Kove, a teenage mercenary, and Arius, a deceptively powerful politician, form an uneasy alliance to bring down the leader of an authoritarian theocracy.
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Mercenary Podcasts
This podcast takes deep dives into history every week from the history of potatoes to the bloodiest battles.
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Life and social issues from my viewpoint.
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A fantasy fiction podcast following one evolving story. Synopsis: "In a realm known only as the Continent, a ruthless sorcerer—in his mind, a liberator—seeks to reforge an empire under his rule. Can the New Wardens, a plucky mercenary group, stand against Lord Ithgarod and the spectacle of his power?" Fans of epic or dark fantasy, this story could be for you! Written and narrated by Logan Reynolds, with sound design and original music by Timothy Brunskill. Email for enquiries: loganandtimtra ...
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The Guns for Hire podcast is a production of the Atlantic Council’s North Africa Initiative. Taking Libya as its starting point, it explores the causes and implications of the growing use of mercenaries in armed conflict. The podcast features guests from many walks of life, from ethicists and historians to former mercenary fighters. It seeks to understand what the normalisation of private warfare tells us about the world as we currently find it, but also about the future of the international ...
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Stories from around the world and the people at the heart of them.
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Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet really is.
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The Violet Hour presents - HOLLOW. A mercenary embarks on a corporate mission to track down a rogue leader and encounters the darkness of space, the darkness of colonization, and ultimately, the darkness within herself. A futuristic retelling of Joseph Conrad's "Heart of Darkness". Learn more at www.VioletHourMedia.com
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There is no such thing as work/life balance. Your work is your life. If you’re like us, you’re curious about all the different ways people choose to spend their time to make their livelihood. The Mercenary podcast is about how self-directed people choose to spend their time. What does a movie producer do day to day? What are the hard parts of the job? What are the fun parts? What parts make it worth it? We ask our guests to reflect on what motivates them, how they define success and what mak ...
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Spirit Healer: A Hearthstone Mercenaries Podcast, is a podcast focused all on Hearthstone Mercenaries. Dawn (dragonrider), CinderAscendant, and Charles (SiimbaTV) take you through Mercenaries news, updates, and weekly topics to keep YOU at the top of your Mercenaries game.
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We often overlook Islamic history as a learning tool. The history of Islam is not only important for Muslims, but important for everyone. Islam and the people who call themselves Muslims have made an enormous impact on our world. The Islamic History Podcast is about discovering that history in a fun and interesting way.
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Domain Of Dice - Mercenary Continent, is a DnD 5e Campaign that explores a world in which people are only able to level up on the main continent that is filled with danger. On the main continent, evil and dark forces grow naturally but along with them, natural resources and magic come too. Follow our party as they take their first steps onto the main continent!
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Two strangers, American and Canadian, go through EVERY Clive Cussler novel, from a (hopefully) modern progressive viewpoint. They also get off on tangents and talk about BETTER books, but there’s so much to love with these nerdy macho time capsules.
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A role playing adventure where we run amok in homebrew worlds!
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Join actors Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, T.J. Miller, and Ed Skrein for a discussion and Q&A about Deadpool. The latest Marvel Comics sci-fi action film tells the story of former Special Forces operative-turned mercenary Wade Wilson (Reynolds), as he hunts for the man who nearly destroyed him.
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Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English? English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners. Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English. Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand. Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English. Find the bonus episodes, in ...
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Independent commentary & analysis from Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio, featured on The Times, talkRADIO, LBC, ABC, & more.
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UniversiD&D presents its newest original season, Arcadia: A Space Opera. A dead empire. A drifting city-ship. A mercenary crew in over their heads. After the collapse of the Edenic Empire, the galaxy fractured. On the edge of the Arcadia sector, the city-ship BEOWULF is a sanctuary for outlaws, opportunists, and corporations eager to fill the power vacuum. Now, its pastel-lit streets hum with uneasy tension—and the crew of the Orpheus has picked the worst time to start asking questions. Univ ...
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Each week we chronologically look at Netflix Original films. We discuss and dissect the characters, scenes, and why we love or hate it. You might just find your next Netflix film to watch!
