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A documentary drawn from testimony at the Coast Guard’s official inquiry looks anew at one of the most storied, and mysterious, shipwrecks in American history. The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald is one of the most famous shipwreck stories in Great Lakes history. It is also one of maritime lore’s great mysteries, the details of its disappearance as obscure now as on that fateful November day in 1975.

What made FDR a more successful leader during the Depression crisis than Hoover? Why was Eisenhower more effective as supreme commander during World War II than he was as president? Why was Grant one of the best presidents of his day, if not in all of American history? What drove Bobby Kennedy into the scrum of electoral politics? Find the surprising and revelatory answers to these questions and more in this collection of new essays by great historians.

Dive into a captivating tale with Offshore Pirate, a six-part adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgeralds 1920 short story from the collection Flappers and Philosophers. This story precedes the iconic screwball comedies of the 1930s, showcasing the relentless spirit of a determined young heiress as she navigates her desires and aspirations in life. (Summary by BellonaTimes)

In this captivating tale, the pretty yet socially naive Bernice finds herself under the thumb of her bossy cousin. As she navigates the complexities of social dynamics and self-discovery, she realizes that sometimes, a little rebellion is necessary for personal growth. (Introduction by BellonaTimes)

Beginning with the seemingly simple question "what is human?" Fr. FitzGerald investigates the implications of modern science. Several lectures are devoted to stem cells. What are they, where do they come from, and how are they used? Does it matter if a stem cell comes from an embryo versus bone marrow, the placenta, or skin? Examine the promise and dangers of stem cell research. The world marveled at Dolly, the first cloned sheep, and now cloning is widespread. What is cloning, how is it done, and are humans being cloned now?

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. A novel set in the roaring 20's follows Nick Carroway, a young, single veteran turned bond salesman as he is thrust into the high society of Long Island. Exactly who is his neighbor with with the biggest mansion on Long Island Sound who throws the swankiest parties? Who is this Gatsby and what is his game? The story is told in first person narrative and based on real life experiences of F.Scott Fitzgerald. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-gatsby-by-f-scott-fitzgerald--6738258/support.

On November 10, 1975, the SS Edmund Fitzgerald disappeared beneath the waves of Lake Superior without so much as a distress call. What, exactly, happened out there 50 years ago? This five-episode limited podcast tells the story of the Edmund Fitzgerald from its launch to its loss — and explores the legacy of what has become one of the world's most famous shipwrecks. You'll hear from a former coast guardsman who was on a cutter participating in the search for the Fitzgerald; from a diver who saw the wreck firsthand; from the news anchor who broke the tragic story; and from over a dozen other ...

The podcast where the host has a pop at answering difficult questions from the youth, such as 'What colour is Donald Trump?', 'Whither the whithering of yore?' and 'How much smell is too much smell?'Send your questions to: unsolvedproblemsinphilosophy@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucid, forward-looking, and guided by a level-headed optimism that clearly distinguishes between genuine progress and exaggerated claims, Emerald Cities points the way toward a sustainable future for the American city.

Timeless F. Scott Fitzgerald Stories brings together his finest narratives, capturing the beauty and disillusionment of love, success, and the changing times.

Enter the dazzling world of the Jazz Age with F. Scott Fitzgerald Audiobooks, a collection of beautifully narrated stories that explore themes of wealth, ambition, and the pursuit of the American Dream.

The F. Scott Fitzgerald Works Collection presents his complete works, offering a deep dive into the world of glamour, heartbreak, and ambition that defined his era.

The F. Scott Fitzgerald Classics Podcast offers a stunning collection of his most iconic works, showcasing his lyrical prose and unforgettable characters.

As some guy called Robbie once said "let me entertain you" so eh yeah just as the song says. I will try make you laugh and inform you of stuff. There might be a few bad words but ill try my best to keep things clean. If you could share this podcast that would be awesome and ill give you a hug when I see you. Odi

F. Scott Fitzgerald is widely regarded as one of the greatest American writers of the 20th century. He wrote this collection of eight short stories in 1920 for magazines such as Colliers and The Saturday Evening Post. This collection includes: "The Offshore Pirate", "Dalyrimple Goes Wrong", "Head and Shoulders", "Benediction", "Bernice Bobs Her Hair", "The Cut Glass Bowl", "The Four Fists", and "The Ice Palace".

A definitive deep-dive into queer history and culture with hit reality show RuPaul's Drag Race as a touchstone, by the creators of the pop culture blog Tom and Lorenzo NPR's Best Books of the Year 2020 pick A New York Times New & Noteworthy book One of Logo/NewNowNext's "11 Queer Books We Can't...

Set in 1925, this is a novel of the Jazz Age; of ambition, of the careless rich, of wild parties and flappers and bootleg booze; and the efforts of a dreamer to reunite with his lost love.View our entire collection of podcasts at www.solgood.orgThis is a Librivox Recording. All Librivox recordings are in the public domain.

It was a year ago last October that the universe conspired to create an opportunity for me to drive cross country, New York to Cali and Cali back to New York over a period of two and a half months. And so through the eyes of a child, I set out to see the United States under a cloud of COVID darkness. I got to see some of the most amazing sites, have unexpected adventures, some near death experiences and time to reflect on life. I decided prior to leaving that I would document my journey by keeping an audio diary that I would one day share with my children. I recently decided that I would also ...

Ella Fitzgerald's career began at various amateur nights around New York City, most famously at the Apollo Theater in 1934. From those early days, Fitzgerald grew to be an iconic jazz singer and the First Lady of Song. In the spring of 1983, Fitzgerald sat down for a conversation with Wink Martindale. She discusses how her career began and some of her first hits.

"Flappers and Philosophers" was the first collection of short stories written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1920. It includes eight stories: "The Offshore Pirate", "The Ice Palace", "Head and Shoulders", "The Cut Glass Bowl", "Bernice Bobs Her Hair", "Benediction", "Dalyrimple Goes Wrong", "The Four Fists".