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This is a podcast which is for Freemasons and anyone who wants to know more about Freemasonry. Hosted by Robert Johnson, a member of several appendant bodies within Freemasonry. The show features a weekly episode where Masonic papers are read and discussed, famous Freemasons are explored and Masonic news is shared. Freemasonry for today.
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Echoes of History

History Hit & Assassin's Creed

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Dive into the real-life history that inspires the locations, characters, and storylines of the legendary world of Assassin’s Creed. ‘Echoes of History’ is the official Assassin's Creed history podcast. We’ll head down the narrow side streets of Medici-ruled Florence, cross sand dunes in the shadow of ancient pyramids, climb the rigging of 18th century brigs sailing across the Caribbean and meet the most powerful warlords in Feudal Japan - all before hearing from the developers themselves to ...
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Paname is about Paris; the people who have lived here, the events that have taken place and the traces they’ve left behind. Come with me to explore the unusual, overlooked and unlikely stories which are often hidden in plain sight. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/panamepodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Forever Exiled

Tagz, Wrecker of Days

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Forever Exiled is a Path of Exile podcast hosted by Justin (Tagz) and Tyler (Wrecker of Days) that covers all things Path of Exile. We’re both heavily obsessed with the game. Every time we go out for dinner, the conversation quickly turns from real life to the builds we’re playing, the news that GGG has released, and all of our opinions and dreams regarding it all. We talk so much PoE, that a podcast just made sense ;-). Tagz has been playing Path of Exile since Beta in April 2012 and Wrecke ...
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Templar Strategic Solutions, LLC

Templar Strategic Solutions, LLC

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A podcast hosted by the owners and personnel of Templar Strategic Solutions, LLC - a privately owned security guard, private investigation and consulting firm based in West Virginia aimed at discussing not only the public safety and private security industry overall, but newsworthy events that impact our profession along with advancements in technology and methods that allow us to better serve our communities and clients.
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Gone Medieval

History Hit

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From long-lost Viking ships to kings buried in unexpected places; from murders and power politics, to myths, religion, the lives of ordinary people: Gone Medieval is History Hit’s podcast dedicated to the middle ages, in Europe and far beyond. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. A podcast by History Hit, the world's best history channel and creators of award-winning podcasts Dan Snow's History Hit, The Ancients, and Betwixt the Sheets. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of origi ...
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The ancient world was full of wonders. Engineering marvels like the Great Wall of China and Stonehenge. Remarkable peoples like the Aztecs, the Romans and the Mongols. Infamous leaders such as Cleopatra, Julius Caesar and Herod the Great. Inventors, explorers, builders, pioneers and philosophers who shaped the world we live in today. Welcome to Ancient Civilisations - the podcast that takes you back in time to discover the ancient world, one story at a time. A Noiser production, narrated by ...
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History, anatomy and physiology, philosophy, psychology, anthropology. The podcast that attempts to resurrect sense and meaning from the dust of a billion factoids. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-being-human--5806452/support.
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Make Financial Literacy Accessible Through Compelling Storytelling Join Dr. Andrew Temte every Saturday for Money Lessons—a weekly financial education podcast that transforms complex economic concepts into accessible, engaging stories. Each bite-sized 10-minute episode builds your financial knowledge through historical narratives and practical applications, making this the perfect podcast for anyone seeking to improve their money management skills and investment understanding. What You'll Le ...
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At Refreshment Masonic Video Podcast

At Refreshment Masonic Video Podcast

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**Better to watch on YouTube and rumble** The At Refreshment Masonic Video Podcast is a lighthearted and educational series focused on the world of Freemasonry. The hosts, who are Masons themselves aim to dispel myths about the fraternity while offering a glimpse into their rituals and traditions. They create a casual, fun atmosphere by sharing drinks and humorous discussions about Masonic life, often recorded in laid-back settings like after lodge meetings The podcast blends comedy with edu ...
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History of the Crusades

Sharyn Eastaugh

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Over 900 years ago, thousands of Christians invaded the Middle East, intent on taking the Holy Land from the Muslims. The following 200 years were marked by a series of military campaigns known as the Crusades. Join us to follow the history of the Crusades from 1095 onwards. Castles, battles, religious clashes, Richard the Lionheart, the Assassins, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Saladin, the Knights Templar - all will feature as we examine one of the most interesting periods in history.
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40K Fireside

