Podcasts about forgotten stories

On the 100th anniversary of the League of Nations' 1925 Resolution on the Collaboration of the Press in the Organisation of Peace, we talk with Professor Kaarle Nordenstreng to explore how media, moral disarmament, and broadcasting shaped interwar internationalism and later global media debates. Professor Nordenstreng shares his thoughts on his research on the 1925 Resolution and the developments that led up to the 1936 International Convention on the Use of Broadcasting in the Cause of Peace. He connects these landmarks to the first mass media declaration by UNESCO in 1978. He also recounts highlights from his career from his early involvement in radio to interviewing Carl Jung in 1961, and speaking at the UN in 1982, and reflects on the continuing challenges of journalistic ethics, disarmament, and multilateralism today. The episode connects past media diplomacy to today's challenges, urging renewed focus on media ethics, international cooperation, and the power of journalism to shape public opinion for peace. Resources: Ask a Librarian! Ask an Archivist! Communicating the League of Nations: Contributions to a Transnational Communication History of the League of Nations in the Inter-War Period (1920–1938).  United Nations Historical Series. 2024.  https://doi.org/10.18356/9789213589274 Kaarle Nordenstreng's home page https://sites.tuni.fi/kaarle/ Publications available via the homepage related to the episode: Nordenstreng, K. and Seppä, T. The League of Nations and the Mass Media: Rediscovery of a Forgotten Story. Paper presented at the XV Conference of the International Association for Mass Communication Research IAMCR, New Delhi, August 1986. (17 pp.)  The New World Information and Communication Order: Testimony of an Actor. In Frank Deppe, Wolfgang Meixner & Günter Pallaver (eds.), Widerworte. Philosophie Politik Kommunikation. Festschrift für Jörg Becker. Innsbruck: Innsbruck University Press, 2011, 227-237. Revisiting 45 Years of History in Communication Policies (with Juan Somavia). Media Development, Vol. LXVII, 2/2021, 5-10. Does communication research and education take peace seriously? Panel presentation in IAMCR Conference Plenary “The contribution of academia to peace-building: Critique, creativity and activism” in Lyon, 11 July 2023. Interview with Carl Gustav Jung | Kaarle Nordenstreng's academic home page | Tampere Universities Where to listen to this episode  Apple podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-page/id1469021154 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10fp8ROoVdve0el88KyFLy YouTube: https://youtu.be/ Content    Guest: Professor Kaarle Nordenstreng Host, production and editing: Amy Smith, UN Library & Archives Geneva With texts read by Natalie Alexander and Wouter Schallier. Coordinated by Hermine Diebolt. Recorded & produced at the United Nations Library & Archives Geneva   

Do you know the legends of the giants who ruled England before the first human kings? What about the demon dog Black Shuck who terrorized sixteenth-century Norfolk? Or the many times the Devil has tried to get his way before being outwitted by everyday people? England's historic counties are overflowing with folklore, and this collection of 39 stories from the hit podcast Three Ravens reimagines dozens of classic tales in surprising, spooky, and often hilarious ways. Filled with tales of ghosts, mermaids, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends and more, The Three Ravens Folk Tales: New tellings of half-forgotten stories from England's 39 Historic Counties (The History Press, 2025) by Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux spans centuries, styles, tones and narrators, making it perfect for bedtimes, reading by torchlight, or curling up on the sofa to enjoy with a mug of something hot. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Do you know the legends of the giants who ruled England before the first human kings? What about the demon dog Black Shuck who terrorized sixteenth-century Norfolk? Or the many times the Devil has tried to get his way before being outwitted by everyday people? England's historic counties are overflowing with folklore, and this collection of 39 stories from the hit podcast Three Ravens reimagines dozens of classic tales in surprising, spooky, and often hilarious ways. Filled with tales of ghosts, mermaids, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends and more, The Three Ravens Folk Tales: New tellings of half-forgotten stories from England's 39 Historic Counties (The History Press, 2025) by Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux spans centuries, styles, tones and narrators, making it perfect for bedtimes, reading by torchlight, or curling up on the sofa to enjoy with a mug of something hot. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Do you know the legends of the giants who ruled England before the first human kings? What about the demon dog Black Shuck who terrorized sixteenth-century Norfolk? Or the many times the Devil has tried to get his way before being outwitted by everyday people? England's historic counties are overflowing with folklore, and this collection of 39 stories from the hit podcast Three Ravens reimagines dozens of classic tales in surprising, spooky, and often hilarious ways. Filled with tales of ghosts, mermaids, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends and more, The Three Ravens Folk Tales: New tellings of half-forgotten stories from England's 39 Historic Counties (The History Press, 2025) by Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux spans centuries, styles, tones and narrators, making it perfect for bedtimes, reading by torchlight, or curling up on the sofa to enjoy with a mug of something hot. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies

