The Columbia-Harvard China and the World Program, was founded in 2004 and and seeks to integrate an advanced study of China's foreign relations into international affairs, politics, economics, regional studies, IPE, IR, Policy, etc.
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For more than a dozen years, the Stack Overflow Podcast has been exploring what it means to be a developer and how the art and practice of software programming is changing our world. From Rails to React, from Java to Node.js, we host important conversations and fascinating guests that will help you understand how technology is made and where it’s headed. Hosted by Ben Popper, Cassidy Williams, and Ceora Ford, the Stack Overflow Podcast is your home for all things code.
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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. The World, the radio program, is heard each weekday on over 300 public stations across North America.
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The World and Everything in It is an Apple Podcasts top 100 News program delivering essential headlines, field reporting, interviews, and expert analysis. Find original coverage you can't get elsewhere, such as a weekly overview of every Supreme Court case, biblical cultural analysis, and key international stories. This podcast is a product of listener-supported WORLD Radio, which provides sound journalism grounded in God's Word.
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The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
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CNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. The Lead also concentrates on bringing stories that aren't found on front pages—buried leads—to the forefront.
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“Pod Save America” cohost Tommy Vietor thought foreign policy was boring and complicated until he got the education of a lifetime working for President Obama’s National Security Council. On “Pod Save the World,” he and former deputy national security adviser Ben Rhodes break down the latest global developments and bring you behind the scenes with the people who were there. New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe to Friends of the Pod! Your subscription makes Crooked’s work possible and gives ...
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The Zydeco Workout is the only radio program in the world featuring that Red Hot Zydeco, Southern Soul & Blues Sound. Zydeco music is a unique form of music expression, originally from Southwest Louisiana (Opelousas - Zydeco Capital of the World). www.ZydecoWorkout.com, www.ZydecoEvents.com, www.ZydecoOnline.com
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Simple Truths for Life with Charles Tapp is a weekly program heard around the world, providing simple answers to some of life's every day struggles. Subscribe, and hear new messages each week.
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Volatility Views is the premier radio program for volatility traders. From interviews with leading industry guests to detailed analysis of volatility products, this program takes you inside the world of volatility trading like never before. If you are an experienced options trader looking to expand your understanding of volatility, or if you are simply curious about VIX and other volatility products, then this is the program for you.
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A program dedicated to the eclectic world of poetry and performance. Guests are contemporary poets who read and discuss their works.
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Hop into the ring with The Sort, the podcast offering both a historical and forward-looking exploration of the world of livestock judges. The goal of The Sort is designed to support, engage, mentor, and advance the future leaders of the livestock industry. In each episode, we invite guests to share their personal journeys, visions, and enthusiasm for the livestock industry. These individuals bring unique perspectives, enriching our program with their real-world experiences of challenges and ...
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A podcast from The Hindu that delves deep into current developments with subject experts, and brings in context, history, perspective and analysis.
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NPR and WBUR's live midday news program.
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Profound truth. Simply stated. The official podcast from Love Worth Finding Ministries. Adrian Rogers has introduced people all over the world to the love of Jesus Christ and has impacted untold numbers of lives by presenting profound biblical truth with such simplicity that a 5-year-old can understand it, and yet, it still speaks to the heart of the 50-year-old. His unique ability to apply biblical truth to everyday life is yet unparalleled by other modern teachers. Visit https://www.lwf.or ...
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New Realities has been the leading edge, new Consciousness cable program broadcast from New York for the last 12 years.The series is hosted and produced by Alan Steinfeld. I firmly believe that – ‘A mind stretched to new realities never returns to its original dimension.’ - Alan Steinfeld New Realities is dedicated to exploring evolving human potentials in an evolving world. This series explores the idea of how to become more conscious beings. We present programs that invite the viewer to lo ...
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The World Today is a comprehensive current affairs program which backgrounds, analyses, interprets and encourages debate on events and issues of interest and importance to all Australians.
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The Built World Podcast is a dynamic show that delivers engaging, in-depth conversations with Miami's top real estate leaders, developers, and entrepreneurs. Each episode explores the latest industry trends, success stories, and expert insights, all in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, often accompanied by cocktails. Hosted in a conversational style, the podcast features high-profile guests who share their experiences and perspectives, offering valuable insights for both seasoned profession ...