Fireside Podcast

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Current rank 1 and 2 ITC David Gaylard and Vik Vijay have begun hosting the 40K Fireside Podcast! We're both multiple super major winnings and we tell our perspectives on the game in our conversation-based podcast.
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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories behind your favourite films, TV shows and period dramas, as well as compelling insights into lesser-known aspects of the past. We delve into global history stories spanning the ancient world right up to the modern day. You’ll ...
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History Declassified goes beyond the headlines and into the overlooked chapters of the past. From forgotten operations to untold decisions that shaped the modern world, we uncover the stories left out of the textbooks — thoughtfully, factually, and in full context. A podcast from Option 3 Media.
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Brother. The Masonic Podcast.

Brother. The Masonic Podcast

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Welcome to Brother. The Masonic Podcast. This podcast is here for everyone - let's answer some questions, pose a few more - and hopefully just have some fun discussing one of the world's oldest, and most talked about organisations!
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Just The Three Of Us

Just The Three Of Us

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Just The Three Of Us feat. Reeno, Templar and Damilicious is a podcast unlike any other. Join us every Sunday as we cover everything from current events, urban and pop culture, politics, sports and much more whilst adding a banterous touch. Listen. Like. Comment. Share and Rank and don't forget to Subscribe!
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The Saint

Entertainment Radio

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The Saint was a radio adventure program in the United States that featured a character ("a swashbuckling, devil-may-care Robin Hood type who, in his attempt to help people, remained just one step ahead of the police and crooks—both of whom he combatted") created by author Leslie Charteris. As the program's introduction said, The Saint (the alias of Simon Templar), was "known to millions from books, magazines, and motion pictures." Several versions of the program appeared on different network ...
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A Slice of Medieval

Sharon Bennett Connolly and Derek Birks

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Derek Birks is an #historicalfiction author who is interested in all matters historical. Sharon Bennett Connolly is a #medieval #historian who writes mainly about women.
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The Oak Island Podcast

The Oak Island Podcast

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We are diving into The Curse of Oak Island. Each episode follows an episode of the show. We dig into the theories, technologies, and mysteries surrounding the fabled island.. with brews and pop culture discussion thrown in. Come get to the bottom of things with us!
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A podcast dedicated to all of the mysterious, subtle, and historical lore of the Assassin's Creed Universe. Co-created and co-hosted by Teecup and Shecup, who you may also know as The Cups or Austin and Shelby. We'll take a leap of faith into topics such as the history behind the Assassins and Templars, the infinite Pieces of Eden, individual Isu and their sages, character deep dives, and more. This podcast will explain all of the lore, characters, history, and mythologies behind the Assassi ...
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Stompcast

Dr Alex George

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Our mind and body can be transformed through the simple act of walking. That’s why Dr Alex George has made this new, ambient podcast. It supports his mission to get us all out stomping, so whether you’re taking the dog out, hiking up a mountain or maybe you simply need some fresh air, Dr Alex and his guests will be here every week as your loyal stomping companions. Every week Dr Alex George is joined by a guest to find out how we can use their expertise to help us become a healthier version ...
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: ⁠https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Asian Review of Books

New Books Network

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The Asian Review of Books is the only dedicated pan-Asian book review publication. Widely quoted, referenced, republished by leading publications in Asian and beyond and with an archive of more than two thousand book reviews, the ARB also features long-format essays by leading Asian writers and thinkers, excerpts from newly-published books and reviews of arts and culture. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/asian-review
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History of the Outremer

History of the Outremer

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The history of the rise and fall of the states founded by medieval Latin Christian crusaders. Discover the tales of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Counties of Edessa and Tripoli, and the Principality of Antioch as well as the Knights Templar, the Order of the Assassins, the Byzantine Roman Empire, the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia, the Republic of Venice, and more!
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The Historical Action and Adventure Podcast - making history come alive! Bestselling authors chat about writing action and adventure stories, diving into some of the more quirky and unusual aspects of history, with a detour through music and its role in their process. Each episode covers different exciting themes, often with brilliant guests. Get bonus episodes and more by supporting the podcast on Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/RockPaperSwordsPodcast or Buy Us A Beer at - https://ko-fi.co ...
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Bittensor Guru