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Is It Too Late to Quit: The Royal Flush Chronicles” is a tabletop GURPS campaign podcast blending thrilling storytelling, meta comedy, and hilarious banter. Join the Royal Flush mercenary group, led by a mysterious mage, as they tackle high-stakes missions and unravel why their benefactor can’t revive souls. Produced by Cosmic Atom Sound Studios and featuring music by iDream Beats, every episode promises action, drama, and laughs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Even though his role as Sonny was fiction, AJ Buckley gained a front-row seat into the world of Navy SEALs, their discipline, mindset, and brotherhood. Real Fake Seal is where AJ takes those lessons and brings them into real conversations. From Hollywood to high-stakes business, fatherhood to fitness, and everything in between, every episode explores what it means to approach life with a SEAL mindset, authentic, disciplined, and unfiltered.
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Brinkmanship is our bread and butter. Welcome to the Tinderbox, a long form audio broadcast focused on stories of civil and political conflict. Check out our latest series ANGEL FIRE, about the LA Riots. Write and comment on our soundcloud.com/tinderboxpodcast page. Email us at tinderboxpodcast [at] gmail.com
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Set in the year 2149, the human race has ventured out into the stars where they have encountered The Sovereign; a galactic kingdom encompassing thousands of planets and hundreds of species. However they did not find it a warm welcome. Due to their violent and greedy history, humanity is mistrusted and looked upon with disdain, and so survive on the lowest fringes of society. On the distant slum world of Orienna Four, a human girl named Kora is looking for a way to get out of this moon sized ...
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The community's Resident Evil multimedia brand and a Resident Evil podcast by fans, for fans. Join our Discord server to listen live and contribute to the show!
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Everyone Dreams. But what would you do if you suddenly found out that you were one of the few who creates dreams for the whole world? Would you use your power to harness the light and weave it into beautiful tapestries of magic and wonder, or would you fall prey to the seductive siren song of darkness and nightmares? For tattoo artist Aura Mayville, this becomes a reality as she is ripped from her life of art and music and thrust into a realm where good and evil struggle for control over the ...
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Perspectives and reflections on the writing and publishing life. Mark Leslie Lefebvre, a writer, bookseller, digital publishing advocate, professional speaker, and publishing consultant explores inclusive and collaborative opportunities for writers and book publishing professionals via interviews, discussions, and reflections about the industry. (Mark's personal website is www.markleslie.ca)
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They killed the king. They pinned it on two men. They chose poorly. There's no ancient evil to defeat, no orphan destined for greatness, just two guys in the wrong place at the wrong time. Royce Melborn, a skilled thief, and his mercenary partner, Hadrian Blackwater, make a profitable living carrying out dangerous assignments for conspiring nobles until they become the unwitting scapegoats in a plot to kill the king. Sentenced to death, they have only one way out…and so begins this tale of t ...
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Christopher Allen was trying to make it as a war reporter when, aged just 26, he was shot and killed on the frontline in South Sudan. But as news of his death began to spread, suspicion grew. Some claimed he was really there as a mercenary, a fighter. Others said he was a reckless freelancer, in over his head. And there was another question: was he killed on purpose, or was this another accident of war? From Tortoise and the team behind Sweet Bobby, Pig Iron is a dark adventure in war and jo ...
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Six friends play D&D (Dungeons and Dragons), and do their best as a mercenary company in the Country-City Atla. Will they become the greatest warriors who ever swung a pointed bit of metal? How long can they last uncursed and with all their limbs? You'll probably have to listen to find out.
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In this podiobook: To End A WarTo End A WarNearly a thousand years ago a great warrior named Lachlan sought to unify his people, using the power of the Three Swords of Destiny. Before his victory, Lachlan was killed by his trusted friend, Allarun. Now, Allarun is still in power but haunted by dreams of Lachlan's death curse: that Lachlan would return to avenge his death. Allarun's decision is to destroy the very people Lachlan tried to unite. Only two men have the power to stop the slaughter ...
