...
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Radio GDR. Life in the former East Germany holds an ongoing fascination for a lot of people. Join us as we learn more about the former East Germany. Radio German Democratic Republic is a podcast designed to educate and inform on the life and times of East Germany. Radio GDR is hosted by Steven Minegar and John Paul Kleiner.
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Celebrating the power of storytelling to reflect our world, expand our perspectives, and foster connections between readers of all ages. The Children's Book Podcast features interviews with authors, illustrators, and everyone involved in taking a book from drawing board to bookshelf. Hosted by Matthew C. Winner, a teacher, librarian, writer, and fan of kids. Brought to you in partnership with the Highlights Foundation, positively impacting kids by amplifying the voices of storytellers who in ...
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Episode 160: Civilization and Its Discontents Part II-Putting Out the Fire
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What is Civilization? How did it develop and what are its goals? In his book “Civilization and Its Discontents,” Sigmund Freud looks at these questions from a psychoanalytic perspective. The conclusions he draws are as surprising and sometimes outrageous as they are insightful. This is part two in a series on Sigmund Freud’s “Civilization and Its D…
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A Journey Beyond Borders: Reflections on Our Podcast's Global Reach
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Welcome back, listeners! This episode is a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported the podcast. We've paused briefly, but the journey continues as we reflect on the stories often overlooked in history books. With a global audience spanning 94 countries, this podcast remains a humble space for exploring genealogy and the past. Join us in J…
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From October 9, 1998: Motivational speaker and author Gail Blanke discusses her New York Times best-selling book, “In Your Wildest Dreams.” She describes how to find your passion, the importance of defining your own life and why living the life of your dreams is the greatest gift you can give anyone. Gail also coaches audience members on how to des…
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Devastating Texas floods highlight stakes of vital weather services amid reckless Trump cuts
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As the death toll continues to rise and search and rescue teams continue to look for victims, the devastating flood in Kerr County, Texas show not only the vital role of weather forecasters, but also climate researchers who help make more accurate predictive models, and the coordinators and other administrators with the experience to make sure the …
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#1659 Theodore Roosevelt in Grand Canyon Country
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Clay’s conversation with Harvey Leake, the great-grandson of the pioneering southwestern archaeologists John and Louisa Wetherill. Harvey tells the story of former President Theodore Roosevelt’s 1913 visit to the Four Corners region. First, TR and his sons Archie, age 19, Quentin, age 15, and their cousin Nicholas Roosevelt, age 20, rode through th…
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Special - Where Things Stand After the Iran-Israel War w/ Sina Azodi
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Subscribe today to skip the ads and for access to all of our special episodes. Derek speaks with Sina Azodi, assistant professor of Middle East Politics at the Elliott School of International Affairs at the George Washington University, to reflect on where things stand after the recent Iran-Israel war. They talk about the tactics used by both sides…
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Mikko Sivonen, Academic Dean of the Agricola Theological Seminary in Finland, joins Dr. Hopkins to discuss working as a missionary in a place where people are predominantly a different denomination than you. You can learn more about Mikko's work here www.agricolaseminary.fi/By Gateway Seminary
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Learning from First Ladies with Anita McBride
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In this episode of Leadership and Legacy, Anita McBride—author and former Chief of Staff to First Lady Laura Bush—offers an insider’s perspective on the evolving role of America’s first ladies. Drawing on her own White House experience, McBride highlights how communication, altruism, and quiet courage have shaped some of the most impactful partners…
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July 7: Brave Bear Massacre and The Healing Cross
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On this date in 1874, Brave Bear and three companions arrived in Jamestown and caroused with Henry Belland, an interpreter and guide assigned to Fort Totten. Belland later informed authorities that the men had boasted of killing some Chippewas up north and even showed him a fresh scalp.By Lise Erdrich
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#964 - Simon Sinek - How To Find Meaning When Life Feels Overwhelming
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Simon Sinek is a speaker, founder, and an author. We live in an age of uncertainty, where finding purpose in your life feels harder than ever. So, how do you find a purpose that moves you and trust that it’s worth pursuing? How can you be sure your purpose serves both yourself and the world? In a world starved for meaning, finding yours might be th…
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July 7 - Satchel Paige is Signed by Cleveland