Keith Singery

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The Bittensor Guru focuses on Bittensor, the project that combines artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to create an incentivized marketplace for machine learning. This podcast covers the Bittensor ecosystem, community, projects, developments and much more. Hosted by Keith Singery, a Bittensor enthusiast who runs a validator and volunteers as a moderator on the project's official Discord server. Support this podcast by delegating Tao: https://taostats.io/validators/bittensor-gur ...
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Was the moon landing faked? Did Shakespeare actually pen his works? And were the pyramids really built by aliens? In History's Greatest Conspiracies, Rob Attar takes a deep dive into the theories in the company of expert historians to uncover if there's any truth behind the murky myths. History’s Greatest Conspiracy Theories is produced by the team behind History Extra. For more fascinating stories from the past, head to HistoryExtra, the home of ‘History’s Greatest’ podcasts. There you can ...
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🔎 Uncover the crimes that shaped history. From daring heists and political scandals to conspiracies and cover-ups, History’s Greatest Crimes takes you deep into the world’s most infamous criminal events. Hosted by two historians, Dr. Michael and Dr. Alana, each episode dissects a historical crime, revealing its impact on society, the people involved, and the larger forces at play. 🎙️ Whether it’s the FBI break-in during the Ali-Frazier fight, the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, or the Pentagon ...
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Clashspiracy

Clashspiracy

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Welcome to Clashspiracy! We take two conspiracies, give you all of the unsavory details of each, and then pit them against each other to see which one comes out on top!
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Well That Aged Well

Well that Aged Well

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In this podcast we interview historians about new topics every week ranging from Ancient Rome to pre historic era to modern history. I myself am not an academic but I always been fascinated by history and always enjoy learning about it. I am trying to make history fun and enjoyable and hopefully you will learn smomething too. New episodes coming out every week on "Well That Aged Well". With "Erlend Hedegart". This podcast is uncut, and unedited.So what you see is what you get. Which means th ...
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Fraternal Review

