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What has been called the most famous photograph in the world, and a symbol of the 20th century, began as a spur of the moment snapshot by a Cuban photographer. Alberto Korda transformed a simple photo into a world famous portrait of a larger than life revolutionary.

In Iconoclast, Dr Anand Teltumbde, a distinguished public intellectual and leading authority on the Dalit movement, presents a groundbreaking biography of Dr B.R. Ambedkar. Far from the embellished narratives often associated with his legacy, Teltumbde strips away the layers of myth and...

The State & Revolution stands as one of the most powerful and unsettling political works ever written. Composed in the charged atmosphere of 1917, it cuts straight to the heart of what a state truly is beneath its flags, ceremonies, and promises.

This stirring, evocative, one-of-a-kind new audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles a legendary scholar, social reformer, activist, and author, the charismatic Dr. Cornel West, in a loving tribute to his great work and exemplary life. Here is the lauded university professor and folksy intellectual up close and personal exposing his sage ideals in own inimitable, stylish, endearing way.

In October 1975, an assassin tried to murder Norman Scott on Exmoor, but the trigger failed and he only succeeded in shooting Scott's beloved dog, Rinka. Scott subsequently found himself at the centre of a major political scandal and became an unlikely queer icon. But this was never his intention.

George Washington died on December 14, 1799. He was an American political leader, military general, statesman, and founding father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. Previously, he led Patriot forces to victory in the nation's War for Independence. He presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, which established the U.S. Constitution and a federal government. Washington has been called the "Father of His Country" for his manifold leadership in the formative days of the new nation.

The legacies of Marx and Lenin continue to have a profound impact on socialist and communist thought.

The Communist Manifesto stands as one of the most influential and incendiary documents in modern history, a concise yet world-shaking declaration that exposed the deep fractures beneath industrial society and demanded that listeners reconsider every assumption about wealth, labor, and power.

The AFI podcast is a three man show where we talk about what’s going on in terms of gaming, TV, and more as well as bringing u good laughs on top of it.

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A “fascinating” and “rare” (National Review) biography of Thomas Sowell, one of America’s most influential conservative thinkers Thomas Sowell is one of the great social theorists of our age. In a career spanning more than a half century, he has written over thirty books, covering...

The International Committee on Nigeria (ICON) is a US-based organization focused on being a voice for the millions of Nigerians who are facing violence and terrorism on a daily basis. This is the third season of ICON's podcast. This season we will share testimonies and stories from those who have suffered and survived attacks and persecution across Nigeria.

Featured in national and international media. Host of The Business Book Club. Author of The Sales Management Methodology Playbook and Success Mindset: The Advantage. Biz Weekly,USA News Icons of Influence is the podcast that goes beyond the headlines to explore the lives of extraordinary individuals shaping the world in unique and meaningful ways. Hosted by Hannah Hally, this show dives deep into the journeys of trailblazers from diverse industries—entertainment, activism, sports, business, and beyond—who have used their influence to drive real change.Each episode features an in-depth ...

Icon City News is your one-stop destination for everything you need to know about lifestyle trends and current events that matter most to black culture, queer folx, cannabis lovers, and independent creatives and entrepreneurs alike. SmokeandSound.com provides the latest news on cannabis culture and related music events, while #FunnyMoneyRock is an urban LGBT content platform highlighting news and music from within the community. Host, Activist, and Award Winning Rapper Anye Elite brings it all together in his weekly show called “The Commentary” offering information and insight into issues ...

Fascism From Mussolini to Trump is a vital and timely work that challenges listeners to confront the uncomfortable truths about power, complicity, and the fragile nature of democracy. It is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the historical patterns behind today’s political turmoil, and a call to remain vigilant in the face of rising authoritarianism.

Life & culture in the haunt industry starring @nickwhite314 x @yerrtyg x @jtalley18. A ClownLife original. New episodes weekly!

Looking back at some of Australia's greatest singers, actors, performers and sports stars.

An accomplished former ghostwriter and book researcher who worked with Bob Woodward, Carl Bernstein, Ben Bradlee, and Hillary Clinton goes behind-the-scenes of the national’s capital to tell the story of how she survived the exciting, but self-important and self-promoting world of the Beltway...

Even compared to his fellow founders, George Washington stands tall. Our first president has long been considered a stoic hero, holding himself above the rough-and-tumble politics of his day. Now John Ferling peers behind that image, carefully burnished by Washington himself, to show us a leader who was not only not above politics but a canny infighter---a master of persuasion, manipulation, and deniability.

"Russia's Literary Icons, Explored on a Budget" is from the August 28, 2016 Travel section of The New York Times. It was written by Lucas Peterson and narrated by Fleet Cooper.