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Jackalope Tales pulls back the curtain on the strange, spooky, and sometimes shocking urban legends that lurk within the music industry. Hosts, and founding members of the platinum selling band Toadies, Charles Mooney and Lisa Umbarger explore the weird and wacky stories behind music’s biggest names. Some legends are too bizarre to be true, while others may have a kernel of truth buried beneath the hype. You’ll never listen to your favorite songs the same way again after you hear the outland ...
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Tahrir Podcast is the first political podcast to broadcast from Cairo, offering conversations on Middle Eastern and North African politics and history, along with independent analysis, reporting, and commentary on Egyptian politics. Top 5% podcasts globally. Best 60 Middle East podcasts. .أول بودكاست سياسي يُبث من القاهرة. لقائات مع أكاديميين وصحفيين ونشطاء وسياسيين وأفراد بارزين حول سياسات وتاريخ الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيامن أكثر البودكاست إستماعًا في الشرق الأوسط ومن ضمن أعلي ٥٪ عالميًا. ...
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Audiobooks Shadow Werewolf Romance is a podcast created for listeners who crave intense emotions, dark fantasy worlds, and irresistible supernatural love stories. This channel is dedicated to immersive audiobook-style narrations where passion, danger, and destiny collide under the light of the moon. Each episode dives into shadowy realms ruled by powerful werewolves, alpha kings, and hidden packs, where forbidden romance, fated mates, and ancient secrets shape every heartbeat. These stories ...
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Unfiltered. Unapologetic. Insightful. Welcome to The Africa Program, your essential podcast for fearless conversations and sharp analysis on everything Africa. Tune in for thought-provoking dialogue with changemakers, thinkers, writers, and leaders from Africa and beyond. Whether you're seeking context, challenge, or clarity, The Africa Program delivers unfiltered insights and unapologetic truths. Hosted by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele — storyteller, analyst, and founder of Dizolele Advisory — this ...
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An immersive Actual Play Podcast following the adventures of the Patina, a small mercenary company trying to make ends meet in a world set long after the society of today falls. Environments are green and communities and cities come together to support each other, leveraging what wild tech is left to be salvaged. Bullets are scarce and swords are common, which makes wild tech like the titular Knight, a large-scale combat mech, an uncommon and enviable sight in the wilderness. Join the Patina ...
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Embark on an epic journey through ancient Greece with history enthusiast Scott Emmons as your guide. From the Mycenaean warrior kings to the flowering of the Greek city-state, from the astonishing victories over the Persian invaders to the catastrophic power struggle between Athens and Sparta, each episode brings the past to life with vivid detail and compelling narrative. Along the way, there will be side trips to explore fascinating aspects of Greek culture, from art and literature to ever ...
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I am an enthusiast! I don’t shy away from controversial topics. Fashion, music, current events and more! Thanks for stopping by! ✌🏾
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A podcast series of Africa-focused conversations.
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Almost Diplomatic is a podcast discussing geopolitics, national security and nonsense over beers. Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
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Born out of countless hours spent riding the subway bearing the same name comes "The Broad Street Line" - an irreverent mix of sports talk, music, technology and pop culture. Each week, hosts Kris Domingo and Roy Burton provide their takes on the world of sports and whatever else comes to mind - answering questions and questioning answers. So keep it locked on The Broad Street Line - radio will never be the same again...
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More than two thousand years ago, the great Greek philosopher Socrates was condemned to death for making seditious comments against the city state of Athens. His followers and disciples were legion. Ranging from Xenophon, the mercenary warrior and historian of the Peloponnesian War to the scholarly Plato, Socrates was described as the conscience-keeper of the nation, or the “gadfly” who would not let the massive machinery of the state rest in complacence. The Apology of Socrates by Plato was ...
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Comedy sci-fi | Start with 'Prologue: Itch' Commander Falconer is missing the war... Following years in front line combat, a decorated hero is posted to the remote ice plains of Pluto on her toughest mission yet: to oversee a small, dysfunctional research team. Oblivity is a comedy science fiction audiodrama about family, isolation and meteorites. "Oblivity is a fiercely good show. The cast are all top notch, the scripts crackle with absurdity, humor and action and the show has a unique ener ...
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The Complete back up of No Agenda podcasts in case of deplatforming!
