Best Atomic Zero Podcasts (2025)

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Atomic Zero Show #110 2:18:36

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Send us a text In this episode, join Augustus, Kenni, and me as we dive into some of the most talked-about topics. First up: the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the polarizing reactions that followed. We then shift our focus to Nepal, where we'll explore what "One Piece in Nepal" means for the younger generation taking control of their future and…

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Sonia Gandhi on building model brains to tackle Parkinson’s disease 28:23

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Many people will be familiar with Parkinson’s disease: the progressive brain disorder that causes symptoms including tremors and slower movement, leading on to serious cognitive problems. You might not know that it’s the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world. Today it affects around 11.8 million people and that’s forecast to double by…

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Æthelstan: England's colossus 20:23

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The rise of Æthelstan was as important a moment in English history as 1066 and Magna Carta. On the 1,100th anniversary of his coronation, this Long Read, written by David Woodman, salutes a king who forged a nation. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s feature originally appear…

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Episode 86: Animal Man Zero Episode 43:20

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Sorry for the delays. But I'm back with a new episode. This month begins a new epic in Head Speaks. Join me as I welcome Shawn Marek into the Headcast Studios as we look at Grant Morrison's Animal Man run. This month is basically a Zero episode as we delve in to Animal Man's history and our love for the character.And be sure to let us know what you…

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Mark O'Shea on close encounters with venomous snakes 28:28

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Hiroshima's atomic plague 16:31

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In the wake of the nuclear attacks on Japan, the official Allied line was that radiation sickness was not a danger. Yet, as this Long Read written by Steve O'Hagan reveals, the first Western journalist to witness the effects on the people of Hiroshima told a very different story. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History…

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The sinister secrets of Samuel Pepys 22:45

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His diaries are revered for their kaleidoscopic evocation of Restoration England. Yet a fresh analysis of Pepys’ world-famous journals – carried out by Guy de la Bédoyère – reveals a man with a proclivity for coercion and sexual violence. This Long Read written by Guy explores this dark side to the famous diarist. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you…

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Horses: medieval war machines 19:40

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From William the Conqueror’s battle-winning cavalry to Richard III’s fatal final charge, this Long Read written by Oliver H Creighton and Robert Liddiard explores five moments when horsepower changed the course of medieval military history. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s …

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Victorian boxing sensations 18:38

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From unholy fights in the most sacred of spaces to downing glasses of sherry for breakfast, this Long Read written by Sarah Elizabeth Cox introduces the pugilists who punched their way into Britons’ affections during the dying days of bare-knuckle prize-fighting. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct…

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AI Edge Revolution: How Data Centres are Reshaping for AI Service Serving a Vertical Need | Emmanuel Becker 37:36

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The data centre industry is experiencing unprecedented disruption. As AI applications drive explosive demand for computing power, traditional approaches to data centre design and deployment are becoming obsolete almost overnight. In this episode, Emmanuel Becker, CEO of Mediterra Datacenters, shares insights from his extensive career spanning the e…

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Mary of Modena: a queen in the eye of a storm 19:37

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She was an Italian Catholic in a ferociously anti-papist English court. An aspiring nun in a hotbed of hedonism. In this Long Read written by historian Breeze Barrington, we follow the extraordinary trials and tribulations of James II & VII’s second wife, Maria of Modena. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazin…

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Climate Resilience in UK Housing: Preventing Overheating in Net Zero Homes | The Bryden Wood Podcast 49:12

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The UK's push toward net zero has dramatically improved building insulation and airtightness. But there's an unintended consequence that could prove dangerous: overheating. As climate change brings more extreme heat to Britain, these highly insulated homes risk becoming dangerously hot without adequate cooling strategies. In this episode, co-founde…

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Art deco: designs for life 15:24

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In the interwar era, artists and designers embraced a sleek modern style that embodied the optimism and elegance of the age. On the centenary of the Paris expo that launched Art Deco on the international stage, this Long Read written by historian Emma Bastin explores its origins and impacts. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from…

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Atomic Zero Show #109 - Sean Dulake 션 리차드 1:44:23

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Send us a text We’re thrilled to welcome Sean Dulake, a multifaceted actor, producer, director, and the co-founder and CEO of Third Culture Content, to the Atomic Zero Show. Today, we’re diving into his exciting new project, the Amazon Prime Original Series Butterfly, starring and executive produced by the acclaimed Daniel Dae Kim. Born and raised …

