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Rajasthan is predominantly known for its royal kings and their lifestyles that also can be seen through their gorgeous and stunning architectures all through the state which have been a matter of prestige for the entire country. The state used to be home of almost all of the Chuhan rulers and the prominent Rajput Kings and they were known for their bravery and valour. The Rajput women were also known for their dignified lifestyle and love for their motherland and many times they sacrificed their lives to save their modesty. And these sagas cannot get completed until we know about the fierce ...

Planet Sleep is an immersive and relaxing sleep experience that combines chill music with soothing nature sounds and stories to send you into a deep slumber. Hosted by Josh Thomas new episodes are released every Tuesday!

Why do otherwise intelligent individuals form seething masses of idiocy when they engage in collective action? We may think that the Great Crash of 1929, junk bonds of the '80s, and over-valued high-tech stocks of the '90s are peculiarly 20th century aberrations, but Mackay's classic - first published in 1841 - shows that the madness and confusion of crowds knows no limits, and has no temporal bounds.

“A journey as epic, and varying, as the Silk Road itself...[The Fabric of Civilization is] like a swatch of a Florentine Renaissance brocade: carefully woven, the technique precise, the colors a mix of shade and shine and an accurate representation of the whole cloth” (The New York Times)...

In this, the first prose history in European civilization, Herodotus describes the growth of the Persian Empire with force, authority, and style. Perhaps most famously, the book tells the heroic tale of the Greeks' resistance to the vast invading force assembled by Xerxes, king of Persia. Here are not only the great battles - Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis - but also penetrating human insight and a powerful sense of epic destiny at work.

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Thinking about education in the past can help us make sense of it in the present and the future. In this podcast Daisy and Elizabeth consider what lessons the history of education can teach us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Retired Navy SEAL, Jocko Willink and Director, Echo Charles discuss discipline and leadership in business, war, relationships and everyday life.

Here is a gripping account of the major postwar trial of the Nazi hierarchy in World War II. The Nuremberg Trial brilliantly recreates the trial proceedings and offers a reasoned, often profound examination of the processes that created international law. From the whimpering of Kaltenbrunner and Ribbentrop on the stand to the icy coolness of Goering, each participant is vividly drawn.

A true adventure in which two amateur scuba divers risk everything to solve a great historical mystery - and make history themselves For John Chatterton and Richie Kohler, deep wreck diving was more than a sport. But in 1991, not even these courageous divers were prepared for what they found 230...

If the US Government asked you to move to Colombia to hunt down the world’s most brutal narco-terrorist, what would you say? Real Narcos meets the real DEA agents tasked with bringing down some of history’s most notorious criminal masterminds - from the King of Cocaine, Pablo Escobar, to the most powerful drug trafficker on the planet, El Chapo. For ad-free listening, bonus content, and early access to new episodes across the Noiser podcast network, join Noiser+. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed or go to noiser.com/subscriptions to get started. For advertising enquiries...

Welcome to the world of Punjabi Saakhis.Saakhis in a literal sense means stories. And this podcast is all about bringing the teaching of the ten Sikh Gurus to our lives today. Be it Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, or any of the other 8 Sikh Gurus, these short testimonies of their lives, as narrated from one generation to another, teaches us to follow the paths of honesty and righteousness.These Guru Saakhis, narrated by Ms. Jasmeen Kaur and distributed by Chimes Radio, will help kids of all religions to imbibe these important moral values in their day-to-day lives. So join us as we ...

We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every Friday.

From the creator of the award-winning podcast series The History of Rome and Revolutions comes the fascinating history of the bloody battles, political machinations, and human drama that set the stage for the fall of the Roman Republic. "Remarkably engaging." —Washington Post The Roman...

From the snowy streets of small-town Canada to the darkest corners of the big cities, join Aussie-Canadian host Kristi Lee for an immersive deep dive into the nation's most compelling crimes.With meticulous research and a trauma-informed approach, Kristi takes you beyond the headlines, weaving the facts of each case together with the bigger picture to unravel what happened, the forces that shaped it, and the impact to those left behind.Canadian True Crime is one of the country’s leading independent podcasts, and remains a completely independent production funded mainly through advertising ...

Embark on a captivating journey through the eyes of Ibn Battuta (1304 – ca. 1369), the legendary Moroccan explorer who traversed the vast expanses of the known Islamic world and beyond. Over three decades, he ventured into North Africa, West Africa, the Horn of Africa, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and China. Renowned as one of historys greatest travelers, Battutas chronicles offer a unique glimpse into diverse cultures and lands. This edition presents his remarkable travelogue, excluding the translators note and preface. (Summary modified ...

*"Tulu Siri"* is your gateway to the vibrant world of Tulu language and culture. Through engaging conversations, stories, and insights, we celebrate the essence of Tulu Nadu—a land rich in tradition, heritage, and history. Join us as we explore: - The beauty of Tulu language, from its origins to modern-day use. - Unique traditions, festivals, and rituals that define Tulu Nadu's cultural fabric. - Folktales, legends that have been passed down through generations. - Stories of Tulu-speaking people and their contributions to art, lit

Aurangzeb Alamgir, the sixth Mughal emperor, ruled for nearly half a century (1658–1707) and oversaw the empire's greatest territorial expansion—and its most rapid unraveling. This show traces his life from the fratricidal War of Succession that brought him to power to his relentless campaigns in the Deccan against the Maratha king Shivaji and his successors. We explore the imposition of jizya tax, the destruction of Hindu temples, the execution of Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur, and the long rebellion of the Jats and Rajputs. Lucas and Luna dissect the emperor's personal piety versus his ...

From Amy Traweek of Revision Photo Restoration comes the podcast that tells the stories behind the photos that she restores.

Immerse yourself into the incredible story of Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosale, a legendary warrior King, guerrilla fighter, brilliant tactician and clever diplomat. But above all, a remarkable human being. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was the founder of the Great Maratha Empire in India. The dream of Hindavi Swarajya - a free State and an identity for his people smouldering in his heart, he dared to rebel against the powerful Mughals, Adilshah and Nizamshah. His story begins with nothing... no army or weapons and an empty treasury. Yet he achieves what no soldier, chieftain or king has ever ...