Do you know the legends of the giants who ruled England before the first human kings? What about the demon dog Black Shuck who terrorized sixteenth-century Norfolk? Or the many times the Devil has tried to get his way before being outwitted by everyday people? England's historic counties are overflowing with folklore, and this collection of 39 stories from the hit podcast Three Ravens reimagines dozens of classic tales in surprising, spooky, and often hilarious ways. Filled with tales of ghosts, mermaids, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends and more, The Three Ravens Folk Tales: New tellings of half-forgotten stories from England's 39 Historic Counties (The History Press, 2025) by Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux spans centuries, styles, tones and narrators, making it perfect for bedtimes, reading by torchlight, or curling up on the sofa to enjoy with a mug of something hot. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

Kristin Hannah is the award-winning and bestselling author of more than twenty novels including ‘The Nightingale,' ‘The Four Winds,' and “The Women.' A former attorney, she has made it her mission to tell the often forgotten stories of women in history. Kristin sat down with Jenna Bush Hager to chat about how books were a constant in her life growing up, how her mom knew she was destined to become a writer, and how she transitioned from a lawyer to best-selling author. She also reveals the intense  research she does for her historical novels, and how her latest novel  ‘The Women' was more than twenty years in the making. 

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Echoes of the Past: Unlocking Lappland's Forgotten Stories Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-08-28-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Solen började sakta gå ner över den lilla byn i Lappland.En: The sun slowly began to set over the little village in Lappland.Sv: Luften var fylld med doften av tall och fuktigt jord.En: The air was filled with the scent of pine and damp earth.Sv: Det var sent på sommaren, och björkarna kring byn susade mjukt i vinden.En: It was late in the summer, and the birches around the village rustled gently in the wind.Sv: Här i denna lugna värld fanns Elin och hennes vän Lars.En: Here in this peaceful world were Elin and her friend Lars.Sv: De hade rest hit för att besöka Elins mormor, som bodde i en liten trästuga mitt i byn.En: They had traveled here to visit Elin's grandmother, who lived in a little wooden cottage in the middle of the village.Sv: Elin kände ett starkt band till sin kulturella historia.En: Elin felt a strong connection to her cultural history.Sv: Hon visste att hennes mormor bar på många berättelser, men nu var tiden knapp.En: She knew that her grandmother carried many stories, but now time was running short.Sv: Hennes mormor kände sig ofta tveksam att dela sina minnen, övertygad om att de yngre generationerna inte längre brydde sig om de gamla traditionerna.En: Her grandmother often felt hesitant to share her memories, convinced that the younger generations no longer cared about the old traditions.Sv: "Jag vill bara bevara de här berättelserna," sa Elin tyst till Lars när de gick mot stugan.En: "I just want to preserve these stories," Elin said quietly to Lars as they walked toward the cottage.Sv: "De är en del av oss."En: "They are a part of us."Sv: Lars nickade förstående.En: Lars nodded understandingly.Sv: Han hade alltid varit intresserad av att lära sig mer om den samiska kulturen.En: He had always been interested in learning more about the Samiska culture.Sv: "Vi måste försöka visa att vi bryr oss," sa han.En: "We must try to show that we care," he said.Sv: Väl inne i stugan möttes de av eldsken och doften av kokad fisk.En: Once inside the cottage, they were met by the glow of the fire and the scent of cooked fish.Sv: Elins mormor satt vid spisen, insvept i en gammal yllefilt.En: Elin's grandmother sat by the stove, wrapped in an old woolen blanket.Sv: Hon log svagt när Elin och Lars kom in, men Elin kunde se tvivlet i hennes ögon.En: She gave a faint smile when Elin and Lars entered, but Elin could see the doubt in her eyes.Sv: Elin visste att hon måste göra något speciellt för att öppna upp mormorns hjärta.En: Elin knew she needed to do something special to open her grandmother's heart.Sv: Hon kom att tänka på en gammal sång hennes mormor hade lärt henne när hon var