Amateur enthusiast Jacke Wilson journeys through the history of literature, from ancient epics to contemporary classics. Episodes are not in chronological order and you don't need to start at the beginning - feel free to jump in wherever you like! Find out more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature. Support the show by visiting patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. Contact the show at [email protected].
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Ancient Writings Podcasts
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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Interviews with Scholars of Folklore about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/folkore
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With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, Ancient Greece and Rome, the birth of Christianity, and the early Middle Ages. The show's curren ...
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Fr. Anthony Cook, Dcn. Seraphim Richard Rohlin, Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick, and Ancient Faith Ministries
Exploring the Tolkien Legendarium with the Christian Faith
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Welcome to the Books of Titans Podcast where I (Erik Rostad) seek truth & beauty in the Immortal Books. My goal is to read the Great Books written by 200 authors over the next 15 years and share what I’m learning. I’ll talk a bit about each book, tie ideas together from a variety of genres, and share the one thing I always hope to remember from each of the Immortal Books. www.booksoftitans.com
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Food with a side of science and history. Every other week, co-hosts Cynthia Graber and Nicola Twilley serve up a brand new episode exploring the hidden history and surprising science behind a different food- or farming-related topic, from aquaculture to ancient feasts, from cutlery to chile peppers, and from microbes to Malbec. We interview experts, visit labs, fields, and archaeological digs, and generally have lots of fun while discovering new ways to think about and understand the world t ...
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Have you ever wondered if God/Supreme Being/Deity/Demiurge, upon the creation of the earth, revealed to human beings a pure, true, religious tradition? In this podcast we explore the surprising and mind-boggling evidence found in the oldest ancient religious writings, cosmologies, theologies, symbols, sacred architecture, rituals, and myths, pointing to a distinct primordial tradition- The Ancient Tradition. We delve into the evidence, examine the patterns, discuss the theology, and contempl ...
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Theology provides real answers for living. Dr. Sydney Sadowski brings theology to life by using the writings of ancient and modern theologians not only to unlock the grace they contain but to show how to use theology as a practical tool for living.
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A Podcast of Biblical Proportions dives into ancient Hebrew history and ancient Hebrew stories. Our time machine is the texts ancient Hebrew scribes wrote, including stories, historical accounts, songs, poems, prophecies, laws, rules, and regulations. Most of these texts can be found in the Hebrew Bible, aka the Old Testament or the Tanakh. This English-speaking podcast brings a new perspective to reading the Hebrew Bible — that of the person who wrote it, immersing ourselves in their world ...
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The Underground Writing Podcast is an audio channel focusing on student writing. Flowing in and through this river, as it were, are interviews, guests, and organizational updates, as well as two smaller tributaries: Linebreak (a single piece of writing) and Kite (our student writing audio zine). We are a literature-based creative writing program serving migrant, incarcerated, recovery, and other at-need communities in Washington through literacy and personal transformation. We facilitate gen ...
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A comparison of the ancient world with modern society by Rob Cain.
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“If you think vampire tales are a worn-out genre, Underwood and Flinch will shock and delight you.” — Examiner.com Blood. Legacy. Loyalty. For centuries, the Flinch family has served as guardians to a vampire lord - whether they wanted to or not. Now it’s David Flinch’s turn, and he wants nothing to do with it. But when he’s summoned to the family estate in Spain, he discovers that the ancient evil beneath their home is about to rise again... and tradition demands a sacrifice. Underwood and ...
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We want to help modern people read an ancient book. We’re here to help you get over being bored with your Bible, how to see the patterns and the literary designs the ancient authors of scripture used, as the Holy Spirit led them to write the Bible, Most important of all, we're here to show you Jesus as Deuteronomy 10:17 describes Him: the Lord your God is the God of gods, and the Lord of lords, mighty and awesome.
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I am here to give you back your future. Human flourishing in the coming post-liberal West. The hour is late, and Moloch is within the gates. Foundationalism. Reality-focused writings, often on history and politics.