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The LOWDOWN delivers near-daily open-source intelligence briefings, Monday through Friday, focused on the most consequential security developments shaping the global environment. Each episode provides a calm, professional situational awareness update built entirely from credible open-source reporting. Designed for U.S. military servicemembers, defense civilians, intelligence analysts, and operational planners, The LOWDOWN covers security-relevant competition, conflict, and coercive activity ...
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Life advice from a man that was bless to excel in modern day socialism. I acquire thee experiences of at least 5 men during my life adventures.
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Who is DB Cooper? A look into America's only unsolved skyjacking and the people who are trying to solve it.
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Dice and PIxels is a light, humorous weekly Australian based podcast discussing indie games, tabletop, local gaming events and interviews with key gaming figures and independent game developers.
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A podcast where two social studies teachers discuss history, American empire, US politics and their own lives. Traditional narratives regarding American history are challenged in a tone that ranges from playful to hostile.
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Regional Round-Up: Asfura Wins Honduras Election; Police Commander Arrested Fleeing Brazil; Colombian Mercenaries; Amazonian Stingless Bee Afforded Legal Rights
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5:30Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with analysis of stories from the region. To become a Founding Member, support the show or get in touch, email [email protected] Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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Listen along as we discuss Netflix’s four hundred and tenth film, the 2021 French action comedy ‘The Last Mercenary’ directed by David Charhon starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, Alban Ivanov, Assa Sylla and Samir Decazza. Please follow us at Flix Forum on Facebook or @flixforum on X (Twitter) and Instagram and answer our question for the episode, 'Are…
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EP 450 - The Life of a Mercenary Writer with Jarrett Mazza
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55:15Mark interviews Jarrett Mazza about his action/thriller novels and his mercenary-style approach to writing. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off yo…
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Undercover Mission Unraveling the Alpha's Truth Mercenary's Redemption & Wolf Pack Politics
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2:09:22Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By osivu
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Implications for Washington, Caracas & the International Community of US Action in Venezuela
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7:31Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Nick Wallis for Times Radio. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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Cussler Hustlers S11 E2: Intelligent Melon Butts
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39:37Our saga continues with... meetings! Dinner dates! Evil conferences! Sweaty detente! Political palaver! It's... it's... ok, it's kind of a lot of exposition, but we paused right before West Africa explodes into nightmarish violence absolutely not instigated by a couple of white men who don't know how to ask politely. Dirk refuses the call to action…
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BREAKING: Analysis of Trump Press Conference re Venezuelan Strikes & Maduro Capture
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9:04Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Carole Walker for Times Radio on the unpredecented press conference given by President Donald Trump after the events of the last 12 hours in Venezuela. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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BREAKING: Military Strikes on Venezuela; Trump says Maduro Captured, Flown Out of Country
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3:09Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the breaking news that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been captured in a US military action and taken out of the country. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio digs into the history of cocaine. To become a Founding Member, support the show or get in touch, email [email protected] Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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In this holiday special, The World takes you to China. We visit Shenzhen, which has become the most thriving megacity in the world — without the air pollution, overcrowding and failing infrastructure that often accompany rapid expansion. Also, an unpacking of the latest diplomatic spat between China and Japan over Taiwan. And, a peek at the future …
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EP 452 - Accounting for Murphy's Law when Setting Realistic Goals
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44:34In this solo episode Mark outlines a dozen tips to consider when setting realistic goals. Links of Interest: EP 451 - Tales from the Backburnder: A Pair of Messages to Readers Draft2Digital Self Publishing Insiders - Jan 1, 2026 Episode (YouTube) Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark …
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Rising Pressure Across Regions: Russia’s Strained Home Front, China’s Taiwan Signaling, Iran’s Unrest, and Escalation from Venezuela to Yemen