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Elizabeth I's forbidden love 18:21

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In 1579, Queen Elizabeth I embarked on a romance with a French duke she affectionately dubbed her “frog”. The pair seemed destined for marriage. Yet, writes historian Elizabeth Tunstall in this Long Read, the people of England had other ideas… HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today…

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Swings and roundabouts: a history of British playgrounds 21:31

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We all have childhood memories of playgrounds. But what can the evolution of outdoor play in Britain tell us about the experience of being young over the past 200 years? This Long Read, written by historian Jon Winder, serves up a history of sandpits, bombsites and battles with cars. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC His…

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Julius Caesar's funeral drama 17:44

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The assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC drove tensions sky-high in ancient Rome. As this Long Read written by historian Jessica Clarke reveals, plays staged at his funeral were carefully chosen to inflame anger and incite revenge on his killers. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears.…

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Live Aid at 40 19:52

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When Bob Geldof exhorted audiences to fill Wembley Stadium and empty their pockets for famine relief in Ethiopia, he changed the face of charity fundraising – and of live music. Forty years on, this Long Read written by David Hepworth – one of the BBC presenters on the day – explores the legacy of Live Aid. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the be…

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UK Industrial Strategy: Analysis, Gaps, and the Path to Growth | Bryden Wood Podcast 32:00

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Welcome to the Bryden Wood Podcast. In this episode, 'UK Industrial Strategy: Analysis, Gaps, and the Path to Growth', co-founder Martin Wood, Technical Director Adrian La Porta, and John Dyson examine the UK's recently published industrial strategy. The discussion highlights the positive aspects of the strategy, such as establishing a 10-year fram…

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Inside the Luftwaffe during the battle of Britain 24:47

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When the Battle of Britain erupted, many Luftwaffe pilots anticipated a swift victory. Yet soon that confidence had been replaced by chronic fatigue and a crippling fear of drowning in “dirty water”. This Long Read written by aviation historian Victoria Taylor charts the mental disintegration of Hitler’s flyers. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you t…

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Spiked drinks, counterfeit coins and the lodgers from hell 19:32

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Drugging, fraud, even murder – women couldn’t really commit such heinous crimes, could they? Written by historian Rosalind Crone, this Long Read explores five audacious female-led felonies from the 18th and 19th centuries which bust misconceptions about women's lives in the past. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History…

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Kevin Fong on medical planning for Mars and Earth-based emergencies 28:39

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There can't be many people in the world who've saved lives in hospital emergency rooms and also helped care for the wellbeing of astronauts in space – but Kevin Fong’s career has followed a singular path: from astrophysics and trauma medicine, to working with NASA, to becoming an Air Ambulance doctor. Kevin is a consultant anaesthetist and professo…

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Atomic Zero Show #108 Monica Macansantos 2:13:15

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Send us a text On the next episode of the Atomic Zero Show, we’re thrilled to welcome Monica Macansantos, a talented Filipino writer hailing from Baguio. Monica is the author of the acclaimed story collection Love and Other Rituals, published in 2022 by Grattan Street Press. She’s currently a 2024-2025 Shearing Fellow at the prestigious Black Mount…

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The Ambassadors: painting on the precipice 16:47

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Hans Holbein’s masterwork The Ambassadors is an exquisite portrait of two 16th-century diplomats. But, as well as being artistically impressive, the painting is also crammed with symbols and hidden messages. This Long Read written by historian Tracy Borman deciphers the clues hidden in Holbein's work that betray the turbulence of a fateful year. Hi…

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Doing the hard yards: Tackling the hard to abate sectors for net zero 24:36

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Join Bryden Wood's Martin Wood and Adrian La Porta as they explore the most difficult parts of the economy to decarbonise – the mission to make the toughest sectors of our economy carbon-neutral. Inspired by the Climate Change Committee's recent findings, this episode unpacks why industries such as steel, cement, chemicals, and aviation pose unique…

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Dame Pratibha Gai on training atoms to do what we want 28:23

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Chemical reactions are the backbone of modern society: the energy we use, the medicines we take, our housing materials, even the foods we eat, are created by reacting different substances together. If we zoom in, it’s the atoms within these substances that rearrange themselves to give rise to new substances with the properties we need. However, che…