The Research Lodge

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The Southern California Research Lodge has published Fraternal Review for over six decades, providing Masonic education and information to its readers. Each issue is dedicated to a specific topic such as Masonic symbols, history, and lore.
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This ES Monthly News Article reflects the Guardian Perspective of the Ascension Timeline (2012 Timeline) as support, both energetically and educationally, for the Galactic Families of Starseeds and the Indigo Races. This Spiritual Family has accepted the Guardianship role to support the foundation of Cosmic Citizenship as an evolutionary model for this planet and humanity, and this is a level of earth based advocacy designed for this specific group. There is absolutely no value difference gi ...
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Ryan Ellington is living, breathing cinema, and he's here to turn the Stubbs A-List upside-down. Like every time, these are freezing cold reads on a hot mic. Which means people are reading dumb sketches, sight unseen. "The Telephone" at 6:51 "Goodnight Moon" at 21:46 "The Grail" at 33:38 "Hack NYU" at 43:58 "Lab" at 51:12 We talked history and I go…
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The heart of the Assassin’s Creed franchise is the deadly rivalry between the brotherhoods of Assassins and Templars. These were real groups in history, whose power and influence in their lifetimes matched the longevity of their reputations. But how much of what we know of the two organisations is myth, and what is reality? To help separate fact fr…
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In part three, Katherine Templar Lewis and Dr Alex George discuss tools you can use to improve your uncertainty tolerance, how you can change your mindset to be more positive and why uncertainty can be an exciting place for opportunity to grow. Plus, Katherine shares some helpful tips for rewiring troublesome thought patterns and shares why it’s so…
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The One where Dr Nicholas Morton (Associate Professor at Nottingham Trent University), UK) comes to Signal to dicuss his fantastic book THE MONGOL STORM! A book even Dave’s dad gave 5 stars! Nic goes DEEP on the Mongols, the Crusaders, Assassins, Richard the Lionheart, Saladin, Templars, and MANY OTHER THINGS! This is a Signal classic and Nic is an…
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In part three, Clare Pooley shares some of the best lessons she’s learnt from over ten years of sobriety, to help encourage you through your own Dry January journey. Plus, Clare and Dr Alex George discuss their favourite parts of alcohol-free living and give some actionable advice for overcoming the hardest parts of being sober. Follow @clare_poole…
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The past 12 months have seen protests around the world make headlines and dominate social media feeds. But how have such popular demonstrations changed the course of history? In this episode, historians Katrina Navickas and Timothy Garton Ash join Danny Bird to explore centuries of people power – and the protests that had the most impact. Learn mor…
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In the first of two special episodes from the iconic Tower of London, Dr. Eleanor Janega charts the transformation of the William the Conqueror's Norman fortress by Henry II and Edward I into an opulent royal palace. Now imaginatively recreated, the palace is brought to life with furniture, tapestries, original artefacts, and vivid illustrations. E…
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In part two, Clare Pooley opens up about the feelings of shame that surrounded her early days of sobriety, and how starting her blog helped navigate the initial period of alcohol-free living. Plus, Clare and Dr Alex George debunk the myth that you can’t have fun when sober, and why it’s vital you continue socialising when taking part in Dry January…
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Hatshepsut is one of ancient Egypt’s most extraordinary figures: a pharaoh who deftly asserted her right to the throne, reigned over an era of prosperity, and commissioned some of the most iconic monuments of the era. But how did she rise from a royal princess and consort to become pharaoh in her own right? Emily Briffett is joined by Egyptologist …
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How well do you know your future self? How much do you like yout future self? The answer to these two questions has implications for how you plan and provide for that person. Today, we cover the work of Hal Hershfield and others about how well or poorly we identify with Future Us, and what it means for how short- or far-sighted we are in our decisi…
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In July 1974, Cyprus was torn apart in a matter of weeks. What began as a coup backed by the Greek military junta ended in a full-scale foreign invasion, the collapse of a state’s constitutional order, and the permanent division of an island. Turkish forces landed under the legal justification of the 1960 Treaty of Guarantee. A ceasefire followed. …
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Among the many cool characters from the Viking Age that are brought to life in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is Alfred the Great. Before his military success against the vikings, Alfred also boasts one of the all-time great comeback stories. In January 878 all looked lost: Alfred was hiding in marshlands, his army defeated and scattered, and the Viking…
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Happy New Year Stompers! To mark Dry January, we’re releasing a special mini-series exploring what alcohol-free living is actually like, to hopefully encourage you to give it a go yourself in 2026. This week, Dr Alex George is joined by Clare Pooley. Clare is a best-selling author, blogger and public speaker who’s had her own journey with alcohol -…
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The chaos of the Spanish conquest, the humiliation of military defeat to the United States, the disruption of the revolution… Mexican history is often viewed through the lens of trauma and violence. Yet, as Paul Gillingham outlines in a new book, Mexico: A History, this was also one of the earliest democracies in the world – one in which Indigenous…
