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Join the impulsive and self-absorbed Rhoda as she navigates the challenges of boarding school, discovering the profound lessons of recklessness and the power of forgiveness. A captivating tale that explores the complexities of youth and personal growth. (Summary by JudiMason)

Critical theory emerged in the 1920s from the work of the Frankfurt School, the circle of German-Jewish academics who sought to diagnose—and, if at all possible, cure—the ills of society, particularly fascism and capitalism. In this book, Stephen Eric Bronner provides sketches of leading representatives of the critical tradition (such as George Lukács and Ernst Bloch, Theodor Adorno and Walter Benjamin, Herbert Marcuse and Jurgen Habermas) as well as many of its seminal texts and empirical investigations.

Whether you’re a law student, an undergraduate considering law school, or a lifelong learner, join me as we demystify the law — one concept at a time. We break down complex legal principles into plain English, making the law accessible for everyone.

What was for lunch, what is for lunch, and what will be for lunch. A show about school lunch. Host Andru and Matt talk about pressing issues with modern day school lunch, and invite a guest each episode to discuss their experience at the school lunch table.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the Broads of Norfolk and Suffolk, a remarkable natural ecosystem born from medieval peat excavations. Join us as we explore this unique landscape, teeming with diverse flora and fauna, some found nowhere else on Earth. Guided by the book’s author—a self-taught naturalist and the celebrated voice behind the pen name John Knowlittle—we’ll journey through the changing seasons of the Broads, discovering the vibrant life that thrives here. Tune in for an auditory stroll along these beautiful waterways, where well share captivating stories and ...

Join Grace Harlowe and her close-knit group of friends—Anne Pierson, Nora OMalley, and Jessica Bright—as they navigate the trials and triumphs of high school life at Oakdale High. In this captivating series, the girls champion fair play and virtue while forming bonds with troubled classmates like Miriam Nesbit and Eleanor Savell. From playing basketball to founding the sorority Phi Sigma Tau, their adventures also include friendships with boys like David Nesbit and Tom Gray, creating a dynamic group known as The Eight Originals. Experience the laughter, challenges, and unforgettable ...

Birds and All Nature was a captivating monthly publication from the Nature Study Publishing Company in Chicago. This enchanting magazine features a delightful collection of short poems and vivid descriptions of birds, animals, and various other natural wonders, all beautifully complemented by stunning color plates. Published from 1897 to 1907 under various titles, including Birds, Birds and all Nature, Nature and Art, and Birds and Nature, it invites readers to explore the beauty of the natural world. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer

This is my first podcast, please have fun listening and give feedback :)

This is my first podcast, please have fun listening and give feedback :)

The students in Quinnipiac University School of Law’s 2025-26 International Human Rights Law course created and produced this podcast. The episode topics (in alphabetical order) and presenters are:“Children’s Rights,” Natasha Silva, Abby Stock, and Julia Teti.“Mythbusting ‘Universal’ Human Rights,” Tom Lepore and Catherine Sloat.“The Role and Effectiveness of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the International Court of Justice (ICJ),” Kaila Coleman and Shianne Taylor.Theme music by Matt Hawkins.

High school humanities for teachers, students, and parents.

Climb aboard for a ride you’ve never taken before. School Bus Banter pulls back the yellow curtain on the real world of school bus driving — the early mornings, the chaos, the heart, and the hilariously unexpected moments that only happen when you’re responsible for dozens of tiny humans before 8 a.m.Hosted by two veteran drivers who’ve seen it all (and probably cleaned it up), this show mixes on-the-road stories, behind-the-scenes insights, safety know-how, and the kind of humor you only earn by surviving years of middle-school field trips. Whether you drive a bus, used to ride one, ...

The Market in Global International Society tracks the idea and practice of the market through both modern and premodern times, and its evolution as a primary institution in international relations over the past two centuries. It develops a new approach to understanding the relationship between the market and other social and political institutions of global international society.

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A handful of sixth-graders have been chosen to attend an exclusive weekend at the Octagon Valley Institute, the mysterious, high-tech lab of the uber famous multimillionaire, genius, recluse Onassander Octagon. What will they do there? No one is telling. Which just makes everyone want to get in. Edwin has high hopes for the weekend—hopes he’ll meet other kids like him—kids who will accept him even though he’s got a photographic memory, genius level math skills and some very specific personality quirks. But when he meets the other kids, he starts to wonder if they’re all in the right place.

It’s Just Research is a podcast produced by the School of Education, Communication & Society (ECS) at King’s College London, that demystifies research while offering a critical outlook onto the global challenges we face in the 21st century.Bringing to light the behind-the-scenes of research, the interviewees will unpack the research concepts, theoretical and methodological approaches, and ambitions for social change driving their diverse interests – from sociolinguistics, education technology and its effects on social inequality, youth work, post-colonial community building, health ...

Every day at Union Public Schools, thousands of dedicated people show up to make a difference. Join Dr. John Federline as he sits down with the employees who make Union what it is—talking about their journeys, their passions, and what keeps them here.

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Constitutional Conventions is the official podcast of the Yale Federalist Society. Hosts Jonathan Feld and Zack Austin are joined by leading lawyers, jurists, and intellectuals to discuss pressing issues in law, jurisprudence, and public policy. Constitutional Conventions gives you a taste of the exciting programming hosted by Yale Law School's Federalist Society. New episodes are released every Thursday morning.

Welcome to Hebrew School Dropouts! You don't need to have actually dropped out of Hebrew school to be a Hebrew School Dropout. Maybe you went for a few years and had a bar or bat mitzvah before calling it quits. Maybe you skipped the whole thing entirely. Maybe you're exploring Jewish identity for the first time after a 23andMe surprise. What matters is the mentality: you're skeptical of easy answers, allergic to platitudes, and curious whether Judaism might have more to offer than you assumed. Our show is for secular, spiritual-but-not-religious, unaffiliated, and questioning people who want ...