Best Saladin Podcasts (2025)

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GMBC ep22-Unveiling the Crescent Moon: A Dive into Saladin Ahmed's The Throne of the Crescent Moon 53:56

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The podcast dives into the rich tapestry of "Throne of the Crescent Moon" by Saladin Ahmed, highlighting its unique blend of fantastical elements and Middle Eastern culture. The discussion centers around the characters and their reluctant heroism, particularly focusing on Dr. Abdullah Mahkloud, an aging ghoul hunter, and his diverse group of allies…

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Writer/Show-Runner Saladin Patterson of King of the Hill & Psych 1:37:36

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Send us a text We had on Saladin Patterson on the podcast. You might know him from his work on The Wonder Years, Psych, King of the Hill, The Bernie Mac Show and so many more shows!! He is a Hollywood writer,Producer and Showrunner. He joins us to try three new brews from Perry Vine, Stormbreaker Brewing and Mortalis Brewing!! Segment 1: Pub Talk: …

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319. Heist of St Nicolas: The Medieval Mafia Who Stole Santa (Part 2) 32:23

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Who were the Italian sailors who stole the bones of St Nicolas from his church in Turkey in 1087? How was the mythology of St Nicolas combined with Germanic pagan stories of Odin riding a white horse accompanied by ravens? How did polar-mania and Coca Cola advertising transform Dutch traditions around St Nicolas into the Santa Claus we know today? …

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318. Heist of St Nicolas: Raiding Santa's Tomb (Part 1) 32:21

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The original Santa Claus, Saint Nicolas, was a real bishop from Myra in modern-day Turkey, whose tomb there was popular with pilgrims, but 700 years after his death, a group of sailors decided to steal his magic bones… What myth about St Nicolas first associated him with gift-giving? How did his story get merged with the Greek god of the seas, Pose…

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317. Churchill's Photographer: From Escaping Genocide to MLK 48:25

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Who was Karsh and how did he become one of the most famous portrait photographers of the 20th century? How did Karsh escape from the Armenian Genocide as a child? What was the story behind some of the most famous photographs of Churchill, Einstein, Castro, Queen Elizabeth II, and Martin Luther King? Anita and William explore the fascinating life of…

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316. Hitler's Photographer: Nazi Secrets, Eva Braun, & Escaping Justice 47:14

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Who was Heinrich Hoffman and how did he use his photography to promote Adolf Hitler and Nazism? When did Hoffman introduce Hitler to Eva Braun? What lies did he tell a Jewish journalist who interviewed him in 1950? Anita and William discuss the life of Hitler’s photographer as part of a series on Eyes on Empire - exploring the influential people be…

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Actor / Comedian: Jacquis Neal from Dropout's Crowd Control 1:49:43

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Send us a text This week's guest is one of the funniest guys we have ever had on the pod, Jacquis Neal. He is the host of one of Dropout's newest Game Shows, Crowd Control! He has been featured on many of the the streaming service other programs as well. He has his own Podcast called Culture Kings and host his own Stand Up Comedian stage show calle…

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GMBC ep21-From Page to Play: How Anne McCaffrey’s World Inspires Game Masters, with guests The Feral Ladies 42:58

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Casey Asl, Marisa Wolf, and Melissa Olthoff, collectively known as the Farreladies, dive into a rich tapestry of lore and nostalgia as they explore Anne McCaffrey's seminal work, *Dragonflight*, the first installment in the *Dragonriders of Pern* series. The episode kicks off with a discussion that ranges from the impact of the U.S. Air Force on Mc…

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Introducing: The Rest Is Science 13:22

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Forget what you think you know about reality. The Rest Is Science is a mind-bending new show from Goalhanger that tears down familiar ideas… time, randomness, beauty, it will reveal just how bizarre the world truly is. Join Professor Hannah Fry and science creator Michael Stevens (Vsauce) twice a week to explore big, small and surprising questions …

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315. Controversy, Colonialism, & V.S. Naipaul 44:16

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Who was V.S. Naipaul and why was he so controversial? How did Naipaul alter the way in which writers and readers saw the world, and in particular how they saw Trinidad? Why did he make an enemy of Salman Rushdie? Anita and William are joined by Ben Moser to discuss the life of V.S. Naipaul. Make someone an Empire Club Member this Christmas – unlock…

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314. Rudyard Kipling: Villain or Visionary? (Part 3) 47:36

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Should we still read Kipling today? What family tragedy did Kipling face in the later half of his life? How did he fan the flames of jingoism during and after the First World War? William is reunited with Anita to discuss Rudyard Kipling’s later life and legacy and to debate whether we should revere or despise him... Make someone an Empire Club Mem…

