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Adventures in language with Helen Zaltzman. TheAllusionist.org

Hollywood was born just over a century ago, at a time of huge forward motion for women's rights. With no rules in place to stop them, there were women who forged ahead in many areas of filmmaking. Yet, despite the work of early pioneers like Dorothy Arzner, Mabel Normand, Mary Pickford and Alice Guy-Blaché, it soon came to embody the same old sexist standards. Women found themselves fighting a system that fed on their talent, creativity and beauty but refused to pay them the same respect as their male contemporaries - until now....

Helen Hayes, acclaimed "First Lady of the American Theatre", has been on stage, screen, and television for more than fifty years. In that time she moved among the world's most famous and talented: actors, film stars, writers, businessmen. She speaks with wit, wisdom, and candor on topics both public and private.

A man awakens in a clearing in what appears to be medieval England with no memory of who he is, where he came from, or why he is there. Chased by a group from his own time, his sole hope for survival lies in regaining his missing memories, making allies among the locals, and perhaps even trusting in their superstitious boasts. His only help from the “real world” should have been a guidebook entitled The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England, except his copy exploded during transit.

Real people, real stories of Buddhism and Buddhists right here in Ōtepoti Dunedin. Hosted by Brent Caldwell and Helen Ingrams, this show features two ordinary people sharing their experiences and insights about learning about Buddhism. Tune in Mondays at 11:30 am, with replays on Tuesdays at 10:30 pm.

Radio oficial da Helen Seward

Eurohusband and wife Will and Helen love each other very much, but never agree on matters Eurovision. Each week, they debate all things Eurovision, regularly taking advice from their Eurofriends to get them back to love, love, peace, peace. Whether your interest in Eurovision is passing or passionate, spend 20 minutes with us to laugh, learn and celebrate the world’s favourite musical event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Written by the former Deputy Head of Make-Up and Wigs at the National Theatre, this book opens up a process that very few people will otherwise be privy to, giving perspectives on the preparation before a production and responsibilities during, as well as looking more widely at training, career opportunities and success. From designing and fitting wigs to managing lightning-fast quick changes, hair, wigs and make-up people are a major part of the creation of any theatrical production.

From politics to economics, from tech to the study of how we live, things are changing fast. Old certainties are crumbling, and we need new solutions to shake up the status quo and shape the future. In The Spark, Helen Lewis meets 11 radical thinkers who are bidding to change our world, and puts their ideas under the spotlight to find out what they have to offer compared to the failures of the past.

A daughter longs to guide her mother through the hardest of journeys of memory loss, paving a way with her own remembrance; for memory is an actor’s most powerful tool. Before the settling and subsidence of life, Hayley prepares to perform a show to honour her mother, Joan.

A deep dive into classics, hidden gems, and new favorites - all found in your Library's stacks!

Sandringham, the much-loved Norfolk retreat of Queen Elizabeth II, has been the private home of four generations of monarchs since 1862, when Queen Victoria and Prince Albert bought the country estate for their eldest son Albert Edward, Prince of Wales. Written with warmth and wit, Helen Cathcart charts a hundred years of royal domestic history at Sandringham, from earliest days through to celebrated visitor attraction. A blend of narrative history and family chronicle, Sandringham commemorates the centenary of one of the best-known private country houses in the world.

Welcome to Plotting and Panting, the cozy corner of your week where three book-loving besties dive into stories that bring the heat—no matter the genre. From romance to fantasy, thrillers to contemporary fiction, every book we discuss has one thing in common: it’s got spice. Join us for light-hearted laughs, honest chats, and a safe, judgment-free space to gush over plot twists, steamy scenes, and everything in between. Grab your favorite drink, get comfy, and let’s turn the page together.

Royal Lodge is one of a scattered group of dwellings, mansions, forts, and follies in the southern recesses and environs of Windsor Great Park which have served royal pleasures and private needs ever since the carefree days of Charles II. It has been the home of artists and courtiers and farmers and foresters, the picnic pavilion of queens and the private abode of two kings. Meticulously researched, royal chronicler Helen Cathcart paints a vivid picture of the evolving architecture, changing decor, and esteemed inhabitants of Royal Lodge from earliest days through to the mid-twentieth century.

From LA Times bestselling author Mallory O'Meara, the story of America’s first professional stuntwoman, Helen Gibson, who rose to fame during a time when women ruled Hollywood. Helen Gibson was a woman willing to do anything to give audiences a thrill. Advertised as "The Most Daring Actress in...

The World I Live In by Helen Keller is a captivating collection of essays that offers a profound glimpse into her unique perceptions of the world. Through her senses of touch, smell, imagination, and dreams, Keller invites readers to explore her experiences, revealing how her hand serves as a vital connection to humanity. She eloquently describes how, despite the absence of sight and sound, she navigates the world with her fingertips, finding joy and meaning in every encounter. With the simple yet powerful act of communication through touch, she opens up a world of intelligence and fulfillment...

Precocious eight-year-old Peggy Roberts has many misadventures over the span of a week while visiting her Aunt Euphemia. - Summary by Rachel Tevis

Dive into the inspiring autobiography of Helen Keller, written during her early 20s. This captivating narrative chronicles her remarkable journey of intellectual growth and resilience, culminating in her pursuit of education at Radcliffe College. Experience the world through her eyes as she reflects on her extraordinary life (Summary by George Cooney).

Dive into the fascinating life of Abraham Lincoln with The Boys’ Life of Abraham Lincoln, a captivating biography filled with intriguing anecdotes. Although the title suggests a focus on Lincolns childhood, it provides a comprehensive, albeit condensed, account of his entire life. Expertly written and delightfully narrated by Tom Weiss, this biography draws largely from the works of Helen Nicolay, whose father, John George Nicolay, served as Lincolns private secretary. Experience a unique perspective on the thoughts, character, and convictions of one of Americas most iconic figures.

Welcome to The story behind My stories —the video podcast where crime fiction meets authentic experience. I'm Helen Taylor, your guide through the tangled web of my crime fiction stories and my real life experiences in off the path locations. Readers of my crime fiction novels tell me 'It feels like I'm there', 'The places and spaces feel authentic'. That's because they are. Here, I will share how I ended up in the places the novels are set in, how and why I chose to use those places or experiences in one of DI Goodwin's investigations around the world and at home in Surrey.