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1948 - The Indians stun the baseball world by signing Satchel Paige, veteran Negro League pitcher. The move is ridiculed by some as a Bill Veeck publicity stunt, and J.G. Taylor Spink in The Sporting News editorializes, "Veeck has gone too far in his quest for publicity [...] To sign a hurler at Paige's age is to demean the standards of baseball in…
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Episode 5 featuring David and John Hughes
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Introducing ReSource’s new podcast… Beyond the Happy Clappy is our new podcast about the past, present and future of charismatic renewal. Each episode features an interview with a leading figure from that move of God that changed the UK church so profoundly from the 1960s onwards. Our three hosts are Christopher Landau (Director of ReSource), Elean…
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Bonus - Demolition Man, Batman Returns, and the Security State w/ Daniel Waters (Preview)
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Subscribe now for the full episode. Get your limited edition "Robo Washington" poster now. Subscribers get a 50% discount! Danny and Derek speak with writer and director Daniel Waters about the films Demolition Man and Batman Returns, both screenplays of his. They discuss the state of screenwriting now vs. when Daniel first arrived in Hollywood, th…
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HoP 473 As Rational As You: Elisabeth of Bohemia
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A royal scholar and philosopher sets aside the tribulations of her family to debate Descartes over the relation between mind and body and the nature of happiness.By Peter Adamson
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Birthday boy - Willie Randolph Todays debut - Stan Papi July 6, 1933, the first major league All-Star Game is played at Comiskey Park. Babe Ruth hits a two-run home run to give the American League a 4-2 win over the National League. Connie Mack comes out of retirement to manage the NL. This was the only Managerial apperence for both Hall of Fame ma…
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Unveiling the Richness of Vincentian Creole
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Welcome to the Dis A fi mi History Podcast, where host Wendy Aris dives deep into the cultural and historical legacy of the Caribbean through enlightening conversations. In this fascinating episode, Wendy sits down with Teddy Mack, a master's student at SOAS University, to explore the intricacies and significance of Vincentian Creole, an English-le…
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Today(no new chapter) we are discussing two interesting lists. One good one not so much. As well as some pokemon talk to start the pod. Enjoy!!
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In this episode Tracy DW shares her reflections on the US military strikes on Iran that took place on June 22nd, 2005. While she questions the narrative of triumph presented by the Trump administration, she reveals the discrepancies between proclaimed victories and the harsh realities of warfare. Tracy explores Iran's intricate history, from its co…
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Lulu Delacre, author illustrator of Rafi and Rosi: Menu!/Rafi Y Rosi: ¡Menú! (Children's Book Press) shares what is giving her hope today: the laughter of children at the bus stop. The laughter of children reading a book. The laughter of children. Children. This is a new miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit c…
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#963 - John Lisle - Investigating The True History Of MKUltra & CIA Mind Control
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John Lisle is a historian and an author. The government’s history of secret experiments feels stranger than fiction. Covert projects, UFOs, mind reading, even studies of the occult. But no operation is more infamous than MKUltra. What really happened inside the CIA’s most notorious mind control experiment, and how much of its legacy still shapes ou…
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In 1929, at the Polo Grounds, the New York Giants become the first team to use a public address system. 1947 - Larry Doby becomes the first black to appear in the American League. Striking out as a pinch hitter in an Indian 6 - 5 loss to the White Sox, the 22-year old and The former Newark Eagles standout will play in the major leagues for 13 years…
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News - DRC-Rwanda Peace Deal, PKK Disarmament, US Airstrikes in Somalia
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Subscribe now to skip the ads and get more content. Order our limited edition "Robo Washington Crossing the Delaware" poster now. Paid subscribers get a 50% discount! Our news roundups are sometimes big, but never beautiful. This week: the PKK to begin its disarmament in Turkey (1:17); Iran suspends its cooperation with the IAEA (4:30), but remai…
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July 4: A “Topsy Turvy” Independence Day in 1881
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Happy Fourth! In 1881, Independence Day celebrations were dampened by news of President James A. Garfield’s critical condition, following an assassination attempt two days earlier.By Cody Goehring
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July 4 – Luckiest Man Lou Gehrig has number retired
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On July 4, 1939, the New York Yankees retire the uniform #4 of future Hall of Famer Lou Gehrig in emotional ceremonies at Yankee Stadium. For over 40 minutes, current and former Yankee greats, including Hall of Famer Babe Ruth, parade onto the field to honor the “Iron Horse.” Other former Yankee greats, such as pitcher Waite Hoyt, second baseman To…
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The U.S., Iran and Israel: Can Crisis be Turned Into Opportunity?
