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Beginning with the witch hunts of the early 15th century, Professor Jennifer McNabb takes you on an eye-opening exploration of witchcraft and superstition in Witchcraft in the Western Tradition. In these 10 lectures, you will better understand where many of our most indelible images of witchcraft come from and how the religious pursuit of witches across Europe and into the Americas in the early modern period spread fear and violence like a contagion, for generations.

From Halloween costumes to patriotic parades to belly-busting meals, every holiday tradition tells a unique story—one encoded in symbols and layered meanings that stretch back over the centuries. In 19 lectures, professional storyteller Dr. Hannah B. Harvey takes listeners through the seasons and investigates the surprising stories behind seemingly odd holiday traditions.

In Marrow of Tradition, Charles W. Chesnutt delves into the harrowing events of the 1898 Wilmington, North Carolina massacre, illuminating the deep-seated roots of racism in the post-Reconstruction South. Through a compelling exploration of miscegenation, caste, gender dynamics, and the pervasive ideology of white supremacy, he sheds light on the formation of Jim Crow laws. With unflinching honesty, Chesnutt revisits the horrific terror tactics of mob lynchings, prompting a critical reflection on Americas troubled history. (Introduction by James K. White)

From best-selling social commentator and cultural historian Barbara Ehrenreich comes this fascinating exploration of one of humanity's oldest traditions: the celebration of communal joy, historically expressed in ecstatic revels of feasting, costuming, and dancing. Ehrenreich uncovers the origins of communal celebration in human biology and culture, showing that such mass festivities have been indigenous to the West since the ancient Greeks.

Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of cannabis in India—its deep-rooted cultural significance, ancient medicinal uses, colonial regulations, and modern legal debates. From Lord Shiva’s association with bhang to the strict NDPS Act and the growing call for legalization, this episode dives into India’s complex relationship with cannabis and what the future holds. Tune in for an insightful discussion on history, law, and evolving perspectives!

Each of the great three Abrahamic religious traditions holds the seeds for deep mystical contemplation. But what do most of us know about these mystics and the tradition they sustained? Explore this spiritual, literary, and intellectual heritage in these great faiths of the West as it unfolds over three millennia with these 36 enlightening, thought-provoking lectures that offer nearly

Monsters are central to how we think about the human condition. Join award-winning historian of science Dr. Surekha Davies as she reveals how people have defined the human in relation to everything from apes to zombies, and how they invented race, gender, and nations along the way. With rich, evocative storytelling that braids together ancient gods and generative AI, Frankenstein's monster and E.T., Humans: A Monstrous History shows how monster-making is about control: it defines who gets to count as normal.

Known as the twice-born - first into the flesh and again when initiated into their vocation - the Brahmins are a caste devoted to sacred learning. But what Taseer finds in Benares, the holy city of death also known as Varanasi, is a window on an India as internally fractured as his own continent-bridging identity.

Tradition Café – Many voices, One table.Exploring how heritage, tradition, and culture shape our lives through stories, conversations, and the communities we choose.www.traditioncafe.com

Thor, Odin, Loki, Freyja, the Valkyries, Valhalla, Ragnarok — many of the places we encounter these and other names, places, and events from Norse mythology in daily life and pop culture are connected to the medieval sources in name only.

Great Britain is steeped in a rich tapestry of ghostly tales, eerie legends, and haunting histories, making it a captivating destination for those intrigued by the supernatural. With its ancient castles, storied manors, shadowy streets, and remote countryside abodes, the allure of experiencing a haunting firsthand is undeniable. In this enthralling compilation, John Henry Ingram (1842-1916) presents around 150 spine-chilling locations, each accompanied by fascinating and sometimes terrifying accounts of their pasts. Join us as we explore the chilling atmospheres and the captivating stories ...

Unpacking lessons for the public service, starting with the Robodebt Royal Commission. In 2019, after three years, Robodebt was found to be unlawful. The Royal Commission process found it was also immoral and wildly inaccurate. Ultimately the Australian Government was forced to pay $1.8bn back to more than 470,000 Australians. In this podcast we dive deep into public policy failures like Robodebt and the British Post Office scandal - how they start, why they're hard to stop, and the public service lessons we shouldn't forget.

The East Anglian Traditional Music Trusts podcast, which explores folk traditions from across East Anglia, looking at dance, music and the people who continue to create it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesus "The" Christ gave humanity very specific instructions on how we should live and what we need to do to enter The Kingdom of Heaven. What he didn't instruct us to do is create a religion in his name! In this podcast, we will do a deep dive into the teachings of Jesus and separate His truth from the man-made traditions that have distorted His word.

Explore the historical shenanigans that shaped our lives; look at the past from the point of view of our ancestors, where they walked, how they thought, the products they used, the traditions they started, and the superstitions that guided them. Discover an understanding of the past and how it shaped the present with glimpses into the lives of our host and guests. Hope you enjoy this adventure!

Josef Riegler Vordenker und Visionär einer Ökosozialen Marktwirtschaft. Er erzählt von seinen Wurzeln auf einem Bergbauernhof in Möschitzgraben. Von seiner prägenden Schulzeit in Raumberg und seiner Studienzeit. Dabei nimmt er Bezug auf die Entwicklungen in der Landwirtschaft und der österreichischen und europäischen Nachkriegsgeschichte.Von Hungersnöten und Fresswellen – eine kurze Geschichte der Landwirtschaft in Österreich war der erste Teil des ökosozialen Podcasts mit dem Wirtschafts- und Sozialhistoriker Ernst Bruckmüller, im Gespräch mit Hans Mayrhofer, Generalsekretär ...

From the editors of TRADITIONAL BUILDING, PERIOD HOMES, OLD HOUSE JOURNAL, and NEW OLD HOUSE, Building Tradition is a new podcast featuring interviews with industry leaders about traditional design, historic restoration/renovation; period inspired construction and the allied building arts. Join industry veteran, columnist and publisher Peter H. Miller, Hon AIA along with his special guests to hear about who's doing what to improve our built environment.

Weaving myths and legends, author and audio professional Prem Kishore brings the culture and traditions of India to the listener in a fascinating narrative. She takes the listener on a journey, bringing the varied facets of India to life as she provokes the reader's curiosity by speaking on festivals, gods and goddesses, rituals, religions, dance, music, food, and more.

Have you ever wondered if God/Supreme Being/Deity/Demiurge, upon the creation of the earth, revealed to human beings a pure, true, religious tradition? In this podcast we explore the surprising and mind-boggling evidence found in the oldest ancient religious writings, cosmologies, theologies, symbols, sacred architecture, rituals, and myths, pointing to a distinct primordial tradition- The Ancient Tradition. We delve into the evidence, examine the patterns, discuss the theology, and contemplate the spiritual implications. It’s a podcast guaranteed to spark discussion, provoke questions, and,...

The origins of April Fools' Day remain shrouded in mystery, but the tradition of playing pranks on the first of April has been observed since at least Renaissance Europe, with roots that likely extend even further back in history. Despite numerous theories attempting to trace the holiday's beginnings to ancient Roman festivals like Hilaria or to the reign of Emperor Constantine, conclusive evidence supporting these claims is scarce. One oft-repeated story, itself an example of an April Fools' hoax, suggests that the holiday began in France in 1564 when King Charles IX officially moved the ...