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Using nearly 200 years of abundant and consistent afterlife evidence, quantum physics,consciousness research, and ancient writings, we seek to understand who and what we are, how reality works, the nature of God, and the meaning and purpose of our lives. The truth is accessible to us now, and it is beyond-belief wonderful! Join us each week as we work together to better understand our one reality and gain insights into how we can make the most of the glorious eternal beings that we are.
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This is the podcast, Audio the Matters, where I take the ancient truth of God's Word, explain it, and show how it is relevant for today. I blog. I write. I eBook. I am currently undertaking another doctorate where I am researching the work of C.S. Lewis in regard to his theological contribution to our understanding of the imago Dei.
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A concise and original introduction to a wide range of subjects—from Public Health to Buddhist Ethics, Soft Matter to Classics, and Art History to Globalization—by the expert authors of the Very Short Introductions series. For wherever your curiosity may take you.
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In this podcast you'll find recordings of ancient and modern writings that are directly relevant to "The Ancient Tradition" Podcast (see theancienttradition.com), a podcast which aims to reconstruct, from the evidence available in the ancient record, the original religious tradition given to human beings "in the beginning".
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Fall asleep to the stories that shaped the world. Sleep with History blends rich, immersive tales from the past with the calming rhythm of bedtime narration. From ancient empires to pivotal revolutions, each episode transforms real historical events into atmospheric stories designed to quiet the mind and ease you into restful sleep. Whether you're fascinated by the lives of forgotten queens, the rise of empires, or the quiet moments that sparked world-changing ideas, this is history like you ...
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Readings from the Classic Celtic books - everything for lovers of the Lore and stories of the Ancient Celts. We will cover the Celts, Fairies, Myths, Legends, Folklore and stories from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and other Celtic realms. If like us, you have seen all those wonderful books that were once published about Celtic Mythology, Folklore, or the Fairies and wished that you had the time to read them, then you have found the right podcast to bring them to your fireside.
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The Rest is Commentary is a podcast that explores connections through music, ancient wisdom, and conversations. Shep Rosenman is writing a song cycle inspired by the Psalms/Tehillim. In each episode, Shep offers one of his songs to a friend and they discuss whatever comes up, from the mundane to the sublime, the philosophical to the sophomoric, from dark and narrow places to wide open spaces of joy.
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Philokalia Ministries is the fruit of 30 years spent at the feet of the Fathers of the Church. Led by Father David Abernethy, Philokalia (Philo: Love of the Kalia: Beautiful) Ministries exists to re-form hearts and minds according to the mold of the Desert Fathers through the ascetic life, the example of the early Saints, the way of stillness, prayer, and purity of heart, the practice of the Jesus Prayer, and spiritual reading. Those who are involved in Philokalia Ministries - the podcasts, ...
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That's Ancient History: the podcast for all things classical, old & new. Exploring antiquity from its history to its place in today's world. Host and producer Dr Jean Menzies.
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A study of the world view of the Ancient Near East, the period of Antiquity and how the scriptures were understood in the mind of ancient people.
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Follow Bennu on Twitter as he delivers ancient Egyptian vocab. Each week these are put together as a flash card video.
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Voice medicine to soothe your soul, from freedom worker, poet, author, and spoken word artist Dr. Jaiya John. Bedtime bliss. Morning meditation. Daytime peace. Comfort. Calm. Soul food. Come, gather around the fire. Let me read for you... Books online wherever books hang out. Learn more at jaiyajohn.com. . Sacred Conversations are periodic episodes of my podcast in which I reach out to people whose work and life inspire me, and we simply have a soulful conversation. Prerecorded for video and ...
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we will be interveiwing people (and a god!) from ancient Egypt. They will give us a firsthand account of what it is like to live in ancient Egypt and will break down the 6 traits and answer questions about them!
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Hosted by Ryan Warner and Chandra Thomas Whitfield, CPR News' daily interview show focuses on the state's people, issues and ideas.
