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Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events. From the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Nazi conquest of Europe, and Hitler’s evil master plan for world domination, to the French Revolution, the sinking of the Titanic, or the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, Tom and Dominic bring the past to life with gripping storytelling and expert analysis, as th ...
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Welcome to an exciting journey through American History, inspired by our wildly popular Adventure Box Curriculum, available at www.HistoricalConquest.com. But don’t worry if you haven’t grabbed your copy yet—you’re still in for a thrilling ride. We’re starting from the very dawn of history, tracing the stories from the ancient Olmecs all the way to modern times. Instead of just skimming the surface, we’ll dive deep into the lives of those who shaped history, uncovering the personal tales beh ...
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Throughout the course of human civilization certain individuals have stood out as being completely f***ing awesome. From ninjas and gunfighters to pirates and Vikings, to explorers, scientists and great leaders, these people - true badasses - completely obliterated anything that stood in their path, routinely overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles, and ultimately altered the course of history through their actions. Be it glory, conquest, or survival, these hardcore men and women all had ...
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Anglo-Saxon England is a podcast looking at the history of Anglo-Saxon England, beginning with the end of Roman Britain and ending with the Norman Conquest. We will not only talk about the history but also the literature, culture, and historiography of the Anglo-Saxon period. This show strives to offer an accessible but scholarly rigorous overview that will appeal both to beginners and to experts.
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Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Hosted by Paul McGann, with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians. New episodes available one week early for Noiser+ subscribers. You'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content. To find out more about Noiser+, head to noiser.com/subscriptions. For advertising enquiries, email [email protected] Production: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Miriam Baines, Tom Pink, George Tapp, D ...
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I'm a guy who makes songs and streams. Hit me up. I make a lot of songs for streamers.
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Wendy Conquest, Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattuone, and Tim Stein invite guests to join an ongoing conversation about sex, addiction, and relationships. Wendy, Dan, Jeanne, and Tim are experts in the fields of sex addiction, betrayal trauma, and trauma resolution.
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Virtual conquest vision is to bring you amazing content and positivity. We will discuss anything from video games, computers, new software, and much more. The meaning "conquest" is our journey to help as many people as we can with our content. If you are a patreon of ours you will be able to hear the content before anyone else in the world!
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The rise of Western Civilization through its political and military conflicts. Sarcasm throughout but still as grounded to reality as possible, there's no reason this can't be fun. Multiple episodes on a specific time period or leader with a different metal intro for every episode
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The rise and fall of empires, rulers, and the events that shaped world history. William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the intricate stories of revolutions, imperial wars, and the people who built and lost empires. From the British Empire to the Ottomans to Ancient India, history is shaped by power struggles and territorial conquests. How does it continue to affect the world today? Empire Club: Become a member of the Empire Club to receive early access to miniseries, ad-free listening, ea ...
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Eric and Rauwshan bring some guests to talk about what's happening in Destiny 2.
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The official home for audio programming from Conquest Chronicles, SB Nation's community for fans of the USC Trojans.
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Weekly film critique podcast from an anarcho-communist perspective. Hosted by: @pinko_snob & @elbartoarmy Twitter: @Popcorn_Pod
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The BHP is a chronological retelling of the history of Britain with a particular focus upon the lives of the people. You won’t find a dry recounting of dates and battles here, but instead you’ll learn about who these people were and how their desires, fears, and flaws shaped the scope of this island at the edge of the world. And some of those desires are downright scandalous.
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Curating information and experience about wellbeing. From expert guests like anthropologists & Psychologists to laypeople with interesting experience, the show is working to unravel the mysteries of happiness.
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The Explorers Podcast is about the greatest explorers and explorations in history.
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A podcast about Colorado Stories Cover art photo provided by Markus Spiske on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@markusspiske
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This podcast is designed to educate, condition, and bring about change and perspective into people's live who feel they are void of some of the topics that are being discussed. The end goal will be for those who desire to make change to be provided the resources to best learn how to go about doing it and effectively apply it into their lives. Thanks for tuning in.
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A journey through the 5000 years of history documented by one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations. For all the episodes for free, as well as additional content, please subscribe and/or visit http://thehistoryofchina.wordpress.com.
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Everywhere around us are echoes of the past. Those echoes define the boundaries of states and countries, how we pray and how we fight. They determine what money we spend and how we earn it at work, what language we speak and how we raise our children. From Wondery, host Patrick Wyman, PhD (“Fall Of Rome”) helps us understand our world and how it got to be the way it is. Listen to Tides of History on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to bonus episodes available ...