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The John Batchelor Show is a hard news-analysis radio program on current events, world history, global politics and natural sciences. Based in New York City for two decades, the show has travelled widely to report, from the Middle East to the South Caucasus to the Arabian Peninsula and East Asia.
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The Gospel of Christ Media Program is designed to take the WHOLE Gospel to the WHOLE world. We are an evangelistic program providing videos, audio, and other resources. Visit www.thegospelofchrist.com
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The Micah Hanks Program is a weekly podcast that covers science and the mysteries of our universe. Taking a critically-minded approach to the study of our world, each week Micah presents commentary and discussions with guests on subjects that include mysteries of physics and astronomy, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI), UFOs, myths and folklore, archaeology and ancient mysteries, artificial intelligence, futurism, cryptozoology, science fiction, and entertainment. Each week ...
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Future of the Business World is a monthly podcast from the Wharton Global Youth Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Future of the Business World features 20-minute conversations with teen entrepreneurs from around the world who are launching startups and products, and embracing the entrepreneurial mindset. Each month, Wharton Global Youth introduces you to a new teen innovator, discussing innovations, inspirations and their hopes for the future. Hosted on Acast. See ac ...
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Welcome to the program that features world-class content with exclusive interviews. Hear the stories of business leaders beyond the balance sheets. Tune in for thought-provoking conversations that matter. Available on all major podcast platforms. Yousef Gamal El-Din is a global broadcaster and entrepreneur who hosts the ”You’re in Business” show. Notably, his interview with the SNB Chairman in 2023 shook up the financial world, leading to the sale of Credit Suisse. In over 15 years of live T ...
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Weekday hour-long live call-in program that airs on over 100 stations. Reporting the news and analyzing issues affecting the world, the church, and your family - all from a Biblical point of view. Jim Schneider is the host of Crosstalk, produced by VCY America.
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TRUNEWS is a daily news and inspiration Godcast, founded by Rick Wiles. Rick Wiles is the father of “citizen reporting.” He pioneered alternative media long before the arrival of blogs and podcasts. TRUNEWS has an extremely loyal audience around the world. The program is 100% listener-supported. Guests include members of the US Congress, members of the European Parliament, members of the British Parliament, scientists, astronauts, climatologists, billionaires, investors, top-selling authors, ...
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Here on Equine Assisted World. We look at the cutting edge and the best practices currently being developed and, established in the equine assisted field. This can be psychological, this can be neuropsych, this can be physical, this can be all of the conditions that human beings have that these lovely equines, these beautiful horses that we work with, help us with. Your Host is New York Times bestselling author Rupert Isaacson. Long time human rights activist, Rupert helped a group of Bushme ...
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A sci-fi anthology set in a future in which Money, State, and God became fused into a single entity called the Program. Each episode is a self-contained story focusing on ordinary people inhabiting this extraordinary world. Best rated episodes include "White Algorithm's burden" (true crime), "Four ways to stop your system from freezing" (drama), "Contemporary Cube Theory" (academic lecture), "How to keep device drivers from crashing" (comedy), "Overclocking" (adventure), and "All unsaved pro ...
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Thoughtful, in-depth conversations with authors of all genres and other notable people from Chicagoland and around the world. A monthly program from the Deerfield Public Library in Deerfield, IL, hosted by Dylan Zavagno. Our archives include episodes from the Library's John Cotton Dana Award-winning series, The Fight to Integrate Deerfield: 60 Year Reflection; our Pride Month series, Queer Poem-a-Day; and our local history audio tours.
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“Countdown With Keith Olbermann,” the landmark news and commentary program that reordered the world of cable news, returns as a daily podcast. Olbermann’s daily news-driven mix will include his trademark “Special Comment” political analysis, the tongue-in-cheek “Worst Persons In The World” segment, and his timeless readings from the works of the immortal James Thurber. The man who turned SportsCenter into a cultural phenomenon will broaden the content to include a daily sports segment, a dai ...
