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In this engaging discussion, comedian and writer Jamie Loftus dives into the incredible story of Nonhelema, the formidable Shawnee warrior woman who led her people against colonial forces. Jamie and Margaret explore how Nonhelema emerged as a war chief and her pivotal role at the Battle of Bushy Run. They dissect biased historical narratives and the challenges she faced, including her eventual decision for peace amidst conflict. The conversation reveals the complexities of indigenous resistance and the legacies of women often overlooked in history.

Jamie Loftus, a comedian and podcaster, dives into the incredible story of Nonhelema, a formidable Shawnee warrior leading resistance against colonial powers. They discuss the complex social and political structures of the Shawnee, contrasting their ceremonial warfare with European tactics. Loftus elaborates on how Eurocentric narratives have distorted Nonhelema's legacy and highlights her role in the broader context of Indigenous resistance during the tumultuous 18th century. The conversation promises an engaging continuation of Nonhelema's transformative journey.

Join Robert as Trant, a bomb-obsessed alchemist, and Squash, the brash swashbuckler, in a thrilling adventure through the mystical Bog Bottom. They tackle undead skeletons with explosive flair and grappling tactics, showcasing their unique play styles. The duo navigates tense moments, from shattering zombies to wrestling a giant slurk, while working to save the villagers with a magical antidote. Unexpected twists hint at deeper, darker threats lurking in the swamps, promising more action to come!

Margaret continues her talk with Hazel about how the Romans were stopped from conquering Germania and how a bunch of terrible people are excited about it. Sources: https://www.thecollector.com/teutonic-meaning/ https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/world-population-by-year/  https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-ambush-that-changed-history-72636736/?c=y&page=3 https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/new-excavation-will-examine-germanys-legendary-founding-battle-180964235/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/sculpted-horse-head-complicates-legendary-roman-conquest-german-barbarians-180970077/ https://archaeology.org/issues/online/collection/germany-roman-town-waldgirmes/ https://web.archive.org/web/20110714211343/http://www.nujournal.com/page/content.detail/id/509454.html https://warfarehistorynetwork.com/article/havoc-in-the-teutoburger-forest/ https://web.archive.org/web/20140428164647/http://www.livius.org/q/quinctilius/varus.htmlhttps://www.jstor.org/stable/3567880 https://the-past.com/feature/arminius-hitlers-barbarian-hero/ https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/The_Annals_(Tacitus)/Book_2#88See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hazel Acacia, a dynamic performer known as Murdegana on the Coolzone Media Book Club, joins the discussion about the pivotal Battle of Teutoburg Forest. They explore how this historical event thwarted Roman expansion into Germania and the modern controversies surrounding Arminius, the battle's cunning leader. The conversation delves into ancient perceptions of Germania, the biases in Roman accounts, and the cultural implications of Roman ambition in the region. Hazel and Margaret also address the uncomfortable legacy of this history as it was appropriated by extremist groups.

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Margaret continues talking with Io about the Iceni revolt of 61 AD that almost drove Rome out of Britain. Sources: https://www.jstor.org/stable/4434717 https://ul.qucosa.de/api/qucosa%3A31804/attachment/ATT-0/ https://web.archive.org/web/20120612044230/http://www.britarch.ac.uk/ba/ba83/feat3.shtml https://penelope.uchicago.edu/Thayer/E/Roman/Texts/Cassius_Dio/62*.html#2 https://www.perseus.tufts.edu/hopper/text?doc=Perseus%3Atext%3A1999.02.0078%3Abook%3D14%3Achapter%3D32 https://historyandarchaeologyonline.com/the-evidence-for-the-historical-boudica%ef%bf%bc%ef%bf%bc/ https://vridar.org/2018/05/07/doing-history-how-do-we-know-queen-boadicea-boudicca-existed/ https://www.jstor.org/stable/25471937 http://simoneparrish.com/2016/07/how-i-woad-using-woad-for-body-painting/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explore the fierce Iceni revolt of 61 AD, led by the legendary Boudicca, who sought to drive the Romans from Britain. Delve into the complexities of historical sources portraying her story and the brutal Roman conquests. Discover the cultural backdrop of the Celts, Druid practices, and how Boudicca's personal tragedies sparked a widespread uprising. Learn about the burning of key cities like Londinium and the eventual downfall of the rebellion, alongside the lasting impact of her legacy as an anti-colonial icon.

In this engaging session, Jason Buhlman, Director of Games at Paizo and a skilled game master, leads the party into the treacherous Bogbottom swamp. They face off against creepy beetles and a massive monitor lizard, debating whether to sneak by or launch a fiery attack. Tension rises as they confront lurking boggards and rescue unconscious villagers from a perilous cage. A mysterious fungus adds urgency to their mission, showcasing both clever strategy and teamwork. Jason's expertise brings the adventure to life with twists at every turn!

Margaret continues her talk with to Gabriel Dunn about the gender deviants of the ancient world and how basically nothing ever changes. Sources: https://arkeonews.net/getting-to-know-matar-kubilea/ https://history.stackexchange.com/questions/56909/what-is-the-difference-between-galli-and-metragyrtai http://www.thehypertexts.com/Epigram%20History%20and%20Examples.htm https://www.poemhunter.com/poem/boadicea/ https://s3.amazonaws.com/arena-attachments/539632/d6348aa09f4510eb5704b6da501f9e7d.pdf https://www.oldest.org/culture/civilizations/ https://www.academuseducation.co.uk/post/ancient-mesopotamian-transgender-and-non-binary-identities https://www.apsu.edu/philomathes/MattinglyPhilomathesONLINE2023.pdfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.