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As Philip Guedalla aptly puts it, History is the most interesting part of geography, and this is particularly true for European history, which is intricately tied to the continents ever-changing borders. From the Peace of Utrecht in 1713 to the Congress of Vienna in 1815, Europe experienced a relentless cycle of partition and re-partition fueled by conflict. Frederick the Great forged Prussia at Austrias expense, while Catherine the Great claimed the Ukraine. Meanwhile, France witnessed the collapse of the old order as Napoleon redefined the map of Europe. Join us for a compelling journey ...

Bringing you stories behind some of the castles, tower houses, and other historic ruins in the Scottish Borders. Each episode examines a specific site, its history, and how to visit. You'll hear about Reivers, raids, wars, and the families from our turbulent past, along with a little touch of folklore. New episodes are uploaded every week, all hosted by David. For detailed information about the places in these podcasts, go to https://thistleandtime.scot

Everyone knows the history of Scotland: the romance of the highlands with Bonnie Prince Charlie, the Northern Isles with their Pictish and Viking heritage, Dundee with Jute and Jam, Glasgow and its shipyards and Edinburgh and the New Town Enlightenment. But what of the Borders? A published historian and archivist, Mary, and her friend, Doug, explore the less well-trodden paths of Scottish history and folklore as they shine a light on some of the best kept secrets of times past and present in the Scottish Borders. Join them as they chat and natter about the chequered history of the Borders ...

Journey into the fascinating history of the southern Scots families known as reivers. Border Reiving stands as one of the most intriguing phenomena in Scotlands political and social narrative. Spanning the entire Borders from Berwick to the Solway, this history embraces the counties of Berwick, Roxburgh, Selkirk, Peebles, and Dumfries. For over three centuries, these regions were home to bands of moss-troopers whose primary pursuit was to raid and plunder their English neighbors. Understanding the lives of the Border Reivers invites us to consider the harsh realities they faced‚often left ...

Dive into the thrilling and authentic history of the notorious outlaws, Jesse and Frank James. Emerging from the Confederate guerrillas, the James brothers became legendary figures in the wild American west. This podcast, based on reliable sources, traces their infamous path of robbery and murder across the West, as captured in vivid vignettes by J.W. Buel. Discover the latest facts about these desperate freebooters and their notorious exploits.

Storia e regione propone una nuova visione della storia regionale: non più un luogo definito da confini politici o naturali, ma uno spazio flessibile, i cui contorni vengono ridefiniti di volta in volta in base ai fenomeni storici analizzati. Geschichte und Region bietet eine neue Perspektive auf Regionalgeschichte: keine Region im administrativen Sinn, die durch politische oder natürliche Grenzen festgelegt ist, sondern ein flexibler Raum, der je nach den Besonderheiten der untersuchten historischen Phänomene immer wieder neu bestimmt werden muss. In partnership with: Center for Autonomy ...

Overlooking the Border continues the dialogue surrounding the social history of Jerusalem. Based on ethnographic fieldwork, the book juxtaposes Israeli and Palestinian personal narratives about the past with contemporary museum exhibits, street plaques, tourism, and real estate projects that are reshaping the city since the decline of the peace process and the second intifada. As sites of memory, Jerusalem's homes, streets, and natural areas form the setting for emotionally charged narratives about belonging and rights to place.

In the realm of autobiography, few narratives resonate as powerfully as Mr. Garlands story of his life. I would place it among the finest works of its kind in literature. This tale reveals the poets profound understanding of the immense struggle between humanity and nature, capturing the relentless toil and ingenuity required to wrestle beauty and sustenance from the earth. With a heart that oscillates between disdain and deep affection for the West, Garlands journey unfolds as both a tribute to a generation and an unparalleled epic of American experience. As you delve into his life story, ...

What can we learn from our past to help shape our future? How can we understand our interconnectedness and celebrate our differences? "Across the Border" is dedicated to exploring these questions and more. Join me every third Tuesday of the month as we delve into history, culture, and the human experience, all through a lens that challenges us to see the world and its people as a whole, rather than through the insularity we are born into. This podcast is a space to break free from the limitations that borders impose on us, both physically and ideologically. By sharing incredible stories from ...