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A weekly, light-hearted informational program for the dental world, discussing current events, new products and techniques, organized dentistry, and education. Hosted by Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell, listeners will feel more "In the Know" with what's happening behind the scenes in the dental profession.
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Your weekly beach vacation – broadcasting tasty radio waves and good vibrations out to the sagebrush sea every Monday night, with a cosmic mix of country, psychedelic, garage and pop rarities from around the world.
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The a16z Show discusses tech and culture trends, news, and the future – especially as ‘software eats the world’. It features industry experts, business leaders, and other interesting thinkers and voices from around the world. This show is produced by Andreessen Horowitz (aka “a16z”), a Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm. Multiple episodes are released every week; visit a16z.com for more details and to sign up for our newsletters and other content as well!
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VB-GRAMG Bill: Will it destroy the world’s most successful workfare program?
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The Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-GRAMG) Bill, 2025 has received the President’s assent. This Bill replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), which stands repealed. The move has sparked an outcry, from the Opposition and civil society. Critics say this new law will destroy t…
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Sermon Overview Scripture Passage: John 1:1-9 Luke 1:78-79 says, “Through the tender mercy of our God, with which the Dayspring from on high has visited us; to give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.” Our world is in a desperately dark condition, but thanks be to God, who sent us His…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. Following the Gallus revolt in 351 AD, Rome eventually renamed Judea to Syria Palaestina to erase Jewish connection to the land. Control shifted to the Byzantines and ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. Following the Gallus revolt in 351 AD, Rome eventually renamed Judea to Syria Palaestinato erase Jewish connection to the land. Control shifted to the Byzantines and then the Muslims in the 7th century, significantly altering the religious and political landscape of Jerusalem. 2010 MASADA…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. In 132 AD, Simon Bar Kokhba led a major rebellion, utilizing underground tunnels and guerrilla warfare to ambush Roman forces. Viewed by many, including Rabbi Akiva ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. In 132 AD, Simon Bar Kokhba led a major rebellion, utilizing underground tunnels and guerrilla warfare to ambush Roman forces. Viewed by many, including Rabbi Akiva, as a Messiah, he established a short-lived administration that issued coins before Rome ruthlessly crushed the revolt and killed him at Betar. 1850 SIEGE JERUS…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. Hadrian rebuilt Jerusalem as Aelia Capitolina, dedicating it to Jupiter and banning the Jewish Temple to crush rebellious spirits. While Rome viewed Jewish monotheism ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. Hadrian rebuilt Jerusalem as Aelia Capitolina, dedicating it to Jupiter and banning the Jewish Temple to crush rebellious spirits. While Rome viewed Jewish monotheism with confusion, the Parthiansmaintained good relations with their Jewish population, who had helped them against Roman aggression. 1920 MASADA…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. During Trajan's campaign against Parthia, a coordinated Jewish revolt erupted across Libya, Egypt, and Cyprus. This massive insurgency threatened Rome's grain supply ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. During Trajan's campaign against Parthia, a coordinated Jewish revolt erupted across Libya, Egypt, and Cyprus. This massive insurgency threatened Rome's grain supply, forcing Trajan to divert troops. The suppression of this revolt devastated the historic Jewish community in Alexandria and strained Roman resources. 1843 MASA…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. Titus destroyed Jerusalem and the Second Temple in 70 AD, leaving the city in ruins and enslaving survivors. Rome established a permanent legion to ensure security. The ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. Titus destroyed Jerusalem and the Second Temple in 70 AD, leaving the city in ruins and enslaving survivors. Rome established a permanent legion to ensure security. The revolt concluded with the fall of Masada, where defenders largely committed suicide rather than surrender to the Roman governor. 1850 MASADA…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. Three Jewish factions fought for control of Jerusalem, destroying their own grain supplies and exacerbating the famine. While rebels used guerrilla tactics against Rome ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. Three Jewish factions fought for control of Jerusalem, destroying their own grain supplies and exacerbating the famine. While rebels used guerrilla tactics against Rome, Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai escaped in a coffin to preserve Judaism at Yavneh, and Christians reportedly fled to Pella for safety. 1492…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. Following Nero's suicide and the chaotic Year of the Four Emperors, Vespasian claimed the throne while his son Titus moved to besiege Jerusalem. The rebels believed their ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. Following Nero's suicide and the chaotic Year of the Four Emperors, Vespasian claimed the throne while his son Titus moved to besiege Jerusalem. The rebels believed their fortifications and supplies made the city impregnable, unaware that internal strife would soon undermine their defenses against Rome. 1492…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Barry Strauss. Josephus commanded the defense of Jotapata against Vespasian in 67 AD. After the city fell, he survived a mass suicide pact in a cave through luck or manipulation. He ...