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This podcast is going to be all about talking MCU with our episodic, series, and movie reviews! Come join us while we also talk about our wildest theories and more!
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The 6th season of The Soul's Conquest: In Conversation With, brings you stories of coaches, creatives, entrepreneurs, and conquerors, from around the world in hopes to inspire you and remind you that you are not alone in your journey while helping you reach your highest potential! Listen to the latest episode and share your takeaways/best moments by taking a screenshot and tagging me on Instagram at - https://www.instagram.com/the_souls_conquest! P.S. If you wish to support me head over to - ...
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Calling all foodies, music lovers, and nightlife enthusiasts! Dive into the delicious world of restaurants, the hottest beats, and the coolest bar seats with Eats, Beats, Bar Seats - your one-stop podcast for exploring everything tasty, trendy, and titillating. Join us as we chat with industry insiders, chefs, bartenders, and musical talents, uncovering the hidden gems and hottest trends in the restaurant and nightlife scene. We’ll dish on the latest food crazes, debate the perfect drink pai ...
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The purpose of this podcast is to share positive, uplifting, and encouraging messages for Your Spirit. The term “Water For Your Spirit” is being used because water is a vital, calming, healing, renewing, and powerful source.
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Conquest Of Heroes Radio is a podcast with news, updates, interviews, and other information about games in development by Burning Man Studios. Their flag ship title; Conquest Of Heroes Online aims to be an MMO of epic proportions set in a sci-fi militaristic world. Conquest Of Heroes Radio also sports a professionally produced audio book segment that will keep you coming back for more! Complete with music, sound design, and voice acting, these drama segments will immerse you into the world o ...
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Welcome to Stats on Stats, your one stop LitRPG shop. Richey and Joel are your guides on the journey as they talk about some of their favorite LitRPGs. What is LitRPG? LitRPG stands for Literary Role Playing Game. Stop in and find out why this genre of books are a must read.
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In perhaps the most audacious military enterprise in the history of human conquest, Cortez, with only a few hundred men, conquered a civilization of tens of thousands. This is the story of an Englishman who boards a merchant ship destined for the New World, but a shipwreck strands him in Pre-Columbian Mexico, and Roger must find a way to avoid becoming one of the many human sacrifices offered to the Aztec gods.
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Learn something new every day! Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast for Intellectually Curious People. Host Gary Arndt tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Gary is an accomplished world traveler, travel photographer, and polymath. Topics covered include history, science, mathematics, anthropology, archeology, geography, and culture. Past history episodes have dealt with ancient Rome, Phoenicia, Persia, Greece, Chi ...
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Smart Self Improvement. How to conquer life. How to create the life you desire, with small daily, atomic actions towards that. Mindset, Positive masculinity, spirituality, higher consciousness, romance, relationships, success, and personal development.
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Welcome to the Penultimate Games Show! We'll be talking about tv shows, movies, videogames, and pretty much everything that relates to these. This podcast is gonna be focusing heavily on what's going on in the world of video games! We'll be doing spoilercasts, reviews, and predictions on what the future holds for Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo. Come and join us!
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Biblical World
Chris McKinny, Lynn Cohick, Kyle Keimer, Oliver Hersey, Mary Buck, and Mark Janzen
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Voyaging through the Universe of Science Fiction Television
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Two internet buddies embark on a journey through the world of licensed Mortal Kombat TV, Film, books and comics.
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Discussions from Ancient Warfare Magazine. Why did early civilisations fight? Who were their Generals? What was life like for the earliest soldiers? Ancient Warfare Magazine will try and answer these questions. Warfare minus two thousand years.
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Host Jesse Wuest weaves a tale spanning more than 500 years that begins with Christopher Columbus and ends with the modern world. Main topics include conquistadors, revolutionaries, escaped slaves, and pirates.