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The Art of Manliness Podcast aims to deepen and improve every area of a man's life, from fitness and philosophy, to relationships and productivity. Engaging and edifying interviews with some of the world's most interesting doers and thinkers drop the fluff and filler to glean guests' very best, potentially life-changing, insights.
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At Popular Science, we report and write dozens of science and tech stories every week. And while a lot of the fun facts we stumble across make it into our articles, there are lots of other weird facts that we just keep around the office. So we figured, why not share those with you? Welcome to The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week. For advertising opportunities please email [email protected] We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcY ...
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If you are tired of trusting those who wave around their spiritual credentials and want to seek truth using true investigative techniques known as hermeneutics, come and join us at The Waking up to Grace Podcast. Brought to you by the finished work of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Full Grace. Nothing in its place. We take a thorough, yet simple approach to scripture, factoring in things like audience relevance, historical settings, time frames of the writings, ancient Hebrew thought, and always re ...
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The Oracle of Luna: Conversations with Goddesses is a podcast with host Bridget Engels that speaks with present day guest Goddesses. Each episode is a bewitching journey with relevant discussions on topics such as: Wiccan/Pagan spirituality, Goddesses, the Sacred Feminine, reclaiming ancient folklore & magic, books, meditations, magickal practices, mythology, ritual & the Craft in it's many forms. *If you like what you hear; please write a review on Apple Podcasts & sponsor my show. It means ...
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Songwriter Trysts: Inspiring Passionate Songwriters to Write, Record, Release, Perform & Collaborate
Rae Leigh
Welcome to Songwriter Trysts, hosted by Rae Leigh—an intimate space where artists from around the world share their passion for songwriting and discuss their love for the craft. Writing songs is a powerful journey into an ancient art form. Songwriters have stories to tell, and this is a space to explore their songs, inspirations, and creative process. Through conversations, workshops, and showcases, we help songwriters write, record, release, and perform their music while building a strong, ...
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Learn about how to live the creative orientation and apply the ancient hermetic principles of alchemy to live your true nature and fulfill your highest potential in this life - living your purpose. We’ve all been born in a default mode of operating, centered around staying safe and surviving - our ego - but our soul/ higher self/ creative spirit calls us to more. This podcast will guide you to live that ‘more’. Join Alex Harvey as she takes you on a deeply personal, insightful, and rewarding ...
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The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. In each episode of You’re Dead to Me from BBC Radio 4, Greg Jenner is joined by a comedian and an expert historian to learn and laugh about the past. History isn’t just about dates and textbooks – it’s about extraordinary characters, amazing stories, and some very questionable fashion choices. How long did it take to build an Egyptian pyramid? What does the Bayeux Tapestry reveal about medieval life? Why did it take nearly half a millennium fo ...
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You can't save your way to your dream life anymore. The truth is, you’re gonna need to learn to make more money. The Travis Makes Money Podcast is not your typical personal finance show. Rather than shaming you for buying a Starbucks coffee or pressuring you to become a billionaire, we focus on empowering you to make more money so you can enjoy life today while preparing for your future. You don’t have to cut back so much that you miss out on the present, and you don’t need to become the nex ...
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Kabbalah as a universal wisdom that predates the Bible or religion, and can be studied by anyone regardless of their faith or path. Presenting the wisdom from a lineage of great kabbalists, The Kabbalah Centre and its teachers provide a course of study that describes the origin of Creation, the physical and spiritual laws of the universe, including human existence, and the journey of the soul. WEEKLY ENERGY BOOST is a 7-day forecast of each week’s spiritual essence, energy, opportunities, an ...
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We try to read and discuss ALL the books in the western canon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.