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Dan Bomba and Hal Griffin headline the box office smash of this week's episode. Cerebral! Now and forever, these people have not even seen the sketches and are reading them live on the spot. "Boxing Press Conference" at 3:05 "Glasses Store" at 14:07 "Calvin Decal" at 26:34 "Crime Scene" at 38:49 "Cry for Help" at 49:24 It was a wild ride and everyo…
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According to a famous prophetic report, “Whoever imitates a people becomes one of them.” What does “imitation” here mean? Rather, what does this statement really mean at all, and how have Muslims historically understood it? How did this simple report become a doctrine in the Islamic tradition? What does this hadith mean for Muslims today, in an inc…
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Happy 2026, everyone! We hope you had a great season and start to your 2026 year! With the holiday season wrapping up, we had more time than expected for respec'ing, levelling, and theory-crafting! So this week we get chatting about GGG's new Djinns in Path of Exile 2, SSF vs. trade, skills and tags, something better about ascending in PoE 2 than i…
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Join us this week for a look into the expectations of the 21st Esoteric-Minded Freemason. What does it offer today's new Freemason? Is it a return to what was or a one-off thing relevant to the times in which we live? Then we'll explore the timeless mystery of the Circle and Square as a Masonic and spiritual symbol. What does it truly allude to, an…
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What does Austen’s later writing tell us about her changing ideas? And what factors contributed to her death? In this fourth and final episode of our series chronicling the novelist’s life and work, Dr Lizzie Rogers charts the last part of Austen’s story, and her enormous continuing influence. ––––– GO BEYOND THE PODCAST Want to go further into the…
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In this episode of Money Lessons, Andy explores the historical context and implications of the bond market collapse during the Great Depression, the subsequent regulatory reforms, and their lasting impact on today's financial landscape. He discusses the failures of the credit rating system, the introduction of the Trust Indenture Act of 1939, and t…
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Once the powerhouse of the Anglo-Saxon world, the kingdom of Mercia dominated not just Wessex but nearly all its neighbouring realms. At its height, Mercia held sway over regions that include modern Birmingham and even London. Though the kingdom eventually faded with the rise of Alfred the Great, its story—and its influence—were far from over. In t…
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A prophetess who warned Oliver Cromwell against killing the king. A Yorkshire maidservant who gained an audience with the Ottoman Sultan. The religious tumult of the 17th century gave ordinary women opportunities to have their voices heard more than ever before. Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne, Dr Naomi Baker looks at several of these radical religious…
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First inhabited by the Rapa Nui people a thousand years ago, Easter Island is best known for its hundreds of giant stone statues. But what inspired a group of ancient Polynesian explorers to settle in such a remote spot in the South Pacific? How did they almost bring their own community to the point of collapse? And as ancient traditions meet with …
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In the sixteenth century, Queen Elizabeth I tried to send several letters to her Chinese counterpart, the Wan Li Emperor. The letters tried to ask the Ming emperor to conduct trade relations with faraway England; none of the expeditions carrying the letters ever arrived. It’s an inauspicious beginning to the four centuries of foreign relations betw…
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In part three, Professor Gina Rippon unpacks whether there are any tangible differences between male and female brains, what brain imaging can tell us about autism and how stereotypes and early childhood environments shape the male and female experience. Plus, Gina and Dr Alex George discuss how through understanding how autism shows up differently…
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Why should you be careful about who's first through your door on New Year's Day? What led people to believe that newts and earwigs were responsible for their ailments? And why do sticks play such a key part in children's imaginations? Ceri Houlbrook and Owen Davies, co-authors of new book Folklore: A Journey through the Past and the Present, join M…
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In the summer of 1381, thousands of ordinary people marched on London and forced a fourteen-year-old king to negotiate. England was still reeling from plague, war, and economic collapse. Labour laws had frozen wages, taxes were enforced with growing brutality, and authority was exercised through officials who no longer feared those they governed. W…
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Who was the worst Medieval monarch? Dr. Eleanor Janega teams up with the hosts of our sister podcast After Dark to delve into the lives of some of Europe's most notorious medieval monarchs..and rank them! From Pedro the Cruel of Portugal to Richard the Lionheart, and from Isabella the She Wolf of France to Vlad the Impaler, the team unravel their n…
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In part two, Professor Gina Rippon explains how autistic women have been historically overlooked, the ways autism presents differently in women compared to men and how the ‘male spotlight’ effect has impacted how autism is viewed in society. Plus, Gina and Dr Alex George discuss the common autistic trait of ‘masking’ and unpack how being othered so…
