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From the Norman Invasion to the War of Independence, the Great Famine to the Troubles, the Irish History Podcast takes you on a journey through the most fascinating stories in Ireland's past. Whether it’s the siege of Dublin in 1171 or gun battles in the 1920s, the podcast vividly recreates a sense of time and place. Each episode is meticulously researched, creating character-driven narratives that are engaging and accessible for all. Since the first episode was released back in 2010, the po ...
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3,000 miles of ocean separate Ireland from the USA, but both countries share a deep and intertwined history. Links between North America and Ireland predate Columbus, stretching back over 1,000 years. Since then, Irish people have shaped the history of the United States. From Ann 'Goody' Glover, who was hanged as a witch in Boston in the 17th century, to JFK, the story of the Irish in the US is fascinating. Join historians Damian Sheils and Fin Dwyer as they join forces to explore the good, ...
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Take a deep dive into the past as we bring you the very best of BBC History Magazine, Britain’s bestselling history magazine. With a new episode released every Monday, enjoy fascinating and enlightening articles from leading historical experts, covering a broad sweep of the centuries – from the scandals of Georgian society to the horrors of the First World War, revolutions, rebellions, and more.
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5 Minute Cert

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Five Minute Cert is a podcast series designed to help Junior Cert students in Ireland get to grips with key topics on the syllabus — quickly and clearly. Each short episode focuses on a different subject area, using friendly language, real-life examples, and helpful summaries to make revision easier. Whether you’re cramming before a test or just brushing up on a tricky topic, Five Minute Cert is your go-to study companion in just five minutes.
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Newsflash

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Newsflash, hosted by Spenser Walsh is a progressive political podcast dedicated to exposing the truth about the world we live in today, through the use of great journalism, analysis and opinion from experts on the day's news. Newsflash has new episodes every Monday and Friday Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/newsflash--2206348/support.
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Not Stupid

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Not Stupid is the podcast that helps you understand the news of the week and the stories in your social media feed. Julia Baird and Jeremy Fenandez chat about the stories they are obsessed with and the stories you may have missed. They look at what shapes our politics here in Australia from Anthony Albanese to Peter Dutton. As the Federal Election looms they’ll unpack and explain some of the big issues that might affect your vote. Jules and Jez also try to explain what’s going on in the worl ...
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Empire

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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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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories behind your favourite films, TV shows and period dramas, as well as compelling insights into lesser-known aspects of the past. We delve into global history stories spanning th ...
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Great Disasters

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Whether natural or man-made, disasters attract a strange mixture of horror and fascination. However, the spectacle of devastation is only ever one part of the story. Take a closer look, and you will find tales of extraordinary human endurance and heroism, stories that veer from the horrific to the oddly humorous, and lessons that can be learned to make our world safer. From the Titanic to the Costa Concordia, the Station nightclub fire to the Pulse nightclub shooting, these extraordinary eve ...
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The Royalty Connection

