Left Unread

Left Unread
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Jun 19, 2025 • 1h 22min

158. El Cid and the Enduring Culture Myth of the Reconquista I: al-Andalus

The discussion ventures into 11th-century Iberia, spotlighting the legendary figure El Cid. The hosts unravel the intricate political tapestry of Islamic rule and emerging Christian kingdoms. They explore cultural advances in Al-Andalus, including language and arts. Engaging anecdotes depict the pragmatic cooperation and conflicts between Muslims and Christians. The evolution of the Christian kingdoms amidst this turmoil creates a vibrant backdrop for El Cid's tumultuous career, setting the stage for future installments.
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May 31, 2025 • 1h 4min

157. EPIC-ly Based

This week we discuss the proposed EPIC City development in North Texas, and the political and social fallout surrounding that. We also touch on the continuing decline of embattled PA Senator John Fetterman, and our love of Crusader Kings III. Please consider checking out our Patreon if you're interested in funding our research: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who share their music here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com :)
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May 16, 2025 • 1h 5min

156. The King of the Mole People

Get ready. The Great Mole Emergence is Nigh!   If you're interested in subscribing to our Patreon, you can find all relevant info here: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have tons of great tunes available here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com :)
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May 1, 2025 • 1h 13min

155. The Roanoke Mystery II: The Disappearing Colony

This week, in Part 2 of Cam’s look at the Roanoke Colony, we discuss the realities of colonial life in the Americas, the impact on both the indigenous local peoples and the colonists, and the mysterious disappearance of the Colony, which has never been solved. Please consider donating to our Patreon, if you are with extra and would like to help fund our glorious cause: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @gluten_yung @poorfidalgo Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have tons of cool music for sale here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com Luv u ;)
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Apr 16, 2025 • 1h 3min

154. We've Fallen for One of the Classic Blunders

Never get involved in a trade war in Asia. This week is all about tariffs, growing international antagonism by the Trump administration with a particular focus on China, deportations to Salvadoran prisons, and attempts to force leading US Universities to capitulate to presidential demands. It's fun stuff, folks. Please consider visiting our Patreon site if you find yourself in a position to support the show with a small donation: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who hawk their fabulous wares here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com ;)
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Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 22min

153. The Roanoke Mystery I: Sir Humphrey Hatches a Plan

This week, we head back to the fabled Age of Exploration, when European monarchs were just catching on to the notion that it might be nice to try and exploit the entire world for financial gain. Using the famed disappearance of the Roanoke Colony as our centerpiece, we will explore the social, religious, and economic circumstances surrounding this time period, before digging in to the actual mystery in Part II next week. Please consider supporting our Patreon, which can be found here: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who offer tons of great tunes here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com :)
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Mar 20, 2025 • 1h 7min

152. Toilet Nachos

This week, we discuss the inevitable end to the ceasefire in Gaza, the pending increase in the amount of waste allowable in drinking water, how easy it is to make a delicious meal in a hotel bathroom, and much MUCH more! Please consider donating to our patreon: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @gluten_yung @poorfidalgo Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of the inimitable Interesting Times Gang, who offer tons of tunes here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com :)
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Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 41min

151. Ancient Mysteries VIII: The Eastern Cults in Britannia and the Rise of Monotheism

Don your ceremonial garb, fanatics, and once more drink of the kykeon. We are again descending into the hallowed sacrificial caverns to explore the nature of the mystery cults on the island of Britannia, and then we shall explore how the cults of the ancient world would give way to the rise of monotheism. You may once again streak across the night sky in the Mithraic chariot on Twitter: @leftunreadpod (Twitter and Instagram) @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung You can subscribe to us on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/LeftUnread You can reach out to us at leftunreadpod@gmail.com. Suggestions, questions, and hate mail welcome. Theme music by Interesting Times Gang. Check them out at: itgang.bandcamp.com
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Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 7min

150. And That's the Bottom Line...

...BECAUSE STONE COLD SAID SO. Elon Musk is the worst guy ever. If you agree, please consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have many cool tunes available here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com \m/(>_<)\m/
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Feb 17, 2025 • 1h 10min

149. The Feast of St. Valentine

This week, we discuss restaurant grease traps, the joys of Valentine's Day, Elon Musk's juvenile human shield, and we also say 'obsequious' a lot. Like during editing I realized it's kind of egregious. If you guys correctly count how many times we say it Evan won't go into the light. P.S. The music is bad on purpose in this one I swear. We do have a Patreon, if you're interested in funding out extravagant lifestyle and intense travel schedule: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: leftunreadpod@gmail.com Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have tons of great stuff available here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com \m/(>_<)\m/

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