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Delving into the weird and the ancient btw, I also write books and do a Youtube channel check out dimensionfold.com for more info
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Linebreak | God's Tears in the Eyes of Children
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12:11Show Notes: Today’s featured writing was by Ali, a writer experiencing incarceration in Oregon, who submitted to our ONE PAGE publication opportunity for incarcerated writers. You can support our students, ONE PAGE, and writers like Ali by spreading the word about our podcast, purchasing student writing anthologies in our website store, and making …
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After 20 years, Mary Jo Bang has completed her translation of Dante's 'Divine Comedy'
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8:43About 20 years ago, Mary Jo Bang read a poem that inspired her to take on a translation of Dante's Divine Comedy. At first, she began with just three lines – but two decades later, she's completed all three parts: "Inferno," "Purgatorio" and "Paradiso." In today's episode, she joins NPR's Ari Shapiro for a conversation about translating Dante into …
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Make Money by Beating the Stock Market | Sean Tepper
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30:33Sean Tepper is the founder and CEO of Tikr, a software platform empowering everyday people to confidently invest in individual stocks. Before launching Tikr,, Sean mastered a system for generating consistent 15–50% annual returns in the stock market—with some years surpassing 100%. Today, Tikr, serves over 12,000 customers in more than 50 countries…
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719 "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz" by F Scott Fitzgerald (with Mike Palindrome) | 25 for 25 - #25 The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck
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1:54:49In June of 1922, the twenty-five-year-old wunderkind F. Scott Fitzgerald published "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," an incredible story of fabulously wealthy people living a secret life in remote Montana. Later that month, he began composing his most famous work, The Great Gatsby. In this episode, Jacke and Mike read and discuss this early Fitzger…
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The Greek War of Independence against Ottoman rule (1821-1830)
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28:13As night enfolds the landscapes of ancient Greece, our narrative drifts through the shadows of centuries under Ottoman rule, a time when the stirrings of cultural identity and whispers of independence began to take root. Within this delicate tension, education and secret brotherhoods like the Filiki Eteria fanned the embers of nationalism, preparin…
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Mark Kurlansky's novel 'Cheesecake' was inspired by a recipe from ancient Rome
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6:29In Mark Kurlansky's novel Cheesecake, a Greek family living on Manhattan's Upper West Side sets out to follow a recipe dating back to ancient Rome. What results is a block-wide battle to make the best cheesecake, set against the backdrop of a quickly-changing neighborhood. In today's episode, Kurlansky talks with NPR's Scott Simon about coming acro…
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Make Money with Masculine Self-Leadership | Yousef Benhamida
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29:48Yousef Benhamida is an American inventor, entrepreneur, and investor who built a multi-million dollar business, Humboldt’s Secret Supplies, from his apartment without a degree or external investors. After losing everything, Yousef rebuilt himself through a disciplined mindset and masculine self-leadership. He now dedicates himself to helping men ov…
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The Evergetinos: Book Two - XXXII, Part X and XXXIII, Part I
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1:18:34As we completed hypothesis 32 and considering the fathers’ teaching on contrition being a source of spiritual labor and protection, we made a segway into the most beautiful and compelling of stories found in the Evergetinos. The story captures why we must maintain a spirit of humility and contrition to the very end of our lives. Regardless of the d…
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The Colorful Tale of Mexico's A-maize-ing Grain
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54:56This might sound corny, but the relationship between maize and humanity is essential. We rely on corn—globally, more maize is grown than wheat or rice—and, in turn, corn is utterly dependent on us, to the extent that it's lost the ability to reproduce without our help. But corn's wild ancestor is such an unappetizing weed that, for decades, archaeo…
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023: Write, Reflect, Repeat: A Conversation with Anne Pinheiro Guimareas
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52:29What happens when the inner voice of prayer collides with the outer world of storytelling? In this soul-stirring episode of The Rest is Commentary, host Shep Rosenman sits down with Brazilian writer-director Anne Pinheiro Guimarães for a raw and reflective conversation that spans continents, cultures, and questions of the self. Together, they explo…
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The 6 Levels of Wealth and How to Reach Them