liten.En: She thought of an old song her grandmother had taught her when she was little.Sv: En jojk som hade berättats om vinden och bergen.En: A jojk that had been told about the wind and the mountains.Sv: När kvällen föll och stjärnorna började glimma ovanför, tog Elin ett djupt andetag.En: As evening fell and the stars began to shimmer above, Elin took a deep breath.Sv: Hon började sjunga.En: She began to sing.Sv: Hennes röst ekade mjukt genom stugan och ut i den klara natten.En: Her voice echoed softly through the cottage and out into the clear night.Sv: Orden var få men fyllda med historia och känsla.En: The words were few but filled with history and emotion.Sv: Mormor lyssnade tyst, hennes ögon glittrade av något Elin inte hade sett förut.En: Her grandmother listened quietly, her eyes sparkling with something Elin had not seen before.Sv: Långsamt började mormor tala.En: Slowly, her grandmother began to speak.Sv: Först tveksamt, men snart fyllde hennes ord stugan.En: First hesitantly, but soon her words filled the cottage.Sv: Hon berättade om renarna, om sitt liv, om kampen för att bevara deras sätt att leva.En: She spoke about the reindeer, about her life, about the struggle to preserve their way of living.Sv: Elin lyssnade och skrev ner varje ord, ivrig att hålla fast vid dessa berättelser för framtida generationer.En: Elin listened and wrote down every word, eager to hold onto these stories for future generations.Sv: När natten blev djupare och himlen dansade med norrskenets färger, kände Elin en djup tillfredsställelse.En: As the night grew deeper and the sky danced with the colors of the norrsken, Elin felt a profound sense of fulfillment.Sv: Hon insåg att hennes mormor inte bara gav henne berättelser; hon gav henne sitt förtroende.En: She realized that her grandmother was not just giving her stories; she was giving her trust.Sv: När de återvände till sina rum, med Elins anteckningsblock fullt av mormorns minnen, kände sig Elin och Lars förändrade.En: When they returned to their rooms, with Elin's notebook full of her grandmother's memories, both Elin and Lars felt changed.Sv: Elin hade fått en djupare förståelse för sitt arv, och Lars hade fått en nyfunnen respekt för den samiska kulturen.En: Elin had gained a deeper understanding of her heritage, and Lars had gained a newfound respect for the Samiska culture.Sv: Och i skenet av den tysta natten lovade Elin sig själv att alltid hålla dessa berättelser vid liv.En: And in the glow of the silent night, Elin promised herself to always keep these stories alive.Sv: För att hedra sin mormor och sina rötter, och för att säkerställa att de aldrig skulle glömmas.En: To honor her grandmother and her roots, and to ensure they would never be forgotten. Vocabulary Words:set: gå nerscent: doftendamp: fuktigtbirch: björkarnarustle: susadecottage: trästugaconnection: bandhesitant: tveksampreserve: bevaragenerations: generationernaunderstandingly: förståendestove: spisenwoolen: ylleblanket: filtfaint: svagtdoubt: tviveljoik: jojkechoed: ekadeshimmer: glimmaprofound: djupfulfillment: tillfredsställelsetrust: förtroenderoots: rötterensures: säkraheritage: arvsparkle: glittradehesitantly: tveksamteager: ivrigaurora borealis: norrskenhonor: hedra

In our latest episode of Nature Reads, we travel back to 1899, when Cambridge anthropologist Walter William Skeat led a major scientific expedition to Malaya. The expedition didn't just collect plants and animals; it also produced classic books on zoology, botany, and culture that continue to influence how we understand our natural history today. To guide us through this chapter, we're joined by Katherine Enright, a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge, whose research looks at the politics and legacies of expeditions like Skeat's. Together with co-host Dylan Jefri Ong, the co-founder of Sunda Shelves, we discuss the stories behind the books, the people, and the knowledge they preserved. Nature Reads on Earth Matters is a monthly show where we explore the stories behind books that bring us closer to nature and the world around us, done in collaboration with Sunda Shelves, an independent bookstore and café with a passion for wild places and thoughtful reads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part Two, we move to Australian soil where Dr Jude Conway uncovers the extraordinary events at Bob's Farm camp—where race, politics, and humanity collided in unexpected and lasting ways.

