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The Everbright Archive is an TTRPG Actual Play (AP) Anthology podcast created and hosted by Sphinx Akashaa. Here, we tell stories with a diverse rotating cast using TTRPGs as a way to highlight diverse voices in storytelling as well as the various and myriad TTRPG systems that exist in our Multiverse. As a rule, we will not be using the D&D, World of Darkness, or Pathfinder systems, as they are the ones most well known and we wish to shine some light on other really amazing systems out there ...
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History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays, or a week early for Noiser+ subscribers. With Noiser+ you'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content. For more information, head to noiser.com/subscriptions For advertising enquiries, email [email protected] Hosted by John Hopkins. Production: Katrina Hughes, Kate Simants, Nicole Edmunds, Jacob Booth, Dorry Macau ...
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I'll be interviewing specialists, leading researchers and passionate figures to find out about their field, interests and what the future holds. Dedicated to understanding humanity vis-à-vis evolution, behaviour, culture, history, and the environment.
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Want to learn more about Podcasting 2.0, and the Value 4 Value Model but don't understand anything anyone is talking about when it comes to all this satoshi, nodes, sphinx, etc? Then this is the show for you. Join us as I explain the bleeding edge of streaming satoshis for podcasters as we examine the value-for-value business model. I'll also talk about other business ideas, technology and tools in podcasting.
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Chris Nee and David Hartrick discuss the past, present and future of the England national football team.
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Ancient Egypt, from Creation to Cleopatra. This podcast tells the story of pharaonic Egypt "in their own words." Using archaeology, ancient texts, and up-to-date scholarship, we uncover the world of the Nile Valley and its people. Hosted on the Airwave Media Network.
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Historian Dan Snow investigates the 'how' and 'why' of history's defining moments. From the Colosseum of Ancient Rome and the battlefields of Waterloo to the tomb of Tutankhamun, Dan journeys across the globe to share the greatest stories from the past that help us understand the present. New episodes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. You can get in touch with us at [email protected] A podcast by History Hit, the world's best history channel and creators of award-winning podcasts The An ...
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The Sphinx's Call is the one and only source of information for the activity of 6th Fleet. New episodes premier on the 15th of each month.
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The Adventure Story Podcast: For lovers of Adventure, Archaeology, and Historical Mysteries.
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Ever wonder really lies beneath the Great Sphinx? What secrets are hidden in Tesla’s lost notebooks? And seriously, where did they put the Ark of the Covenant? Hey, I’m Luke and spend my time writing adventure novels and daydreaming about ancient mysteries (Probably 30% writing, 70% daydreaming). The Adventure Story Podcast is my excuse to talk with the dreamers and the doers of adventure—those who craft epic quests from their laptops, and real-world explorers who laugh in the face of GPS. P ...
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Max and Will take a wild car chase through an apocalyptic desert, pursued by a cyborg assassin from the future, all while wearing no shoes!
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Calm History - true bedtime stories & trivia for relaxing or sleeping.
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Relax or fall asleep to calmly narrated stories about The Titanic, Pyramids of Egypt, Henry Ford, Joan of Arc, Loch Ness Monster, Easter Island, Jesse Owens, Ancient Greece, Gold Rush, Gilligan’s Island, Nazi Loot, Marco Polo, Florence Nightingale, Jackie Robinson, Balloon Flight, Mongols, Kublai Khan, Pilgrims, Reindeer, Salt, Coal, Rubber, Nitroglycerin, Treasure Hunts, Prison Escapes, and much more. ———- You can access all of the ARCHIVE & BONUS EPISODES at www.calmhistory.com.
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Music & Dance: Musicians, Composers, Singers, Dancers, Choreographers, Performers Talk Art, Creativity & The Creative Process
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Music & Dance episodes of the popular The Creative Process podcast. To listen to ALL arts & creativity episodes of “The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society”, you’ll find our main podcast on Apple: tinyurl.com/thecreativepod, Spotify: tinyurl.com/thecreativespotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Exploring the fascinating minds of creative people. Conversations with writers, artists & creative thinkers across the Arts & STEM. We discuss their life, work & artistic practice. Winners ...
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LPJ, Sphinx, and Hovercraft Joe talk about the greatest films of all time, action movies. They'll argue about their favorite moments, rate the movies and bring you film knowledge you didn't even know you wanted every Monday.
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The official podcast for SoundStage!, featuring host Jorden Guth for seasons 2 and 3, plus hosts Brent Butterworth and Dennis Burger for season 1
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Welcome to our Monster Menagerie. Where on the first of every month Luca, Lacey and Nery discuss a specific Cryptid, from Mothman, to the Sphinx, to Jessie and beyond, before logging them into our very own MonsterDex.