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The women who shaped Malcolm X 22:49

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Malcolm X became one of the most influential leaders in the US civil rights movement – thanks largely, explains this Long Read written by historian Ashley D Farmer, to the women who shaped his life and ideas. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s feature originally appeared in t…

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Atomic Zero Show #107 Kris Simeon 3:06:39

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Send us a text This week on the Atomic Zero Show, we welcome Kris Simeon, a folk/jazz soul singer-songwriter from Oxnard, California. His music channels the timeless vibes of James Taylor, The Beatles, Jason Mraz, Jack Johnson, and Frankie Valli, shaped by the eclectic influences of his Southern California roots. Kris is on a mission to share his s…

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Episode 85:The Atom Special 1 53:37

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This month I go back and and actually finish my look at The Atom... for now. I pull out the Atom Special, from 1993 and take a look at it. This issue Ray deals with a lot of his issues from The Sword of The Atom, The Power of the Atom, and The Suicide Squad. Check it out...Spoilers, in case you couldn't tell from my description, this issue follows …

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Catherine Heymans on the lighter side of the dark universe 28:34

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Have you ever considered the lighter side of dark matter?Comedy has proved an unexpectedly succesful way to engage people with science - as today's guest knows first-hand. Astrophysicist Catherine Heymans is a Professor at the University of Edinburgh and the current Astronomer Royal for Scotland. She’s spent her career studying dark matter and dark…

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Spartacus: Rome's worst nightmare 23:19

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When the Spartacus revolt erupted in 73 BC, it exposed a terrifying truth: that the cocksure Roman Republic was nowhere near as invincible as it liked to believe. This Long Read written by historian Guy de la Bédoyère takes up the story. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s fea…

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Advanced Nuclear Energy: Aalo Atomics & the Future of Power 33:45

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Join Jaimie Johnston MBE on the Bryden Wood Podcast for an insightful discussion on the innovations within advanced nuclear energy and their impact on global power security. Featuring Jon Guidroz, SVP at Aalo Atomics, this episode explores how cutting-edge reactor technologies are addressing fundamental challenges in energy supply, including the dr…

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Navigating the Energy Debate: Challenges and Solutions | Martin Wood, Adrian La Porta and John Dyson 39:19

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Join Bryden Wood's co-founder Martin Wood, Technical Director Adrian La Porta, and Professor John Dyson as they discuss the critical state of the global energy grid. Triggered by recent power outages in Spain and Portugal, this episode uncovers the hidden complexities of integrating renewables, the intensifying demand from new technologies like AI,…

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Tim Coulson on how predators shape ecosystems and evolution 28:36

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As a young man, traveling in Africa, Tim Coulson - now Professor of Zoology at the University of Oxford - became seriously ill with malaria and was told a second bout would probably kill him. Aged only 20, this brush with his own mortality led him to promise himself he would write a complete guide to science: life, the universe and everything. His …

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Scotland's season of the witch 20:51

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In 16th and 17th-century Scotland, many hundreds of ‘witches’ were put to death – 10 times the proportion executed in England. This Long Read written by Martha McGill asks what drove the killings. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s feature originally appeared in the May 2025 …

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Rebuilding Ukraine: Industrialised Construction & Energy Solutions | Martin Wood & Jaimie Johnston MBE 22:03

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Join Bryden Wood's Jaimie Johnston MBE and Martin Wood for an important discussion on Ukraine's reconstruction. Inspired by a recent UCL report in which Martin contributed, this episode explores how industrialised construction, enhanced energy security, and advanced digital tools offer compelling ideas to drive efficient and sustainable rebuilding …

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Atomic Zero Show #106 3:28:50

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Send us a text Welcome back, Atomic Zero Fans! This week, Willy and I are diving into major current events. We'll start with the evolving situation in Los Angeles, where protests have led to significant unrest. Then, we're tackling the ongoing discussion surrounding Joe Biden's decline. Concerns about his age and cognitive abilities have been voice…

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Claudia de Rham on playing with gravity 28:21

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Claudia de Rham has rather an unusual relationship with gravity. While she has spent her career exploring its fundamental nature, much of her free time has involved trying to defy it - from scuba diving in the Indian Ocean to piloting small aircraft over the Canadian waterfalls. Her ultimate ambition was to escape gravity’s clutches altogether and …