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Boo Blood Pub 1:18:30

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Send us a text Honer, Bruce and Skyler sit back and shoot the shit alone this time!! They try three new brews while tackling some POP CULTURE!! Stranger Things and so much more!! Top Shelf has some heated Blind Rankings so make sure to check that out!! Brew Had: Pub Stillage by Old Thunder Brewing Co Lifesblood by Old Irving Brewing Co Boo Berry Mu…

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313. Rudyard Kipling: Escaping India & Writing The Jungle Book (Part 2) 33:38

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What inspired Kipling to write his two most famous works: The Jungle Book and Kim? Why did Kipling hate London and swiftly move to the US? How did Kipling develop such astute observational writing about Anglo-Indians in his early twenties? William is joined once again by Andrew Lycett, author of Rudyard Kipling, to discuss his rise to fame and how …

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312. Rudyard Kipling: Son of Empire (Part 1) 25:37

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Rudyard Kipling was one of the most evocative writers of India, yet he was a jingoist and an imperialist until his dying day. So how do we grapple with this conundrum, why was Kipling such a man of contradiction? In this episode we explore his early life. How did he go from a spoiled child in India who spoke Hindustani with his nanny, to living in …

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Conversation with Costas Themistocleous from Heavy on the Heart. 53:41

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Send us a text Costas from a band we love and have had on the podcast a few times called us up to sit down and talk about the last couple of years of his life. He talks about his Band, Heavy on the Heart., the future of the band and everything else he needs say about heavy personal relationships from the last few years in a safe environment. Check …

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GMBC ep20-Navigating Magic and Romance: The Allure of The Sundered Realms by Casey Blair 42:42

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The podcast dives deep into the enchanting world of *The Sundered Realms*, a fantasy novel by Casey Blair, where magic and romance intertwine amidst a backdrop of intrigue and peril. Listeners are treated to a lively discussion featuring host Eric Jackson and guests Chris Grannis, David Clarkson, and newcomer Scott Legault, who explore the intricac…

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311. Cricket In India: Beating The Brits At Their Own Game (Part 2) 41:14

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How did Britain’s imperial game become so popular in India? Why were India’s princes the ‘nepo babies’ of cricket? How does the legacy of Partition continue to affect matches in India and Pakistan today? Anita and William are joined once again by Tim Wigmore, author of Test Cricket: A History, as they unpack how a colonial sport grew to define a na…

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310. The Origin of The Ashes & The Killer Cricket Scandal (Part 1) 49:22

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How is the history of cricket completely intertwined with the history of the British Empire? What was the Bodyline Controversy of the 1930s and how did it nearly kill a player? Who was Don Bradman and why is he believed to be the greatest sportsperson of all time? Anita and William are joined by Tim Wigmore, author of Test Cricket: A History, to di…

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309. Tintin, Nazis, & Soviets 45:37

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What was the origin story of Hergé, the Belgian illustrator who created The Adventures of Tintin? How did an unlikely friendship transform Hergé’s life and lead him to draw Tintin crying in a comic strip for the first and only time? Anita and William navigate the turbulent hot waters of Tintin’s history from anti-Soviet propaganda, to featuring aut…

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308. Asterix and Obelix, Babar The Elephant, & Colonial Cartoons 47:27

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How did a story made up by a mother for her sick children turn into Babar The Elephant? Why did two immigrants to France create such a patriotically French cartoon in Asterix and Obelix? How should we feel about racist depictions of people of colour in beloved children’s cartoons today? Listen as William and Anita explore the controversial debates …

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Brent Huff and Pete Sepenuk Live at Niles Brewing Co 1:21:55

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Send us a text The Boys of Brews decided to go north to Michigan and brought a long the Men of Hollywood, Brent Huff of ABCs The Rookie and Pete Sepenuk of MLB and Bleach! We went to the cozy town of Niles Michigan at the Niles Brewing Co!! We tried 3 different Michigan Breweries today, Odd Brothers Craft Cider, Niles Brewing Co and Pavlov's Brewin…

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GMBC ep19 - Unpacking the Unwilling Recruit: Military Strategy Meets Roleplay in Sentence to War 30:35

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The podcast dives into the intriguing realm of military science fiction, centering on "Sentence to War" by J.N. Cheney and Jonathan P. Brazee. The discussion unfolds with hosts Eric Jackson and his fellow game masters—George Krubski, Marshall Smith, and Eric Driks—sharing their insights on how military themes can enhance tabletop role-playing exper…

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307. Austen vs Brontë: Unmasking Slavery Heiresses 41:51

