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On April 15, 2014, the moon wasn't nearly as bright as the moon typically is, and appeared to take on a reddish color (from Earth, of course) – the result of a lunar eclipse, which occurs when the sun, earth and moon are aligned. The earth blocks most (but not all) of the sunlight that would have otherwise reflected off the moon's surface, leading to a dull, red sphere in the sky.

Round the Moon is the breathtaking sequel to From the Earth to the Moon, following three adventurers as they journey beyond Earth’s orbit. Facing unexpected challenges and thrilling discoveries, they must rely on science, courage, and luck to survive their extraordinary voyage. A visionary classic of early science fiction.

Host Ava Grey dissects the Apollo Moon landing conspiracy theory claim by claim, examining photographic anomalies, lunar surface evidence, and the origins of persistent doubt. Through expert analysis and scientific verification, each episode separates misinformation from documented reality, exploring why millions still question one of humanity's greatest achievements. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Silencing and punishing critical voices is a project that lies at the heart of Narendra Modi's authoritarian regime in India. In this unique book, Suchitra Vijayan and Francesca Recchia look at the present of India through the lived experiences of political prisoners. Combining political and legal analysis with firsthand testimonies, the book explores the small gestures that constitute resistance inside and outside jail for the prisoners and their families, telling a story of destruction of institutions and erosion of rights.

Join host Cosmo Ray as he unveils the untold story behind humanity's most daring achievement — Apollo 11's Moon landing. Discover the engineering miracles, Cold War secrets, and breathtaking reality of standing on another world that television audiences never saw. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

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Join host Alexandra Reeves as she chronicles NASA's Artemis II mission, humanity's first crewed journey to the Moon in over fifty years. This series explores how astronauts Christina Koch, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen, and Reid Wiseman are shattering barriers and redefining who gets to venture into deep space exploration. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Dive deep into the life and career of Kim Moon-hwan, the South Korean international right back whose story is one of the most compelling in modern Asian football. Kim Moon-hwan Biography Flash is the podcast that covers it all — from his humble beginnings in Byeongjeom, where a young kid fell in love with the beautiful game watching matches from the stands, to the college injury that forced a complete reinvention, to a professional career that has stretched across South Korea, the United States, and Qatar. This show traces every chapter of his journey, including his explosive debut season ...

The question-and-answer format makes this introduction to Zen especially easy to understand - and also to use as a reference, as you can easily look up just the question you had in mind. The esteemed Zen teacher Norman Fischer and his old friend and teaching colleague Susan Moon (both of them in the lineage of Shunryu Suzuki, author of Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind) give this collaborative effort a playful tone: Susan asks a question on our behalf, Norman answers it, and then Sue challenges him.

In 1835, a New York newspaper convinced thousands that bat-winged humanoids lived on the moon. Raven Thorne dissects how the Great Moon Hoax weaponized printing technology, scientific language, and psychology to manufacture mass belief—revealing timeless patterns that still manipulate truth today. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

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The Moon Ridge Podcast is about the things we love. Travel, hats, interior design, great brands, great friends, and the stories that come from a life well lived.Hosted by Zack Wakefield, each episode is a conversation about the places we go, the people we meet, and the experiences that shape the Moon Ridge lifestyle. Some days that means talking about travel and adventure. Other days it’s hats, design, craftsmanship, or brands we admire.Along the way, you’ll hear stories from friends, guests, and fellow travelers who share a passion for good design, great places, and living life with a ...

In Valley of the Moon, we follow the journey of Billy and Saxon Roberts, a working-class couple navigating the challenges of life as laborers in early 20th-century Oakland. Longing for a better existence, they embark on an adventure through Central and Northern California, in search of a piece of farmland to call their own. The novel beautifully captures the moments when Billy finds camaraderie among the artists colony in Carmel, ultimately leading him to settle in the enchanting Valley of the Moon. (Summary by Wikipedia)

気付いたら仕事のことばかり考えてしまっている。 明日がどんな一日になるかわからず、毎日が不安。 いつも気が張っていて、なんとなく休まらない… そんなあなたの忙しい一日の終わりの時間に、ほっと安らげる時間を飯島直子と過ごすトーク番組。

「夢を追った。でも、諦めた。」 そんな想いを胸の奥にしまったまま、 大人になっていませんか。 人生で一度でも、夢を笑われたり、好きなことを否定されたりして、自分の本音を閉じ込めてしまった人たちが、もう一度“夢に立ち戻れる世界”をつくりたい。 その想いから生まれたのが、RE:MOONです。 安心して「好き」を好きと言えて、誰にも否定されず、あなたがあなたらしく輝いていい場所。 この番組は、かつて表現の世界を本気で...

Panel discussions featuring conversations about change with wisdom keepers from around the world…hosted by best-selling author, Tanishka, The Moon Woman.

Glimpses of the Moon (1922) follows the lives of Nick and Susy Lansing, a couple immersed in the lavish but hollow world of European high society, living off the generosity of their affluent friends. Their marriage, born out of convenience, allows for an open relationship, but neither is prepared for the depth of emotions that begin to surface, challenging their carefree existence. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

Weaving a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and simple folktales, Anita Johnston, PhD, inspires women to free themselves from disordered eating by discovering the metaphors that are hidden in their own life stories.

The moon contains a wealth of natural resources. So, as the Earth's supplies have begun to dwindle, it is no surprise that the world's superpowers and wealthiest corporations have turned their eyes to the stars. As this new Space Race begins, A.C. Grayling asks: who, if anyone, owns the moon? Or Mars? Or other bodies in near space? And what do those superpowers and corporations owe to Planet Earth and its inhabitants as a whole?

In The Moon and Sixpence, William Somerset Maugham crafts a captivating tale inspired by the life of the renowned painter Paul Gauguin. Through the eyes of a first-person narrator, we delve into the tumultuous journey of Charles Strickland, a middle-aged English stockbroker who makes the shocking decision to leave behind his family in pursuit of his true passion art. This episodic novel offers profound insights into Stricklands mind and soul, exploring the complexities of creativity and the sacrifices made for artistic fulfillment. (Summary by Wikipedia)