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Why the Great Famine devastated Ireland 23:13

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When blight began devastating potato crops across Ireland in 1845, British officials immediately recognised the dangers. And yet, within six years, the Great Famine had caused the deaths of at least 1 million people. This Long Read written by Padraic X Scanlan tells the story of how tangled Anglo-Irish relations and a profound devotion to market fo…

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Neil Lawrence on taking down the 'digital oligarchy' and why we shouldn't fear AI 28:35

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When you think of Artificial Intelligence, does it inspire confidence, or concern? Although it's now generally accepted that this technology will play a major role in our future, a lot of conversations around AI and machine learning come back to the argument over us losing control and robots taking over. Happily, Neil Lawrence has a more optimistic…

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Why the ancient Egyptians worshipped wine 17:58

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For the ancient Egyptians, wine played a pivotal part in mythology, ritual and the natural processes that enabled their survival. This Long Read written by Islam Issa explores six key roles it fulfilled in their society over the millennia. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s f…

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Episode 8: Champions League Final Analysis (Part2) - The Limits of Control 1:02:04

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With the match analysis done and dusted, Jamie and Martin delve into the broader narratives surrounding the current footballing moment. The 3rd Circle cross references perspectives and reaction from Rio to Catalonia and wrestles with the complexities of the resultant parallax view. What are the limits of control in contemporary football coaching? H…

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Episode 7: Champions League Final Analysis (Part1) 1:28:19

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Jamie and Martin delve into the details of Paris Saint-Germain's historic 5 - 0 victory over Inter in the 2025 Champions League Final in Munich. What were the tactical aspects that allowed arch-controller, Luis Enrique to claim his second Champions League trophy in such emphatic style? How and why did the game's tactical dynamics play out and how c…

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Liz Morris on Antarctic adventures and the melting polar ice sheets 28:28

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A frozen, white world at the far-reaches of the globe, where you're surrounded by snow and silence, might sound rather appealing. Factor in temperatures that drop to -57°C and a few of us might be put off - but for glaciologist Liz Morris, that's very much her happy place. Liz is an Emeritus Associate at the University of Cambridge’s Scott Polar Re…

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Matchless monsters: female murderers in early modern Britain 18:40

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Men committed the majority of violent crimes in Tudor and Stuart England. But when women murdered, the press had a field day. This Long Read, written by author and historian Blessin Adams, asks what drove society’s gleeful fascination with its “angels of death”. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct …

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Anthony Fauci on a medical career navigating pandemics and presidents 45:05

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Welcome to a world where medicine meets politics: a space that brings together scientific research, government wrangling, public push-back and healthcare conspiracies… Dr Anthony Fauci was the Director of America’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases for nearly four decades, during which time he not only helped study, treat and pr…

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Richard III's remains: how science identified the king in the car park 20:46

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When the remains of Richard III were rediscovered under a car park, Turi King led the verification team that worked on the skeleton – proving with 99.999% certainty that it was indeed that of the long-lost medieval king. As 2025 sees in the 10th anniversary of Richard’s reburial service, this Long Read written by King reflects on how science finall…

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Josephine Baker: dancer, activist, spy 22:02

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Today she’s widely remembered as a risqué entertainer – yet she was also involved in many of the earth-shaking events of her era. As 2025 sees the 50th anniversary of Josephine Baker’s death, this Long Read written by Anna Maria Barry tells the story of a 20th-century icon. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magaz…

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Atomic Zero Show #105 Steve Lee 3:49:46

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Send us a text After being away, Steve is back in America and ready to join us for the next Atomic Zero. Let's get this going! You can find out more about Steve Lee@ http://www.steveleecomedy.com Please Subscribe & Follow The Atomic Zero Show @: X: x.com/AtomicZeroShow Facebook: facebook.com/AtomicZeroShow Instagram: instagram.com/atomiczeroshow Em…

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Was Charles I a tyrant? 22:12

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The reviled king was condemned to death as a “Tyrant, Traitor, Murderer and Public Enemy”. But, as 2025 marks the 400th anniversary of his accession, how fair does that judgment seem today? This Long Read, written by Jonathan Healey, offers his verdict... HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your…