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Flight for Life is the heart-stopping account of one of the most gripping rescue missions in African history, told by a doctor involved in saving the lives of Nigerian workers who became victims of a tragic American chemical company explosion. Dr. Stewart and his colleague moved mountains and cut red tape to fly patients to one of the premiere burn centers in the United States.

For top blogger, Ty Alexander, the grieving process is one that she lives with day-to-day. Learning from the pain of losing her mother, Alexander connects with her listeners on a deeply emotional level in this debut audiobook. From grief counseling to sharing insightful true stories, Alexander offers comfort, reassurance, and hope in the face of sorrow. The pain of loss is universal; yet, we all grieve differently.

Ben Mattlin lives a normal, independent life. Why is that interesting? Because Mattlin was born with spinal muscular atrophy, a congenital weakness from which he was expected to die in childhood. Not only did Mattlin live through childhood, he became one of the first students in a wheelchair to attend Harvard, from which he graduated and became a professional writer. His advantage?

Alexander (better known as “Sasha”) and Ann Shulgin’s PiHKAL: A Chemical Love Story has become a foundational work in the genre and was the first book to fully impart the how-to chemistry, and convey the effects, of many of the entheogenic drugs that are currently being studied and used to heal trauma and deal with death.

In his memoir of an improbable start-up in public health, Ashok Alaxander writes about an organization with the audacious goal of ending needless deaths and sickness at scale, amongst India's poorest mothers and children. It is a great leap emboldened by an unshakable faith in the 'idea that...

Short Stories in Russian for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, a feeling of progress and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories are designed to give you a sense of achievement and a feeling of progress when listening. From science fiction to fantasy, to crime and thrillers, Short Stories in Russian for Beginners will make learning Russian easy and enjoyable.

Employers are increasingly recruiting their workers into politics to change elections and public policy - sometimes in coercive ways. Using a diverse array of evidence, including national surveys of workers and employers, as well as in-depth interviews with top corporate managers, Alexander Hertel-Fernandez's Politics at Work explains why mobilization of workers has become an appealing corporate political strategy in recent decades.

Transcribed from the original lectures recorded at San Francisco State University in 1987, The Nature of Drugs series highlights Shulgin’s engaging lecture style peppered with illuminating anecdotes and amusing asides. Ostensibly taught as an introductory course on drugs and biochemistry, these books serve as both a historical record of Shulgin’s teaching style and the culmination of his philosophy on drugs, psychopharmacology, states of consciousness, and societal and individual freedoms pertaining to their use, both medicinal and exploratory.

This war was not merely a time of destruction; it sparked a wave of creativity and innovation that transformed the world. It challenged individuals to think beyond the ordinary, enhancing their inventive skills. As a result, we now benefit from a wealth of new ideas and technologies. From lessons in thrift and efficiency to the importance of standardization, industries have evolved, and entrepreneurs recognize the value of scientific inquiry. While the full narrative of these advancements is far too expansive for just one book, I have carefully curated and explained the most significant and ...

The battle of Okinawa, a grueling three-month conflict spanning a 700-mile stretch from Formosa to Kyushu, involved over a million combatants, including Americans, Japanese, British, and native Okinawans. This monumental clash was not only the largest but also the most costly single operation of the Pacific War, rivaling the Normandy invasion that had occurred just months earlier. Throughout its 82 days of intense combat, the battle claimed an average of 3,000 lives daily—both from the fighting forces and tragic non-combatants. (Joseph H. Alexander)

Tarawa Atoll, located 2085 miles southwest of Pearl Harbor and 540 miles southeast of Kwajalein in the Marshalls, is home to Betio, its principal island. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Japanese swiftly captured Tarawa from the British within just three days. In August 1943, Vice Admiral Raymond A. Spruance traveled to New Zealand to meet in secrecy with Major General Julian C. Smith and his senior staff. During this pivotal meeting, Spruance instructed the Marines to prepare for an amphibious assault on Japanese positions in the Gilbert Islands come November. Lieutenant Colonel ...

Off Topic Podcast is a raw, unfiltered conversation space where real life gets discussed without sugarcoating. It dives into uncomfortable, controversial, and triggering topics—relationships, dating culture, accountability, trauma, and hard truths people usually avoid. The goal isn’t to be polished or politically correct, but to be honest, candid, and real. Say it. Mean it.

This compelling study explores the prevalence of war in Europe from 1400 to the present day. Through a comprehensive summary of historical periods of peace and conflict, as informed by discussions with historians, it seeks to answer whether the frequency and intensity of national conflicts are truly declining. Additionally, the book investigates how these periods of war relate to broader social trends, offering insightful perspectives on the dynamics of human history. - Summary by Leon Harvey

Bonjour! This is the perfect podcast if you're starting to learn French from the beginning. Every podcast episode is designed so that you can learn by listening. I use the highest quality French language and expressions taught by the Academy of the French language but I also add a bit of slang and everyday language and expressions. Subscribe and feel free to reach out!

SPICK liefert Kindern und Jugendlichen seit über 40 Jahren Lesefreude und vermittelt Monat für Monat spannende, unterhaltsame und lehrreiche Inhalte. Mit dem SPICK-Podcast für Eltern teilen die Lerntherapeutin Esther Volz und der Kinder- und Jugendbuchautor Alexander Volz regelmässig Gedanken, Tipps und Anregungen, wie du deine Bindung zu deinem Kind stärken kannst, ihm helfen kannst, mit Stress umzugehen und sein Selbstwertgefühl zu steigern. Aber es geht nicht nur um deine Beziehung zu deinem Kind, sondern auch um deine Beziehung zu dir selbst.

Gareth Wyn Jones tells it how it is in British farming. No filter, no jargon, no spin (no bullshit) – just honest conversations about the issues that matter, from the best machinery to government policy and whether farmers should down tools and strike.With his huge social media following Gareth brings his trademark blend of passion, humour, and straight-talking Welsh grit to the debates shaping the future of our countryside.If you eat food, you need to hear this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Verhalen, verhalen en nog eens verhalen. Zolang ze waargebeurd en persoonlijk zijn. 10 gasten komen bij cabaretier en stemacteur Alexander Peeters op bezoek in zijn glitterbox en vertellen anekdotes met de verhaalbokaal. Elke dinsdag een nieuwe aflevering!

America's blueprint for mass education has been followed across the globe - yet international student assessments show that achievement varies sharply, with the US and much of Europe typically scoring average at best. Not surprisingly, this state of affairs has sparked anxieties about an educational crisis. The problem, if there is one, is highly complex, and in these 24 thought-provoking lectures led by an associate professor of comparative and international education, you'll take a meaningful look at education around the world to understand why.

In an era of exponentially evolving AI and robotics, one question looms large: Will humanity make it? Love Conquers Fear is a podcast where leadership meets love, technology serves humanity, and vision becomes action. Host Brett Alexander Hurt—tech entrepreneur and investor—sits down with some of the world’s most influential people to ask: Will we unite to create the Age of Abundance for All? These conversations are calls to action, awakening leaders everywhere to rise and help humanity choose the Light.

Weil Schweigen keine Option ist. Begleite mich und meine Gäste im laufe dieser Reise durch die verschiedensten Themenbereiche. Euch erwarten spannende Gespräche und interessante Geschichten. Mit einer gepflegten Portion Humor, Kritik und Wirkung. Darum taucht ein in eine völlig neue und spannende Welt der Unterhaltung mit mir als eurem Host: Seid gespannt was noch auf euch zukommt.