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In 1918, the United Kingdom passed the Representation of the People Act, resulting in a major overhaul of the U.K.'s voting system.

In the wake of World War I, American novelist Edith Wharton found herself in Paris, compelled to bear witness to the realities of war. With permission to traverse the front lines, she journeyed through devastated villages, bustling hospitals, and the trenches themselves. Fighting France chronicles her poignant travels between 1914 and 1915, capturing not only the harrowing experiences of the time but also the unwavering spirit of the French people. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

Join Harry Trounce, an American mining engineer of British descent, as he embarks on a harrowing journey beneath the battlefields of World War I. After enlisting in the British Army in October 1915 and receiving minimal training in England and France, he finds himself with the 181st Tunnelling Company in Silly-sur-la-Lys, Flanders, by January 1916. This gripping narrative offers an immersive, firsthand glimpse into the life of a junior officer navigating the perils of underground warfare. Experience the tension, bravery, and camaraderie in this detailed account brought to life by Paul Hampton.

Best-selling author and award-winning former BBC Chief News Correspondent Kate Adie reveals the ways in which women's lives changed during World War One and what the impact has been for women in its centenary year. In 1914 the world changed forever. When World War One broke out and a generation of men went off to fight, best-selling author and From Our Own Correspondent presenter Kate Adie shows how women emerged from the shadows of their domestic lives. Now a visible force in public life, they began to take up essential roles - from transport to policing, munitions to sport, entertainment, even politics.

The Scots-Irish were 40 percent of the Revolutionary War army; they included the pioneers Daniel Boone, Lewis and Clark, Davy Crockett, and Sam Houston; they were the writers Edgar Allan Poe and Mark Twain; and they have given America numerous great military leaders, including Stonewall Jackson, Ulysses S. Grant, Audie Murphy, and George S. Patton, as well as most of the soldiers of the Confederacy (only five percent of whom owned slaves, and who fought against what they viewed as an invading army).

A fierce and galvanizing reminder that resistance is everywhere in the fight for abortion and reproductive justice in the United States. Fighting Mad is a book about what "reproductive justice" means and what it looks like to fight for it. Editors Krystale E. Littlejohn and Rickie Solinger bring together many of the strongest, most resistant voices in the country to describe the impacts of the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision on abortion access and care.

Boxing legend Christy Martin was a trailblazer in the ring and continues to be an inspiration to female fighters across the globe. She is without a doubt the most important woman in the history of female combat sports. But behind the scenes Martin was in a losing battle, unable to express her true sexual identity and struggling to survive sexual and domestic abuse at the hands of her husband. In Fighting for Survival: My Journey Through Boxing Fame, Abuse, Murder, and Resurrection, Christy Martin recounts her harrowing yet inspiring story.

Eric Klinenberg's Fighting for Air takes us into the world of preprogrammed radio shows, empty television news stations, and copycat newspapers to show how corporate ownership and control of local media has remade American political and cultural life. Klinenberg argues that the demise of truly local media stems from the federal government's malign neglect.

John Pavlovitz has inspired millions to keep boldly loving both neighbors and strangers throughout the years of Trump's hate-mongering campaign and presidency and continues to be a voice of sanity and urgency when so much is still at stake.

Sometime last year I came across something I'd never seen before. People in an MMA octagon, fighting in full medieval armour. With weapons. My interest was immediately captured, so I started investigating. I follow the Hellions, a group of all female fighters based in Gloucester on their journey to the world championships in Hungary. We learn about the value of community, what binds together this self-proscribed group of ‘weirdos’. By following them in their journey I ask, what makes you get in armour, why did you choose this as a hobby, and more importantly, what makes you stay?

noise is the Co2 of tomorrow. A rising issue of our society with dramatic consequences for our health and our performance. Mobility, Manufacturing, Construction or social life are the verticals where most people and wildlife are harmed. But there are solutions. A lot of people fight against noise to offer everyone a more quiet public space. Innovators and founders, experts and scientists, and investors. This podcast will offer you a great panel of these people to understand the problem of noise and create awareness around innovative solutions. Please share this podcast with anyone having ...

Because we are continuously taking in information from a variety of sources, we are under constant threat from those who would intentionally (or accidentally) misinform - from foreign operatives, advertisers, politicians, and general scammers to our own friends and family. To better prepare you, IREX (International Research & Exchanges Board) has teamed up with The Great Courses to provide a guide for navigating this tricky landscape with this eight-lecture course designed to arm you with the skills you need to be a savvy media consumer.

This podcast explores various topics related to personal development and empowerment through in-depth stories, covering everything from managing conflict to drawing inspiration from films, philosophers, and sociopolitical figures. It also addresses the advancement and protection of personal and human rights, all with a touch of humor and satire. Podcaster Dan Sullivan's paradigm of Tragicomic Humanism serves as a response to the cultural decay of nihilistic postmodern deconstruction, a disempowering paradigm that threatens freedom and erodes the concept of inalienable rights.

We're on a mission to change the way society views addiction and join the fight to end the trafficking of drugs and women. But that's not all. We're also taking you on a journey to end the trafficking of drugs and women and empower survivors to reclaim their lives through 'We Fight Monsters.' Join us in this dual mission as we explore stories, insights, and perspectives that challenge stereotypes and stigmas while working together to combat these pressing issues. Together, we can bridge the gap, foster understanding, and make a difference, one conversation at a time.

This is Fighting the Fear, where we hear about the worst nights out EVER, and try to discover the ultimate hangover cure.

Join LA born and bred Sensei Tim Santos, a Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and the community of creators, makers, and all around icons that train at the one-of-a-kind Zenki Dojo. Hear inside stories of setbacks, comebacks and fighting the good fight - on and off the mat, in and out of the ring - from some of the most innovative people in their fields. Let’s do this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"What Are We Fighting For?" was a 1942 World War II radio show produced by the War Department and CBS, featuring interviews with soldiers and commentary from correspondents like Edward R. Murrow. The goal was to inform and inspire American servicemen, making them the best-informed fighting men in the world, by explaining the causes and issues of the war through remote broadcasts from military bases. There are also modern podcasts and radio shows that use this title to discuss themes of war, morality, and social issues.

George M. Johnson knows how to counterpunch the culture wars. ALL BOYS AREN’T BLUE, their memoir of growing up Black and Queer in America, is currently the second-most banned book in America. And that distinction has pushed George to the frontlines of the fight for freedom of expression. “Fighting Words” is George’s chance to bring listeners into the ring with some of today’s most talented, outspoken and courageous creative people, people ready, willing and able to use their words to fight back against intolerance, fear, censorship and marginalization.Each week George talks to ...

The "Me Too" movement has been very effective in highlighting the widespread prevalence and horrific realities of sexual violence globally. The WHO estimates that 1 out of 3 women has suffered from sexual violence. I strongly believe that in order to solve an issue, we need to understand its root causes and then take actions to solve it. I also believe that, as a society, we have both the power to fight against this problem as well as a responsibility to do it. The aim of this podcast will thus be to look at the issue from a variety of different angles and identify opportunities for actions.

In this podcast, we dive deep into the world of youth sports, exploring the highs and lows of young athletes. Join Coach Tony as he uncovers the triumphs and tribulations of young athletes striving for excellence amidst the pressures of competition, parental expectations, and societal demands. This program will offer listeners a personal connection to the challenges and triumphs faced by athletes and parents as they strive for success while grappling with their mental health. These stories capture the raw emotions and personal insights of young athletes and their parents, offering listeners a ...