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[Contains Mature Themes] This much we do know: Sophie Toscan du Plantier was murdered days before Christmas in 1996, her broken body discovered at the edge of her property near the town of Schull in West Cork, Ireland. The rest remains a mystery.

First published in 1875, General William T. Sherman's memoir was one of the first from the Civil War and was offered to the public because, as Sherman wrote in his dedication, "no satisfactory history" of the war was yet available. Although Memoirs has been revised and corrected many times over the years, Sherman famously never changed the original text of his recollections.

Beatleness explains how the band became a source of emotional, intellectual, aesthetic, and spiritual nurturance in fans’ lives, creating a relationship that was historically unique. Looking at that relationship against the backdrop of the sexual revolution, the Vietnam War, political assassinations, and other events of those tumultuous years, the audiobook critically examines the often-heard assertion that the Beatles changed everything.

Freakonomics co-author Stephen J. Dubner uncovers the hidden side of everything. Why is it safer to fly in an airplane than drive a car? How do we decide whom to marry? Why is the media so full of bad news? Also: things you never knew you wanted to know about wolves, bananas, pollution, search engines, and the quirks of human behavior. To get every show in the Freakonomics Radio Network without ads and a monthly bonus episode of Freakonomics Radio, start a free trial for SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

Captivating radio dramatisations of seven of Charles Dickens' most famous novels. Charles Dickens is one of the most renowned authors of all time, and this first digital volume of the dramatised canon of his work includes seven of his most popular novels. This collection includes the episodic...

What’s left to say about “The Godfather"? Upon the film’s release in 1972, it almost instantly became a byword for the best Hollywood has to offer. It minted a new generation of stars, earned hundreds of millions of dollars, established Francis Ford Coppola as one of the best directors of his generation, and changed the way Americans viewed the mafia—and cinema—forever. And yet, “The Godfather” almost never got made, with meddling studio executives and vindictive members of the real-life mafia trying to smother the movie at every turn. During production, location permits ...

The Why Files covers mysteries, myths and legends. We tell stories and seek the truth in a fun and lighthearted way. Our content is heavily researched; we don't release an episode unless we're sure we can bring something new to a topic.

Poststructuralism changes the way we understand the relations between human beings, their culture, and the world. Following a brief account of the historical relationship between structuralism and poststructuralism, this Very Short Introduction traces the key arguments that have led poststructuralists to challenge traditional theories of language and culture.

Join domestic historian Ruth Goodman as she guides you through the surprising, often epic, stories behind everyday objects in your home. Double-glazed windows? We owe those to a French king’s odd fascination with oranges. The minty fresh toothpaste by your sink? Well, if you lived in Ancient Greece, you’d be washing your teeth with ground-up bones and oyster shells. And wallpaper? It seems innocent enough, but in the Victorian era it was downright deadly. Discover the extraordinary history of the ordinary items all around you, every Tuesday, wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free ...

Explore history's most intriguing stories, people, places, events, and mysteries, delivered in a supremely calming atmosphere. If you struggle to fall asleep and you have a curious mind, Sleepy History is the perfect bedtime companion. Our stories will gently grasp your attention, pulling your mind away from any racing thoughts, making room for the soothing music and calming narration to guide you into a peaceful sleep. Sleepy History is a production of Slumber Studios. To learn more, visit www.slumberstudios.com.

Conspiracy Theories and Cover-Ups is a documentary-style podcast examining conspiracy theories, alleged government cover-ups, classified operations, and hidden power networks that challenge official narratives. From intelligence agency programs and corporate secrecy to historical controversies and suppressed information, each episode analyzes documented evidence, declassified records, and whistleblower claims behind the world’s most debated events. Investigative, research-driven, and focused on unanswered questions. 566230

The "Non-Fiction Book Collection" offers a diverse selection of audiobooks on a wide range of topics, including history, personal growth, and social issues. Ideal for listeners who enjoy stories that reveal real-world insights and knowledge that’s both valuable and engaging.

Yeah Yeah Yeah is a landmark and addictive work that audaciously charts the entire story of pop music. Unlike other books, it comprehensively covers the genre's history, spanning from the advent of the music charts in the 1950s to the digital transition of the year 2000. It covers an astonishing range of artists, from Billy Fury and Roxy Music to TLC and Britney, including giants like Led Zeppelin and Donna Summer. This book will remind you exactly why you first fell in love with pop.

https://www.theforbiddenknowledgenetwork.com Across cities, highways, forests, and quiet neighborhoods, people vanish without explanation. Some cases receive national attention. Others fade into silence. Missing: The Unsolved Cases examines documented disappearances that remain unresolved, reviewing timelines, witness statements, official investigations, and reported evidence that has raised lingering questions. From sudden last sightings to unexplained gaps in surveillance and conflicting accounts, each episode approaches the facts with care and restraint. Rather than speculation, this series...

Discover the remarkable story of Savannah Guthrie, one of America's most trusted morning television anchors, in this comprehensive podcast that explores her extraordinary journey from small-market local news to the Today show anchor desk. Follow along as we trace her unexpected path through law school at Georgetown, where she graduated magna cum laude and achieved the highest bar exam score in Arizona, before returning to journalism to cover presidential campaigns, White House briefings, and historic breaking news events. This show delivers an in-depth look at the woman who has co-anchored ...

Are today’s global institutions and norms for peace, democracy, and human rights still alive, or are they just “dead men walking”? In this thought-provoking new podcast series by the Institute for Integrated Transitions (IFIT), organised in collaboration with Justice Info, we will try to answer the question. At a time of growing polarisation, geopolitical fragmentation, and declining institutional trust, our Dead Men Walking series aims to open space for honest reflection and serious thinking not only about the problems afflicting 20th century global norms and institutions, but also ...

Welcome to the We Live for Each Other Podcast presented by Alpha Delta Pi Sorority in celebration of our 175th anniversary. Each episode highlights ADPi members as they share stories and insights from their experiences. Your hosts are Chris Stecher Dickey, Gamma Epsilon, Purdue University and Emily Erkel, Zeta Chi, Baylor University.

Welcome to 'True Crime Stories' – your podcast for gripping and detailed narratives about the most shocking killers and their crimes. Dive into the dark world of criminality as we uncover the most captivating stories of serial killers, unsolved cases, and mysterious deaths. Each episode takes you on a journey through the darkest corners of the human psyche, revealing the true nature of the perpetrators. 'True Crime Stories' – for those who are fascinated by the mysterious and inexplicable. Tune in, if you dare!

In the Dark, hosted by Madeleine Baran, is an award-winning investigative-journalism podcast that started in 2016. Its first season looked at the mysterious abduction of Jacob Wetterling in rural Minnesota and the lack of accountability that sheriffs face when they fail to solve cases. Season 2 examined the case of Curtis Flowers, who was tried six times for the same crime. In 2020, In the Dark released a special report on the coronavirus pandemic in the Mississippi Delta. In 2023, In the Dark joined The New Yorker and in 2024, it released “The Runaway Princesses,” a four-part series that ...

India, is a land of incredible diversity and rich culture. A culture and history that speaks about our being as we are today. History defines our growth and one of the best ways to learn about our rich culture and heritage is by our forts. The forts built in India directly reflect our rituals, cultural practices, architectural practices, community development, geographic history, and the timeline of kingdoms, rulers and wars that came about over time. The show consists of a series of forts that were built in the earlier time, uncovering the story that they have lived! Tune in, and learn ...