Showing results for "The Hunter" in Social Sciences

Emily Craig has been a witness to history, helping to seek justice for thousands of murder victims, both famous and unknown. It’s a personal story that you won’t soon forget. Emily first became intrigued by forensics work when, as a respected medical illustrator, she was called in by the local police to create a model of a murder victim’s face. Her fascination with that case led to a dramatic midlife career change: She would go back to school to become a forensic anthropologist - and one of the most respected and best-known “bone hunters” in the nation.

Dive into the world of spectral phenomena through the eyes of a skeptical author who examines famous ghostly encounters. Drawing on early 20th-century scientific research in psychology, he sheds light on concepts like suggestion and hallucinations, while also exploring his intriguing beliefs in mesmerism and telepathy. The journey concludes with a fascinating look at ghost hunters and those who investigate psychic phenomena. - Summary by Rapunzelina

Journey into the heart of the Amazon with H.M. Tomlinsons The Sea and the Jungle, a remarkable travel narrative that captures his firsthand experiences aboard the English steamer Capella. Driven by a desire to escape his mundane job in London, Tomlinson embarks on an adventurous voyage to deliver supplies to railroad workers amidst the lush, untamed wilderness of Brazil. His account is rich with vivid imagery of the tumultuous sea, the vibrant tropics, and the myriad challenges he faces—from storms and yellow fever to the peculiarities of life in the jungle. With a blend of sharp wit and ...

The Defenseless Moments Podcast dives deep into the world of health and safety, sharing an in-depth look into the industry. In this podcast, host Hunter Visser interviews authors, consultants, and managers in the safety field about thought-provoking experiences lived and learned throughout their careers. Tune in for our first twelve-part series where we talk with the author of SafeStart, Larry Wilson about the stories behind each chapter in his new book, Defenseless Moments: a different perspective on human error.

At The Table with Baz is a podcast about local people and the stories behind the work they do. Baz sits down with guests from food, farming, business and the creative world for open conversations about life, work and the community. Pull up a seat. (It'll be a good crack too!)

We are Story Hunters. We're based in the most mysterious city of Los Angeles, and we are collecting supernatural stories from all over the world.

Poverty is much more than simply a lack of material resources, and it takes much more than donations and handouts to solve it. When Helping Hurts shows how some alleviation efforts, failing to consider the complexities of poverty, have actually (and unintentionally) done more harm than good. But it looks ahead. It encourages us to see the dignity in everyone, to empower the materially poor, and to know that we are all uniquely needy - and that God in the gospel is reconciling all things to himself.

A timely groundbreaking book in the vein of Derrick Bell's Faces at the Bottom of the Well, one of the country's foremost voices on reparations, offers a radical and vital new framework going beyond the current debate over this controversial issue. For over a century, the idea of reparations for...

Some stories are too good to be true. And some lies are too good not to believe.Hoax Hunters is your daily deep dive into the anatomy of a lie. We track down history's most audacious frauds, forgeries, and fakes—from the lost princess who wasn’t lost, to the petrified giant that captivated a nation, to the Martian invasion that never happened.Each episode is a forensic investigation into a single, masterful deception. We’ll meet the brilliant con artists, the charismatic cult leaders, and the scientific frauds who managed to fool the world.But the real mystery isn't how they did it. It's...

Part tell-all, part cautionary tale, this emotionally charged memoir from a former video vixen nicknamed 'Superhead' goes beyond the glamour of celebrity to reveal the inner workings of the hip-hop dancer industry—from the physical and emotional abuse that's rampant in the industry, and which...

Dive into the exhilarating, raw account of the early California gold rush years, 1851-1854, through the eyes of Scottish adventurer and artist, J. D. Borthwick. Originally published in 1857 as Three Years in California, this captivating narration has been reproduced under the more evocative title, The Gold Hunters. Join us as we journey back in time with Borthwicks vivid storytelling. (Summary by Sue Anderson)

One Life | One Story is a podcast about real people’s lives. Each episode centers on a single person and a defining experience, sometimes one moment, sometimes a series of moments, that will reshape how you see the world, yourself, or the people around you.These stories are told in the speaker’s own words. They can be hopeful, tragic, and sometimes uncomfortable, with most living somewhere in between. Just honest accounts of experiences that stay with you long after.This is a space for reflection, understanding, and listening.If you have a story you’d like to share, email:...

DA Roberts hosts the Nightmare Hunter Podcast, where cryptids, horror, and mythic storytelling converge. Join DA as he interviews expert guests on these subjects. Explore more at www.daroberts.netJoin the X at unxnetwork.com to get our daily newsletter with show listings and more perks!

The January 6th attack is an unprecedented crime in American history. Sprawling and openly political, it can't be handled by the traditional rules and norms of law enforcement--threatening the very idea of justice and its role in society. The attack on the Capitol building following the 2020...

Join us on an exhilarating journey as we follow an intrepid orchid hunter through the vibrant landscapes of Colombia. This captivating travelogue explores bustling cities, diverse cultures, and the rich flora and fauna encountered along the way. Set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in history—the French attempt to construct a canal in Panama—our protagonist navigates the complexities of a world where European and South American elites are celebrated, while the indigenous peoples are often overlooked. With a keen eye for detail, the narrative unfolds as the hunter recounts ...

Four young men each give their unqualified opinions on unnatural events and mysterious conspiracy theories.

Welcome to Fairy Gaymothers Sorta! Your hosts, Kat and Hunter, walk you through what exactly it means to be a Fairy Gaymother and why they're only "Sorta" there. As the "inventors" of this term and the singular authority on who/what meets the criteria, they're making it all up!Each episode we'll highlight a Fairy Gaymother in the wild and explore a new piece of the self-imposed curriculum in our training. We're learning to be our best, gayest, most off-putting selves and we're here to pass our knowledge and failings onto you! So strap in!

This riveting historical novel launches a series chronicling the fierce colonial struggle between France and England in North America. Centering on the battle for influence over the powerful Iroquois Confederacy, or Hodenosaunee, the story combines rich detail with historical fidelity to portray a gripping era culminating in the fall of Quebec.

A criminal plot, a kidnapped youth, and a sinister intelligence on an alien world. Out-Hunter Ras Hume has a plan to steal a fortune with a shadowy underworld character, but the plot goes awry on the supposedly open world of Jumala, which is not as open as it seemed. A classic science fiction novella by sci-fi master Andre Norton.

"Atenție, nelegiuiții pe două roți nu mai sunt la porțile orașului! Sunt chiar printre noi!" Așa ar fi sunat titlul vreunui ziar local din America anilor 1960 după ce Hell’s Angels ar fi dat năvală în oraș, doar ca să se distreze în stilul lor caracteristic: motoare, raiduri, femei, droguri și bere. Mituri, exagerări sau adevăruri îngrozitoare? Prejudecăți sau fapte dovedite? Ziariștii îi adorau pentru că le ofereau subiecte de scandal, iar publicul era fascinat de aerul lor amenințător și, într-un fel, misterios de răzvrătiți și antieroi neînțeleși.