Welcome to a thought-provoking podcast series that takes you on an immersive journey along the Southern Border of the United States. Join us as we delve deep into the complexities and nuances of this region, exploring its history, geography, politics, culture, and the myriad challenges it faces.From the natural beauty of the borderlands to the evolving immigration policies, border security debates, and the human stories that unfold within and around the border, this series aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Southern Border. We'll navigate through the historical milestones, ...

The podcast of when, where and why! Join a treasure trove of expert guests as we choose a location and period each episode, and discover the fascinating stories of world history that make each so unique.

A podcast about the politics and the history of the eastern Europe - including, but not limited to the current state of Russia, politics of the EU, history of the USSR and the region in general.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/theeasternborder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

かつて摂津・丹波・但馬・播磨・淡路の旧五国から構成され、多くの文化が入り混じっていた兵庫県は、特色あるそれぞれの文化が現在にも受け継がれ存在している。2010年代にはヨーロッパにあった多くの文化が混ざり合った国「ユーゴスラビア」になぞらえて「ヒョーゴスラビア」という表現が登場。 2020年からのコロナ渦では、日本では「都道府県をまたいだ移動の自粛」が求められ、これまで以上に「県境」が意識されるようになりました...

Borderline Realities is a narrative podcast that investigates the thin, flickering edge between truth and the unbelievable in Latin America.From hidden military experiments to unexplained disappearances, secret frequencies to forbidden files, each episode reveals a true case that feels too strange to be real — and too detailed to be made up. If it wasn’t caught on tape… it might have been erased.

Much has been written about the South African Border war which is also known as the Namibian War of Independence. While the fighting was ostensibly about Namibia, most of the significant battles were fought inside Namibia’s northern neighbour, Angola. South Africa’s 23 year border war has been almost forgotten as the Cold War ebbed away and bygones were swept under the political carpet. South African politicians, particularly the ANC and the National Party, decided during negotiations to end years of conflict that the Truth and Reconciliation commission would focus on the internal struggle...

A family ripped from their rural Queensland community, and a town fighting to bring them back. The Nadesalingam family captured the hearts and minds of people across the world when they were ripped from their regional Australian community of Biloela, but there’s more to this than a heartwarming story. You Have Been Told A Lie will explore the social fabric of Sri Lanka forcing Tamils to flee, the geopolitical and national forces at play when it comes to Australia’s immigration policy, the groundswell movement from their local community and beyond, the treatment and processing of asylum ...

In The Great Great Wall, architectural historian and critic Ian Volner takes a deep dive into the story of Donald Trump’s wall. Volner follows the conception, selling, design, and construction (or lack thereof) of this expensive and consequential barrier, giving listeners a detailed description of what’s happening in Washington, DC - and along the border. He also travels far afield, to China, the Middle East, northern England, and back to our border to examine the barriers we’ve been building for centuries.

In 1985, in Texas, Jayson Woodward stepped outside of her home and was abducted, raped, and held hostage, until she managed to escape her assailant. He was captured on the border between the United States and Mexico. Three unknown armed men would later kidnap Jayson's rapist from a Mexican jail, and bring him back to Texas, where he was found in a park, in his underwear, by Texas law enforcement. An incredible true crime story of a terrible crime that became an international incident, as well as a remarkable portrait of courage and an unexpected spiritual awakening, as Jayson went through it ...

La semana de pasión comienza con el Domingo de Ramos y termina con el Domingo de Pascua. Vivir la Semana Santa es acompañar a Jesús en esta historia que empieza con la temporada 1.

La Semana de la Pasión se llama así debido a la pasión con la que Jesús voluntariamente fue a la cruz para pagar por los pecados de su pueblo. Esta es la historia de la pasión de cristo narrada a través de la historia de un joven que se encuentra con su vocación de nuevo.