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Exploring innovation, progress and achievement: a first-principles approach to everything that matters; combining history, epistemology, economics, anthropology, geopolitics, finance, philology, etymology and more... for, life is short, knowledge forever. ashstuart.substack.com

The Wicked Wit of Queen Elizabeth II is a celebration of the Queen's reign through some of her wittiest, most sarcastic and most humorous observations, revealing a fascinating side of her personality that often remains hidden from the public. When thinking of the Queen, our perception is often one of dignity and authority. She is seen as a serious figure: the British monarch, the Supreme Governor of the Church of England and the head of the Commonwealth. But as anyone who has ever met her will tell you, in person she has wicked sense of humour.

Laugh with political humorist Gerald Gardner, as he takes an entertaining and probing look at how six American Presidents over three decades—John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, and Ronald Reagan—deliberately and effectively employed humor to achieve their political goals.

Rollin' Wit Ramsey is a Podcast that is recorded from my Tiffin Motorcoach! As I travel the USA I invite guest aboard to discuss the latest social issues! The goal is to bring people together from all backgrounds by having healthy discussions and respecting everyone's opinions & views; whether I agree with them or not! Retired Army Captain Charles A. Ramsey II, was raised by parents that taught him that making a difference in the life of others can be accomplished by creating an environment where anything is possible through hard work and focus. His mother demanded respect, integrity, and ...

Sarah Longwell and Ben Wittes are watching “A French Village,” about the Nazi occupation of a small town in France. While the show first aired in France in 2009 (and ran through 2017), it's finding a new audience in the United States now that’s it been released on Amazon Prime. If you love the show, you’ll love this podcast. If you don’t know the show, you’ll still love this podcast.

In de Mijn Ierland Podcast neem ik je mee naar Mijn Ierland. Mijn naam is Cathelijne en ik woon sinds 2015 in Ierland en werk hier als Nederlandstalige gids. In deze podcast vertel ik verhalen over mooie of fascinerende plaatsen in Ierland en over bijzondere Ierse gebruiken. Eigenlijk alles wat met Ierland te maken heeft wordt in deze podcast besproken.

Trust is the invisible force that shapes our world - from the personal to the geopolitical. At TrustTalk, we’re committed to exploring trust in all its complexity. Since 2020, we've been engaging with thought leaders from around the globe to unpack how trust influences relationships, business, technology, society, and global affairs. Every episode offers insightful conversations that reveal why trust matters - and what happens when it breaks down. If you’re curious about the forces that hold people, institutions, and nations together, this is a journey you won’t want to miss.

Whispers of the Past - The Hidden History of St. Eustatius unearths the untold stories of St. Eustatius, a small Dutch Caribbean island with a rich and overlooked history. We embark on a captivating journey through the island’s timeline, from its earliest roots to the present day. At the crossroads of historical narratives and women’s empowerment, we shine a bright light on the often-silenced voices of women—stories of strength, survival, and resilience that continue to inspire. These echoes of the past awaken pride in our collective heritage, connecting us to the present. Join us as we ...