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The definitive behind-the-scenes history of the dawn of video games and their rise into a multibillion-dollar business “For industry insiders and game players alike, this book is a must-have.”—Mark Turmell, designer for Midway Games and creator of NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, and WrestleMania ...

Reality feels solid. Predictable. Obvious.Beyond the Obvious is a cinematic documentary podcast that journeys into places where those assumptions quietly fall apart.From gravity-defying hills and mysterious roadside attractions to natural phenomena, strange science, and environments that distort the senses — each episode explores real locations and real events that make the world feel slightly… unreal.These are not stories of monsters or myths. They are stories of perception. Of environments that confuse the body. Of landscapes that challenge the brain. Of moments where the ordinary ...

The science fiction genre has become increasingly influential in mainstream popular culture, evolving into one of the most engaging storytelling tools we use to think about technology and consider the shape of the future. Along the way, it has also become one of the major lenses we use to explore important philosophical questions. The origins of science fiction are most often thought to trace to Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein, a story born from a night of spooky tale-telling by the fireside that explores scientific, moral, and ethical questions that were of great concern in the 19th century - and that continue to resonate today.

This informative booklet is designed for anyone‚Aîstudents and laypeople alike‚Aîwho seeks a clear and concise overview of the history of influenza. It presents key facts about flu epidemics and pandemics, exploring related topics such as pandemic terminology, causes, the flus connection to pneumonia, societal impacts, and treatment approaches. Written in 1921 by A. Mouritz in Honolulu, Hawaii, this work remains relevant today. Notably included in the Surgeon Generals Library at the U.S. National Library of Medicine, this edition omits Chapter 5 to maintain focus on the primary themes of...

A paranormal podcast delving into mysteries such as disappearances, cryptids, monsters, extraterrestrials, ghosts, and just about any other paranormal stuff we can come up with -- and then trying to make sense of it all.

A podcast dedicated to the strange, the macabre, the conspiratorial and all things supernatural. Hosted by Dan Martson and Lee Errett.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/Beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Astoria, embark on a thrilling journey through the perilous adventures and harrowing experiences faced by the brave souls of the 1810-1813 Astor Expedition to Oregon. Orchestrated by the wealthy New York fur magnate John Jacob Astor, this ambitious enterprise aimed to establish a fur trading center at the mouth of the Columbia River. The intrepid travelers navigated treacherous landscapes, battled fatigue, and endured the brink of starvation. Among them, Wilson Price Hunt and Robert Stuart took on the monumental challenge of crossing the continent from opposite directions. Despite the ...

Are there creatures still unknown to science lurking in the remote areas of our planet? Hundreds of eyewitnesses say unquestionably: YES. Lurking in Magog is the elusive Memphre, a 30-foot lake monster that stalks the peaceful waters of Lake Memphremagog. Wilno, Ontario is a small town steeped in its heritage, locals believe that when a person takes their own life, then is buried on sacred ground, that person will become a vampire who will walk the streets, preying on their family members.

This is a series of episodes in which my guests are invited to critically reflect with me some of the powers and pitfalls of coaching. Our field is growing fast and exponentially. As growth normally is never just about the success side of the coin, it’s time we become curious about the other side of the coin – and we’ll explore what that can be: in our practice, our field, our education, our knowledge, and our mastery. If we coaches don’t exercise this sort of curiosity too, who should? We are the pioneers of awareness creation and perspective taking. Can we role model those practices...