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47:35You've heard the advice that to build wealth, you need to earn more, spend less, and invest consistently. But what if there was a clearer way to understand exactly where you stand financially — and what steps you should take to reach the next level? My guest, Nick Maggiulli, offers just such a framework. Nick is the creator of the Of Dollars And Da…
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In her new memoir, Hala Alyan searches for home amid a family history of exile
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7:57Palestinian American writer Hala Alyan has a personal history of exile. Over the years, the author and her relatives have been displaced from their homes in Gaza, Kuwait, and Lebanon – and she says it's difficult to fully separate herself from these places. In today's episode, she speaks with NPR's Leila Fadel about her new memoir I'll Tell You Whe…
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Make Money to Retire Early | Walli Miller
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32:38Walli Miller is a first-generation millionaire, financial coach, and early retiree who left her 9-to-5 before age 40. After a career in public service, Walli reached financial independence and now helps high-achieving, primarily first-generation women build wealth, create financial freedom, and design a life they love. Through her private coaching …
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Simple illustrations or deep mysteries? Join us as we discuss the Parables of Jesus.By Jon Dillon
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Debbie Dobbins Talks About Your Inner Billionaire
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49:48Our guest today is Debbie Dobbins, who is not at all your typical wealth mentor. Instead, She is a rebel with a cause, and her cause is helping conscious entrepreneurs to rewrite their stories about money, power, and purpose. After building successful businesses, making millions, and teaching abundance for decades, Debbie found herself face-to-face…
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If you want to write a book, you have to write a book (stay with me here...) - Ep.142
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46:29Ready to take your dreams of your wish list and make them YOUR REAL LIFE?? Well babe - this episode is the (loving) truth slape you need. Alex delivers a brutal wake-up call about the gap between wanting something and actually doing it - why your "perfect conditions" will never come & when to MOVE. What you'll discover: Why "if you want to write a …
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Reading in both English and Spanish a fresh new unpublished piece titled, We are the Garden and We are Beautiful / Somos El Jardin y Somos Hermosos. This poem was written as part of a keynote message for a community celebration (pachanga) and communion. All of my books are available at booksellers worldwide. Birthing Life personal phone sessions, b…
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A semi-famous work of fiction about a failed life, with lessons about how you, too, can be a failure if you don't act like a man. The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2025/07/21/stoner-john-williams/). We strongly encourage all listeners to bookmark our main site (https://www.theworthyhouse.com). You can …
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Aisling Rawle's 'The Compound' follows characters on a semi-dystopian reality TV show
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8:29Aisling Rawle's The Compound explores reality television as a kind of dystopia. In the novel, a group of men and women live on a compound in the middle of a desert, where they participate in house competitions and vie for personal awards. In today's episode, Rawle joins NPR's Pien Huang for a conversation that touches on binge-watching Love Island …
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Suffragette Movement for Women's Suffrage (late 19th-early 20th century)
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25:40As twilight deepens, we trace the echoes of resolve and tumult in the lives of the suffragettes, whose tireless pursuit of equality crafted a mosaic of peaceful marches, intellectual advocacy, and radical deeds. Our journey tonight meanders through the serene imagery of lines formed in solidarity and the fervent whispers of parlor debates, capturin…
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Make Money by Improving the Medical Industry | Dr. Erin Nance
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34:51Dr. Erin Nance is a board-certified surgeon, multimedia powerhouse, and serial entrepreneur working at the evolving intersection of medicine, media, and technology. Running a thriving hand surgery private practice in New York City, she’s also the founder of Fuel Better Health (the first health-focused social media platform), host of The Medical Det…
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718 Jim - The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade (with Shelley Fisher Fishkin) | Mark Twain's Dreams
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1:39:04In this episode, Jacke talks to eminent Twain scholar Shelley Fisher Fishkin (Was Huck Black?: Mark Twain and African-American Voices) about her new book Jim: The Life and Afterlives of Huckleberry Finn's Comrade, which sheds new light on the origins and influence of Mark Twain's beloved yet polarizing figure. PLUS Jacke takes a look at the recent …