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Professor Barry Strauss. Josephus commanded the defense of Jotapata against Vespasian in 67 AD. After the city fell, he survived a mass suicide pact in a cave through luck or manipulation. He saved his own life by prophesying Vespasianwould become emperor, defecting to the Roman side. 1492 JOSEPHUS FLAVIUS…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. After their defeat, Antony died in Cleopatra's arms. Cleopatra committed suicide to avoid Roman humiliation, ending the Ptolemaic dynasty. Octavian annexed Egypt, dismissing ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. After their defeat, Antony died in Cleopatra's arms. Cleopatra committed suicide to avoid Roman humiliation, ending the Ptolemaic dynasty. Octavian annexed Egypt, dismissing its religious traditions regarding the Apis Bull and exploiting the land solely as a grain source for the Roman Empire. 1900…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. Cleopatra seduced Mark Antony with a theatrical entrance as Aphrodite, securing a romantic and political partner. Antony relied on Egyptian wealth for his campaigns ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. Cleopatra seduced Mark Antony with a theatrical entrance as Aphrodite, securing a romantic and political partner. Antony relied on Egyptian wealth for his campaigns but suffered military setbacks, alienating Rome by adopting Eastern customs. Their union produced children and challenged Octavian's authority, leading to inev…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. Cleopatra VII aligned with Julius Caesar to secure her throne, using her intellect and charisma to win his support. During Caesar's defense against Egyptian forces ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. Cleopatra VII aligned with Julius Caesar to secure her throne, using her intellect and charisma to win his support. During Caesar's defense against Egyptian forces, he burned ships in the harbor, an inferno that accidentally spread to and destroyed the Great Library of Alexandria. 1892 CAIRO…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. The Ptolemies practiced sibling marriage, creating complex family rivalries. Powerful queens like Cleopatra I and III emerged as capable rulers who navigated civil wars ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. The Ptolemies practiced sibling marriage, creating complex family rivalries. Powerful queens like Cleopatra I and III emerged as capable rulers who navigated civil wars and stabilized the kingdom. Cleopatra III, in particular, was a formidable strategist who managed conflicting dynastic ambitions through force of personali…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. Egypt's wealth allowed the Ptolemies to hire mercenaries and engage in arms races involving African war elephants against Seleucid Indian elephants. Despite early military ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. Egypt's wealth allowed the Ptolemies to hire mercenaries and engage in arms races involving African war elephants against Seleucid Indian elephants. Despite early military successes like the Battle of Raphia, the dynasty began to decline with the accession of child kings like Ptolemy V, leading to internal factionalism. 18…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. The Ptolemies leveraged Egypt's grain and gold to build a prosperous economy. They constructed the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Museum, which attracted scholars ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. The Ptolemies leveraged Egypt's grain and gold to build a prosperous economy. They constructed the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Museum, which attracted scholars like Archimedes. Zenodotus, the first head librarian, invented bibliography to organize the Library's massive collection of scrolls. 1856 CLEOPATRA NEEDLE…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. Ptolemy I Soter, a scholar and general under Alexander, founded a dynasty by integrating Greek and Egyptian traditions. He appointed Egyptian advisors and created the ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. Ptolemy I Soter, a scholar and general under Alexander, founded a dynasty by integrating Greek and Egyptian traditions. He appointed Egyptian advisors and created the hybrid god Serapis to unify his subjects, successfully establishing a stable, wealthy empire that included Cyprus and parts of the Mediterranean. 1900 NILE…
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S8 Ep241: Professor Toby Wilkinson. Alexander the Great besieged Gaza, dragging its governor to death to mimic Achilles and signal his dominance. Seeking divine validation, he trekked to the Siwa Oasis ...
