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Every quote has a story. A moment, a voice, a spark that changed the course of history. In The Quote Stories, we uncover the real moments behind the words that moved the world. From speeches that ignited revolutions to quiet lines that shaped minds, each episode brings you a vivid, story-driven journey into the quote, the context, and the people who lived it. Short, cinematic, and unforgettable. Hit play and discover the story behind the sentence. All stories are based on real events and people, where some dialogue and scenes have been dramatised for narrative impact.

Life-changing quotes often encapsulate profound truths or insights that can inspire personal growth and transformation. They encourage reflection, challenge limiting beliefs, and motivate action. For example, quotes like ”Be the change you wish to see in the world” by Gandhi highlight the power of individual responsibility, while ”The only way to do great work is to love what you do” by Steve Jobs emphasizes passion as a catalyst for success. Such quotes serve as reminders to embrace change, pursue dreams, and live authentically, making them powerful tools for self-improvement and ...

Dive into the world of timeless wisdom with a podcast that explores the stories and meanings behind the most iconic quotes in history. Each episode, we journey through time to uncover the context, the character, and the impact of quotes that have shaped our world. From ancient philosophers to modern-day leaders, we offers a unique lens on the words that have inspired, challenged, and transformed generations. Join us as we decode the essence of these famous sayings, learn about the lives of the individuals behind them, and discover how these words continue to resonate in today's society. ...

The Daily Quote: Big thoughts, broken down, before you finish your coffee.The Daiy Quote releases every day Monday through Friday. Breaking down some of the most famous and inspirational quotes in history, and asks how they may be relevant to either our own lives, or todays society as a whole. Each episode lasts the length of your coffee break, allowing you to take that much needed deep breath. Every Saturday, we release a full length compilation of the previous weeks shows, for those with more time to themselves!

Welcome to There’s More to The Quote where we dig into the origins of our culture’s most repeated quotes & sayings and how they inform the way we relate to ourselves and each other.

While wisdom is something to be accrued through experience and knowledge, "500 Quotes to Learn Wisdom from Classical Greek Philosophers" offers a shortcut. Dipping into the minds of some of the most revered thinkers of Ancient Greece, this book is packed with insights, reflections, and observations sure to inspire and stimulate thought. A superb gift for anyone with an inquiring mind. Considered one of the founders of Western and Greek philosophy, Plato (243 BC – 347 BC) was born in Athens. Many of his works are still studied to this day.

"300 Quotes to Learn Strategy with Sun Tzu, Machiavelli, Napoleon" is a collection of insightful quotes from three of the world’s greatest-ever leaders, generals and thinkers. From Niccolò Machiavelli, the father of modern political philosophy, and Sun Tzu, an ancient Chinese general and military strategist, to Napoleon Bonaparte, the famous French Emperor of France, this brilliant collection will teach you everything there is to know about strategy. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 - 1821) was a French military and political leader who was also Emperor of France.

Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the powerful words and enduring legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. With each episode, we aim to illuminate the path that King carved through his advocacy for nonviolence, justice, and equality. Our discussions are more than just a history lesson; they are a beacon of hope and a guide for navigating the complexities of the modern world with compassion and courage. Through insightful analysis and reflective conversation, we explore the depth of King's wisdom and its application in today's societal issues. This podcast is an invitation to understand...

"100 Quotes by Aeschylus" unveils the musings of the originator of tragedy. With topics such as religion, life, love, and death taken to task, Aeschylus offers the 21st-century reader an insight into the thoughts and feelings of the Ancient Greeks. However, what is surprising is just how resonant many of those ideas are today. An outstanding book for those seeking bite-sized nuggets of timeless wisdom. Thought to have been born in Eleusis, Aeschylus (524BC – 456BC) is the subject of both myth and legend. According to the story, at the age of 26, he was working in a vineyard.

Featuring some of the most brilliant and notable sayings from a revolutionising world, "100 Quotes by Nicolas de Chamfort" paints a vivid mosaic of life during and after the French Revolution. Having thrown himself into the Republican movement and fight to overthrow the last king of France, Chamfort was one of the first to have entered the Bastille as it was triumphantly stormed. Secretary to Louis XVI’s sister and of the notary Jacobin Club, he went on to witness the dawn of a new era with the reign of Marat and Robespierre, underseeing the campaign towards universal men’s suffrage.

"100 Quotes by Jean Giraudoux" takes readers on a journey behind the scenes of one of the most important French dramatists of the period between World War I and World War II. A novelist, essayist, diplomat, and playwright, Giraudoux’s work features stylistic elegance and poetic fantasy – during a time when the world was far from at ease. An ideal book for dipping in and out of, this must-read collection is ideal for history buffs looking to uncover the greatest thinkers of an unprecedented period. Jean Giraudoux (1882-1944) was a French literary figure of immense might.

100 Quotes by Anne Frank is a poignant collection of thoughts and observations from the world’s most famous diarist. Touching, observational, and often funny, these quotes create a collage of a teenager whose world had been turned upside down. One of the most important documentarians of the Second World War, Frank’s views and feelings are both timeless and aligned with a darker chapter in humanity’s history. A fascinating and thought-provoking read, it's a great addition to any library.

This will be an interview style podcast that brings stories of career salespeople's lives outside of selling, while also discussing what life as a seller has been like.

Napoléon Bonaparte (born Napoleone di Buonaparte; 15 August 1769 – 5 May 1821), usually referred to as simply Napoleon in English, was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led several successful campaigns during the Revolutionary Wars.

The show where we discuss various quotes from history and various pop culture and how they are impactful.

Inspired by her own foremothers’ legacies and the friendships formed throughout her life, Rozella Kennedy centers and celebrates the stories of 100 Black, Brown, Asian, and Indigenous women—both famous and little-known—who changed the course of US history. In the beautiful pages of Our...

Una nuova serie di podcast documentaristici sui grandi disastri aerei. Analizzando i dati dei registri di volo e le registrazioni vocali delle conversazioni tra i piloti e gli addetti alla torre di controllo, ricostruiamo gli incidenti aerei più clamorosi della storia.

"The Prince" is the most famous of Machiavelli's works; it gives very clear, precise and realistic instructions on how to gain and maintain power, fortune, and glory, sometimes at the expense of others. Written in 1513, it is one of the most feared and hated political treatises, taken to be the first work in which the effect the leader desires to achieve is taken as more important than any abstract ideal or ethical value that might prevent him from taking immoral action.