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Brought to you by Penguin. A prescient, thoughtful and chilling examination of the current state of the world If there are lessons from history, now is the time when we need to heed them, so that we do not end up in another Great Power war because of the fatal combinations of jingoism, fear...

From the creator of the award-winning podcast series The History of Rome and Revolutions comes the fascinating history of the bloody battles, political machinations, and human drama that set the stage for the fall of the Roman Republic. "Remarkably engaging." —Washington Post The Roman...

Brought to you by Penguin Our world is full of patterns. If you pour milk into your tea and give it a stir, you'll see a swirl, a spiral of two fluids, before the two liquids mix completely. The same pattern is found elsewhere too. Look down on the Earth from space, and you'll find similar...

Instead of trying to predict "Black Swan" events such as coups or crises, forecasters should look at how political systems handle disorder. The best indicator of a country's future trajectory is not a lengthy past stability, but recent moderate volatility.

Beginning in January 1692, Salem Village in colonial Massachusetts witnessed the largest and most lethal outbreak of witchcraft in early America. Villagers - mainly young women - suffered from unseen torments that caused them to writhe, shriek, and contort their bodies, complaining of pins stuck into their flesh and of being haunted by specters. Believing that they suffered from assaults by an invisible spirit, the community began a hunt to track down those responsible for the demonic work.

In this brilliant analysis, Vincent Cable explains the causes of the world economic crisis and how we should respond to its challenges. He shows that although the downturn is global, the complacency of the British government has left Britain badly exposed. He argues that policy makers must keep their faith in liberal markets if the remarkable advances in living standards globally are to be maintained.

Tornadoes, cyclones, tsunamis… Weather can be deadly – especially when it strikes without warning. Millions of Americans could soon find themselves at the mercy of violent weather if the public data behind lifesaving storm alerts gets privatized for personal gain. In his first Audible Original feature, New York Times best-selling author and journalist Michael Lewis delivers hard-hitting research on not-so-random weather data – and how Washington plans to release it.

"The Storm" (1704) is a founding document of modern journalism. It tells of the events of November 1703, when a hurricane struck Britain. It is composed of verbatim eyewitness accounts, solicited from survivors through a newspaper advertisement that Defoe placed shortly after the hurricane struck.

An unflinching and, at times, raw memoir, The Storm is filled with heart, optimism, and love, interspersed with Los Angeles history, gay and lesbian history, AIDS history, and the backdrop of the 1980s and 1990s.

This isn’t a self-help show. It’s a wake-up call. Forged Through the Storm is where men stop pretending they’re fine and start facing the fight inside. Hosted by Randy Rudesill and Fred Cheek—two brothers who’ve worn the uniform, carried the weight, and walked through fire—this show cuts through the noise with real talk about pain, purpose, and faith. Randy, a former law enforcement officer and farmer, and single father brings raw truth and the scars that earned it. Fred, a military veteran and law enforcement officer, brings perspective, humor, and the kind of grit forged ...

In a nation caught in the crosscurrents of progress and backlash, Weathering the Storm offers both a wake-up call and a balm for the weary. Psychologist and educator Dr. Tiffany G. Townsend draws from her decades of leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), blending personal stories, historical analysis, and psychological expertise to equip us with tools for resistance and resilience.

Storm Maverick just being random. He maybe intelligent.

Hosted by Corey with the Story, St. John’s Red Storm Basketball News Today delivers daily coverage of the St. John’s Red Storm basketball program with fast, focused updates on game results, player performances, injuries, recruiting, and key storylines. From Big East competition to postseason opportunities, the show keeps fans informed on everything happening in Queens. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including standout performances, season trends, and postseason implications—produced by AI for speed, consistency, and clarity. Part of The Daily News Now network, St. John...

Our clothes narrate our stories, reflecting our status and perfectly matching the events we attend. But what occurs when they vanish? This unsettling thought haunts the Earl of Somerville as he faces a new reality that, in many ways, surpasses his former life. Through the eyes of Lord Somerville, a man longing for someone to see beyond his title, we delve into the intricate layers of the society he inhabits. A blend of humor and poignancy, this narrative is rich with universal truths that are sure to resonate with you. (Summary by Stav Nisser)

FAFO Podcast Facts. Truth. No BS. This isn’t a safe space—it’s a real space. The FAFO Podcast is where uncomfortable truths get said out loud, weak excuses get exposed, and reality hits exactly the way it’s supposed to. We talk about life, culture, failure, accountability, and the consequences nobody wants to admit exist. No scripts. No filters. No hand-holding. If you’re looking for validation, keep scrolling. If you’re ready for the truth—welcome in. You f*** around… you find out.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of Agent Storm: My Life Inside al-Qaeda by Morten Storm with Tim Lister and Paul Cruckshanks. Read by Neil Shah. He was the Western convert who would plunge deep inside al-Qaeda. He named his first son Osama after 9/11 and became a...

'A surprising page-turner, full of humour and startling details' THE TIMES 'If I read a better history this year, I will be lucky' TOM HOLLAND 'An astonishing tour de force’ SPECTATOR Shortlisted for the HWA Nonfiction Crown Award Longlisted for the Highland Book Prize From Peter Marshall...

In the whirlwind of accusations and recriminations that emerged in the wake of 9/11 and the Iraq war, one man's vital testimony has been conspicuously absent. Candid and gripping, At the Center of the Storm recounts George Tenet's time at the Central Intelligence Agency, a revealing look at the...

Storm The Gates is the official podcast of the Mid-Texas Conference of the Global Methodist Church. Join us as we provide timely updates on events within the conference and shine a spotlight on the impactful work of God throughout the Global Methodist Church. Stay tuned for insightful discussions, inspiring stories, and deeper dives exploring why following Jesus changes everything. Subscribe now to stay connected and become part of this community that is growing in the heart of Texas to make disciples of Jesus who spread scriptural holiness across the globe.

This podcast describes in detail the example of untreated wastewater in quantity and quality flowing into the most beautiful Harbour in the world and what it does to Our Oceans and how wasteful of precious water it is.