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What does the word 'community' mean to you? An homogenous group of people united by faith, sexuality or another form of identity? Or perhaps it's about the place you grew up, or the people you work with? Recovering Community is a podcast series from the University of Glasgow's School of Social and Political Sciences about community; what it means; how it's formed and how it is rebuilt. Les Back is joined by academics, campaigners, volunteers and artists to talk about how communities respond to social and economic change, who belongs and who is excluded and what this tells us about some of our ...

Imagine a museum of the future, made up entirely of the stories we tell each other. Which stories would resonate with you? Which ones will last? And which will go on to shape how we live our lives, now and in the future? Introducing Artifactuality, a podcast series featuring remarkable stories generously shared with the Canadian Museum of History. Hosted by acclaimed novelist Kim Thúy, each episode is an audio time capsule of a part of Canadian history told in the voices of the people who lived it. The series is produced by Antica Productions. French versioning by Power of Babel. https://...

This podcast aims to offer practical advice to healthcare providers and scientists to operate more sustainably. Hosts Alex and Luke interview a new guest on each episode with a particular expertise, from recycling providers and sustainable manufacturers to scientists and healthcare professionals with a passion for carbon reduction. Each episode gives insights into the challenges and developments in the industry with the aim of spreading sustainability tips and initiatives to benefit the industries and environment.

John Denver was a musician with a roving free spirit. He left on a jet plane and promised to be back again. Just like the seasons, he went through plenty of changes, but he always returned to the source of his inspiration. John Denver was inspired by nature and the love of life in general. He wrote songs about how sunshine made him happy, and how the natural disposition of Mother Earth made him high.

Association de podcast de Sciences Po Lyon sur le campus de Saint-Etienne. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Explore the captivating history of the Culper Ring! Spying and warfare have always gone hand-in-hand. From Julius Caesar to modern generals, we have accounts of commanders covertly gathering information about their opponents, ensuring they have the intelligence they need to conduct a war. George Washington was not late to realize he needed a spy ring to defeat the British in the American Revolution. So, the Culper Ring was created, and their work during the American Revolutionary War was carried out in the shadows, often informally, and with a great deal of care for secrecy.

The story of Nostradamus is tougher to determine than one would have ever imagined. By the end of this audiobook, you will have hopefully been able to piece together some of the answers to the questions you have about the individual known simply as Nostradamus.

Not for the faint-hearted, History After Dark gets spicy, digs in the dirt and talks about topics not suitable for the dinner table all with a big dose of humour and the odd swear word...or two!So, put in your headphones and enjoy this alternative look at history with your hosts Philippa Brewell (British History), Dr Kat (Reading the Past) and Catherine Brooks (The Tudor Tracker). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this audiobook you’ll learn all about Native American herbalism to improve your health, wellness, and vitality with indigenous healing practices, medicinal plants, natural herbs, and herbalist remedies.

Brazil has a rich and complicated history that few outside South America know about. It leads the world in some of the most profitable exports (gold, sugar, oil, and coffee), yet Brazil has one of the largest wealth disparities in the world, being known for crime and poverty.

Today, the United States of America is one of the largest countries in the world. Comprised of 50 states, this huge nation is filled with diverse topography, as well as a variety of flora and fauna. Not only that, but the USA is also home to a huge population with diverse ethnic backgrounds. A vast number of the white population are the descendants of the European colonists and settlers who ultimately conquered the land, dominating the Native Americans who were the original inhabitants of the land. If you want to learn more about the American Indian Wars, listen to this audiobook!

Two science communicators talk about all of the weird science you never learned in school. We'll talk about recent news in the world of science and medicine, controversies, conspiracies, and more – and you can look forward to a steady stream of expert guests who will be joining us to talk about everything from A (for aliens) to Z (for zombie apocalypses). If you’re curious about science beyond what you once learned in the classroom – no matter how long ago you left school – this podcast is for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

India has a rich history covering thousands of years, civilizations, the rise of religions and empires, British rule, revolution, independence, and much more. In this book, we explore the magnificent history of India, from its ancient origins to its renaissance and concluding with its independence as a free nation. While there are many books that explore India’s unique history, few are enjoyable. Most books are hopelessly dry, academic, and downright difficult to follow. This concise history will respect your time by getting right to the point and giving you what you came to learn.

Cleopatra was a descendant of Ptolemy I Soter, a general who served the legendary Macedonian king Alexander the Great. She reigned over Egypt for nearly 21 years, and she first stepped onto the throne when she was just 18 years old. Her life was full of challenges and treacherous events, but she proved to be one of the most important figures in ancient history. Most historians who wrote about her were heavily influenced by the Romans, who had managed to erase her side of the story. In this audiobook, you will discover the truth about the last pharaoh of ancient Egypt.

Listen to this audiobook now if you want to learn more about the French Revolution! Includes two audiobooks in one.

Have you ever wondered why the Mali Empire was so wealthy and well-known? Find your answer in our guide about the Mali Empire, and learn about its foundation and rise to fame under Mansa Musa. Within this audiobook, you’ll listen to the humble beginnings and hardships that befell Sundiata Keita as he founded the Mali Empire. His thrilling story leads into how the empire was structured and its early laws and customs.

The land between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers is called the “cradle of civilization”, and for good reason! Although Mesopotamia’s first civilization, Sumer, developed parallel with those of Egypt and nearby Elam, it was a place of many firsts for humanity. Some of them are well known, such as the wheel and the writing script. But it was the ancient Mesopotamians who first came up with the concept of time, the mathematical sexagesimal system, and a calendar with 12 months.

The Battle of the Little Bighorn, which is also commonly referred to by American historians as Custer’s Last Stand, is one of the most iconic events during the Great Sioux War that occurred between 1875 and 1876. The war itself became widespread among other tribes within the surrounding regions of the Black Hills territory of present-day South Dakota after conflicts started between the U.S government and the local Lakota and Cheyenne tribes in 1854, which lasted all the way to 1890.

Follow Joan's awe-inspiring transformation from an unlikely warrior to a revered military commander, defying societal norms and facing insurmountable odds. With unwavering faith and unyielding determination, she rallies the French troops, inspiring them with her fervor and strategic brilliance. As Joan's legend grows, so too, does the complexity of her world. Navigate the treacherous political landscape of medieval Europe, where allegiances shift, betrayals abound, and the consequences of her actions have far-reaching implications.

During 1915 to 1923, one and a half million Armenian people were deported and killed in the most appalling ways comprehensible. They were ripped from their homes (in a land where they had lived for longer than history can tell, a land so old that many speculate it was the site of the biblical Garden of Eden) and sent off on death marches across the blistering Syrian Desert. They were shot on the thresholds of the houses where they were raising their children. They were butchered with swords in gruesome ways in order to dishearten those left alive.