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18:06Reporting from The Washington Post describes growing social strain inside Russia as the war nears its fourth year, with border regions facing routine drone attacks, visible air defenses, and reliance on volunteer networks, while wounded soldiers cite heavy losses and disillusionment even as wartime spending has improved conditions in some areas and…
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#587 | The Curious Tradition of Words of the Year
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20:49What do “truthiness”, “selfie”, and “goblin mode” have in common? In this episode, we'll see how Words of the Year are chosen, look at some of the most pertinent from history, and explore the winners of this year's prize. What "Word of the Year" means How dictionaries choose: data and expert judgement Sometimes a public vote decides the winner Comm…
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A New Year’s special celebrating The World’s 30th anniversary
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50:29It’s been an adventurous three decades for The World and we’re glad to have you with us as we celebrate our 30th anniversary. In this special New Year’s show, we highlight some of our reporting over the years. We bring you a discussion with Neil Curry, who helped create the show and was The World's first executive producer, as well as a conversatio…
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Not Such an Ugly Word: Tyranny in Archaic Greece
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48:37Send us a text In modern English, a “tyrant” is someone who rules oppressively. To the ancient Greeks, the word tyrannoscould just refer to a king, but more specifically it meant an autocrat who had come to power by overthrowing an existing regime. The 7th and 6th centuries BCE saw the rise of many Greek tyrants who capitalized on class tensions an…
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Despite fleeting military victories, internal cracks deepen in the Umayyad Caliphate as unjust taxes, tribal rivalries, and the rise of the Mawali set the stage for the empire’s inevitable downfall.By Islamic History Podcast
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As we wrap up the year, The World takes a look back at some of our favorite stories from 2025. We visit coffee raves in Barcelona. Also, a landmark performance for a female conductor at the Tehran Symphony Orchestra. And inmates in Milan who are repurposing the wood from migrant boats into musical instruments. Plus, crate digging for vinyl records …
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From Guilt to Purpose | Scott Graves on Supporting Special Operations Veterans and Kids | RFS #15
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56:35Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ In this emotional episode, AJ Buckley talks with Scott about guilt, heroes who don’t make it home, and the pressure that never turns off when operators return from deployment. From the song “Heroes” to the story of a lodge built for dads and kids to reconnect, this conversation dives into purpose, faith, and high…
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On the Brink: Russia’s Information War, Nuclear Signaling, and a Global Power Shift from Europe to the Caribbean
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37:37In this episode, we analyze a world on the brink as 2025 closes with high-stakes information warfare and shifting military postures. The Kremlin alleges a massive Ukrainian drone strike on President Putin’s Valdai residence, a claim widely assessed by the sources as an information operation intended to influence U.S. diplomatic narratives and harde…
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New Year’s Eve is supposed to be champagne, countdowns, and pretending your life is about to change. But in Jackalope Tales fashion, Charles and Lisa ring in the new year by dragging out the ghosts, glitches, and catastrophic vibes that show up when musicians tempt fate at midnight. Charles revisits the tragic and eerie final moments of Ricky Nelso…
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Building and Losing Africa’s Voice in Washington
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53:00For more than 50 years, Melvin Foote has been one of the most influential advocates shaping U.S.–Africa policy. From his early Peace Corps service in Ethiopia and Eritrea to founding the Constituency for Africa, Foote helped mobilize support for AGOA, advance anti-apartheid activism, and build crucial bridges between African Americans, African immi…
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History of Everything: Aztecs in Asia, Woman Giving Birth to Rabbits, and Hot Chocolate
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1:07:37And welcome back to the history of everything podcast. Specifically welcome back to what is our end of the 2025 year listener special where we take your suggestions and questions from patreon and put all of them into one episode. We are looking at Aztec warriors fighting in Asia, a woman who gave birth to rabbits, and hot chocolate Watch the podcas…
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Iranians grapple with a weakening currency
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50:08Fueled by a cost-of-living crisis and a weakening currency, Iranians are taking to the streets. While the government says it's offering dialogue, the demonstrations follow a year of growing challenges for the regime and everyday people in the country. Also, a look back at a year of global protests, driven largely by Gen Z, over economic uncertainty…
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Pretexts and Pressure: Russia’s Valdai Claims, China Encircles Taiwan, Iran Signals Escalation