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Professor Toby Wilkinson. Alexander the Great besieged Gaza, dragging its governor to death to mimic Achilles and signal his dominance. Seeking divine validation, he trekked to the Siwa Oasis, where priests confirmed him as the son of Zeus Ammon. He later founded Alexandria, orienting Egypt toward the Mediterranean. 1842 EGYPT…
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S8 Ep240: PREVIEW THE PTOLEMAIC ARMS RACE: WAR ELEPHANTS AS ANCIENT BATTLE TANKS Colleague Professor Toby Wilkinson. Professor Wilkinson details the military "arms race" between the Ptolemies and Seleucids ...
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PREVIEW THE PTOLEMAIC ARMS RACE: WAR ELEPHANTS AS ANCIENT BATTLE TANKS Colleague Professor Toby Wilkinson. Professor Wilkinson details the military "arms race" between the Ptolemies and Seleucidsinvolving war elephants, the "battle tanks" of the ancient world. He explains how the Ptolemies utilized flighty Africanelephants against their rivals' Ind…
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S8 Ep240: PREVIEW CLEOPATRA III: A FORCE OF NATURE WITHIN THE PTOLEMAIC DYNASTY Colleague Professor Toby Wilkinson, Cambridge University. Wilkinson identifies Cleopatra III as a "force of nature" within ...
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PREVIEW CLEOPATRA III: A FORCE OF NATURE WITHIN THE PTOLEMAIC DYNASTY Colleague Professor Toby Wilkinson, Cambridge University. Wilkinson identifies Cleopatra III as a "force of nature" within the Ptolemaic dynasty. He highlights her strategic ability, absolute conviction, and sheer personality, suggesting she is the most fascinating figure for a d…
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S8 Ep240: PREVIEW PTOLEMY I: THE GENIUS WHO UNIFIED GREEK AND EGYPTIAN CULTURES Colleague Professor Toby Wilkinson. Wilkinson characterizes Ptolemy I as a genius who unified Greek and Egyptian cultures ...
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PREVIEW PTOLEMY I: THE GENIUS WHO UNIFIED GREEK AND EGYPTIAN CULTURES Colleague Professor Toby Wilkinson. Wilkinson characterizes Ptolemy I as a genius who unified Greek and Egyptian cultures following Alexander the Great's death. By employing diverse advisors and inventing the hybrid god Serapis, Ptolemy Isuccessfully forged a single identity from…
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S8 Ep239: PREVIEW; In this interview, historian James Tabor discusses his research into the historical identity of Jesus's biological father, as explored in his book The Lost Mary. He examines the ancient ...
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PREVIEW; In this interview, historian James Tabor discusses his research into the historical identity of Jesus's biological father, as explored in his book The Lost Mary. He examines the ancient name Pantera, which appears in early texts and has been linked to both the family of Joseph and a specific Roman soldier stationed in Germany. By analyzing…
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S8 Ep238: PREVIEW: This audio excerpt features an interview with Professor Barry Strauss regarding his book, which chronicles the Jewish rebellion against Roman authority during the first century. The ...