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The United States took unprecedented action, striking three nuclear sites on June 22, following an ongoing campaign of Israeli attacks on Iranian leadership, nuclear, and energy targets. Iran responded to Israel with a barrage of ballistic missile strikes, but following the latest U.S. bombing, Tehran attacked with a reportedly well-telegraphed sym…
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00:00 Checking in on F1 14:54 Magic: Final Fantasy Aftermath 25:59 Jotun Finale 31:42 Sonic Thoery 39:17 Claire Obscur: Expedition 33By Andy, JJ, Michael
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Artists: Ariane Mueller in conversation with Jeanette Pacher
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Ariane Mueller talks with curator Jeanette Pacher not only about her current exhibition in Secession’s iconic exhibition hall, but also speaks about her experience of initiating projects, sharing space, ideas, and resources, and the importance of collaborating – providing broader insight into her creative practice and understanding as an artist. Th…
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On July 3, 1912, New York Giants pitcher Rube Marquard sets a modern day record by winning his 19th consecutive game - a 2-1 decision over the rival Brooklyn Dodgers. Dating back to the previous season, Marquard’s winning streak totals 21 straight games. July 3, 1947, Cleveland Indians owner Bill Veeck purchases the contract of outfielder Larry Dob…
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Rodney Kephart was born in Spencer, Iowa, on this date in 1917. He and his family later moved to North Dakota.By Scott Nelson
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#962 - Lyman Stone - The Real Reason Birth Rates Are Falling
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Lyman Stone is a demographer, researcher, and a writer. It’s no surprise that birth rates are plummeting; raising kids feels harder than ever. Life is expensive, the future feels uncertain, and chaos is everywhere. So how do we reverse course? What would actually convince people to have more children and pull us back from a looming population crisi…
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In this episode, we’re talking with Molly Warsh, Associate Professor of History at the University of Pittsburgh, about her new book project, 'Servants of the Seasons.' Molly is also an editor of the Journal of Early Modern History. We dive into how her work is reshaping our understanding of iterancy, labour, and seasonality in the early modern worl…
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The Music of Jeopardy! From a Lullaby to $100,000,000
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It’s the most recognizable TV theme in America. But Jeopardy’s “Think Music” wasn’t originally written for a game show… It was written for a toddler. In this episode, we trace the unlikely journey of the Jeopardy theme, from Merv Griffin’s living room to over 10,000 episodes across six decades. Along the way, we explore the show’s sonic evolution, …
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S1E2 - A Developing History: James Monroe's Highland
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Episode Notes Four of the first five presidents of the United States were from Virginia, and two of them - Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe - spent significant time in Albemarle County. In this episode of Founding Footprints, we speak with Sara Bon-Harper, the Executive Director of James Monroe's Highland, to discuss current interpretations of Mon…
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July 2 - Joe DiMaggio passes Wee Willie Keller
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Two Historic Hitting Streaks, Ty Cobb, extends his streak to 40 straight games, as he collects three hits and three runs in the Detroit 14-6 win over Cleveland. On a sweltering day in front of 52,832 fans at Yankee Stadium, Joe DiMaggio breaks Wee Willie Keeler's 1897 major league record hitting streak of 45 with a three-run homer off Red Sox hurle…
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Explosive Triangle: The U.S., Iran and Israel
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A tenuous U.S. brokered cease-fire seems to be holding. But the challenge of converting it into a more enduring cessation of hostilities, let alone a political agreement to address the Iranian nuclear program, remain formidable. Is Iran interested in a deal on the nuclear issue in the aftermath of Israeli and U.S. strikes? What are the United State…
