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An excellent, well-explained, beautifully illustrated series compiled to provide answers to interesting questions posed by curious children regarding the hows, whens, whats and whys of a wide range of diverse subjects related to the world around them. The simplicity of language makes each audiobook of the series all the more appealing.

Groundbreaking transgender actress Alexandra Billings is “Davina”, Maura Pfefferman’s mentor, inspiration, and best friend. Alexandra discusses her own experiences while transitioning in the late 1970s, what it was like to be the first trans woman to play a transgender character on TV, and how an episode of The Phil Donahue Show may well have saved her life.

From an Oscar winner to a bomb disposal expert, Dermot O’Leary interviews people who have lived fascinating lives. He talks to some of the biggest names in the business in TV and film, music, books, sport, fashion and politics. Plus he finds out about the lives and careers of those who don’t always have the spotlight on them. If they’ve led an interesting life, then consider them booked!

Warning: strong language and adult content.

What’s the biggest threat to America today? Why are gun rights human rights? And why do so many Christians behave in such un-Christian ways? Graham Allen has the answers. With over two billion views online, the social media star has given a voice to those who feel silenced by the mainstream media and pop culture. Now, with America 3:16, Graham shares a deeper look at the life events that shaped his philosophy on Christianity, politics, family, and country.

From beloved indie musician Andrew McMahon comes a searingly honest and beautifully written memoir about the challenges and triumphs of his life and career, as seen through the lens of his personal connection to three pianos. Andrew McMahon grew up in sunny Southern California as a child prodigy...

Signing a record deal at the age of 17 is something Alex didn’t plan for, but it sets him on a path that will bring him tantalisingly close to fame, not once, but three and a half times over the next 7 years. Things don't always go as planned as he ditches school and jumps from US record deals to UK TV appearances, even joining a boy band in his epic quest for fame. Three And A Half Minutes of Fame is an authentic look back at the 90s, the last decade before social media, seen from the experiences of an Essex boy with a dream.

In 1980, Jerry A. formed Poison Idea, a Portland-based punk band that gave voice to disaffected and disenfranchised youth for over thirty years. As happened to so many punk bands, Jerry A. and Poison Idea also went all in on drugs and drinking as they toured the country, spiraling out of control and blowing both the band and their lives apart.

Tina Cole has been a performer since she was old enough to walk and talk. She was brought up in the limelight of her famous parents: musician, Buddy Cole and Yvonne King of the singing King Sisters. Tina made her mark on the television world starring on the series Hawaiian Eye at the age of 19 and continued to perform on television with her famous family, The King Family on ABC. Tina became a national sensation when she joined the cast of “My Three Sons” as Katie Douglas and fans of the show fell In love with her.

她不是甄嬛，被逼着才学会了后宫权谋；她不是武后，利用男人的弱点成就自己；她是吕雉，一生看准了一个男人，然后把他扶上了皇帝宝座。…… 她不是甄嬛，被逼著才學會了後宮權謀；她不是武后，利用男人的弱點成就自己；她是呂雉，一生看准了一個男人，然後把他扶上了皇帝寶座。

Greg Mortenson has built a global reputation as a selfless humanitarian and children’s crusader, and he’s been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. He is also not what he appears to be. As acclaimed author Jon Krakauer discovered, Mortenson has not only fabricated substantial parts of his...

After twenty years on the road, Eric Krasno has spent time sharing stories with countless artists — and these conversations have become some of his most cherished memories. In Eric Krasno Plus One, the audience is invited to join moments like these in podcast form—topics range from early inspirations to discussions about the state of the music industry, to the challenges of life on the road, backstage shenanigans, and much more.

"சலீம் அலி" இவரின் வாழ்க்கையில் நடந்த திருப்புமுனையைப் பற்றி விறுவிறுப்பாக விவரிக்கும் ஒலிநூல் இது.

A stunning cultural biography of De La Soul, the era-defining hip-hop trio that touched millions of lives and changed rap forever. De La Soul burst onto the scene with the release of their groundbreaking 1989 album 3 Feet High & Rising, an “anything goes” hip-hop masterpiece hailed as a new...

What would Jonathan Agnew do if he wasn't a cricket commentator? Who would play Romesh Ranganathan in a film of his life? What's the naughtiest thing Sara Pascoe did as a child? It's not what you know, but who you know that matters... and indeed, how well you know them. The show is a bit like...

Red Diaper Baby includes three comic autobiographical monologues by performer Josh Kornbluth: "The Mathematics of Change", "Haiku Tunnel", and the title piece. Together, and with the author's introduction, the monologues compose a bildungsroman that is both comic and poignant. Kornbluth shows a deep affection for the wild, eccentric characters who people his universe. With a few deft strokes he paints unforgettable portraits, as true as they are funny.

Victoria Coren Mitchell meets some fascinating women to explore the journeys they have made in the cars that they have known - and the sorts of things they shout in traffic. Hear what Dawn wrote on the back of her first car; find out which comedian totalled her beloved Cortina; and discover the...

Bestselling author A. E. Hotchner's intimate account of his 53-year friendship with his pal Paul Newman. A. E. Hotchner first met Paul Newman in 1955 when the virtually unknown actor assumed the lead role in Hotchner’s first television play, based on an Ernest Hemingway story. The project...

베토벤이 젊은이였을 때, 대단한 피아니스트이자 작곡가로 이름을 떨쳤죠. 하지만 행복하게 살지는 못했어요. 독일 도시 본에서 태어나 일곱 살 때 첫 공개 콘서트를 열었는데요. 아버지가 아주 엄격해서 매일 몇 시간동안이나 연습하도록 시켰다고 해요. 20대가 되어 이미 유명해져 있을 때는 청력을 잃기 시작했고요. 그런 위대한 음악가에게 그게 얼마나 끔찍한 일일지 상상해 보세요: 그에게 음악 소리가 점점 약해지더니, 마침내 거의 하나도 들리지 않게 된 거예요. 이제 자기가 연주하는 소리를 들으려고 불쌍한 피아노를 점점 더 세게 내리치게 됐답니다. 성격도 나빠지고요!

The third part of our Hall of Fame spotlight on Frank Sinatra's legendary career with host Wink Martindale continues the story of the artist who remains an internationally known icon. We dig deeper into the songs and soundtrack of Frank's career as told by friends and family, those who knew him best, including Nelson Riddle, Gordon McRae, and a large selection of songwriters who collaborated with Sinatra.