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These 24 dramatic lectures examine key events from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to medieval Europe and Asia. Spanning thousands of years and three continents, this course illuminates fascinating historical dramas on the individual scale.

En Historia Viva, Hillary Rodham Clinton describe con franqueza, humor, pasión sobre su formación como mujer durante una agitada época de cambios sociales y políticos en los Estados Unidos y sobre sus años en la Casa Blanca. Cuenta la historia de su aventura de treinta años en el amor y la política junto a Bill Clinton, en la que logró sobrevivir a traiciones personales, investigaciones partidistas si tregua y el escrutinio constante del público.

A podcast where the guests are historical figures. Each week features a casual conversation with a major person from history such as John F. Kennedy, Socrates, or Frederick Douglass.

Call him General Dwight David Eisenhower or General George Patton. Or call him Tecumseh, legendary Shawnee leader. How about Daniel Boone? Or better yet, just call him Ken Hammontree. No, he's not identity-challenged. He is Mr. Ohio History and a walking historical library. After college, Ken began teaching American and Ohio history. He was surprised to learn that many of his students did not harbor the same excitement about history that he did. Realizing the students had a difficult time relating to history, Ken came up with an unusual plan. He would occasionally teach the class in ...

Eating is an indispensable human activity. As a result, whether we realize it or not, the drive to obtain food has been a major catalyst across all of history, from prehistoric times to the present. Epicure Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin said it best: "Gastronomy governs the whole life of man."

An accessible, exciting biography of the most powerful woman in the USA. First . . . student commencement speaker at Wellesley First . . . woman to become full partner at Rose Law Firm First . . . Lady of the United States First . . . First Lady to hold a postgraduate degree First . . . First...

The 25 years between the onset of the French Revolution in 1789 and the Bourbon Restoration after Napoleon in 1814 is an astonishing period in world history. This era shook the foundations of the old world and marked a permanent shift for politics, religion, and society - not just for France, but for all of Europe. An account of the events alone reads like something out of a thrilling novel.

This stimulating collection of essays in an autobiographical framework encompasses Gerda Lerner's theoretical writing and her organizational work in transforming the history profession and in establishing Women's History as a mainstream field.

Conrad Aybinder is a boy with a secret; 16 and ready for anything. A chemistry genius, he has spent the summer on an independent-study project with his favorite teacher, Sammy Tampari. Sammy is also Conrad’s first love. But the first day of senior year, the students are informed that Mr. Tampari is dead. Rumors suggest an overdose. How can it be? Drugs are for unhappy people, Conrad is sure, not for people who have fallen in love.

Living History with Alex is hosted by Alex, a passionate 6th-grade student who interviews veterans, educators, and community heroes to preserve their stories. From war memories to cultural milestones, each biweekly episode brings history to life through real voices and heartfelt conversations. Whether you're a student, teacher, or history lover, this podcast honors the past and connects generations - one story at a time.

In this stirring memoir, a preeminent politician and diplomat traces the transformation of the Republic of Singapore from a poor colony into an Asian powerhouse.

When she was suddenly given the opportunity of a new life in rural Jutland, journalist and archetypal Londoner Helen Russell discovered a startling statistic: the happiest place on earth isn't Disneyland but Denmark, a land often thought of by foreigners as consisting entirely of long, dark winters, cured herring, Lego and pastries. What is the secret to their success? Are happy Danes born or made?

Das Projekt „Living History of Cardiology“ der Österreichischen Gesellschaft für Kardiologie (ÖKG) dokumentiert die Geschichte der österreichischen Kardiologie von 1968 bis 2028 anhand ausgewählter Karrieren österreichischer Kardiologinnen und Kardiologen – von den Anfängen unter Professor Karl Fellinger und Professor Fritz Kaindl bis in die Gegenwart. Der Kardiologe Ass.-Prof. Dr. Harald Gabriel, MedUni Wien und die Historikerin Dr.in Johanna Meyer-Lenz, Hamburg führten Interviews mit diesen Expert:innen und reflektieren im Podcast mit dem Medizinjournalisten Dr. Sebastian ...

At one time, Corrie ten Boom would have laughed at the idea that she had a story to tell. For the first 50 years of her life, nothing out of the ordinary ever happened to her. She was a spinster watchmaker living contentedly with her sister and their elderly father in the tiny house over their shop in Haarlem. Their uneventful days, as regulated as their own watches, revolved around their abiding love for one another. But with the Nazi invasion and occupation of Holland, everything changed....

Welcome to “Living History with the Countess of Derby,” where I, the Countess of Derby, take you on a journey through some of the most captivating moments in British and American history. This podcast delves into the stories behind some of the most influential figures, events, and places that have shaped our world. From the Victorian era’s most significant politicians and their ties to my family, the Derbys, to Knowsley Hall’s unique association with William Shakespeare and the origins of the Epsom Derby, we explore the rich tapestry of history that continues to influence us today. ...

Living History Series is a documentary conversation with those who are cultivating and developing their dream career/life. Whether it is first a hobby or inspiration to a growing successful business and life, we go from the earliest years to present day.Home School to Public or even Private SchoolElementary School YearsMiddle School YearsHigh School YearsCollege and BeyondStarting with Euphonium Players and Card Collectors turned shop owners; turning your passion or talent into a dream destination worthy of a no regret life is the opportunity this provides.Find each video segment to ...

More than 40 years after President Johnson signed the landmark Fair Housing Act into law, residential segregation in America remains unresolved. Designed to help dismantle the nation’s racially divided housing patterns, the act has gone largely ignored by every presidential administration - Democrat and Republican alike - since 1968. In Living Apart, ProPublica investigates this failing.

Join Steve; Pete & Danny as they continue in their quest to Keep History Alive, conversing about all things British Military history & beyond! Expect forays into uncharted waters - as well as incursions to familiar territories - as the lads pour over the rich tapestry of what the British soldier wore; ate; fired and carried over the past 400 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

These eight lectures are a celebration of humanity and the rich texture of human experience. They are a fascinating focus on the complex artistic representations of city life from the 18th to the 20th century. Join Professor Weinstein as he reveals the portraits of humanity that came from several of the period's greatest artists, writers, and thinkers.

In May 1607, English settlers stepped off their ship in North America. They were about to start the first permanent English settlement in North America. They endured many hardships and made many tough choices in the new land. Now the choices are yours. Would you rather suffer from intestinal problems after becoming infected with dysentery or have bleeding gums after getting scurvy? Would you want to work as a blacksmith or tend the tobacco fields?