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The Reminder Series Part 01 - The Reminding of The_Gospel
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29:00The first century Corinthian church had lost its understanding of what the gospel truly meant. They had become beguiled into accepting what certain false teachers had been saying against the apostle Paul and had been led to believe that there was more to Christianity than what Paul had been able to tell them. As a result they, they now bragged abou…
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Are you trapped in life's holding patterns, yearning to break free and unlock your true potential? This week’s episode reveals game-changing insights into why we remain stuck, offering profound wisdom on navigating life's most challenging transitions. Learn how to embrace change as your greatest ally, overcome internal resistance, and step boldly i…
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Garry Stevens from the History in the Bible podcast and Bernie Maopolski from the Fan of History podcast join Gil to talk about miraculous births in myth Join our tribe on Patreon! Check out these cool pages on the podcast's website: Home Page Who wrote the Bible: Timeline and authors Ancient maps: easy to follow maps to see which empire ruled what…
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Make Money with Strategic Planning | James Turk
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28:12James Turk is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and CEO of The Turk Group—a boutique learning and development firm with over 25 years of experience. James designs and delivers leadership, sales, change management, and strategic planning programs for some of the world’s biggest brands, including Spotify, Squarespace, Goldman Sachs, and Equinox. H…
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This episode we talk about how prayer and meditation can help lead us to wisdom and a deeper understanding of theology. We look at James 1:2-4, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Job 1:21; 2:10, and Ephesians 6:12, 14.By Dr. Sydney Sadowksi
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Your Consciousness is the foundation of everything - Ep.141
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45:28This isn't another "mindset" episode. This is about the foundational operating system that creates your entire course of action in life - and why upgrading it changes everything faster than any external strategy ever could. What you'll discover: Why your consciousness determines EVERYTHING - your money, relationships, business success, and life cir…
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Make Money by Scaling and Exiting Businesses | Stephen Scoggins
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32:34Stephen Scoggins is a serial entrepreneur, author, coach, and host of the Build podcast. Having once started his business while sleeping in his car, Stephen built his construction company from the ground up and successfully exited in late 2023, selling at just under nine figures. Now, he invests in other entrepreneurs, mentors high-performing found…
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July 18, 2025: Colorado's split vote on the rescission bill; Overcoming trauma with music; Celebrate 719 Day!
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49:29Congress has slashed foreign aid and funds for public media. We talk through how Colorado's delegation voted, the politics and ramifications with our Washington, D.C. correspondent Caitlyn Kim. Then, he survived the Aurora movie theater shooting at age 12; now he's sharing his recovery story through music with "Youth on Record." Plus, would a boyco…
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New biographies look at the careers of designers Claire McCardell and Virgil Abloh
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21:01Two new books look at the lives and careers of designers who revolutionized American fashion. First, Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson is out with Claire McCardell, a biography of a lesser-known designer who radically changed the way we think about women's clothing. In today's episode, Dickinson speaks with NPR's Andrew Limbong about the history of pocket…
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Congress has voted to eliminate government funding for public media
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2:01Act now to ensure public media remains free and accessible to all. Your donation will help this essential American service survive and thrive. Visit donate.npr.org now. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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In the quiet hours of the night, we turn our thoughts to a delicate kaleidoscope woven from the threads of history and hope, touching upon the genesis of the Nigerian Civil War. Under starlit skies, reflect on how the intricate blending and clashing of cultures under colonial bounds laid the grounds for a nation trying to define itself amidst the e…
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#255 - The Library of Ancient Wisdom by Selena Wisnom
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51:24Ashurbanipal was king of Assyria from 669 to 631BC. He was a warrior poet, a scholar who carried a pen in his belt while decimating foes with cruel and unusual punishments. In a miraculous twist of history, the fire that destroyed his famous library is the very thing that ensured its survival. The fire solidified his 30,000+ clay tablets. Those cla…
