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Jun 11, 2025 • 47min

Joan of Arc | Trial by Fire | 3

Joan of Arc faces disappointment as her march on Paris fails. Determined to drive the English out, she returns to battle but is captured during a fierce fight at Compiègne. The podcast recounts her harrowing captivity and the psychological trauma she endures. As she stands trial, Joan defies a hostile court, clinging to her faith despite relentless interrogation. The discussion highlights the social implications of her gender and the political motives behind her condemnation, preserving her legacy for future generations.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 46min

Joan of Arc | The Girl Who Made a King | 2

Joan of Arc's journey takes a dramatic turn as she successfully liberates Orléans and stands by Charles for his crowning. Her bold leadership inspires French troops in the turbulent Hundred Years' War. The spiritual implications of royal rituals are examined, alongside Joans's ambitious march on Paris amidst rising tensions. As she faces the chaotic challenges of battle and societal pressures, her unwavering courage shines through. The narrative highlights her transformation from military savior to a divine crusader, uniting France against the English threat.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 6min

Wondery Presents: How to Survive Against the Odds

Explore gut-wrenching survival stories as you navigate extreme scenarios like being adrift at sea or facing a bear attack. Discover physiological responses and mental strategies crucial for staying alive. Learn how to cure turtle meat and procure water in the open ocean, and the best tactics for encountering different bears. Hear about a gripping earthquake survival tale that highlights quick thinking and mental fortitude. This guide arms you with indispensable wisdom for defying nature's fiercest challenges!
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May 28, 2025 • 48min

Joan of Arc | The Maid of Orleans | 1

Explore the extraordinary journey of a young girl who claimed to hear the voices of saints, urging her to save France. Delve into the complexities of her life as she defies societal norms and battles against the backdrop of the Hundred Years' War. Discover how her divine visions inspired her to unite a fractured nation and lead her people to victory at the Siege of Orléans. Unravel the legacy of a fierce warrior who changed history, challenging gender roles and igniting hope in tumultuous times.
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May 21, 2025 • 44min

Stalin | The Stain of Stalin | 4

Dive into the chilling world of Stalin's reign, where paranoia and terror shaped everyday life. Discover how his oppressive strategies created a culture of fear, leaving a tangled legacy after his death. Explore the chaotic power struggles that followed, including Khrushchev's bold denunciation and the ongoing impact on modern Russia. Examine the paradox of Stalin's contributions versus the human rights abuses. Unravel the psychological tactics leaders still use to maintain power while questioning why such figures still hold sway in society.
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May 14, 2025 • 44min

Stalin | Fighting Hitler | 3

Dive into Stalin's tumultuous leadership during World War II, as he grapples with the shock of Hitler's betrayal and the chaos that ensues. Discover the extraordinary patriotism that galvanizes the Soviet people amidst brutality. Explore the personal toll on Stalin, including the tragedy of his son, and the harsh decisions he faced. Unravel the staggering loss of life in the Soviet Union and its implications for modern geopolitics. Finally, witness the birth of the Cold War and the Iron Curtain, reshaping global alliances.
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May 7, 2025 • 43min

Stalin | The Terror | 2

Delve into the shadowy rise of Stalin, starting from his unpopularity to becoming Lenin's right hand. Witness the fierce power struggles with Trotsky and the ruthless tactics used for consolidation. Hear chilling accounts of the human cost brought by collectivization and Stalin's oppressive rule, particularly the devastating Holodomor famine. Explore the unsettling alliance between Stalin and Hitler, a miscalculation that would have dire implications as World War II loomed on the horizon.
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Apr 30, 2025 • 43min

Stalin | The Georgian Bandit | 1

Delve into the tumultuous early life of Joseph Stalin, shaped by a violent childhood and the challenges of growing up in Georgia. Witness his transformation from a seminary student to a fervent revolutionary, driven by personal tragedies and a burning desire for power. Explore the complexities of his dual identity as both a poet and a dictator, and consider the psychological allure of authoritarian figures. This engaging narrative uncovers the solitude and ambition that propelled Stalin during Russia's revolutionary upheaval.
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Apr 23, 2025 • 48min

Freud | Goodnight Vienna | 4

After his beloved daughter, Anna, is taken by the Gestapo, Freud is finally persuaded to leave Vienna. He arrives in England to a rapturous welcome and starts seeing patients. Tragically though, his illness catches up with him and he dies just before WWII breaks out. How do we evaluate the legacy of the man who took us inside our own heads? Are his ideas still relevant? Psychoanalysts and Freud experts, Dr Susie Orbach and Professor Brett Kahr, join the discussion.Listen to Legacy on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge episodes early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/legacy now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Apr 16, 2025 • 47min

Freud | Battle of The Egos | 3

In this fascinating discussion, Brett Carr, a psychoanalyst and esteemed Freud scholar, navigates the turbulent relationship between Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. Carr highlights the ideological rifts that became apparent during Freud's rise to fame and examines the controversial cases that shaped psychoanalysis. The conversation also delves into the psychological impacts of World War I on Freud, particularly his evolving theories and personal struggles, all while the ominous shadow of the Nazis loomed over Vienna.

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