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The Clockwork Universe is the story of a band of men who lived in a world of dirt and disease but pictured a universe that ran like a perfect machine. A meld of history and science, this book is a group portrait of some of the greatest minds who ever lived as they wrestled with natures most sweeping mysteries. The answers they uncovered still hold the key to how we understand the world.

This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.

Spreading the Good News of the Kingdom. (Luke 1: 1-4)“Many people have set out to write accounts about the events that have been fulfilled among us. They used the eyewitness reports circulating among us from the early disciples. Having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, i also have decided to write an accurate account for you, most honorable Theophilus, so you can be certain of the truth of everything you were taught.”

Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative of Isaac Mason, a man who was born into the chains of slavery but managed to break free. In his later years, he shared his harrowing experiences through enlightening lectures and was eventually persuaded to etch his life in the pages of a book. This podcast brings to life his inspiring journey from bondage to freedom. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

Throughout the course of history, civilization has been blessed by strong-minded men and women who have impacted our world in extraordinary ways. Their imprint upon humanity is beyond dispute. And many would contend that they were no less than the result of Divine Providence - a gift of God to the human race. The Mark of a Giant examines the lives and contributions of seven men and women who changed the world: Abraham of Ur, Pericles, the Apostle Paul, Sir Isaac Newton, Marie Curie, Martin Luther King Jr., and Mother Teresa.

Rise to Command: Conversations with Black Brass shares the powerful oral histories of African American military officers from World War II through the Cold War. Hosted by historian Dr. Isaac W. Hampton II, the podcast explores leadership, resilience, and the fight for equality in the U.S. armed forces.

Conspiracy Theories, Illuminati symbolism, aliens & the Occult all connect with Pop Culture on this podcast hosted by conspiracy and symbolism expert & author: Isaac Weishaupt aka The Illuminati Watcher! (podcasting since 2014 under "Conspiracy Theories and Unpopular Culture"). Join along as we have a rational discussion about the conspiracy of an Illuminati agenda mixed with film analysis, celebrity gossip, entertainment, synchronicities, occult religions and more!

Conflicts over specific rules lie at the heart of the disputes, which are about much more than sovereignty over islands and rocks in the South and East China Seas. Instead, the main contests concern the strategic maritime space associated with those islands. To consolidate control over this vital maritime space, China's leaders have begun to implement "China's law of the sea": building domestic legal institutions, bureaucratic organizations, and a naval and maritime law enforcement apparatus to establish China's preferred maritime rules on the water and in the diplomatic arena.

This captivating biography delves into the life of John Hancock, one of the most influential figures in American history. As a Founding Father, merchant, statesman, and a key Patriot of the American Revolution, Hancocks story is one of resilience and leadership. The author skillfully narrates Hancocks journey from his childhood and education to his significant political and military contributions, providing a comprehensive look at the man behind the iconic signature. - Summary by GoodReads

Asimovo es un podcast semanal en el que se discute un tema de historia, ciencia o cultura.

Short stories, for wonderful dreams.

Herewith an Englishman’s account of life and death in the West. As a reporter for the London Times, he writes his colorful and unusual accounts, but as a man with a gun, he lives and becomes a part of the adventures in the new territories.

The podcast where we bring you the hottest news from last week, 100 years ago. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter for clippings of the articles and random thoughts at LastWeek100Pod.

Scriptorum Historia Romana es un podcast creado por Jorge Isaac García Nava, un historiador y docente que piensa que el pensamiento crítico no está peleado con el entretenimiento y que la educación no está en conflicto con la diversión.Este podcast hace un viaje por la historia de la civilización romana, desde sus inicios míticos hasta la caída del imperio de occidente, comparando fuentes, usando investigaciones modernas y con explicación de algunos momentos cruciales sin perder de vista que la historia no tiene que ser aburrida, además es la guía para entender el pasado e iluminar...

Join Casey, Jake, and Isaac on a journey through Utah. From National Parks to Skinwalker Ranch, myths to Mormon, we cover it all. Whether you live in Utah or are just visiting, we want to share the surreal beauty and unique history that makes Utah Utah.

This landmark study of the Vietnamese conflict, examined through the lens of the revolutionary and counter-revolutionary movements in the rural province of Long An up until American intervention in the area, offers a human, balanced, penetrating account of war. Two new forewords by Robert K. Brigham of Vassar College and Jeffrey Record of the Air War College explore the book's enduring influence. A new end chapter offers previously unpublished scholarship on the conflict.

The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass was published in 1845; it is a memoir and treatise on abolition written by the famous author and former slave Frederick Douglass. The book includes two introductions by well-known abolitionists: a preface by William Lloyd Garrison, and a letter by Wendell Phillips, both confirming the veracity of the account and the literacy of its author. It is generally considered to be the most famous of a number of abolition narratives written by former slaves in the same era.

Rachel Maddow, host of the #1 hits “Bag Man” and “Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra,” is back at the mic with a new original series, “Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News.” In each episode, Rachel and co-host Isaac-Davy Aronson seek a deeper understanding of a story in today's headlines by asking: Has anything like this ever happened before? Would knowing that help us grapple with what’s happening now… and what might happen next?

Based on a viral article, 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act is the essential guide to understanding the Canadian legal document and its repercussion on generations of Indigenous peoples, written by a leading cultural sensitivity trainer. The Indian Act, after 141 years, continues to shape, control, and constrain the lives and opportunities of Indigenous peoples, and is at the root of many lasting stereotypes.