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W42:D1 - Lesson Plans for Ancient China - The Culture of the Han Dynasty - The Adventure Box Podcast
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Hierarchy of the Powerful During the Han Dynasty The Emperor: Son of Heaven At the pinnacle of Han society stood the emperor, regarded as the “Son of Heaven.” He was believed to have received the Mandate of Heaven, a divine approval to rule so long as he governed with justice and virtue. The emperor was the ultimate authority in all matters—militar…
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3.153 Fall and Rise of China: Japan Prepares for War
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Last time we spoke about China’s preparations for War. In December 1936, the tension in China reached a boiling point as Nationalist General Chiang Kai-shek was captured by his own commanders, Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng. Disillusioned by Chiang's focus on fighting communists instead of the encroaching Japanese forces, the generals sought a uni…
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While the Yongzheng Emperor attempts to get his domestic policy ducks in a row from the Forbidden City, out on the Western Frontiers, change is the only constant. Between squabbling Tibetan lamas, restless Kokonor Khans, and the ever-dangerous Dzungar Empire still on the loose out there, the new successor of the late, great Kangxi Emperor has some …
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Mortal Kombat: Conquest – Rediscovering a Lost Gem | Code Flix Season 2 Episode 11
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Join Andre Bonner on a thrilling exploration of the hidden gem from the late '90s, 'Mortal Kombat Conquest.' Delve into the shadowy realms of Earthrealm and Outworld, where the echoes of ancient battles resonate through epic adventures and formidable foes. Follow the journey of Kung Lao, Siro, and Taja as they navigate a world brimming with powerfu…
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Francisco Pizarro and the Conquest of the Inca Empire - Part 4
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In part 4 of our series, Diego de Almagro heads south on his own expedition of conquest. Meanwhile, the treatment of the Inca people at the hands of the Spanish drives the young emperor, Manco, to plot rebellion - which leads to the Siege of Cusco. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advert…
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BonkTable Podcast EP52 Drunk Conquest the Last Argument of Kings Lore (Featuring Kang)
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Episode 52 of the BonkTable Podcast, Cass Skillen and I get drunk and have lore explained to us by Community Lore Master Kang. Cassandra's Twitter twitter.com/bonktablecass We are also starting up a discord server for anyone who wants to join us and talk about Conquest or any other miniature wargames people play. https://discord.gg/ztuD6MUMrE You c…
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Garden to Garden | Conquest, Promised Land, and Violence (oh my!) [Tom Arrington]
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Joshua is a story of conquest, the Promised Land, and ... violence!? How shall we understand these portions of the Bible?By Tom Arrington
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On October 14, 1066, England changed forever. Forces from Normandy, France, defeated the English King and changed life in England forever. It affected everyone from the aristocracy down to the commoners, and it even trickled down to the very language spoken in the country itself. In fact, the events of 1066 can still be seen and felt today. Learn m…
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Located in the Pearl River Delta, off the coast of the mainland of the People’s Republic of China, is Macau. Macau is often overlooked due to its larger neighbor, Hong Kong, but Macau, despite being similar, has had its own unique history. What began as a fishing village evolved into a major trading port, and in the 21st century, it has become one …
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On Ancient History and Our Shared Heritage: Interview with Professor Walter Scheidel
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Why does ancient history matter? Stanford's Professor Walter Scheidel returns to Tides to discuss his new book, What is Ancient History?, and provides an answer: The distant past is nothing more or less than the collective heritage we all, as a species, share. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years…
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261. Race To Berlin 1945: A Devastated City Divided (Ep 1)
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What was life like in Berlin in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War? Why did the Red Army steal taps from Berlin houses when they reached the city? Was the famous photo of the red flag on the Reichstag staged or authentic? Anita and William are joined by Giles Milton, author of Checkmate in Berlin: The Cold War Showdown That Shaped the …
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571. Hannibal: Roman Bloodbath at Cannae (Part 4)
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How did the Battle of Cannae - one of the most important battles of all time for Ancient Rome, with a whole Empire at stake, and a reputation that had reverberated across the centuries - in 216 BC, unfold? What brilliant tactics did Hannibal adopt in order to overcome the Roman killing machine, with its vast numbers and relentless soldiers? Why did…
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Rebroadcast 2025: Special - Tiananmen Square: The Declassified History - 06/01/1999 w/ postscript 2024
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Doc 1: Cable, From: U.S. Embassy Beijing, To: Department of State, Wash DC, A Student Demonstration of Sorts in Tiananmen Square (11/21/85) Doc 2: Cable, From: U.S. Embassy Beijing, To: Department of State, Wash DC, Government Arrests Student Demonstrators (11/25/85) Doc 3: Cable, From: U.S. Embassy Beijing, To: Department of State, Wash DC, More S…
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Age of Discovery - Afonso de Albuquerque - Part 5: A Dangerous Homecoming
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With Malacca captured, another part of Afonso de Albuquerque's great plan to conquor the Indian Ocean falls into place. With a King's ransom he returns to India - but his journey will be filled with danger. PLEASE LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS! Flash Point History YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTYmTYuan0fSGccYXBxc8…
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Catherine the Great was one of the most influential rulers in Russian history, transforming the Russian Empire into a major European power through territorial expansion, internal reforms, and cultural patronage. Her reign marked the pinnacle of Enlightened Absolutism in Russia, as she embraced Western philosophical ideals while consolidating autocr…
