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In The Trip to Echo Spring, Olivia Laing examines the link between creativity and alcohol through the work and lives of six of America's finest writers: F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams, John Berryman, John Cheever, and Raymond Carver. All six of these men were alcoholics, and the subject of drinking surfaces in some of their finest work, from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof to A Moveable Feast.

Brought to you by Penguin. A masterclass in telling stories - and how they shape our world - from the internationally renowned narrative expert To command narrative is to control a sometimes frightening power. What is it that turbocharges some tales, and how is it possible to harness that...

The prison at Abu Ghraib was still a relatively unknown part of America's War on Terror when - with no special training and their gear lost somewhere between the United States and Baghdad - the 152nd Field Artillery Battalion of the Maine National Guard was sent there to serve as guards in February 2004. Just before their arrival, the now infamous photos of the abuses suffered by the prisoners hit the world stage. Abu Ghraib became the focal point not only for global condemnation, but for the insurgents' outrage.

Brought to you by Penguin. No sex. No kids. No future? When Tom Feiling moved to Tokyo as a student in the early nineties, Japan was a beacon of the future: a rising superpower, a technology giant, and a global symbol of prosperity, civility and success. When he returned twenty-four years later...

Welcome to Dream Trips, your home for cinematic space documentaries and deep dives into astronomy. We explore the universe's greatest mysteries, from black holes and galaxies to the birth of stars and dark matter. Our science documentaries decode the cosmic secrets hidden in the fabric of reality. Whether you're a student of physics, fascinated by time travel, or looking for educational space facts, our long-form content is your gateway to the cosmos. Subscribe to explore the unknown.

In this intriguing exploration, we delve into the world of small Greek historians who sought to enhance their narratives by embellishing the feats of their compatriots. Lucian first critiqued this tendency in his Instructions for Writing History and later satirized it in his True History, where he whimsically recounts a journey to the moon. This delightful tale likely inspired Rabelais and influenced Cyrano de Bergeracs Voyages to the Moon and to the Sun, ultimately contributing to the creation of Gulliver’s Travels. Additionally, the Icaro-Menippus Dialogue presents another lunar adventure,...

California Trip is a multiplatform series hosted by Kelly Lynch that takes us on a road adventure—a deep drive into the heart, history, and cultural kaleidoscope that is California today. Join Kelly as she celebrates the sun-kissed California myth while searching for what is real, beautiful, and hopeful.

Written and read by New York Times bestselling author of They Knew, Hiding in Plain Sight, and The View from Flyover Country, Sarah Kenzidor, The Last American Road Trip navigates a changing America as Sarah and her family embark on a series of road trips in an audiobook that is part memoir...

Travel Austria — Quick Tips. Great Trips. is your practical, easy-to-follow guide to exploring Austria. In each episode, we give you a quick advice on what to do, where to go, how to get around, and how to plan smarter—covering Vienna and Salzburg, lakes and wine regions, small towns, scenic routes, and quiet local favorites. Short, useful, and made for real travelers: plan less, enjoy more, and experience Austria beyond the postcard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"What journey within our immediate world today would be remotely as interesting, enchanting, instructive and exciting as that to Russia? While our Europe, and especially the capitals, are subject to the inexorably contemporary process of mutual assimilation and resemblance, Russia remains utterly unparalleled." Stephen Zweig, 1928. After Stefan Zweig's bourgeois world collapsed with the First World War, he went searching for alternative forms of society, which culminated in a journey through the at that time still young Soviet Union.

Priyanka Mattoo was born into a wooden house in the Himalayas, as were most of her ancestors. In 1989, however, mounting violence in the region forced Mattoo’s community to flee. The home into which her family poured their dreams was reduced to a pile of rubble.Mattoo never moved back to her...

Scopri con noi meraviglie naturali e storiche nei pressi di Roma

Journey back to the era of steam locomotives with Henry Dawson as he shares captivating vignettes of railroad men. These tales illuminate the bravery and heroism of those who faced perilous challenges on the tracks, revealing that they were much more than just rough individuals—they were true pioneers of their time. (Summary adapted from the Preface)

In the late 19th century, Rudyard Kipling engaged in the heated discourse surrounding Britains response to the burgeoning German naval threat known as the Tirpitz Plan. His insightful articles, published in 1898 and later compiled as A Fleet in Being, showcase his signature sardonic wit while offering a keen eye for the intricacies of societal dynamics. Join us as we explore Kiplings unique perspective on naval power and its implications, blending humor with a profound commentary on the human experience. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales

Ghouls Trip is a paranormal podcast hosted by two ghost hunters (and self-proclaimed "skeptical believers") Hannah and Ivy! Tune in every Monday as one of the ghouls shares a favorite haunting, cryptid, or other creepy tales with just enough debunking and banter to keep the goosebumps at bay. Whether you are a ghost hunter yourself, or simply enjoy discussions on what goes bump in the night...this podcast has you covered. We hope you join us for our Ghouls Trip! (Some episodes contain mature content - listener discretion is advised!)

Trip de thé - Histoire(s) de Camellia Sinensis est un moment décontracté et convivial où l’équipe de Camellia Sinensis se réunit pour raconter le parcours inusité de l’entreprise à travers les histoires qui l’ont façonnée. En partageant leurs anecdotes personnelles, l’équipe dévoile comment le projet a évolué de façon spontanée et organique : derrière chaque tasse de thé, il y a une histoire, un contexte ou une rencontre.Plongez dans l’univers étonnant de cette maison de thé unique au Québec, en découvrant les anecdotes marquantes, les décisions charnières, ...

What do the darkest crimes in history have to say about the place where they happened?Killer Trip is a series that leaves the tourist traps, beautiful beaches, and theme parks and goes deeper... and darker.Each episode, host and Cerca Co-founder, Dominique Ferrari invites you to take a look at just how the darkest of crimes can leave their mark on cities as well as people.The Killing of John Lennon and his love of New York City, The disappearance of Jean McConoville in Belfast, a city torn apart, the twisted horror of Dr. Satan in WWII Paris and the story of Jack the Ripper’s London from an ...

Hey there, Ever heard or experienced life of the streets? You are at the right place for cool gists and motivations about street vibes...look at life from the perspective of the streets. What are you waiting for tune in an enjoy the vibes!!!

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Tourism to South Africa: South Africa is a world-class tourist destination. These podcasts are a way to create interest in South Africa as a holiday and travel destination. We highlight interesting and cool history, explain monuments and memorials, put the history into context, and we hope to make your road trip through South Africa more interesting! Road Trip SA is a mobile app to help tourists find monuments, museums, statues and thousands of POI's. All the listings on the app have a photo, a brief description and some history of that spot. We hope to encourage downloads so clients can ...