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Sphinx Akashaa Duncan puts on the hat of Dungeon Master as he runs an original 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons campaign for his friends, set in a homebrewed version of the Eberron universe. Dice will be rolled, spells will be slung, and funny voices will be heard Music Courtesy of Kevin MacLeod (https://soundcloud.com/kevin-9-1) and Geoff Gibbs.#MayTheDiceRollEverInYourFavor
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Come on in! Jon has some important trivia questions for you while you search for the wrapping paper. It's like a pub quiz, but without the burden of human interaction. Whether it's recreating song intros with the wrong instrument or asking you to name the last thing on a seemingly random list, The Quiz Cupboard is veritably cluttered with innovative rounds and challenges for anyone who likes to think they Know Things. Fans of Only Connect, Popmaster, Pointless and House of Games - look no fu ...
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A wonderful coming together of two writers who wrote their books more than half a century apart. Neither of them had ever visited the remote islands they were writing about yet they provided inspiration for a couple of exciting adventure tales. In 1838, Edgar Allan Poe published The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket. It was the only complete novel published by the American author. It was the story of a young boy who stows away on board a whaling ship and it goes on to relate the ev ...
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What stories are the inspirational ‘Muses’ in your life? Many-headed monsters, ferocious fighters, scheming sorcerers, humble heroes: mythology, legends, and folklore are full of fascinating stories and vibrant characters. For thousands of years, humanity has used mythology to make sense of our own lives, express our creativity, and connect with each other. In Myths and Muses, the Mythik Camps team shares stories drawn from across many pantheons and cultures, with the hope that young demigod ...
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How much do we really know about the people who make the headlines? In a provocative new podcast series, the acclaimed BBC, C4 and Newsnight journalist Michael Crick delves into the backgrounds of major figures ranging from Paul Dacre to Angela Rayner to Gary Neville. He talks to the people who know them best to find out what shaped them, what they believe… and what they really want.
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Last Podcast Network presents LPN Deep Dives: Crescent City LPN's Deep Dives makes its much-anticipated return with a brand-new series! Join Natalie Jean (Some Place Under Neith) and Jackie Zebrowski (Page 7) as they titillate your earholes with their comprehensive "deep dive" style breakdowns of the popular adult science fiction novel series by Sarah J. Maas - Crescent City. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of LPN Deep Dives: Crescent City ad-free. Start a free tria ...
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A group of correctional officers getting together, nerding out and providing the shenanigans. None of us know what we are doing.
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Go Fund This! is the podcast that shines a spotlight on the passion projects that need your support — from crowdfunding campaigns to indie creations ready to make a big impact. Each episode features candid conversations with creators behind Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and other fundraising efforts. We dig into the stories, the struggles, and the spark that brought their projects to life. Whether it’s a groundbreaking comic book, an innovative tech product, a powerful indie film, or a fresh new g ...
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Celebrity Psychic Laura Michelle Powers explores topics related to angels, spirituality, the psychic realms and the mind-body-spirit connection. Laura features world class experts and shares her own knowledge to help others improve their lives physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Laura is a psychic and creative entrepreneur who has been featured by Buzzfeed, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, the CW, Motherboard by Vice Magazine and the #1” Ron Burgundy Podcast” with Will Ferrell. Laura Powers is a cl ...
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Thorndyke is the original fictional forensic detective from the early 1900s. Using science to aid the art of detection; to bring criminals to justice.
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Sami and Lauren, two international-school teachers, discuss the challenges, triumphs, and ridiculousness of living abroad in Barcelona, Spain.
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Mental Health is attainable for anyone--especially those labeled with mental illness. Join artist, memoir writer, and bipolar psychiatric survivor, Jen Gaita Siciliano, as she challenges our world's current limited understanding of mental illness in interviews with artists, healers, educators and shamans, who offer fresh perspectives on mental health and creativity. Episodes also include Jen's personal writing on living as a bipolar creative, as well as news commentary that exposes psychiatr ...
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Patrick Torres, RLT's Artistic Director, examines the history, themes, and impact of the productions throught Raleigh Little Theatre's season.
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In Relaunch My Life Radio, International Lifestyle Redesign Expert Juliet Lever shares tools, tips and inspirational content and interviews to inspire you to live your most fulfilling life.
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Magic spells, conspiracies, cryptozoology, etc. The Bad Juju Podcast is a safe place to contemplate the unordinary and question the laws of this reality.