Donald M. Schuler Jr

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We live in a microwave society that is often riddled with depression and piety. The only way we can beat the negativity within this world is through unity and agape love. The unbiased truth, purpose, power and counterculture narratives will always be the center of each conversation. It’s time to listen to understand instead of just listening to respond. Let’s reclaim our crown and be the positive change our world needs to see. We are ROYALTY. Listen in! Support this podcast: https://podcaste ...
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The Artist’s Guide to Business helps creative entrepreneurs, makers, and artists build thriving, sustainable businesses. Each week, Kay Potter shares proven strategies on how to grow your art business, market your work, and confidently navigate the business side of being a working artist. From pricing and promotion to email marketing and mindset, this podcast is your step-by-step guide from easel to CEO — and back again.
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The decision by the United States to drop atomic bombs on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945 remains one of the most controversial moments in modern history. Did the atomic bombs force Japan's surrender in the Second World War? Or is this far too simple a narrative? Speaking to Elinor Evans, historian Richard Overy reconsiders the …
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John Zmirak Covering MAGA, Natural Law, Jihadist Crimes and more. The Eric Metaxas Show John Zmirak Krakens On and On Far and Wide Aug 04 2025 John Zmirak Krakens On and On Far and Wide covering MAGA, Natural Law, Jihadist Crimes and more. More at: stream.org John Zmirak is a senior editor at The Stream and author or coauthor of 14 books, including…
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Why did Japan’s invasion of Burma in WW2 affect its path to independence? Who was the Burmese fascist leader who praised Hitler for his views on immigration? How did the separation of Burma link to the origin of the Rohingya Genocide? Anita and William are joined by Sam Dalrymple, author of Shattered Lands: Five Partitions And The Making of Modern …
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In 2015, the Bank of England asked the British public to nominate a deceased cultural figure they felt deserved the honour of appearing on a banknote. The figure they chose was JMW Turner. So what made Turner such an extraordinary artist? And why do his landscape paintings still resonate today, 250 years on from his birth? Here, in conversation wit…
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Jordan Peterson - IQ and The Job Market, The Most Terrifying IQ Statistics Jordan Peterson - IQ and The Job Market https://youtu.be/fjs2gPa5sD0?si=ezk3Il_HYbw0RVKZ Bite-sized Philosophy 533K subscribers 1,519,526 views Apr 19, 2017 original source: • 2017 Personality 18: Biology & Traits: Ope... Psychology Professor Dr. Jordan B. Peterson explains …
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When Bob Geldof exhorted audiences to fill Wembley Stadium and empty their pockets for famine relief in Ethiopia, he changed the face of charity fundraising – and of live music. Forty years on, this Long Read written by David Hepworth – one of the BBC presenters on the day – explores the legacy of Live Aid. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the be…
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At 8.15am on 6 August 1945, an atomic bomb exploded over Hiroshima. It was an event that changed the course of history, but it was also one driven by individuals. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Iain MacGregor tells this story through the eyes of people whose lives were forever shaped by the quest to build the bomb – and those affected by…
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Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. ACU Sunday Series. Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/oVEtWeND7cI?si=rJOpWJqK4MUrD2tx Witnesses of Christ 20.1K subscribers 130,201 views Jan 21, 2024 Teachings from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the three members of the Godhead: the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Sources: Dallin H. Oaks…
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Imagine being torn from your home and sent to live with strangers... well that was exactly what happened for many in the Second World War. To escape the threat of bombing in British cities, thousands of people were transported to the countryside – and they weren't just children. In this everything you wanted to know episode, historian Joshua Levine…
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Why Science Is Pointing Back to God. Dr. Stephen Meyer. ACU Saturday Series. For decades, we've been told that science and faith are incompatible that the more we understand the universe, the less room there is for God. In this interview, we explore the latest discoveries in cosmology, physics, and biology from the Big Bang to DNA and how they reve…
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Vivek Ramaswamy Condemns Ohio Black Mob, Police and Officials, Runs for Governor and Mark Levin- Barack Obama and the Silent Coup Against Trump Vivek Ramaswamy BLOWS Official Narrative on Ohio Black Mob Attack Wide Open, New Horrifying Info as 5 Charged Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/Sl5wcMcw2gQ?si=xOSCoBcftDmeozSp Benny Johnson 5.48M subscr…
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Ever since the 1870s, rumours have swirled around Queen Victoria and her Highland servant John Brown. Were the pair in love? Could they have got married? And might they even have had a secret child? Historian Fern Riddell investigates these claims in her book Victoria's Secret, and has made some dramatic discoveries that she believes cast the story…
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Barack Obama Must Go To Prison, The Case For Prosecuting Barack Obama. Dinesh D’Souza, Victor Davis Hanson, Jordan Peterson, Jesse Kelly, Mr. Reagan. Barack Obama Must Go To Prison FBI Whistleblower Issues MAJOR Warning The Case For Prosecuting Barack Obama Victor Davis Hanson: The Race-Fueled Cincinnati Beatdown Was Real—And Ignored. Jordan Peters…
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This special episode of the Irish History Podcast, in partnership with An Post, marks the 250th anniversary of Daniel O’Connell’s birth. In this podcast, I explore the life and legacy of one of Ireland’s most influential figures. Known as 'The Liberator' O’Connell’s campaign for Catholic Emancipation in 1829 and his role in shaping modern Ireland a…