In this remarkable account, historian Dr Jude Conway relates a little-known chapter of wartime history—one that spans the jungles of Timor, the city streets of Newcastle, and a camouflaged refugee camp at Bob's Farm.

South Asian history is currently in the spotlight, with 2025's South Asian Heritage Month focusing particularly on themes of movement and migration. But what's the value of such dedicated history months? And are there stories that are still being overlooked? Matt Elton spoke to three expert historians – Shrabani Basu, Sumita Mukherjee and Shalina Patel – to find out. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

August 7, 1943. Off the coast of Venezuela, a Nazi U-boat is under siege. For nine days, it's hunted by Allied aircraft across the Caribbean, until its engines fail and its commander gives the order: abandon ship. Forty-three German sailors plunge into shark-infested waters, and are pulled out by their enemy - the United States. The Germans think the worst is behind them. Instead, they're headed for a POW camp in the American heartland, where life will actually be pretty comfortable. They play soccer, harvest corn, eat well… until things turn violent.  How did Nazi prisoners of war end up murdering each other on U.S. soil? And what does American justice look like when applied to the enemy? Special thanks to William Geroux, author of The Fifteen: Murder, Retribution, and the Forgotten Story of Nazi POWs in America. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Representing your nation at the Olympics should be the pinnacle of athletic achievement, but in 1980 the honour was vexed. The Moscow games took place amid the Cold War. With the USA boycotting the Olympics, the Australian government wanted our athletes to follow suit. 121 Australians competed despite financial pressure and public backlash. There were no parades or fanfare when they returned. Now the Australian government is attempting to right some of the wrongs of 1980. Gold medallist Michelle Ford and marathoner Rob de Castella share their experiences. Featured: Michelle Ford, Olympic gold medallist. Rob de Castella, Olympic marathoner.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Primetime TV would prove the inspiration for one of the most shambolic managerial appointments in football history. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Mens Room Question: What was the most embarrassing or important thing that you forgot?

Mens Room Question: What was the most embarrassing or important thing that you forgot?

One October morning in 2018, journalist William Geroux says he was returning some books to his local Virginia Beach Library when he noticed a new state historical marker planted in the ground near the front entrance. It said the library was built on the site of a World War II prisoner of war camp. In Mr. Giroux's author's note in his latest book called "The Fifteen," he writes that he "was surprised and a little embarrassed" not to know that, during World War II, the U S had 700 POW camps spread throughout the United States in 46 different states, housing 371,683 German soldiers and 49,784 Italians. His book is subtitled "Murder, Retribution, and the Forgotten Story of Nazi POWs in America." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One October morning in 2018, journalist William Geroux says he was returning some books to his local Virginia Beach Library when he noticed a new state historical marker planted in the ground near the front entrance. It said the library was built on the site of a World War II prisoner of war camp. In Mr. Giroux's author's note in his latest book called "The Fifteen," he writes that he "was surprised and a little embarrassed" not to know that, during World War II, the U S had 700 POW camps spread throughout the United States in 46 different states, housing 371,683 German soldiers and 49,784 Italians. His book is subtitled "Murder, Retribution, and the Forgotten Story of Nazi POWs in America." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 We just celebrated the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill in which the men of Connecticut under Colonel Thomas Knowlton played a pivatol part.  Today we investigate the life of another Connecticut patriot, Colonel John Durkee of Norwich, Connecticut.  To help us learn more about Col. Durkee and his friends and neighbors in eastern Connecticut Professor Robert Allison (Suffolk University) is in conversation with Dayne E. Rugh, author of John Durkee; The Forgotten Story of Connecticut's Bold Man from Bean Hill.Tell us what you think! Send us a text message!

In this episode: few had expected much from Galatasaray in the European Cup, but United were out of their depth on the pitch amid terrifying hostility and harassment off it. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

How many news articles have left you curious about the personal stories behind the headlines? In our hyper-connected world we have the tendency to rapidly move on from one news story to the next. In this episode, award-winning journalist Molly Thomas shares her journey of covering stories often abandoned and neglected by mainstream media. From her work on the Afghan women denied education to migrant workers in Canada, Molly discusses the importance of returning to stories long after the headlines move on. She reveals how her life experiences, faith, and conviction drive her to shine light on marginalized communities worldwide. When misinformation abounds, Molly offers insights into the challenges facing modern journalism and suggestions as to how viewers can become more informed and engaged global citizens. This thought-provoking discussion explores the responsibility of journalists and consumers alike to remember those whose stories are too quickly forgotten.