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13:22Russia has alleged an uncorroborated Ukrainian drone strike on President Putin’s Valdai residence, which analysts assess as a pretext to reject peace proposals and "reconsider" its position on negotiations. While the Kremlin issues inflated battlefield gains to project a collapsing Ukrainian front, it continues to pressure NATO's flank through reco…
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People in Gainesboro, Tennessee, have some new neighbours. A conservative developer has bought land just outside the tiny rural Appalachian town, with the aim of forging an 'aligned' community based on shared values like 'faith, family and freedom'. Two of the first people to come to town are controversial Christian nationalists who talk about civi…
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US conducts airstrikes in northwestern Nigeria
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50:31The US fired Tomahawk missiles into Nigeria's Sokoto State late last week, claiming to target members of ISIS targeting Christians in the country, but the region hit by the strikes — and facing the brunt of ISIS attacks — is majority Muslim. Also, the world's first carbon tariff is set to take effect in Europe at the start of 2026. And, some patien…
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Justice Mission 2025: China’s Taiwan Encirclement, the Trump-Zelensky Florida Summit, and Iran’s "Full-Scale War"
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12:49Current reporting highlights escalating global tensions across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. In the Taiwan Strait, China launched large-scale live-fire drills, "Justice Mission 2025," simulating an encirclement and blockade of Taiwan. This maneuver follows a significant U.S. weapons sale to the island. Parallel reporting suggests China may hav…
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Bonus episode about the history of the Caliphate.By Islamic History Podcast
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Listen along as we discuss Netflix’s four hundred and twelfth film, the 2021 action thriller ‘Beckett’ directed by Ferdinando Cito Filomarino starring John David Washington, Boyd Holbrook, Vicky Krieps, Alicia Vikander and Michael Stuhlbarg. Please follow us at Flix Forum on Facebook or @flixforum on X (Twitter) and Instagram and answer our questio…
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Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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China Stealth, Drone Ships, Russia Rejects Peace, IRGC Seizures, Syria Raids
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18:15China’s aviation reached new milestones with the flight of a third J-36 tailless fighter prototype and a “Type C” loyal wingman drone appearing on the Type 076 ship Sichuan. This highlights rapid stealth maturation and a shift toward drone-centric naval power intended to project force in the Western Pacific. In the Ukraine conflict, Russia’s Sergei…
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Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio analyzes the fall in price of cocaine, and what the shifting panorama of production and movement of the product has to tell us. To become a Founding Member, support the show or get in touch, email [email protected] Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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This special show takes a look back at some important and influential people who passed away in 2025, leaving behind their legacies. They include Pope Francis, Kenyan politician Raila Odinga, the world’s oldest Olympian Ágnes Keleti, the 49th Aga Khan Muslim spiritual leader, photographer Sebastião Salgado and legendary musicians like Lebanon’s Zia…
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Strategic Brinkmanship: From China's Modular Missile Ships and the U.S. Blockade of Venezuela to Global Nuclear and Aviation Advancements
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14:48China has outfitted a cargo ship with 60 modular missile cells and radar, demonstrating a capability to convert its merchant fleet into improvised arsenal ships. In Iran, purpose-built hardened shelters for Su-35 fighters are nearing readiness at Hamadan Air Base. Reports also claim Supreme Leader Khamenei authorized developing miniaturized nuclear…
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Listen along as we discuss Netflix’s four hundred and eleventh film, the 2021 teen romantic comedy ‘The Kissing Booth 3’ directed by Vince Marcello starring Joey King, Joel Courtney, Jacob Elordi, Taylor Zakhar Perez, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Meganne Young and Molly Ringwald. Please follow us at Flix Forum on Facebook or @flixforum on X (Twitter)…
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Latin America & the US: Stories of the Year
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22:12Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio in conversation with journalist Julia Tilton from The Daily Yonder, the US's only national news organization for rural people and places. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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Christmas in San Miguel de Allende - with Greg Gunter
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10:35Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio talks to Real Estate Agent Greg Gunter about Christmas in Mexico's iconic San Miguel de Allende. For more information on Greg's work and real estate investments & opportunities, click on: https://bhhscolonialhomessanmiguel.com/ https://dreamprohomesluxury.com/ Support the show…