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How did the US orchestrate the Panamanian Revolution to be able to build the Panama Canal? Why did French engineer Bunau-Varilla and the US sign a treaty about Panama without a single Panamanian in the room? How did Americans impose Jim Crow laws in The Canal Zone? William and Anita are joined by Matthew Parker, author of Hell’s Gorge: The Battle T…
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Steven Crowder- Cincinnati Black Attack Suggests the American Experiment Has Failed Cincinnati Black Mob Attack Was F*CKED UP, Media and Gov Response Was Worse! Cincinnati Jazz Music Festival attack. But we haven't seen both sides of the story! Wait, no. A mob of people ganged up on someone. There really isn't another side. Watch this video at- htt…
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The latest images out of Gaza are horrific. There are headlines across the globe and lots of people are posting on social media. But what will it mean for people in Gaza? And Jules and Jez talk about Monica Lewinsky, thirty years after the sex scandal with Bill Clinton broke. JULIA'S PICK https://andreagibson.substack.com/p/a-list-of-things-i-love …
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From the French Revolution to the social media age, Fara Dabhoiwala charts the surprising history of the idea that people should be able to say what they like From America's founding fathers via John Stuart Mill to today's social media giants, humanity has long wrestled with the idea of free speech. What does it mean? Can it really apply to everyon…
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Steven Crowder. Huge Win on Trump’s E.U. Trade Deal and Black Crime: Why Our Rulers Hide it. This is a Huge L for Them President Donald Trump has been making trade deals left and right. The media is mad about it. Why? Well, we don't know, but it's always fun to tally up Trump's wins. Are you tired yet? https://youtu.be/meUZqSHv03Y?si=Ugi66lsEGCAby6…
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How was George Eiffel of the Eiffel Tower involved in a huge corruption scandal associated with the Panama Canal? How many workers died during the French attempt to build the canal? And who was Bunau-Varilla and how did this smooth-talking moustache-wielding French engineer manage to sweet talk the US government to back his plan? Anita and William …
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According to the Vinland Sagas of the early 13th century, Erik the Red was a violent and murderous outlaw. But he was also an explorer, a powerful leader and the father of a famous dynasty. Historian and Old Norse expert Eleanor Barraclough charts his fascinating life and legacy, in conversation with James Osborne. The HistoryExtra podcast is produ…
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The Father's grace provides us with complete forgiveness, thorough righteousness, and incomparable riches. The same God of grace has a purposeful plan for each of our lives. His plans may not move at the speed of light; nevertheless, they are in motion. However, there are times when His plans do move at the speed of light. Just ask the woman who ha…
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When the Battle of Britain erupted, many Luftwaffe pilots anticipated a swift victory. Yet soon that confidence had been replaced by chronic fatigue and a crippling fear of drowning in “dirty water”. This Long Read written by aviation historian Victoria Taylor charts the mental disintegration of Hitler’s flyers. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you t…
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In the closing years of the 19th century, scientists began recording strange phenomena – mysterious glowing gas, smudges on photographic plates. Findings like these triggered a process of scientific discovery in the field of nuclear physics that would ultimately lead to unprecedented devastation at the end of the Second World War. Speaking to Matt …
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Three principles that can make your prayer more meaningful. David A. Bednar. ACU Sunday Series. Feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed? It's not your fault – you've simply been praying wrongly. In this powerful message, Elder David A. Bednar shares a profound revelation: the ONLY question that truly matters. Prepare for a groundbreaking shift in your …
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Centred on the island of Crete, the Bronze-Age Minoan civilisation stretched from roughly 3000 to 1200BC, and is probably most famous for its legend surrounding the mythical Minotaur and the fabulous palace of Knossos. But what else do we know about this ancient society? In conversation with David Musgrove, Ellen Adams answers all the key questions…
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Ben Shapiro, Dr. Stephen Meyer. Why Science Still Needs God. ACU Saturday Series. Why Science Still Needs God. Dr. Stephen Meyer x Ben Shapiro Darwinian evolution is often used to dismiss belief in God, but what if the science tells a different story? In this interview, Dr. Stephen Meyer Cambridge PhD and author of Darwin’s Doubt—joins Ben Shapiro …
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Prager University Part 56. Six Video Clips Should You Homeschool? Girling the Boy Scouts The Government Doesn't Make Money—You Do Do Tax Cuts Work? What's Not to Love about Socialism? COVID Lockdowns: The Real Cost Should You Homeschool? https://youtu.be/azBn-_XFh9I?si=VS-wWi9wsnXC7BNT Should You Homeschool? | 5-Minute Videos | PragerU PragerU 3.37…
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What was it like to be a child in ancient Rome? Historian, author and broadcaster Bettany Hughes delves into life for young people across the civilisation, unpicking everything from lice combs and goat-drawn chariots to toga ceremonies and terrifying teachers. Speaking to Emily Briffett, she draws upon extraordinary artefacts to uncover a world tha…
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William and Anita are joined by historian and co-host of Goalhanger’s Journey Through Time, David Olusoga, to discuss their new series on The Great Fire of London. What caused the capital to go up in flames on 2nd September, 1666? How did a fire that started in a bakery grow to engulf so much of the city? Who was Samuel Pepys, the great diarist who…
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