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"Breaking the Illusion: Unraveling Truth in 'The Truman Show'" | Code Flix Season 2 Episode 12
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In this riveting episode of CodeFlix, join Andre Bonner as he delves deep into the world of 'The Truman Show,' a compelling film that blurs the lines between reality and illusion. Follow Truman Burbank's journey from naive acceptance to brave discovery as he unravels the meticulously crafted façade of his life. Alongside themes of surveillance, fre…
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Spitfire: Fast, Furious, and In Your Nazi Face
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It was fast. It was beautiful. And when the fate of the world was hanging by a thread, it helped save civilization. The Supermarine Spitfire wasn’t just a plane — it was a symbol of defiance, precision engineering, and sheer guts. In the skies over Britain, outnumbered RAF pilots climbed into these sleek warbirds and took on the full might of Hitle…
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Fidel Castro Part 6: The Cuban Missile Crisis
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The first man in space arrives in Cuba for a special visit. A passenger liner from the Soviet Union docks in Havana. But it’s not carrying tourists. Out in the countryside a massive yet mysterious construction project begins. Stranger-than-fiction plans are put in motion as the CIA tries everything to assassinate Fidel. And as Khrushchev and Castro…
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Kyle Keimer - Misunderstanding Sacrifice (part 2)
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Episode: Kyle Keimer joins to add insights from archaeology to an earlier OnScript episode called Misunderstanding Sacrifice (listen HERE). Dru and Matt L talk about the incomplete pictures gained from archaeology AND the Bible, and how to grapple with both. This episode is cross-listed with the OnScript podcast. Guest/Co-Host: Kyle Keimer is know …
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One of the most significant developments in the history of naval warfare was the submarine. The submarine offered a means of stealth and surprise that surface ships couldn’t compete with. At first, navigating submarines was relatively simple, as they traveled just below the surface and used a snorkel and a periscope. However, as submarines improved…
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260. Yalta: Signing Away The Fate of The World (Ep 5)
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Did the Western powers fail at Yalta? Did Churchill hold strong in his red line about the fate of Poland? Why did the Big Three eat a huge feast in the middle of a war zone? In the final episode in the story of the infamous Yalta conference, Anita and William discuss the moment that Stalin, FDR, and Churchill signed on the dotted line. ------------…
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W42:D1 - Lessons on the Westward Expansion - Millard Fillmore Presidency, Kansas and Missouri Cities, Deep West Cities
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The Kansas Frontier Colonel Henry Leavenworth’s Mission: Bring Stability to the Western Edge The year was 1827, and the Missouri River rolled steadily through the heart of America, marking the boundary between the known and the unknown. Beyond its western banks lay the vast Louisiana Territory, a land of untamed prairies, wandering buffalo, and tri…
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Every single rocket that has ever been launched into space has been a rocket that burned some sort of fuel. These chemical fuel rockets have worked well for making the short trip to orbit. Beyond that point, however, they are not necessarily the best option for space travel. There are a host of proposed methods for space travel that don’t involve r…
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Wondery Presents: How to Survive Against the Odds
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Inspired by Wondery’s hit podcast Against the Odds—learn how to survive whatever nature can throw at you through gut-twisting true stories of survival on the brink How to Survive Against the Odds places you at the center of fifteen real life-or-death scenarios. Each story explores the physiological responses of the human body under unbearable condi…
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570. Hannibal: The Invasion of Italy (Part 3)
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How did Hannibal achieve the remarkable feat of crossing the Alps with his army, and elephants? How many of his men survived the treacherous journey? Was it worth sacrificing so much of his army in order to fight the Romans in Italy? And, what unfolded during the first great clash between Hannibal and Rome, at dawn, by the Trebbia River, in 218 BC……
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Garden to Garden | Ruth—When the Promised Land Doesn't Look Promising [Kristin Young]
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During a period when “all the people did what was right in their own eyes,” a story about loving kindness and redemption is told that points to a coming King. Through the book of Ruth, we can understand God’s love, even in seasons of famine. He sees us. He cares for us. He works through us.By Kristin Young
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“I’m Doing the Work—Why Isn’t She?” Navigating Disconnection in Recovery
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In this deep-dive April Mailbag episode, the hosts tackle a heartfelt email from a listener in recovery who’s doing everything “right”—meetings, therapy, step work—but still feels shut out by his partner. Why isn’t she engaging? Is it unresolved trauma, burnout, or a deeper disconnection? The team explores common pitfalls in couples healing after b…
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One of the most popular foods around the world is the hamburger. If most people think of American foods, it is probably the first thing that they might think of. Hamburgers are pretty simple in terms of what they are composed of and how they are prepared, but they have developed an enormous amount of diversity. But where did this popular food origi…
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The Benedictine reforms in England were, in the traditional narrative, spearheaded by three key ecclesiastics: Dunstan, Æthelwold, and Oswald. The exact relationship of these three has been subject to regular revaluation since the late tenth century and I will offer my own revaluation in due time. Starting in this episode, I will present the lives …
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And the full version even includes a drinking game! You can hear the full episode by signing up for membership. The post Lords and Landlords Sample first appeared on The British History Podcast.