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In this solo episode Mark shares a couple of recent messages to readers in the hopes that it inspired other authors with ideas of the types of things that their readers might find interesting. The two examples are: 1) Mark's introduction to his recent collection of stupid dad jokes (and how that can tie to the use of making the local community the …
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EP 54 - Killian Clarke: Return of Tyranny: Why Counterrevolutions Emerge and Succeed
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1:07:36In episode 54 of Tahrir Podcast, Killian Clarke joined to discuss his new book, "Return of Tyranny: Why Counterrevolutions Emerge and Succeed" (Cambridge University Press, 2025). The book offers one of the first systematic studies of counterrevolution. Drawing on global data since 1900 and new evidence from Egypt’s 2011 revolution, the book explai…
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A special holiday show all about Greenland
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49:50In this holiday special, The World visits Greenland. Former Greenlandic Prime Minister Mute B. Egede stated this year, “We do not want to be Danish, we do not want to be American. We want to be Greenlandic.” We look at divided opinions around the territory’s independence. Also, a look at Denmark’s controversial parenting test that resulted in a dis…
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The Patina reluctantly returns to the Guts to reach the city core. Cast: - Marathon Messenger is played by Penn Van Batavia. She can be found on Twitter at @acquiredchaste and in drag as horror king JOHN on Instagram at @john.is.risen. Penn is an indie TTRPG designer whose most recent work includes SLICE *IT* OUT, a grisly carving RPG about cutting…
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In this comedy special, The World takes you around the globe where artists find humor in unconventional places. Chinese-language open mic events become a place for activists to meet, get group therapy and share pointed views on life back home in China. Also, Syrian comedians embrace a new era in which social critiques are no longer shunned. And, a …
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Report to Congress on Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China 2025
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35:44This episode breaks down the U.S. Department of Defense’s 2025 report to Congress on People’s Republic of China, assessing how Beijing is accelerating military modernization, coercive force employment, and global power projection to support its long-term goal of national “rejuvenation” by 2049. The report highlights China’s prioritization of Taiwan…
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Jackalope Tales – ‘Twas the Night Before Punkmas
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9:25Gather ’round the fire, spike your cocoa (or don’t—we won’t judge), and tuck in your little anarchists. This Christmas Eve, Charles and Lisa invite you into the warm, flickering glow of Jackalope Tales for a holiday tradition that definitely would’ve gotten you grounded as a kid. In ‘Twas the Night Before Punkmas, we read a beloved Christmas story……
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Analysis & Implications of US-Venezuela Tensions
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10:06Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Husain Husaini for Times Radio. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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UN Security Council Holds Emergency Meeting on US-Venezuela
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5:32Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Richard Spurr for LBC in the United Kingdom. Support the showBy Latin America Correspondent
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Everyone Hates King John: The War of The Barons
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52:00The First Barons' War erupted in the early 13th century, primarily due to King John's unpopular reign, characterized by heavy taxation, military failures, and disputes with the nobility. The conflict was sparked by John's refusal to adhere to the terms of the Magna Carta, which he had sealed in June 1215 in response to baronial pressure. This docum…
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Finding the joy of Christmas amid the war in Ukraine
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49:04In Ukraine, the Christmas season is being observed even amid war. We hear one story from a Christian ministry leader and Kyiv resident. Also, the Trump Administration has recalled nearly 30 ambassadors and senior embassy officials, serving mostly in African and Asian countries, from their posts. And, a $500 million AI factory is set to open in Arme…
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Grayson Russell on Faith, Family & Hollywood | RFS#14
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1:20:49Check Out: http://realfakeseal.com/ Grayson Russell takes it from the Listening Room in Pigeon Forge “redneck Disneyland” by Dollywood to the moment a brutal, true line hit him in Walmart by the salmon. He shares the family truth his dad revealed, why his mom didn’t know, and how it became the song “Turned Out Good,” played for crowds from 100 to 3…
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Caribbean GPS Jamming, Chinese ICBMs, Iran Rebuilding Missile Program, Oreshniks for Belarus, and a Look Back at Op JUST CAUSE
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24:44This episode assesses intensifying global security pressures driven by concurrent crises in the Caribbean, Indo-Pacific, Middle East, and Europe, with emphasis on great-power risk management under escalation. China is shown maintaining a deliberately bounded posture toward Venezuela during Operation Southern Spear—condemning U.S. actions and safegu…
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