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‘Evil genius’ is a phrase that could have been invented to describe Augustus, the first emperor of Rome. Augustus butchered his way to power in the chaos that followed Julius Caesar's assassination, and then showed the political cunning to remain there for four decades. In conversation with Spencer Mizen, Ed Watts – author of The Romans: A 2,000-Ye…
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When Portuguese merchants ran aground on the Japanese isle of Tanegashima in 1543, two worlds collided - Europeans encountered Japan for the first time. For the next 50 years, Portuguese and their partners flooded into this newly discovered land aiming to spread the power of the Christian Church and sell wares that could revolutionise Japan, like t…
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Gina Rippon is Professor Emeritus of Cognitive NeuroImaging at Aston University, and is a leading researcher in understanding how autism shows up differently in women and girls. There seems to be a consensus in the media that there’s been an influx of autism diagnoses in recent years, and in part one Gina joins Dr Alex George to discuss whether thi…
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What do we know for certain about Old Norse ideas about masculinity and femininity, and can Viking Age mythology provide any answers? In conversation with James Osborne, Dr Jackson Crawford discusses the second edition of his translation of the Poetic Edda, and explores what can still be learned from the collection of Old Norse narrative poems that…
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In November 1983, as NATO conducted a routine command exercise called Able Archer 83, Soviet leaders became convinced that the West was preparing a surprise nuclear attack. With Yuri Andropov isolated and gravely ill, KGB agents reporting ominous “indicators” of war, and Soviet nuclear forces moving to unprecedented alert levels, the world teetered…
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Merry Christmas, everyone! We hope you had a great day/week no matter how you went about it. Both of us here were blessed to have the time to play a bit of Path of Exile during the holidays and it was great to chat about it. Hopefully, you enjoyed pulling up a chair and joining in to this week's conversation; it's always a pleasure have you around.…
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It was at Chawton House, a cottage in rural Hampshire, that Jane Austen experienced one of the most fruitful episodes of her writing career. In this third instalment of our four-part series charting the novelist's life and work, Dr Lizzie Rogers tells Lauren Good about this creative flourishing, and explores the popular works that Austen published …
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In this episode of Money Lessons, Andy explores the evolution of corporate bond markets, highlighting their historical significance, the role of credit ratings, and the legal protections that make corporate lending viable. He emphasizes the importance of understanding corporate bonds as a stable investment option compared to stocks, and discusses t…
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In this end-of-year bonus episode, Matthew Harffy and Justin Hill reflect on the past year of reading, writing, and podcasting — and look ahead to what’s coming next. They discuss the books that shaped their thinking, Bernard Cornwell’s The Winter King, Tolkien, Roman history, Churchill biographies, audiobooks, and the reality of trying to finish n…
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From the end of the 15th century, the Conquistadors changed the face of the Americas. Invading first the Caribbean and Mexico, they then plunged on into the rest of the continent and plundered the Pacific seaboard. So what do we know of these Europeans and their quest to expand a burgeoning empire? And who were the indigenous people that resisted i…
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Æthelstan was crowned in Kingston upon Thames 1100 years ago, in AD 925. He went on to extend his authority far beyond his initial powerbase of Wessex and Mercia to become the first king of England. David Musgrove talks to Professor David Woodman, author of The First King of England: Æthelstan and the Birth of a Kingdom, to hear why we should remem…
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WISHING YOU ALL A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS! In this extended episode Phil reviews his year then welcomes his old pod-pal Andrew Lownie back to discuss the continuing fall out from his bestselling book on Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, and to drop some major hints about his next project - the marriage of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. What tru…
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Caste has been a huge topic of conversation in modern India. Yet debates and activism around caste discrimination have spread beyond South Asia. Caste activists looked to African-American literature and leaders to connect their fight with the battle against racism in the U.S. And as Indians moved around the world–to America, to elsewhere in Asia, a…
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In contemporary Indonesia the idea that Islam and Marxism are inherently incompatible has become deeply entrenched. However, as Lin Hongxuan's work Ummah Yet Proletariat: Islam, Marxism, and the Making of the Indonesian Republic (Oxford University Press, 2023) shows, the relationship between them in Indonesian history is deeply intertwined. Based o…
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Hey folks. It's the funny number! This week we discuss Grotmas, Detachments, and cake. 00:00 Intro 01:43 New Grotmas Detachments just Dropped 05:05 Blood Angels Detachment 08:43 Astra Militarum Detachment 13:00 New Harlequins Detachment 16:46 New EC Detachment 23:37 New Space Wolves Detachment 27:10 Dataslate Changes - Aeldari 30:41 Dataslate Chang…
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It’s one of the most romantic images of the First World War: British and German soldiers meeting in No Man’s Land on Christmas Day, 1914, for a spontaneous truce and a game of football. But did it actually happen? Historian Alex Churchill joins Rachel Dinning to discuss the famous event – and reveals what really happened in the trenches in December…
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