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W41:D2 - Lesson Plans for Ancient China - The Han Dyansty and their Advancements - Adventure Box
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The Fall of the Qin Dynasty and Power Vacuum In 210 BC, the death of Qin Shi Huang, the First Emperor of China, marked a turning point in Chinese history. Though his rule had brought unprecedented unification and infrastructure, his methods of harsh control, forced labor, and centralized authority left deep resentment among the population. His sudd…
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In April 1945, in the last days of the war in Europe, everything was falling apart for the Third Reich. Adolf Hitler and his closest advisors holed up in a bunker in Berlin and issued delusional orders until the Russians arrived. Hitler, his wife, and other high ranking Nazi officials took their own lives rather than be captured. However, what happ…
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AWA359 - Who are your go-to translators for your favourite texts?
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In this episode, Murray Dahm tackles a listener question about the best translators for classical texts like Herodotus’s Histories. Are modern versions better? What’s the deal with Penguin’s Aubrey de Sélincourt vs. Tom Holland’s more recent take? Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast
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W41 D2 - Lessons on the Westward Expansion - The Gold Rush and the Mexican-American War - The Adventure Box Podcast
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The Golden Discovery: Sutter's Mill and the Spark of a Nation It was a crisp January morning in 1848 when James Marshall, a carpenter, and builder from New Jersey, set out to inspect the construction of a sawmill near Coloma, California. The mill, nestled along the American River, was a venture between Marshall and the Swiss immigrant John Sutter, …
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W41 D1 - Lesson Plans for Ancient China - The Warring States Period and Qin Dynasty - The Adventure Box Podcast
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The Fall of the Zhou Dynasty and the Rise of New Powers The Zhou Dynasty, which had once unified much of ancient China under a feudal system of loyalty and noble governance, began its long decline during the Eastern Zhou period, eventually collapsing entirely by 256 BC. Originally, the Zhou kings granted lands and noble titles to regional lords in …
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In the 13th century, the Republic of Venice was one of the leading merchant empires in Europe. The merchants from Venice traveled far and wide in pursuit of profit. A few of them, however, traveled very far. A small group of men from the same family made the extremely long and dangerous voyage to China during the reign of the Mongol Empire. The res…
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More than any other individual, Hannibal defined the Second Punic War. But after his crushing victory at Cannae, Hannibal never again came so close to finishing off Rome. At Zama, in 202 BC, he finally met his match on the battlefield: Scipio Africanus. Patrick's book is now available! Get The Verge: Reformation, Renaissance, and Forty Years that S…
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569. Hannibal: Elephants Cross the Alps (Part 2)
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Why did Hannibal choose to cross the Alps with his elephants in 218 BC, when invading Rome? Was it a brilliant stratagem or a military disaster? What was the secret to the Roman Republic’s growing military success at this time? And, why did Carthage, under Hannibal’s formidable generalship, believe they were more than capable of taking on the might…
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259. Eastern Europe & “The Great Betrayal” (Ep 4)
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Who created the United Nations? How did The Big Three divide Germany between themselves? Why did Poland see the Yalta conference as “The Great Betrayal”? Anita and William explore the origins of the United Nations and how the compromises made by world leaders in 1945 continue to affect geopolitics today… Love History? Get our exclusive History Toda…
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After clawing his way back to the Byzantine throne, Justinian II ruled like a man possessed—merciless, paranoid, and hell-bent on vengeance. But his enemies weren’t done with him yet. In the western city of Ravenna, a revolt brews that will bring down the emperor once and for all. This is the story of how the man who came back from the dead was fin…
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