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The story of humanity is the story of textiles - as old as civilization itself. Since the first thread was spun, the need for textiles has driven technology, business, politics, and culture. In The Fabric of Civilization, Virginia Postrel synthesizes groundbreaking research from archaeology, economics, and science to reveal a surprising history. From Minoans exporting wool colored with precious purple dye to Egypt, to Romans arrayed in costly Chinese silk, the cloth trade paved the crossroads of the ancient world.

9 Mile Road is the official podcast of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. Each episode brings together Masonic leaders, scholars, and community voices to explore the timeless principles, living traditions, and civic impact of Freemasonry across the Commonwealth and beyond. Whether you are a Mason, a friend of the Craft, or simply curious about its history, philosophy, and role in today’s world — this is a space for open conversation, education, and reflection. Join us as we discuss leadership, service, history, and the pursuit of light — values that connect us...

Dive into the captivating world of the Virginia Colony through the eyes of a young boy named Richard Mutton in Richard of Jamestown by James Otis. This engaging tale is crafted specifically for children, offering a vivid glimpse into the daily life and adventures of the early colonists. Join Richard as he navigates the challenges and joys of colonial life, making this story both educational and entertaining. (summary by Laura Caldwell)

Explore West Virginia like never before. Mysteries of the Mountain State: Paranormal West Virginia uncovers haunted histories, cryptid sightings, ghostly encounters, and unexplained phenomena across the Mountain State. From the Greenbrier Ghost to the Seneca Rocks Phantom, each episode brings true stories, eyewitness accounts, and historical context to life.Whether you’re fascinated by paranormal investigations, cryptids, UFOs, or haunted locations, this podcast delivers spine-chilling mysteries backed by research. Discover the legends, the evidence, and the eerie experiences that have ...

In this captivating narrative, William Weekley, a graduate of Asbury Seminary and a bishop in the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, shares his experiences from two decades of dedicated service in the remote mountains of West Virginia. As he states in his preface, this work is not intended to be an autobiography but a collection of vivid incidents that illustrate the life and challenges faced by itinerant preachers over thirty years ago in an area characterized by simple, traditional customs. Join Weekley as he paints a portrait of faith, perseverance, and the rich tapestry of community ...

In the Treasures of Virginia™ podcast, delve deep into the stories behind the remarkable objects on display in the Treasures of Virginia exhibition at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. Each episode in this mini-series is a journey through time, guided by the artifacts that have shaped Virginia's rich and diverse history. Interviews with expert historians and curators offer listeners a comprehensive understanding of Virginia's past and its enduring impact on the present.© 2025 Virginia Museum of History & Culture

Med sine tanker om kvinnen som selvstendig individ med økonomisk og arbeidsmessig uavhengighet, fikk boken en banebrytende betydning for kvinnefrigjørelsen, og er fortsatt et sentralt verk i feminismen og den feministiske litteraturkritikken. Tankene hennes blir gjennom undersøkelser av natur og institusjoner, besøk og middager, lagt fram med humor, sinne, ironi og skarpsindighet, og den historiske gjennomgangen av kvinnelige forfattere blir blandet med fiktive forestillinger.

Join the author as he vividly recounts his experiences as a private in the Army of Northern Virginia during the Civil War. He delves into the daily hardships of hunger, sickness, and the constant threat of battle, while also sharing the enduring spirit of pride, camaraderie, and valor that kept him and his comrades going in the face of impossible odds. (summary by D. Leeson).

The spectacular story of a lady's life from rural West, KY. See the History of America through the eyes of Virginia Frances (Whitt) Adams.

Secret Virginia is a short-run podcast dedicated to all things curious, strange, out of the ordinary, and sometimes even scary in Virginia, West Virginia, and the Mid-Atlantic region. Morella Belle is voiced by Lydia Meadows.

Join host Jordan Mitchell as he delves into the history, culture, and folklore from all parts of the Wild and Wonderful state of West Virginia.

Sure, Virginia history includes big moments, big battles, and big names. But the richer history is full of smaller events occurring in the fullness of time. The disenfranchised, the nonconformists, and just regular people making Virginia history. Week in, week out. This Week in Virginia History explores those stories, curated by Nathan Moore and culled from the vast archives at Encyclopedia Virginia.

The Virginia History Podcast shares the Old Dominion's story in a mostly chronological manner from the Colonial to Modern era with the occasional interview in the mix.

The faces of West Virginia

Veteran Story Hour is dedicated to preserving the stories and voices of the men and women who have served our nation. Recorded weekly in partnership with SALUTE of Virginia in Waynesboro, VA, this podcast is creating a living history, one veteran at a time. Through authentic, heartfelt conversations, veterans share their unique experiences, memories, lessons, and perspectives—capturing voices that future generations can cherish and learn from. Because every voice matters, every story counts, and history is best told by those who lived it.

Experience Virginia Woolfs audacious satire that explores the nuances of British culture, customs, literature, philosophy, and politics from the Elizabethan era to 1928, all through the eyes of her famously long-lived and genderfluid protagonist. Dive into a journey that challenges conventions and celebrates the fluidity of identity. - Summary by Nicole J. LeBoeuf

Do you like West Virginia? Ghost stories? Folk-lore? Legends and campfire stories? Jennie and Alyson do, and they wanted to share their favorite stories with the world. Join them as they explore all the wild and wonderful tales the Mountain State has to offer.

Have you ever had a peculiar experience on campus? Like hearing the faint sounds of a cow mooing near Woodburn or catching a glimpse of a little girl skipping around the corridors of the MountainLair? With over 150 years of history, there’s bound to be a few past residents roaming around WVU’s campus, and the Daily Athenaeum’s newest podcast series looks to tell their stories. Each week, Appalachian Storyteller Jason Burns joins us to help uncover these stories of real WVU historical figures and places. These stories have been floating around campus for many years, begging to be ...

Site-specific short stories from your Black neighbors.

A local history show for 'the 757' - that is, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, and environs. Wide-ranging discussions, mostly historical, from pirates to the paranormal, and everything in-between in the 757!