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Romila Thapar is one of the most important indian academics writing today. Well-researched and thoroughly accessible, this volume is sure to become essential listening for those interested in Indian history and religion. It includes her experience of writing history textbooks for school, analysis of ancient history and interpretations of the epics, and the role history plays in contemporary politics.

Past Present Future is a bi-weekly History of Ideas podcast with David Runciman, host and creator of Talking Politics, exploring the history of ideas from politics to philosophy, culture to technology. David talks to historians, novelists, scientists and many others about where the most interesting ideas come from, what they mean, and why they matter. Ideas from the past, questions about the present, shaping the future. New episodes every Wednesday and Sunday.

These early philosophical writings underpinned the Chinese revolutions and their clarion calls to insurrection remain some of the most stirring of all time. Drawing on a dizzying array of references from contemporary culture and politics, Zizek's firecracker commentary reaches unsettling conclusions about the place of Mao's thought in the revolutionary canon.

Built to Divide is a cinematic audio documentary that unearths how America’s homes became the front lines of inequality. From land giveaways to red lines, gated communities to algorithmic rent hikes—each episode reveals the forces that shaped not only where we live, but who gets to belong. Guided by host Dimitrius Lynch Jr., an award-winning architect with a storyteller’s eye for systems and design, this series traces how policy, psychology, and profit converged to build division into the very architecture of everyday life. Through vivid historical narratives, archival sound, and modern ...

"Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order" is the story of one of the most shocking decisions in American history: the executive order to target and round up innocent citizens, Japanese Americans, at the outbreak of World War II. This six-episode narrative podcast will examine and shed new light on how that policy came to be, who was behind it, who attempted to stop it, and the heroism needed to end the policy for good. Brazen lies and stereotypes about a minority group being pushed by senior government officials. Desperate efforts to prevent the policy from going into place. A community terrorized ...

At the age of 23, David Dickenson Mann was convicted of forgery, narrowly escaping the gallows and instead being transported to New South Wales in 1799. Just three years later, he received a full pardon and quickly found himself in the secretarys office of the colonial government. However, his fortunes shifted when he fell afoul of Governor William Bligh, leading him to prepare for a return to England. In a twist of fate, by 1808 he was back in favor with the rebel government that had overthrown Bligh. His work, The Present Picture of New South Wales, dedicated to the newly arrived Governor ...

Lessons from Springfield: Resisting Violent Narratives is a limited-series podcast dedicated to exploring how activists, policymakers, faith leaders, and community organizers challenge and dismantle harmful political narratives, particularly in response to recent events in Springfield, OH. Through in-depth conversations, we highlight the strategies, resilience, and impact of those working to counter misinformation, fear-based rhetoric, and systemic injustices.

Join podcast hosts Chief Jeff Johnson (Ret.) and Chief Kim Zagaris (Ret.) as they are joined by experts in the field of preventing and fighting wildfires. 🎥 Watch: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | PodBean | Player FM | Podchaser🎧 Listen On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | PodBean | iHeartRadio | Player FM | Podchaser

Join podcast hosts Chief Jeff Johnson (Ret.) and Chief Kim Zagaris (Ret.) as they are joined by experts in the field of preventing and fighting wildfires. 🎥 Watch: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | PodBean | Player FM | Podchaser🎧 Listen On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | PodBean | iHeartRadio | Player FM | Podchaser

A sudden phone call changes everything."Your Majesty," comes the voice that William has never heard addressed to him before. In that instant, the Prince of Wales becomes King William the Fifth, thrust into the most demanding role on earth while still processing the devastating news that his father has died.King William takes listeners inside the most dramatic royal transition in modern history—a speculative series exploring what happens when constitutional duty collides with private grief, when ancient ceremonies meet modern media, and when a family's most intimate moments become the world's...

Hear from experienced public affairs professionals, as our host Jack Talbot discusses the past, present and future of the profession with those who are shaping it. From the days of posting letters to the future of technology-driven practices and AI insights, discover how the industry has changed, what its main focuses are now, and where it will be going.

Every morning, you will wake up to a morning podcast where you will get straight, unbiased, and up to date news about the world of politics! I will take you through the biggest headlines, news that both sides of the spectrum are missing, and the facts that matter most in today's world. From Donald Trump's Presidential Administration to lingering questions in the world of politics, I'll make sure that you have the clearest idea of where politicians and organizations stand in their policies. Most important, your morning podcast will always be served with unbiased, straightforward, useful facts!

Want a real, only slightly snarky, debate of the current issues? Our plucky panel of political pundits take a REALLY FAIR and BALANCED look at this morning’s headlines. They’re A.I. characters whose only purpose is to present their side’s viewpoint as honestly as possible.

Explore the fascinating history of Russia, spanning from 500 B.C. to 1855 A.D., as narrated by John Stevens Cabot Abbott, brother of the renowned Jacob Abbott. This captivating summary by Jean Bascom brings to life the rich tapestry of Russian history.

'SPERI Presents…' is a podcast taking on the big questions in political economy for scholars, students and publics within and beyond the discipline.We also host 'New Thinking in Political Economy', an ongoing series with monthly episodes. Dr Remi Edwards is joined by authors of new research to explore the motivations behind, contributions and implications of their work for understanding power and politics in the global economy.The first limited series was 'Lessons in Power'. Professor Michael Jacobs and Mems Ayinla interview ministers and advisors from the New Labour administration (1997-...

A VULTURE BEST BOOK From renowned organizers and activists Leah Hunt-Hendrix and Astra Taylor, comes the first in-depth examination of Solidarity—not just as a rallying cry, but as potent political movement with potential to effect lasting change. A DAYTON LITERARY PEACE PRIZE FINALIST...

From government policies to the air we breathe, the high streets we shop on, the food on our plates, and the places we live and work - our health is shaped by the world around us.​Featuring expert guests from a breadth of sectors, fields and industries, Spread the Health explores how our environment influences health in both obvious and unexpected ways. ​We tackle the big questions about the nation's health and, crucially, examine how to overcome the barriers to building a healthier future for all.​Spread the Health is a podcast from the Royal Society for Public Health, the world’s ...

Survivors is a haven for people and stories that need to be heard. This series explores the resilience of individuals who have overcome adversity. Their endeavours range from confronting personal fears to impacting community change. Each episode is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, an echo of our collective resilience. It's more than a series; it's a movement, a remedy to despair, a beacon of hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indigov CRO Liz Fischer hosts conversations with individuals from across government with an eye for innovating government processes and building better relationships between public officials and the constituents they serve.

World-renowned journalist Christiane Amanpour and ex-husband Jamie Rubin, a former US State Department official, unpack today’s defining global crises. Drawing on decades of insider experience in global affairs, reporting from conflict zones, and grilling world leaders, they explain how we ended up where we are – and where we might be going. Forget about a new world order – right now, there’s no world order. From Trump and Putin to the war in Ukraine, China’s global rise, and chaos in the Middle East, geopolitics has never been more dangerous or unpredictable. The Ex Files provides ...