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Hi everyone, GM Matheny and my podcast is Christians, going for gold! (Corinthians 3:12) Our purpose is encouragement! We have helpful, uplifting videos, and amazing testimonies of those who have been faithful to our Lord. Enjoy!
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We abbreviate big ideas and possible answers to even bigger questions. Abbreviated is your field guide to modern thought. Learn more at abbreviatedpodcast.com.
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History Of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria is the masterwork of one of the fathers of modern egyptology. This work, in twelve volumes, was translated from the French original, “Histoire ancienne des peuples de l'Orient classique” by E. L. McClure and published in 1903-1904. Maspero was a largely self-taught master of hieroglyphic translation. In November 1880, he was placed at the head of a French archeological mission, which developed later into the Institut Français d’Archéol ...
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I interview world class leaders, change makers, athletes, entrepreneurs, trail blazers and healers, to inspire you to perform at your highest level with purpose and integrity.
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discussions of history, paranormal, extraterrestrial life and space. The topics are presented in a manor to create open dialogue. Encouraging the listener to think for themselves and draw their own conclusions.
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Pop Philtre is a Filipino Podcast network about Filipino stories, entertainment, and pop culture.
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The Entrepreneur Spotlight Show with Andy Jacob- Interviews CEO's, Founders, Thought Leaders, and Influencers About Their Business, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership.
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Are you in need of company during those strange days and lonely nights? Every Monday, hosts Molly Lambert, Tess Lynch and Emily Yoshida, gather in dark rooms for a free jazz blend of pop culture theory, internet fascinations, and venture down a plethora of half-baked conspiracy theory rabbit holes. Drop us a line with your night call at 240-46-NIGHT or [email protected], and we'll offer our best advice on life, love, and the coming apocalypse.
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Many places, no matter how much people like to complain are objectively good. Take Central Park for example. Sure, maybe they could do with more toilets and there might be a lot of squirells, but objectivly it is a very good place. That doesn't stop people complaining though. Trust us.
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These projects were created by the students in my 7th and 8th grade Language Arts classes. Students were required to adapt various Edgar Allan Poe short stories to create brief audio theater recordings. Please enjoy!
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Heads' Tales aims to capture stories about people's experiences with the Grateful Dead. From going on tour to trading tapes to meeting Heads in Botswana, we will record, save, and share the rich and varied memories that people have of getting on the bus and having the Grateful Dead as an instrumental part of their life. Heads' Tales is a production of Grateful Dead of the Day.
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The author, a British journalist and novelist, is interested in the feel of the places he visits. He describes at length a visit he has made to Egypt, with emphasis on the emotional response the places generate.
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Built in the Netherlands: The Heart of Siltech, Crystal Cable, HMS, and Sphinx
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This week, SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast host Jorden Guth is sits down for a one-on-one with Gabi Rynveld, PR and brand ambassador for International Audio Holding, to discuss the history of Siltech and Crystal cable, the importance of manufacturing in the Netherlands, how distinct companies maintain their personality and brand identity under the u…
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Sphinx: The Smart Wet Feeder For Cats Kickstarter | interview with Grant Barnekow - Go Fund This
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Rob interviews Grant Barnekow about the "Sphinx: The Smart Wet Feeder For Cats" Kickstarter! Sphinx automatically feeds vet-approved meals, keeps food fresh, and lets you check in with your cat via real-time audio and video! Check out an exclusive sneak peak video about SPhinx right here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iq-mL-1S6k4 Support Sphinx: T…
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Ramesses II defends his borders. In the early years of his reign, Ramesses focussed on home defence. His army established new forts at remote locations along the western Delta and Mediterranean Coast (Marmarica). Traces of this work can be found at famous locations like el-Alamein, Mersa Matruh, and Zawiyet Umm el-Rakham, the latter of which has be…
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The Romans built an empire that reshaped the world through brutal wars, brilliant strategy, and even the power of the pen. From the blood-soaked battlefields to the marble halls of Rome, a few towering figures stand out: Pompey, Scipio, Augustus, Trajan, Marcus Aurelius... but who truly deserves the title of the Greatest Roman of All Time? Many wou…