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What is the true history behind the “madwoman in the attic” in Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre? How was Jane Austen’s aunt deeply connected to slavery in Barbados? Who were the British heiresses who married Caribbean plantation owners and inherited vast wealth made through chattel slavery? William and Anita are joined by Miranda Kauffman, author of He…

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306. Joseph Conrad: From Russian Exile To The Heart of Darkness 1:00:29

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How did a Polish sailor become one of the greatest writers in the English language? Why were Conrad’s parents exiled to the harsh conditions of northern Russia? Should we continue to read The Heart of Darkness in spite of its outdated views? Anita and William are joined by Maya Jasanoff, author of The Dawn Watch, to discuss the adventurous life of …

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Brian Brackets Instagram Bracket Guru 1:24:25

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Send us a text We had Social Media savant of Brackets and voting, Brian MacDonald!! He sat down with us to have a few drinks and talk about himself, brackets, and so much more!! The three brews we had were from Threes Brewing, Trip Fermentations and Off Color Brewing. Segment #1 Dive Bar Reviews: We visit Manhattan NY! We tried Don't Blink by Three…

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305. Orwell: Dark Secrets, The CIA, & His Forgotten Failures (Part 4) 1:00:29

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Why was Orwell’s wife, Eileen, written out of his story when she co-wrote Animal Farm? How did the CIA twist the novel into anti-communist propaganda? As a writer who was so ahead of his time on imperialism and totalitarianism, why did Orwell fail when it came to the patriarchy? Anita and William are joined by Anna Funder, author of Wifedom: Mrs Or…

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304. Orwell: Animal Farm, 1984 & Totalitarian Dystopia (Part 3) 48:02

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What was the inspiration behind George Orwell’s most famous works? Why did he move to the remote Scottish island of Jura to finish writing 1984? What was Orwell’s “Snitch List” which he handed over to the government after World War 2? In Part 3 of this miniseries, Anita and William discuss Orwell’s life during WW2 and deep-dive his two most famous …

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Mick Strawn Horror FX Legend 1:23:56

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Send us a text We had on Horror movie FX Legend Mick Strawn, you may know his work from movie franchises of Nightmare on Elm Street and Texas Chainsaw Massacre!! He sat down with us to talk about his storied career in Show Business and enjoy three Brews!! Segment 1 : Fesshole- Talking about people's confessions while drinking Spiced Pecan Hard Cide…

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GMBC ep18 - Biotech Horrors and Tabletop Adventures: A Deep Dive into Borne 59:33

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The podcast dives into the gaming potential of Jeff VanderMeer's "Borne," a narrative steeped in morally complex relationships and set against a post-ecological disaster backdrop. Alex Jackl, Ian Eller, and Sean Murphy explore whether a Game Master can serve as an unreliable narrator, and how the use of factions and interpersonal conflict can enhan…

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303. Orwell: Fighting Fascism In The Spanish Civil War (Part 2) 40:51

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Why did George Orwell go to Spain to fight on the Republican side against General Franco? Who saved his life when he was shot in the throat? How did internal feuds on the leftist side of the war influence his writing and his paranoia? In Part 2 of this miniseries, William and Anita discuss Orwell’s fight against fascism and his experiences in the S…

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302. Orwell: The Anti-Imperialist In India & Burma (Part 1) 43:17

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How was George Orwell’s childhood rooted in the British Empire and the opium trade in India? Why did George Orwell become a colonial police officer in Burma? When did Orwell develop his anti-imperialist stance? In the first part of this miniseries, Anita and William explore the early life of Eric Blair - later George Orwell - and his time in India …

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Sean Collins owner of Vinyl Tap and Table 1:35:32

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Send us a text We had the rock star of Grilling and cooking on the podcast this week!! Sean Collins sits down with us and talks about his journey to owning a restaurant!! We try three beers from Beer Tree Brewing, Lakewood Brewing and Tired Hands Brewing!! Theme Song by Lost Like Lions Vinyl Tap and Table check them out!! click link here!! Hop Stat…

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301. Gaza: The First Arab-Israeli War & The Creation of The Gaza Strip (Part 11) 48:26

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How did neighbouring Arab nations respond to the displacement of Palestinians in 1948? Why was the future Egyptian prime minister, General Nasser, stationed in Gaza in 1948? How did the population of Gaza double almost overnight with the influx of refugees, and what conditions did they face? William and Anita are joined once again by Eugene Rogan, …

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300. Gaza: The 1948 War (Part 10) 52:09

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Why did the British decide to end their Mandate in Palestine less than three decades after it began? What was the UN Partition Plan for Palestine and why did the Zionist leadership accept it whilst the Arab Higher Committee rejected it? How did the displacement of thousands of Palestinians during the War of 1948 affect Gaza? Anita and William are j…