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Make Money by Reclaiming Your Time | Kristen Graham
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31:42Kirsten Graham is a virtual assistant (VA) and outsourcing expert who helps business owners reclaim their time, boost productivity, and scale smart—primarily through leveraging overseas talent. With a background in real estate, mortgages, and entrepreneurship, Kirsten is passionate about teaching entrepreneurs and professionals how to delegate low-…
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We learn how to insult someone in ancient Egyptian, based on the surviving texts... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dominic Perry
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July 17, 2025: Gov. Polis on insurance price hikes, wildfires; Shooting survivor on moving forward
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49:24An estimated 100,000 Coloradans stand to lose health coverage next year amid a 28 percent hike in premiums; Governor Polis holds Congress responsible. We ask about that along with wildfire resources, immigration, and the proposed bridge outside the State Capitol. Then, for Marcus Weaver, surviving the mass shooting inside an Aurora movie theater 13…
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The Ascetical Homilies of St. Isaac the Syrian - Homily IV, Part I
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1:09:44Saint Isaac the Syrian begins this homily with the words: “The soul that loves God finds rest only in God.“ This thought permeates all that is to follow. Our weaning ourselves from our attachment to the things of the world and our own self-esteem and judgment opens our eyes to the love and freedom that is ours in Christ. To see this, Saint Isaac te…
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'Trailblazer' is a memoir by Carol Moseley Braun, first Black woman elected to Senate
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7:43Carol Moseley Braun is a woman of many firsts. She was both the first Black woman and Black Democrat elected to the U.S. Senate, and the first female senator from Illinois. In her new memoir Trailblazer, Moseley Braun shares the highs – and high costs – of breaking these barriers. In today's episode, she talks with NPR's Michel Martin about her pol…
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Make Money with Smart Automation | Gilad Uziely
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31:12Gilad Uziely is the co-founder and CEO of Sequence, the all-in-one money OS automating cash flow for small businesses and consumers. Launched in 2024, Sequence has already moved over $750 million, hit 1.5 million in ARR, grown 600% YOY, and raised $15 million from top VCs. Gilad is a serial fintech builder with deep experience in launching data-dri…
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717 Einstein and Kafka (with Ken Krimstein) | Dr Johnson Helps a Friend (and Changes the Course of Literary History) | My Last Book with Fernando Pessoa Expert Bartholomew Ryan
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56:41It's an action-packed day at the History of Literature! First, Jacke recounts the story of Dr. Johnson racing to the aid of his friend, the playwright Oliver Goldsmith, whose landlady was threatening him with debtor's prison. Naturally, the great critic and dictionary author Johnson found a very literary way to help. Then Jacke is joined by author …
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July 16, 2025: Wildfire evacuees thankful for firefighters; Coping with trauma through laughter
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49:26Wildfires churn on Colorado's Western Slope, leaving evacuees to wonder and worry. Then, in a rare move, a paramedic is charged with manslaughter in Boulder. Plus, nurse-turned-comedian Nancy Norton on "playing with your pain." Also, an invitation to "Turn the Page" with David Baron, author of "The Martians." And, Colorado Wonders about how to pron…
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The Evergetinos: Book Two - XXXII, Part IX
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1:04:53The Desert Fathers make it very clear that in every element of our faith life we are being drawn into the mystery of God and the kingdom. Therefore, we must become comfortable with living in mystery; of being immersed in a reality that is beyond intellect and reason and comprehended solely through the gift of faith and the light that God bestow upo…
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As dusk falls on ancient Uruk, our journey takes us into the silent chambers of the citys sages, where the first strokes of cuneiform script carved a path from simple tallies to the complex articulation of human thought. In these hallowed rooms, the clay tablets hold not merely words, but the pulse of a civilization transitioning from agrarian simp…
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Liane Moriarty on her novel 'Here One Moment' and on writing 'women's fiction'
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11:59In Liane Moriarty's Here One Moment, a woman on a flight from Tasmania to Sydney, Australia looks around at her fellow passengers and reveals how each of them will die. Moriarty says the idea for the novel – which is now out in paperback – came to her during a time when she was contemplating her own mortality. In today's episode, the author speaks …
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