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A story of defiance and determination by a controversial scientist, this is Lee Berger's own take on finding Homo naledi, an all-new species on the human family tree and one of the greatest discoveries of the 21st century. In 2013, Lee Berger, a National Geographic explorer-in-residence, heard of a cache of bones in a hard-to-reach underground cave in South Africa. He put out a call around the world for petite collaborators - men and women small and adventurous enough to be able to squeeze through eight-inch tunnels to reach a sunless cave forty feet underground. It worked.

The fascinating and very personal true tale of one family from South England in the 1850’s, to Asia in the 1930’s and now back in their Kent homestead, in 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first volume of Will Durant's Pulitzer Prize-winning series, Our Oriental Heritage: The Story of Civilization, Volume I chronicles the early history of Egypt, the Middle East, and Asia.

Introducing a new interview podcast hosted by award-winning PBS TV and documentary film producer, Louise Krikorian.Backstory: Why start a podcast called Shaping Our Story? When I was in college, my mentor, Dr. Maurice Elias, talked about human behavior in his Psychology 101 class. I liked this because I had always listened to family, friends, and co-workers' stories about their struggles and successes. As a teacher, I encouraged my students to ​find their purpose and thrive. Over the years of producing for NPR, AFN Radio Europe, and PBS TV, I've interviewed world renowned musicians, ...

Our Crime Was Being Jewish contains 576 vivid memories of 358 Holocaust survivors. These are the true, insider stories of victims, told in their own words. They include the experiences of teenagers who saw their parents and siblings sent to the gas chambers; of starving children beaten for trying to steal a morsel of food; of people who saw their friends commit suicide to save themselves from the daily agony they endured.

‘Our Voices, Our Stories’ is dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sharing the diverse lived experiences of gay men in Western North Carolina. Through personal narratives, oral histories, and multimedia storytelling, we aim to honor the resilience, identity, and cultural contributions of our community—past and present. By amplifying these voices, we foster understanding, connection, and a richer, more inclusive regional history for future generations.

A celebration of The United States of America as we approach our 250th anniversary. This daily show will present a complete linear history of our country told year by year across 250 episodes, beginning in 1776. The goal is to foster a deeper love and understanding of America. This is Our Story. I hope you enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Lives, Our Stories is hosted by social historian and writer Carl Chinn MBE, whose life’s work has been dedicated to bringing to the fore the lives and stories of people too often left out of traditional history books.This podcast is built on a simple but powerful belief: that history must be democratised and that every person’s story matters.In each episode, Carl sits down with guests ranging from well-known figures to community activists and changemakers, exploring the personal histories, experiences, challenges and moments that have shaped who they are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

A podcast about all of the ways our minds make stories and stories make us. A combination of history, myths, psychology, society and stories, exploring what it means to be human.

Our Veterans, Our Stories is a podcast dedicated to preserving the voices of Hancock County’s veterans. Through first-hand accounts, pivotal moments, and personal anecdotes, we bring you some of the untold stories shared within the Hancock County Veterans Service Office. Whether you’re a history buff, a veteran, or simply someone who values the sacrifices made for our country, this podcast offers a unique, unfiltered look at the experiences of those who served. Tune in to hear the powerful narratives of courage, resilience, and brotherhood—because every veteran’s story deserves to be ...

Presented weekly by Manitowoc County Historical Society, Friday mornings at 11:20 on WOMT 1240 AM / 107.9 FM.

As Londonderry YMCA celebrates 40 years at our Drumahoe site and looks ahead to our 170th anniversary, we’re bringing our history to life. Join Project Coordinator Catherine and Archivist Hannah as we sit down with the people who have walked our halls—from the legends of the Rugby and Drama clubs to the staff and young people shaping our future today. Supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, this series is a living archive of the memories, laughter, and connections that have defined the YMCA over the last four decades.

As part of an innovative collaboration between two nonprofits focused on narrative change and community building, Chicago youth produce “Our Stories, Our World,” a series of community-centered narratives about public safety, public health and public education. The collaboration connects Chicago’s own Public Narrative, a longtime advocate for broader, more accurate and more authentic community representation in media, and A Picture’s Worth, a nonprofit focused on strengths-based storytelling for community change. To be released in 2021, the complementary nonprofits’ first project will...

Hosted by J.R. Gibson Our History Our Stories sheds light on hundreds of years of rich black history, heritage and excellence. Each episode highlights the amazing stories of Black Pioneers, Trailblazers & World-Changers from our Past & Present as well as highlighting individuals who are destined to make an impact in the Future. Discover Black History in 5 minutes or less.

Our Story Matters tells the remarkable, little-known stories of the people who struggled for civil rights in South Carolina. Our host is Dr. Bobby Donaldson, University of South Carolina history professor and director of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research. The Center’s research has uncovered the stories of people whose battles changed their lives, our state, and the nation. Listen to them tell their stories in their own words.

Celebrating Africa's History, People, Culture & Folklore. Disclaimer & Fair Use Statement All AfriWetu podcast material may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not have been specifically authorised by the copyright owner. AfriWetu Ltd does not claim any ownership, material belongs to the respective owners. Material is to illustrate & enhance the platform content - purposed for social, cultural & educational use & is distributed without profit. It falls under the fair use doctrine of copyright law. No copyright infringement is intended. ©AfriWetu Ltd All Rights Reserved.

Storytelling, a tradition that built human civilization, may soon destroy it Humans are storytelling animals. Stories are what make our societies possible. Countless books celebrate their virtues. But Jonathan Gottschall, an expert on the science of stories, argues that there is a dark side to...

This short series of podcasts explores the relationship between the BBC and the LGBTQ+ audience over the past 50 years.Dr Matthew Linfoot delves into the archive for features, documentaries and current affairs showing BBC coverage of key events in the queer chronology, from the early days of gay and lesbian liberation to marriage equality.In partnership with two community organisations, Opening Doors and London Friend, older LGBTQ+ people and younger Millennial/Gen Z participants come together to reflect on their relationship with the BBC. They watch and listen to the archive programmes and ...

Fascinating and eloquent, here is the story of America in its own words: gripping first-hand accounts of frontier survival, bravery in battle, and intrepid adventure from the men and women who built America. Organized chronologically, the entries give voice to the Pilgrims and revolutionaries...

Mit diesem Podcast unternehmen wir den Versuch, Schwarze deutsche Geschichte in ihrer Ambivalenz und Verworrenheit zu erzählen. Schwarze Lebensrealitäten während des deutschen Kolonialismus und Nationalsozialismus werden gemeinsam mit gegenwärtigen Perspektiven ins Visier genommen. Dabei stellen wir Fragen wie: Wie äußern sich subversive Momente? Wo gibt es das Potenzial der Identifikation für uns heute? Was lässt sich aus einem Blick in die Vergangenheit lernen? Schwarze deutsche Geschichte reicht bis weit vor dem Beginn des deutschen Kolonialismus zurück. Allerdings kann ...