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PREVIEW: This audio excerpt features an interview with Professor Barry Strauss regarding his book, which chronicles the Jewish rebellion against Roman authority during the first century. The discussion focuses on the siege of Jerusalem in 70 AD, led by Titus, the son of Emperor Vespasian. Although the Jewish resistance considered their capital an i…
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Sen. Tim Kaine on military actions in Venezuela: 'It is completely unjustified'
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The U.S. military is continuing to strike suspected drug smuggling boats and seize oil tankers in an escalating pressure campaign against Venezuela's president, Nicolás Maduro.By WBUR & NPR
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Looking back on world events in 2025 — and ahead at 2026
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President Donald Trump dominated the news in 2025 and is expected to do the same next year.By WBUR & NPR
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The staggering impact of fast fashion on the planet
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Fast-fashion brands have only upped the production with ultra-fast fashion garments, made in as little as a week, full of plastics and short-lasting, now accounting for up to a third of the entire industry.By WBUR & NPR
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Georgetown professor Charles King tells the story in his book "Every Valley: The Desperate Lives and Troubled Times That Made Handel's Messiah."By WBUR & NPR
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Why many Jewish families order Chinese food on Christmas
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It's a holiday tradition for many Jewish families: ordering Chinese takeout on Christmas. How did this happen?By WBUR & NPR
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WBUR's Deborah Becker visits a community in the north of Italy, thought to be a model for these kinds of addiction treatment centers.By WBUR & NPR
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Remembering 'Call of Duty' co-creator Vince Zampella
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In the world of gaming, fans are mourning the loss of a true giant.By WBUR & NPR
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There has been a 19% drop in the number of international students arriving in the U.S. compared to last year.By WBUR & NPR
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Lawyer for Epstein victim describes 'initial victory' of files release turning to 'frustration'
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Attorney Jennifer Freeman explains why she's still pushing for justice for Maria Farmer, the first Epstein whistleblower, as the Justice Department is compelled to release all of its files about him.By WBUR & NPR
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The Federal Reserve is carefully balancing a cooling job market with inflation as it decides on interest rate cuts. Concerns about an AI bubble have grown.By WBUR & NPR
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Who's piloting the drug boats the Trump administration is bombing?
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The traffickers who transport cocaine to the U.S. from Colombia in high-speed boats can make up to $100,000 a day.By WBUR & NPR
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'A Charlie Brown Christmas' choir member looks back on iconic special
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A choir member who sang on the original recording of the soundtrack to "A Charlie Brown Christmas," which turns 60 this year, reminisces about the experience.By WBUR & NPR
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With the former dictator, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, gone, comedians in Syria see new opportunities for social critique, served with laughs. They have been putting together shows at cafes and clubs across Damascus. The World’s Shirin Jaafari reports on how these comedians are telling jokes that were unthinkable under the former regime. This …
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One-man show tackles creativity and mental illness with humor
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Sam Kissajukian’s “300 Paintings” is an exhilarating one-man show and art exhibition. It’s also a humorous meditation on life as a creative person with bipolar disorder. The Australian former standup comic speaks with The World’s Host Carolyn Beeler about his diagnosis and the six-month manic episode that changed his life. This story originally air…
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To English speakers, the word, "peanut" isn’t especially funny. But saying "peanut" in Serbian, "kikiriki," puts a smile on your face; Serbs consider it the funniest word in their language. But why is that the case? Psycholinguists have discovered some clues, as Patrick Cox reports. This story originally aired on June 30, 2023.…
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Zimbabwean comedian is making a splash in the US
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Learnmore Jonasi, from a small village in Zimbabwe, is making a name for himself on the US comedy scene. And yes, his first name really is Learnmore. Host Carol Hills speaks with the comedian. This story originally aired on Dec. 6, 2024.By Carol Hills
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Chinese 'open mic' events are more than just comedy
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There are plenty of jokes. And lots of laughs. But these Chinese-language open mic events are not just about stand-up comedy. The get-togethers are also place for activists to meet, get some group therapy and share pointed views on life back home in China. The World's Matthew Bell has our story. This story originally aired on July 4, 2025.…
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Vir Das is incredibly popular in India. Now, he's making a bigger and bigger name for himself outside the country, too. Reporter Sushmita Pathak was in the audience this fall when he performed during a residency at the Lincoln Center in New York City. This story originally aired on Nov. 5, 2025.By Sushmita Pathak
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A Saudi dissident weighs in on comedy controversy
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The Riyadh Comedy Festival this fall attracted top talent from the West. But it was no laughing matter for critics of the Saudi regime, who argued the festival helped Saudi Arabia whitewash its notorious human rights abuses. Host Marco Werman spoke with Abdullah Alaoudh, senior director on Countering Authoritarianism at the Middle Democracy East Ce…
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For this Ukrainian comic, standup is a defense mechanism
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Ukrainian comic Anton Tymoshenko is based in Kyiv, and since the start of the war, he's begun performing in both Ukrainian and English. Amid a groundswell of comedy in Ukraine, Tymoshenko has managed to cross over to reach a global, English-speaking audience. He says that for him, comedy is a way to process the war — it's also a defense mechanism, …
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