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This year Christians worldwide will celebrate the 1700th anniversary of Constantine's conversion and victory at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge. No Roman emperor had a greater impact on the modern world than did Constantine. The reason is not simply that he converted to Christianity but that he did so in a way that brought his subjects along after him. Indeed, this major new biography argues that Constantine's conversion is but one feature of a unique administrative style that enabled him to take control of an empire beset by internal rebellions and external threats by Persians and Goths.

An intimate account of the Spitzer administration, one man's political downfall, and the enduring friendship between two complex men. The March 10, 2008, disclosure that Governor Eliot Spitzer had patronized prostitutes from the Emperor's Club VIP sex ring shocked New Yorkers and his admirers around the world, who had celebrated Spitzer as the "Sheriff of Wall Street" and a likely future U.S. president. Ironically, one man's disillusionment with Spitzer had begun to disappear 15 hours earlier, when Spitzer confessed what the rest of the world would soon learn in a media storm of unprecedented intensity.

Lloyd Constantine began his career in legal services, representing impoverished clients in civil rights and constitutional cases. Decades later, he would make headlines for representing retailers and consumers against a cartel that undermined one of the fundamental tenets of commerce in America: competition. A man who thrives on competition himself, Constantine now gives us the insider's story on the biggest antitrust lawsuit in history - a case that pitted his small firm against financial-industry giants Visa and MasterCard, along with Clifford-Chance, the largest law firm in the world.

For much of its history Cyprus was regarded as the Cinderella of empires—beautiful, abused, isolated. Today, the island is divided between the Greek-Cypriot south and the Turkish occupied north. However, both sides take pride in a shared "Cypriotness," and are united in their common hopes, pain, memories, music, excellent cuisine, rich history, and majestic landscape. Culture Smart! Cyprus equips you with essential information on the history, values, and attitudes of the people you will meet, their customs and traditions, and offers tips on etiquette and socializing.

Written by the forensic nurse who transformed the way the FBI profiles and catches serial killers, this thought-provoking book takes an intimate look at the creation of the Behavioral Science Unit–the inspiration for Hulu’s Mastermind documentary. In the 1970s, the FBI created the...

Delve into the life and era of Constantine the Great in this comprehensive account. Is he worthy of his Great title? That’s for you to decide. Although his rank among immortals might not be the highest, his story is undoubtedly compelling. This narrative strives for objectivity, a quality seemingly absent in original authorities who were, more often than not, steeped in bitterness and prejudice. This summary is based on the preface of the original work.

I asked an AI to calculate my statistical probability of surviving my life. It said: 1 in 8.3 billion.Essentially impossible.Childhood sexual abuse. At 5, I attempted to murder my mother's rapist. AIDS epidemic San Francisco. Severe alcoholism. Meth. Coke. Sex. Brother murdered. Strangled twice. 28 deaths witnessed by age 29. And that was just the beginning.I shouldn't be here.But I am. I am now 61. I’ve seen. Some shit.A spiritual memoir from a gay man who survived impossible odds. 1 in 8.3 billion.I started writing a book about surviving. I ended up documenting an awakening — in ...

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From the author of the critically-acclaimed true crime account, A Killer By Design (the inspiration behind Hulu's original docuseries, Mastermind), a groundbreaking look into the crucial role played by expert witnesses in the most high-profile criminal cases, based on Dr. Ann Burgess’ personal...

All nations are necessarily religious. America was once Christian, she became "secular," but is no less religious for it. Join us as we discuss how we let this happen, and what we must do about it.

In Soul of an Immigrant, Constantine Panunzio (1884-1964) opens up his heart as he recounts his childhood in Molfetta, Italy. At just 13, he set off on a daring journey as a sailor, ultimately arriving in Boston in 1902. Faced with numerous challenges in finding work, mastering English, and pursuing an education in the U.S., Panunzio persevered and eventually became the administrator of a prominent social service agency in Boston. His experiences during WWI, where he led the YMCA on the Italian front, further shaped his views on the immigrant experience. Throughout his career, he passionately ...

We’ve all had wardrobe malfunctions – moments when our clothes badly let us down. Susannah Constantine has had many. Like the time she was at a Windsor Castle supper when her dress straps snapped, releasing her breasts into the soup. Clothes and how they define us have fascinated Susannah for years – and were famously explored in her seminal 'What Not To Wear' TV series and bestselling books. Now, she returns to her first and true love in the ‘My Wardrobe Malfunction’ podcast in which she meets a dazzling array of well-known figures to discuss their relationship with clothes – as ...

Great conversation requires true listening and genuine curiosity. I want to show you how to shift from simply having conversations, to actively creating better conversations. Hello 👋 I'm Craig Constantine, and my mission is creating better conversations to spread understanding and compassion. Interested? https://openandcurious.org/

Paranormal Record: A True Ghost Story Podcast Rob Constantine hosts a talk show composed of accounts of witnessed paranormal activity. If you have an experience you would like to share please write into the show at paranormalrecordpodcast@gmail.com

Hosted by industry pals Aleesha Callahan and David Constantine, this interview-style show features conversations with creatives to unravel their process, and get a glimpse into each guests unique way of thinking – all with equal parts levity and depth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buddy, how the hell are ya! Welcome to The Buddies Podcast. Prepare to experience the hottest of takes in the world of sports, and every day life chit-chat. Carson, Connor and Dillon are three best friends who met in New York City, but now each reside in their respective States California, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Sit back crack open a cold one, now you're one of The Buddies.

An ignorantly informed inquiry into culture and ideas.

Learn about love and advice from relationship experts Brent Constantine and Christine Bortolin. From dating to love and marriage and relationships, this is your one stop shop for today's best advice.

Hello, I'm Craig Constantine. This is Podtalk. Short conversations with indie podcasters that are not just about podcasting, because I like to take the scenic route. In each episode, I talk with indie podcasters about their shows, experiences, what they've learned, what motivates them, and… well, everything related to podcasting from the indie creator's point of view. I hope these episodes spark ideas and conversations for you, and lead to new ways of looking at this wonderful art of podcasting.

This recording presents a scholarly but accessible 20th century translation by Constantine FitzGibbon, and opens with an introduction to the life and works of La Rochefoucauld, as well as his own description of himself. It closes with a brief but interesting bibliography, in which FitzGibbon brings clarity to the various editions. It is presented in a very listenable manner by David Rintoul, who gives each maxim the weight and character it deserves.