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Mar 18, 2024 • 59min
Eleanor Roosevelt
Delve into Eleanor Roosevelt's fascinating life, from her activism as First Lady to her unconventional marriage with FDR. Explore her impact on human rights, her media presence, and her enduring legacy in civil rights and women's rights advocacy.
Mar 17, 2024 • 52min
St Patrick (Repeat)
Explore the privileged upbringing and rebellious phase of St. Patrick, his daring escape from slavery in Ireland, and his mission to spread Christianity. Learn about the evolution of St. Patrick's Day and its significance in Irish culture.
Mar 11, 2024 • 57min
The Real Pirates of the Caribbean
Explore the rise and fall of Caribbean pirates, from privateers to infamous buccaneers. Learn about the democratic nature of pirate ships, their laws at sea, and the governance structure onboard during the golden age of piracy. Discover the demise of Blackbeard, the capture of Steed Bonnet, and the harsh sentencing of over 400 men, marking the end of an era in the Caribbean's pirate history.
Mar 6, 2024 • 52min
The French Revolution, Part 2 of 2
Explore the fall of the French monarchy, the execution of Louis XVI, and the rise of extreme factions during the Reign of Terror. Discover the clash of ideologies between Robespierre and Donton, leading to Napoleon's rise to power. Evaluate the lasting impact of the Revolution on religion, timekeeping, and human rights frameworks.
Mar 4, 2024 • 52min
The French Revolution, Part 1 of 2
Delving into the French Revolution, the podcast explores key events like the Flight to Varen, struggles of female leaders, the Storming of the Bastille, and King Louis XVI's tumultuous reign. It vividly portrays the global impact, noble ideals, brutal methods, social challenges, and the emergence of ordinary people asserting their rights in a period of revolutionary chaos.
Feb 26, 2024 • 52min
River Nile
Explore the historical significance of the River Nile and the cultures that have grown around it. From British explorers facing challenges to the cunning tactics of historical figures, discover the tales of exploration, betrayal, and power dynamics intertwined with this iconic river.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 55min
Industrial Revolution
Explore the transition of Britain from an agricultural nation to a global industrial power during the 18th century, the impact of Francis Bacon's scientific philosophy on material progress, innovations and collaborations in the Industrial Revolution, challenges faced by workers, and the enduring effects on society.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 48min
The Ninja
Explore the true story of the Ninja, from their origins as spies to their modern cultural significance. Learn about their thrilling adventures, the rise of the Ninja during feudal Japan, the emergence of the independent community of farmers known as the Icky, the practices of Shugendo and their connection to ninja techniques, debunking popular myths surrounding the Ninja, and the tactics and behavior of ninja spies during Japan's warring states period.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 55min
Michelangelo
Michelangelo, one of the greatest artists of his time, navigated powerful dynasties, religious upheavals, and professional rivalries to ensure art was always the center of his life. His relationships with da Vinci and Raphael influenced him. This podcast explores his determination, early life, turbulent times, portrayal of women, controversial artwork, and his multifaceted artistic career.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 58min
Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria, beloved monarch, held much power in Britain. Explore her challenges, upbringing, the Great Exhibition of 1851, mourning to freedom, her close relationship with Abdul Karim, and her impact on the monarchy.