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As settlers and prospectors moved into Dakota Territory, conflicts increased between the newcomers and the people who had long called the Great Plains home. The Fort Laramie Treaty of 1851 was an attempt to reduce that conflict and allow for free passage through Native American lands. The treaty established territory for the exclusive use of differ…
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Rafael Behr talks to Demos' CEO Polly Curtis about the urgent case for upgrading our democracy and repairing the broken relationship between citizen and state. The conversation is based around a new Demos paper (released 2nd July - link to follow) that sets out the challenges of the global democratic emergency and how this is threatening the politi…
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We wanted to share this episode of a show we think you'll love. They're Not Shadows shares spooky stories of the paranormal, the supernatural and the unexplained. Find TNS wherever you get your podcasts.
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How Christianity Has Advanced Freedom and Equality for All Americans
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In a world where Christianity is often portrayed by critics as a force for oppression and intolerance, my guest Mark David Hall offers a different perspective. In this replay episode we discuss his book, Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land: How Christianity Has Advanced Freedom and Equality for All Americans, which details how Christianity has…
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Special - The DRC-Rwanda Ceasefire w/ Jason Stearns (Preview)
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Subscribe now for the full episode and access to all news specials. Derek welcomes back to the show Jason Stearns, associate professor at Simon Fraser University and author of The War That Doesn't Say Its Name: The Unending Conflict in the Congo, to talk about the state of play between the Rwandan-backed M23 armed group and the Democratic Republic …
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July 1 - Walter Johnson and Bob Feller No Hitters
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Two-no hitters were thrown, hall of famers to be Walter Johnson and Bob feller both tossed no-hitters, Johnson fired a 1-0 gem in 1920 vs the Boston Red Sox, losing a perfect game on Bucky Harris error, and in 1951 Feller got his 3rd career no-hitter, tying the record of Cy Young and Larry Corcoran as Cleveland beat Detroit 2-1 . . . Two historic P…
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Ep. 05: The Wild New World of the American Serengeti
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In the early 1800s, when American and European scientific explorers first began to probe the unfamiliar West with its landscapes and animals so remarkably different from those of the East, the Great Plains and its wildlife seemed the most fascinating part of the West, an “American Serengeti.” Commencing with Lewis and Clark’s adventures and their a…
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E217 - The Continued Assault on Gaza and the West Bank w/ Dalia Hatuqa
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Subscribe now to skip the ads and get more content! Get our "Welcome to the Crusades" miniseries! Derek welcomes back to the show Dalia Hatuqa, a journalist specializing in Israeli/Palestinian affairs and regional Middle East issues, to talk about the situation in Gaza and the West Bank. They recap what has been happening to Palestinians in Gaza wh…
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Meg Medina, author of Graciela in the Abyss (Candlewick), joins Matthew to talk about how every author reveals themselves through their work. Visit Meg Medina online at megmedina.com For a full transcript, episode takeaways, quotes, and more, visit DeepCast.fm and search “The Children’s Book Podcast” or click on the link in the show notes. Learn mo…
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The term “Great American Desert” can be traced back to the 1820 scientific expedition of Stephen H. Long. At the time, the word “desert” was used to describe any treeless area. Long was not impressed with the promise of the High Plains. He saw the region as barren and lacking potential for agriculture. His assessment was that the land was unsuitabl…
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