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In a rare attempt to understand the Indianness of Indians-among the most intelligent people in the world, but also, to a dispassionate eye, perhaps the most baffling-V. Raghunathan uses the props of game theory and behavioral economics to provide an insight into the difficult conundrum...

In 1902, Morris and Rose Michtom invented the Teddy Bear in the back room of their Brooklyn candy store. Together they launched the Ideal Toy Corporation, joining a set of other poor, first-generation Jewish toymakers. Playmakers reveals how the toy industry created the idealized American childhood: an enchanted world, full of wild creatures and eternal struggles between good and evil, with endless realms of fantasy and beauty.

Das Stück über ihn erinnert nicht nur an die Aufbruchstimmung in Zeiten der Weimarer Republik, es zeichnet auch den Zusammenbruch eines Deutschlands nach, das sein Heil im Faschismus suchte. Vom gefeierten Autor des expressionistischen Dramas Der Sohn über den entschiedenen Gegner des Ersten wie Zweiten Weltkriegs und Komödienschreiber hin zum durch Europa Flüchtenden auf der Suche nach einem Ort, der ihm vor den Schergen des Dritten Reichs Schutz bieten sollte, ist das Drama Hasenclever das Porträt einer Zeit, die unter Krieg und Diktatur litt.

‘Enlightening, moving’ SIR IAN MCKELLEN From the acclaimed and bestselling biographer Jonathan Bate, a luminous new exploration of Shakespeare and how his themes can untangle comedy and tragedy, learning and loving in our modern lives. ‘The web of our life is of a mingled yarn, good and...

Noh (Nō), or Nogaku, is a captivating form of classical Japanese musical drama that has been enchanting audiences since the 14th century. Originating from the Sino-Japanese term for skill or talent, Noh was developed by the visionary duo Kanami and his son Zeami, making it the oldest major theatrical art still performed today. A traditional Noh performance typically features five Noh plays interspersed with comedic kyōgen pieces, though modern presentations often showcase a more abbreviated format of two Noh plays and one kyōgen. An okina play may open the performance, particularly during ...

A behind-the-scenes look at how the military uses video game technology to train soldiers, treat veterans, and entice new recruits How does the U.S. military train its soldiers for new forms of armed conflict, all within the constraints of diminished defense budgets? Increasingly, the answer is...

An authoritative exploration of how Black Americans have shaped baseball from its emergence after the Civil War to the Negro Leagues and Jackie Robinson’s breaking of the color barrier, up to today’s game—by award-winning author Gerald Early in collaboration with the National Baseball Hall...

Lord Vishnu's sixth avatar, Parshuram, is a warrior-sage known for his unparalleled might and unshakable devotion to dharma. This podcast will delve into his journey of wielding the axe, annihilating kshatriyas to restore balance and his transition into a guiding mentor who continues to live in penance and service to dharma.Producers: Rosepod PlayConcept & Direction: Tamir KhanAssistant Director: Shruti Shelatkar, Mevin Abraham & Kritika KhandelwalWriters: Umesh UpadhyayaDubbing : Lalit KordeFor business enquiries - business@roseaudiovisuals.com

The inspiration for the Play It Loud exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art "Every guitar player will want to read this book twice. And even the casual music fan will find a thrilling narrative that weaves together cultural history, musical history, race, politics, business case studies...

A humorous and rousing set of literal and figurative sojourns as well as a mission statement about comprehending, protecting, and truly experiencing the outdoors, fueled by three journeys undertaken by actor, humorist, and New York Times bestselling author Nick Offerman Nick Offerman has always...

Park & Play is a Scottish podcast hosted by Paul, filmed entirely in the car — where guests jump in the passenger seat and share the real journey behind their success.From comedians and full-time gamers to footballers and talent on the rise, each episode dives into where it all started, how they built momentum, and what’s coming next.This isn’t a polished studio chat — it’s honest, in-the-car conversation with people who’ve pushed themselves, backed their craft and made it happen.🚗 A Scottish podcast filmed in the motor🎤 Real stories from people winning in their field⚽ ...

This collection of letters and excerpts from Mr. Dickens' novels, edited by Mr. Woollcott, shows us how infatuated the author was with the theater. His correspondences with Macready and Forster are brimming with reviews (both good and bad) of plays that the author attended. Mr. Woollcott also included theater-related excerpts from David Copperfield, Great Expectations, and, of course, Nicholas Nickleby. A delight for lovers of Dickens and of the stage!

"Welcome to The Final Play, the podcast that dives deep into the untold stories and unforgettable moments in sports history. Through gripping documentaries and expert insights, we uncover the hidden narratives behind legendary athletes, iconic games, and the transformative power of sport. Whether it’s a pivotal match, a behind-the-scenes story, or a game-changing event, The Final Play takes you on a journey through the heart of athletics. Tune in for a captivating, in-depth exploration of the sporting world, where every episode brings you closer to the action and the legacy that lives on."

In this two-part series, The Protest and the Play, we look back at two very different plays that were cancelled before they hit the stage – Behzti in 2004 and Exhibit B in 2014 – and use their 10 and 20-year anniversaries as a jumping-off point to ask: where do the limits of artistic freedom lie? Who has the right to tell certain stories? And would these plays be commissioned today?Behzti, a play by Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti, was cancelled by the Birmingham Reparatory Theatre after protests by members of the Sikh community, who were angered by the playwright’s depiction of a rape in a ...

Academia Play, uno de los canales didácticos de YouTube más exitosos y con más seguidores, realiza en este audiolibro, profusamente ilustrado, un emocionante recorrido por 25 de las más famosas batallas de la Historia de la humanidad. En un formato original y dinámico, con mapas e ilustraciones, mayores y pequeños podrán conocer a fondo los entresijos de más de dos milenios de guerras de un modo diferente y entretenido.

Trata sobre comienzos en la musica

In every game there’s a moment that turns the tide. A single play can change the outcome of a game, and even shift the course of human history.

Press Play is a long-form documentary podcast from website Play Diaries (playdiaries.com), delving into games and games culture.

Bienvenue dans Play Pause Cut, le podcast qui vous emmène en salle de montage. Je m'appelle Yasmina Jaafri et j'ai envie de vous faire découvrir mon métier à travers le témoignage de celles et ceux qui le font.En montage, on est souvent solitaire dans notre pratique. Il y a bien sûr les échanges avec les réalisateur.ices, mais il est assez rare de travailler en direct avec d’autres monteur.ses. Difficile alors d’échanger sur nos pratiques et nos manières de travailler. Pour cela, la pause à la machine à café est capitale: On y fait connaissance, on discute de nos projets ...

From Politico’s National Political Reporter Alex Isenstadt, a fly-on-the-wall account of Donald Trump’s history-defying reelection campaign, illustrating how he overcame seemingly insurmountable challenges to return to the White House. Over the course of the last four years, the American...