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From the bedrooms of powerful men, we're bringing you the secret histories of their mistresses, concubines and courtesans. In this funny, fascinating, and scandal-filled podcast, Jameela Jamil and historian Dr Kate Lister pore over the stories of six astonishing "other women". Women who have been shamed, disparaged and underestimated. Some have been cheated out of the history books altogether. Now Jameela and Kate are placing their stories in the spotlight – to see what history looks like through the eyes of the so-called side-chick.

A celebration and exploration of gossip, reclaiming it as a powerful tool for building relationships, sharing vital information and enabling women’s voices to be heard. Tittle-tattle. Hearsay. Rumours. Bitching. Tea. Call it what you will: the fact remains that gossip is entwined into our...

In this landmark work of emerging African American womanist theology, Delores Williams finds in the biblical figure of Hagar-mother of Ishmael, cast into the desert by Abraham and Sarah, but protected by God - a prototype for the struggle of African-American women. African slave, homeless exile, surrogate mother, Hagar's story provides an image of survival and defiance appropriate to black women today.

'Riveting' -- The Times 'A triumph' -- David Kynaston 'Lively and informative' -- Miranda Seymour 'The resurrection of a remarkable woman erased from history' -- Katy Hessel 'Extraordinary' -- Peter Jones The spellbinding true story of Emily Cowper, Regency socialite turned Victorian powerbroker...

Pick your poison with Day and Nightshade, the podcast where deadly history meets true crime. Join Katie and Jay as they delve into the world of poisons, toxins, venoms, and the people who used them. From infamous assassinations and botanical killers to bizarre medical mishaps and true crime mysteries, each episode explores the science, history, and folklore behind nature’s deadliest substances. Equal parts chilling and fascinating, Day and Nightshade is perfect for listeners who like their curiosity served with a little danger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Trifecta with Katie Paige is the official podcast of Rocky Mountain Ranch Research, where UFOs, paranormal, and cryptids collide. Every Wednesday night from 7–8 PM MST, Katie hosts live conversations with researchers, experiencers, and experts in high strangeness. From UFO sightings to ghostly encounters to cryptid mysteries, this is your weekly gateway into the unknown.Because where UFOs, paranormal & cryptids collide… we dig deeper.🛸 The Trifecta with Katie Paige — Where UFOs, Paranormal & Cryptids Collide. 🎙️ Live every Wednesday | 7–8 PM MST | 9-10 Eastern Because ...

Using an infamous deception about a fake mountain range in British Columbia as her jumping-off point, Katie Ives explores the lure of blank spaces on the map and the value of the imagination. In Imaginary Peaks she details the cartographical mystery of the Riesenstein Hoax within the larger context of climbing history and the seemingly endless quest for newly discovered peaks and claims of first ascents. Imaginary Peaks is an evocative, thought-provoking tale, immersed in the literature of exploration, study of maps, and basic human desire.

The most intimate and informative portrait yet of Prince Harry, from royal expert Katie Nicholl, author of the bestselling William and Harry and Kate. From his earliest public appearances as a mischievous redheaded toddler, Prince Harry has captured the hearts of royal enthusiasts around the...

Two hundred and rising. That's the death tally for the Obama administration's "Operation Fast & Furious." The program was supposedly designed to "win the drug war" by deliberately walking more than two thousand guns across the border to Mexico. But instead of catching drug lords, Fast & Furious armed the very kingpins it was supposed to trap.

In this fascinating BBC Radio series, Katie Hickman examines the lives of 'diplomatic women' through their letters and diaries. From the first exploratory expeditions into foreign lands, through the heyday of the British Empire and still today, the foreign service has been shaped and run behind...

High on God gives the first robust and plausible explanation for why megachurches have conquered the churchgoing market of America. Without condescension or exaggeration, the authors show the genius of megachurches: the power of charisma, the design of facilities, the training of leaders, the emotional dynamics, and the strategies that bring people together and lead them to serve and help others. 

A hilarious look at how the line between 'genius' and 'extremely lucky idiot' is finer than we'd like to admit. The more you delve into the stories behind history's greatest names, the more you realise they have something in common: a mystifying lack of common sense. Take Marie Curie, famous for...

Heroines in History: A Thousand Faces moves beyond stories of individual heroines, taking a thematic, synthesizing, and global in scope approach to challenge previous understandings of heroines in history. Responding to Joseph Campbell's Hero with a Thousand Faces, Katie Pickles explores the idea of a transcultural heroine archetype that recurs through time. Each chapter addresses an archetypal theme important for heroines in history. 

The first definitive exploration of the changing role of the twenty-first-century First Lady, painting a comprehensive portrait of Jill Biden—from a White House correspondent for The New York Times “A fascinating and deeply researched exploration into the most public facing and least...

Vanity FairRoyals correspondent and bestselling author ofWilliam and HarryandKateexplores the remarkable life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, with new chapters to include the last few months of her reign, and the rise of King Charles III. For seventy years, Queen Elizabeth ruled over an...

TikTok sensation Katie Kennedy, aka @TheHistoryGossip, serves up a delicious blend of fascinating, witty and salacious history tea for every day of the year. With infectious wit and historical insight, The History Gossip brings you the mad, bad and dangerous tales from around the world. With entries for every day of the year, this is history … but not as you know it.

Delve into the remarkable life and legacy of a pioneering journalist in the "Katie Couric Audio Biography" podcast. Discover the captivating story of Katie Couric, one of the most influential media personalities of our time. This immersive audio journey takes listeners on an intimate exploration of Couric's rise to fame, her trailblazing career, and the personal triumphs and challenges that have shaped her extraordinary journey. Narrated with meticulous detail and insightful interviews, this podcast offers a unique glimpse into the life of a true icon, inspiring audiences to embrace their own ...

'Sharply observed, snappily written and thoroughly researched, She Merchants provides a fabulous panorama of a largely ignored area of social history. Katie Hickman successfully challenges the stereotype of the snobbish, matron-like memsahib by deploying a riveting gallery of powerful and often...

Rocky Mountain Ranch Case Documents is a documentary-style research series hosted by Katie Paige, exploring the historic APRO investigation of the phenomena reported at what is known today as Rocky Mountain Ranch in Elbert County, Colorado.Each episode features direct readings from original APRO briefing documents, chronological event transcripts, and rare archival material, alongside Katie’s personal memories, commentary, and additional research. This podcast also includes documents acquired from the archives of Dr. Leo Sprinkle, PhD, preserved at the Heritage Center in Laramie, Wyoming. ...

Join Katie Clark as she recounts the creatures, places, and topics that scared her as a child. Each episode we'll dive into the history these things that go bump in the night to find out once and for all if they are actually as scary as we think. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.