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From modern literature to menopause, from utopian thought to rodeos - in this classic collection of essays, Ursula K. Le Guin roves with her customary audacity over the intersecting arenas of literature, feminism, and social responsibility, exploding any received notions she comes across and revealing visionary possibilities in their stead.

A “meticulously researched and comprehensive” (Financial Times) history of the devastating war in the heart of Africa’s Congo At the heart of Africa is the Congo, a country the size of western Europe. It borders nine other nations, and since 1996 it has been racked by a brutal war in which...

In 1986, newspapers across America called it "the espionage case of the century." While serving as a security guard at the American Embassy, Sgt. Clayton Lonetree, a Native American marine, fell in love with a beautiful Russian woman. Then, a KGB officer posing as the woman' s "Uncle Sasha" recruited Lonetree to become a spy for the Soviet Union. The "sex-for-secrets Marine spy scandal"—as it was called by the press—had all the elements of a great novel.

History didn't end. Democracy didn't triumph. America’s leading role in the world is no longer assured. Instead, authoritarian rule is on the rise, and the global order established after 1945 is under attack. This is the phenomenon Katie Stallard tackles in Dancing on Bones as she examines how the leaders of China, Russia, and North Korea manipulate the past to serve the present and secure the future of authoritarian rule.

We’re not good at living with tension. It’s uncomfortable. It feels unsafe. The moment a friend, spouse, business, or political movement disagrees with us, we flee to the safety of like-minded thinkers, and dehumanize and attack anyone who thinks differently. No one wins. And if someone dares question our particular stance, we demonize them. This is killing us - families, friendships, civility, and discourse. It kills our chance to hear and be heard. We must step out of our bunkers and step into no-man’s-land....

One history teacher and one law student go on a journey through the Tortall Universe to uncover the origins and references within Tamora Pierce's legendarium.

Do you dream of becoming a professional choreographer? Do you want to know what it takes to become a roaring success in the industry? If the answer to these questions is yes, then this podcast is for you. At the heart of the show, we have India’s Top Choreographers and upcoming dancing stars hosted by Rian Mistry, the choreographer behind some of the most well-known movies like Badhaai Ho, Challang, Love Aaj Kal, Made in China, and numerous stage shows. In this podcast, they explore and share anecdotes of their patterns of creativity, and how they became successful. So tune in and listen for...

Join Newstalk ZB’s Kerre Woodham as she takes you inside the latest series of Dancing with the Stars in the official companion podcast. The behind-the-scenes goss, exclusive backstage interviews, and all your favourite past and present contestants. New episode every Tuesday!

"Dancing With Myself" airs Tuesday nights on NBC at 10pm EST after "America's Got Talent". and available to stream on Peacock Wednesday. The show is hosted by Camille Kostek and has Nick Jonas, Shakira, and Liza Koshy as judges.Every week a new group of fun-loving dancers from all walks of life and of all ages compete in a series of high-energy dance challenges that are designed and demonstrated by the show’s celebrity creators, including Shakira. Isolated in their own pods, contestants have a short time to learn the new routines, add their unique flare and then perform their hearts out in ...

"Wichita Police Seek to Ease Racial Tensions with a Barbecue and Dancing" is from the July 20, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Christine Hauser and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

Breakdancing: From the Streets of America to the Olympic Games in Paris In the pulsating heart of urban America during the late 1970s, a new cultural movement was being born. Its roots dug deep into the concrete jungles of New York City, where the gritty realities of life intersected with the boundless creativity of its youth. Amid the towering skyscrapers and graffiti-laden walls, the sound of boom boxes echoed through the streets, carrying with them the beats of a revolution. This was the birthplace of breakdancing, an art form born out of struggle, resilience, and an insatiable desire for ...

Did you know more than 40 countries in the world have a monarch - but none of them are women?In this new podcast series about royals and monarchies, we're going to be learning about these men born into palaces. We’ll discover who they are, what they stand for, the roles they play, the kind of royal family they're from, and what their people think of them.Criss-crossing the world, hearing from experts as we dive into sovereignty, succession and scandal while exploring the many forms of soft power.Our email is: itsreigningmenpod@gmail.comHosted by Daniel Rosney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...