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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 7: The Loch Ness Monster & Other Creatures of the Water
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Our feature story in this episode takes us to the Highlands of Scotland, where we’ll meet the elusive Loch Ness Monster, AKA Nessie. We'll also learn about some other Nessie-like creatures across the world, and some different water-dwelling creatures in the British Isles, Scandinavia, and western and central Africa. Visit the World of Mythik websit…
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Episode 109: Episode One Hundred and Nine: "It's flag o'clock"
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Time to get back in your quizzin' cell, where every sentence is too long and ends with a question mark. Rounds include Just Because and Banner In The Works. Join the Patreon and become a Cupboard Dweller! Get your Quiz Cupboard merch here. Social media: - Instagram - Twitter Thanks to: CGB JT Lord and Lady Grames of Luton Brandon Hunt Gwynne Y Coli…
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The dawn of the age of European exploration in the 16th century was absurdly dangerous. Crews on the ships of Christopher Columbus, Vasco De Gama and Ferdinand Magellan often sailed blind into uncharted waters, battling hurricanes and deadly reefs. With crude navigation tools, rotting food, and disease-ridden ships, survival was never guaranteed. C…
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Frequencies, Prioritizing Your Health, and the Biocharger with John Wetzel
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John Wetzel of Osteostrong and the Las Vegas Bio Hacking group returns to the show to talk about a frequency device called a bio charger which improves the cellular voltages in your body. Also in the episode: How to take care of your body in natural ways to live a long and healthy life. Learn more at https://biohackinglasvegas.com/ For more informa…
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Childhood, Creativity & the Stories that Define Who We Are with MEGAN ABBOTT - Highlights
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“I think that it all goes back to childhood. I’ve always really been writing about family. I suppose we always are. I do think that it is the original wound, and it's where we are kind of wired and built from those early years. So I think every other relationship just replicates that. It's very natural for me to go there, I suppose because the feel…
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Exploring Family Dynamics & Fierce Female Friendships with Novelist MEGAN ABBOTT
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“I always say to young writers, you need to put your heart on the page. Don't worry about being like anyone else. I would say that foremost, in any of the arts, it is self-expression at its core. I don't buy rules or a set criteria or a static criteria. I don't believe in any of that. I think the most exciting talents are kind of inexplicable. You …
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Fellow podcaster Scott Chesworth, from The Ancient World has a new season. I’m excited to introduce “The Ancient World – Ages”, a series covering the Early Bronze Age Collapse (c. 2200 BC) and the remaking of Southwest Eurasia. In this feed swap, you’ll hear episode A3 – The Kings of Kish. It covers the period c.2900 BCE and 2350 BCE, also known as…
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[PART 2] A Cranky Scientist lives among Reindeer Herders in 1732 | Relax & Sleep with History
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*Sample* | Alexander Selkirk: The Real Castaway who inspired the novel, Robinson Crusoe | Relax & Sleep with History (Bonus Episode #66)
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Was this the world’s first empire? To uncover the story of ancient history's most formidable powers, Dan is joined by Yale University’s Professor Eckart Frahm to explore Assyria’s military machine, its sophisticated communication networks and the monumental architecture that defined its dominance. But what caused this ancient superpower to fall—and…
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Anne Frank is one of the world’s most famous writers, yet she didn’t live long enough to see her work published. At the age of thirteen, Anne was a normal teenager, who poured her heart into a diary. But what made her diary different, was that she created within its pages a snapshot of the darkest events of World War Two, detailing the Nazi occupat…
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210: Ramesses II The Eyes of Ra, The House of Life
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Ramesses goes back to school. Luxor Temple is a magnificent monument, in a city full of them. The sanctuary you visit today is, in large part, the work of Ramesses' early reign. New pylons, colossal statues, obelisks, and dedicatory texts provide the testament to the young pharaoh's work. Exploring these, we also get a surprising insight into templ…
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Lessons from a Vagabond: Travel, Culture, and Story with Rolf Potts
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In this episode of The Adventure Story Podcast, I'm joined by travel writing legend, Rolf Potts. We have an insightful conversation about the unpredictable magic of travel and storytelling—from jumping trains and sleeping in vans to drinking kava in Vanuatu and chasing the trans-Siberian express, Rolf shares the real stories behind his adventures, …
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Why do India and Pakistan fight over Kashmir?
