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The story of human civilization can be read most deeply in the materials we have found or created, used or abused. They have dictated how we build, eat, communicate, wage war, create art, travel, and worship. Some, such as stone, iron, and bronze, lend their names to the ages. Others, such as gold, silver, and diamond, contributed to the rise and fall of great empires.

In Human Toll, Ursula (Ursie) Ewart, orphaned at a tender age, is uprooted from her cherished life in the Australian bush and sent to a new home in a nearby country town. Once adored by the station hands—Boshy, Nungi, and Queeby—Ursie now faces a stark reality where she is barely tolerated. Her only ally is Andrew (Andree), an older child navigating the same troubled household. Barbara Baynton, building on her keen observations from Bush Studies, deepens our understanding of womens experiences in the harsh landscape of Australian bush life and culture at the dawn of the 20th century. (...

Through vivid stories studded with insights, award-winning author Tamim Ansary tells the story of how humans invented history, from the Stone Age to the Virtual Age. Fifty thousand years ago, we roamed the world as countless autonomous bands of hunter-gatherers, each one telling itself a story...

North America was settled by people with distinct religious, political, and ethnographic characteristics, creating regional cultures that have been at odds with one another ever since. Subsequent immigrants didn't confront or assimilate into an "American" or "Canadian" culture, but rather into one of the 11 distinct regional ones that spread over the continent each staking out mutually exclusive territory. In American Nations, Colin Woodard leads us on a journey through the history of our fractured continent....

Listen to the stories behind football's biggest names, hosted by Simon Kuper and Mehreen Khan. "Hosts Simon Kuper and Mehreen Khan know their stuff." – The Guardian "The most interesting football podcast of the moment." – NRC, a leading Dutch daily Heroes & Humans moves beyond the traditional boundaries of sports commentary to explore the lives of football's most interesting figures. Whether episodes are about Messi, Abramovich, Cruyff, Şükür or Haaland, this is the go-to podcast for football audio-biographies. Released once weekly on Thursdays. Simon Kuper, acclaimed by Time Magazine ...

"Subtly altered how I see the world." —Michelle Goldberg, New York Times “[Status and Culture] consistently posits theories I'd never previously considered that instantly feel obvious.” —Chuck Klosterman, author of The Nineties “Why are you the way that you are? Status and Culture...

Do you ever wonder why people act the way that they do? Join human behavior experts Brian Marren and Greg Williams as they discuss all things human behavior related. Their goal is to increase your Advanced Critical Thinking ability through a better understanding of HBPR&A (Human Behavior Pattern Recognition & Analysis.) What is HBPR&A? It's a scientific (and fun) way to understand and articulate human behavior cues so that you can predict likely outcomes and it works regardless of your race, religion, political ideology or culture!

For readers of Ace and Belly of the Beast: A Black queer feminist exploration of asexuality--and an incisive interrogation of the sex-obsessed culture that invisibilizes and ignores asexual and A-spec identity. Everything you know about sex and asexuality is (probably) wrong. The notion that...

HUMAN GOALS est un événement caritatif et solidaire. Il vise à réunir toutes les générations et à les lier autour de valeurs humaines.Notre objectif est double : d’un côté réunir des fonds pour les villageois marocains sinistrés par le séisme de 2023 dans le sud du Maroc, de l’autre, créer un pont entre les générations. (Combattre l’illectronisme et les préjugés sur les activités en ligne des plus jeunes).Côté programme général :Moments forts du vendredi 20 au dimanche 22 février 2026 avec un stream en continu, un match de foot avec grand show et dîner de gala.Les...

A stunning blend of investigative journalism, authoritative science writing, and embedded ethnography. Every Human Intention captures the unsettling, lyrical beauty of the intimate moments and buried secrets that form Japan’s national drama. “An absolute marvel. Reveals the inner workings...

A conversation between 2 eminent Black thinkers on how to work together to make the world a better place despite deep religious differences Brad Braxton and Anthony Pinn represent two traditions—Christianity and Secular Humanism respectively—that have for centuries existed in bitter...

Have you ever been refused service because of who you are? Do you feel like the education system wasn’t built for you? Have you or your kids faced racist comments whilst playing sports or going to school? Know Your Rights shines a light on the everyday discrimination First Peoples in Victoria continue to face — in schools, sport, shops, healthcare, and within the criminal legal system. Hosted by journalist Jedda Costa, a proud Wemba Wemba, Yorta Yorta and Mutti Mutti woman from Naarm, this 5 part series unpacks real stories from community and explores how they connect to our shared ...

Glaciers figure prominently in both ancient and contemporary narratives around the world. They inspire art and literature. They spark both fear and awe. And they give and take life. In The Age of Melt, environmental journalist Lisa Baril explores the deep-rooted cultural connection between humans and ice through time.

In this intriguing essay, Lord Acton responds to the exchange of letters between Sir Robert Peel and Lord Macaulay, aiming to challenge the widely held belief that human sacrifice was solely the practice of barbaric and uncivilized societies. Acton argues that in some instances, such rituals may stem from sophisticated theological developments. At the urging of Lord Stanhope, Acton‚s thought-provoking piece was published in the Home and Foreign Review in 1863. Summary by Jeff Allen.

True Stories of Survival and Heroic Stories.We share incredible stories that defy the odds. From heart-pounding escapes, to triumphs over unimaginable hardships. Our stories celebrate the resilience of human nature, and the human spirit. Each story is crafted to inspire, uplift and remind you of the extraordinary power of hope and perseverance.

Loneliness is a health risk. Connection is care. Dogs are part of the solution.Loneliness is now considered a greater public health risk than smoking 15 cigarettes a day. — U.S. Surgeon GeneralAt the same time, approximately 390,000 healthy dogs are euthanized in U.S. shelters every year. — National shelter outcome estimatesThese are not unrelated problems.The Human-Canine Alliance (TH-CA) Podcast explores the growing crisis of human loneliness and disconnection—and the overlooked role trained, intentionally matched rescue dogs could play in addressing it.This podcast is about people who...

The Human Beat, hosted by Roger Rocka, features community conversations about our people, issues, environment, history and the joys of living here. Produced by the studios of KMUN.

Americans deserve more human rights: When we educate, legislate, and create new mindsets, we can inspire and empower our country and the world.

Dive deep into the diverse tapestry of human experiences with "The Human Chronicles" an engaging and thought-provoking podcast hosted by two dynamic women on a mission to pull back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes of real life. Join us as we embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery, empathy, and connection. In each episode, we sit down with intriguing guests from all walks of life to explore the uncharted territories of their unique experiences. "The Human Chronicles" delves into the very essence of what it's like to be someone else, shedding light on the untold stories that shape ...

Human Rights Live is a series of podcasts produced by the Human Rights Media Centre in Cape Town, South Africa. Join your host Epiphanie Mukasano as she delves into a discussion about the rights and experiences of asylum seekers and refugees living in South Africa.