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GMBC ep17 - Tabletop Adventures in Corp-Space: Exploring the Murderbot Phenomenon with the Game Master's Book Club 44:48

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The discussion dives deep into the intriguing world of "All Systems Red," the first novella in Martha Wells' celebrated "Murderbot Diaries." In this episode, game masters Karen Ford, Rob Trimarco, and Jason Keeley share their insights on a protagonist that is both a reluctant hero and a self-proclaimed slacker, navigating the complexities of its ex…

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299. Gaza: The Palestinian Revolt, The Black and Tans, & Bomber Harris (Part 9) 49:04

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When Palestinian Arabs rose up against the British in 1936, what repressive tactics were used to quell the revolt? Who was the WW2 hero “Bomber” Harris, and why did he bomb Palestinians in the 1930s? How did Christians, Muslims and Jews who had once co-existed in the region turn against each other in a divisive civil war? William and Anita are join…

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298. Gaza: The British Occupation of Palestine (Part 8) 50:24

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What was the British Mandate of Palestine that emerged after World War I? Why were the Black and Tans sent to Palestine and what methods did they use to enforce order? How did tensions between Zionist settlers and Arab Palestinians begin to rise in Mandate Palestine in the 1920s and 1930s? Anita and William are joined by Caroline Elkins, author of …

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Jordy Rush from Boos and Brews Haunted Beer Fest 1:40:10

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Send us a text On this episode, we had the events programmer of the city of Mishawaka, Jordy! 2tones returns to host with the Bandit!! Also joining us is the head distiller and owner of Stoic Distillery, David! We talk about the upcoming Beerfest, things about Jordy herself, Highlander, Taylor Swift and The Wood and so much more!! We tried 3 brews …

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297. Gaza in WW1: A Rematch For Gallipoli (Part 7) 43:43

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How did British Army General Murray fail to take Gaza in 1917? Who was General Allenby and how did his tactics in the cavalry charge on Gaza City lead to transformation in the region? What are the connections between the Gallipoli campaign and the siege of Gaza? Anita Anand and William Dalrymple are joined once again by Eugene Rogan, author of The …

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296. Ottoman Gaza: Gunpowder Conquests & Rising Nationalism (Part 6) 57:01

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In 1516, the Ottomans defeated the mighty Mamluk Empire in the Middle East, taking control of Gaza. How did Ottoman forces roll out scorched-earth tactics on Gaza City to punish those who had rebelled against them? How did the citrus and cotton industries develop in Ottoman Palestine? What did the rise of nationalism at the turn of the twentieth ce…

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The Franktastic Five!! - Festival of Beers 1:52:05

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Send us a text Frank the Tank returns to talk about the Festival of Beers and catching up with everything he has been doing!!1 Top Shelf: We do Blind Rankings of Scifi/Fantasy shows, Breakfast food and more Beer had: Straight outta Dania by 3 Sons Brewing Pop Culture: Peacemaker Season 2, Chad Powers, The Smashing Machine, and we talk about upcomin…

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GMBC ep16 - Superhero Genre Redefined: Lessons from Astro City 44:01

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Astro City: Life in the Big City serves as a delightful exploration of a superhero universe that marries the extraordinary with the mundane, demonstrating how the presence of super-powered individuals shapes everyday life. In this episode, the hosts of the Game Masters Book Club, including seasoned GMs Jonathan Mazur, Shaun Murphy, and John Corbett…

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295. Crusader Gaza: Saladin & Richard The Lionheart (Part 5) 49:07

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Why did Crusaders travel from Western Europe to Gaza and The Levant in the 11th century? Who was Saladin and how did he conquer the Franks? How did the Mamluks defeat the Mongols in the 1200s and usher in an era of prosperity for Gaza? Anita and William are joined by Jonathan Phillips, Professor of Crusading History at Royal Holloway, to discuss th…

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294. Gaza & The Islamic Conquest (Part 4) 41:27

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How did the expansion of Islam out of the Arab peninsular affect Gaza in the seventh century? Who was ‘Amr ibn al-As and how did he ambush the Byzantines in Gaza? Why is the Islamic Conquest described as the “invisible conquest” by some historians? William and Anita are joined once again by Peter Sarris, Professor of Late Antique, Medieval and Byza…

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Michael St.Ayre, Rick Stec, and Mauricio Cordero dive deep into the chaotic and surreal world of Hunter S. Thompson's "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas," exploring how this gonzo classic can infuse life into tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). They tackle the novel's provocative themes, including its critiques of American culture, while addressing …