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A dive into the history behind today's tensions. In this episode, Dan is joined by historian and journalist Andrew Whitehead to explain the historical context behind the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir region, stemming from the partition of India in 1947 to the present day. They examine the political and cultural comple…
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"We're connected to the lives of every creature on the planet" EIREN CAFFALL - Highlights
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“The more that you have that evolving relationship with the natural world, that's dynamic and alive to the moment you're in, and that's not afraid of the feelings of fear, hopelessness, grief, or pain that attend paying close attention to the world as it is evolving around you, the better we are able to be flexible in the relationship we need to fo…
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All the Water in the World with Writer & Musician EIREN CAFFALL
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“We are in a complex and delicately balanced relationship of connection to everything else on the planet. We begin to recognize, write into, and speak into the complex interdependence and interconnection of every gesture that we make on the planet. Most storytelling that I really respond to, whether it's from my own culture or from previous civiliz…
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Genghis Khan reshaped the world with brutal force and brilliant organisation. He began life in exile and rose to be a powerful nomadic warrior who united the disparate Mongol tribes to create the largest contiguous empire in history. Dan is joined by economic historian Duncan Weldon to explain how his empire revolutionised global trade via the Silk…
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Warning: this episode contains descriptions of violence against children and suicide. The Battle of Okinawa was the final, climactic battle of the war in the Pacific. The largest naval fleet in human history assembled to support the amphibious invasion of the island. But the Americans would learn the hard way that the Japanese intended to fight too…
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Alfred Hitchcock was one of the most celebrated film directors of all time. In a career that spanned six decades, he produced more than 50 films, including Britain’s first successful talking picture. His countless awards and accolades earned him a reputation as the ‘Master of Suspense’, but how did an introverted working class boy come to dominate …
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Europe's Last Adventure Playground: Exploring the Balkans
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In a world obsessed with bucket lists and Instagram hotspots, there are still places that feel like the pages of an untold story. The Balkans—rugged, raw, and brimming with legend—are one of them. In this episode, I sit down with adventurer and independent travel expert Annie Sisson to uncover why this overlooked corner of Europe deserves a place i…
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Dan tells the extraordinary tale of Captain James Cook. Born a labourer's son, he would rise to become one of history's greatest explorers. He went about as far as it was possible to go, sailing the Pacific Ocean and arriving on the shores of Australia and New Zealand. For these voyages, he assembled an A-Team of maritime explorers - marines, scien…
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The Healing Power of Music, Community & Belonging with ROBERT & VICTORIA PATERSON
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“In an age of seeming isolationism, where some countries tend to isolate, this is such a great way to bring people together. When you're doing music and the arts, all those barriers just fall away. People are just collaborating and having fun. It’s such a bridge-building endeavor. I don't mean that to sound cheesy either, because I just think it is…
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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 6: The Hydra and Other Serpents
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In this episode, it's time to meet some slithering serpentine monsters! We start with the many-headed Hydra, who had the misfortune to be one of Heracles's many targets, but who got the consolation prize of becoming a constellation. Then we'll look at that constellation's story in Mesopotamian mythology and we'll meet an eight-headed serpent-dragon…
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Episode 108: Episode One Hundred and Eight: "I don't do too much talking"
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It's the big one, folks - by which I mean the highest episode number so far. Tune in to see if it lives up to the hype. Rounds include Lovely Day Tripper and Double Fact. Join the Patreon and become a Cupboard Dweller! Get your Quiz Cupboard merch here. Social media: - Instagram - Twitter Thanks to: CGB JT Lord and Lady Grames of Luton Brandon Hunt…
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Mount Hiei: Home of Japan's Warrior Monks
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Assassin's Creed: Shadows gives players the chance to visit the imperial capital of medieval Japan. But today, we're heading to a mountain lying just northeast of the capital: Mount Hiei, a sacred site that was protected by a powerful army of warrior monks. Dr Chris Harding, Senior Lecturer in Asian History from the University of Edinburgh, returns…
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In a long life, spanning the late 19th and early 20th century, Antoni Gaudi created some of history’s best-loved architecture. From his early lamppost designs, through to his great unfinished masterpiece, his unmistakable works are world renowned, inimitable, and iconic to this day. But how did a man who began life as a sickly child become one of h…
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The only British territory ever occupied by the Nazis was the Channel Islands. From 1940 to the end of the war, the Germans turned Jersey, and some of the islands around it, into an impenetrable fortress. It became a key strategic part of Hitler’s defensive Atlantic Wall and a base from which he hoped to invade Britain. Under German occupation, isl…
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Throughout their centuries-long dynasty, the Romanovs oversaw the transformation of Russia from a fragmented medieval state, into a vast empire. Despite their power though, the period of the Romanovs was plagued by violence, assassinations, and the heavy hand of autocratic rule. Then, in 1917, the course of Russian history took an irreversible turn…
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[PART 1] A Cranky Scientist lives among Reindeer Herders in 1732 | Relax & Sleep with History
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Delta raiders. Decades before their famous migrations, the "Sea Peoples" were already active and visible in the eastern Mediterranean; and Ramesses II had his own dealings with these groups. In year 2 of his reign, Ramesses II (Usir-Ma'at-Ra) dealt with a coastal raid by the Sherden, who came from the "islands in the midst" of the sea (which the Eg…
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