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This week we talk with Marine Corps veteran and acclaimed journalist Chas Henry about his dramatic new book, “Fuji Fire, Sifting Ashes of a Forgotten U.S. Marine Corps Tragedy”. It's the story of how in 1979 the largest typhoon ever recorded hit Camp Fuji, Japan, ruptured a fuel tank, sending 5000 gallons of fuel into huts where Marines were staying, eventually engulfing the camp in walls of fire after the fuel was ignited by kerosene heaters. Henry recalls the origin of the project was when he posted photos from his deployment there (before the fire), and how it inspired a multi-year investigation to finally tell their story. In our detailed interview Henry shares first-hand accounts he gathered from veterans who lived through the tragedy. He also shares how Japanese forces assisted Marine forces despite strained relations with the US Government. We also hear gripping stories about the crews who helped save Marines, a brave military doctor, advancements in emergency medicine and burn care and a Marine who inspired his fellow survivors. Plus how the work of legendary Hollywood actor Dick Van Dyke helped some Marines survive. Get a copy of “Fuji Fire: Sifting Ashes of a Forgotten U.S. Marine Corps Tragedy” here: https://www.nebraskapress.unl.edu/potomac-books/9781640126459/fuji-fire/ More on Marine Corps veteran, acclaimed journalist, and creator of CBS Eye on Veterans syndicated radio show and podcast, Chas Henry here: https://chashenry.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textEvery monument tells a story. Every museum preserves voices that might otherwise be forgotten. As a veteran who served for two decades, I've always been drawn to military history – not for political reasons, but because these sites connect us to our shared human experience.From the moment you step into the National World War I Museum in Kansas City, you're walking above a symbolic field of 9,000 poppies, each representing 1,000 combat deaths during that conflict. This museum isn't just a collection of artifacts – it's the result of passionate citizens who raised millions in just days following the war to ensure those sacrifices wouldn't be forgotten. The 80,000-square-foot facility houses over 300,000 items that tell the complete story of a war that fundamentally changed our world.Military sites often reveal surprising stories, like the George Patton Museum I stumbled upon in Pilsen, Czech Republic. Created by a local man whose historical collection was once confiscated by Soviet authorities, this museum stands as a testament to truth – documenting how American forces, not Soviet troops as communist propaganda claimed, were the ones who liberated the region. Or consider the Palawan Special Battalion Memorial in the Philippines, which commemorates both Filipino guerrillas and American POWs who suffered horrifically under Japanese occupation.American sites like Fort Pulaski in Georgia, with its 11-foot thick walls that proved vulnerable to new rifled artillery, and the Little Bighorn Battlefield in Montana, which now honors perspectives from both sides of that conflict, remind us that military history isn't just about tactics and weapons – it's about human ingenuity, courage, and the consequences of our actions.This Memorial Day, between barbecues and sales, take a moment to remember those who died while serving. Better yet, plan a visit to one of these remarkable places where history comes alive. As the saying goes, those who don't understand history are doomed to repeat it – and these museums ensure we never forget the full human cost of conflict.Have you visited any military museums that moved you? Email editor@thetravelingfool.com and share your experience – I might feature it in an upcoming episode!Please subscribe and leave a review on I-Tunes. Feel free to drop me an email I would love to hear from you editor@thetravellingfool.com You can sign up for my email list Past Podcasts Follow me on social media FaceBook Twitter now X LinkedInInstagram

In this episode we look at the concept of distance and time in relation to the fallen of the Great War. And how the act of remembrance affects our emotions today. To do this we look at the fortunes of Ilston Stevenson's parents after he disappeared whilst on patrol and was never seen again. We discover what it was like for a German soldier to be subjected to terrible artillery bombardment and how it killed a young man from Stuttgart. And we listen to the testimony of a Prisoner of War who returned home with both feet amputated and later died. And how did the parents of an fallen Australian soldier continue to remember their son who is on the Menin Gate, a long way from home in both “time and distance”? And we discover the ruins of a long forgotten Chateau on the Somme that was a German medical facility.

The American government was faced with an unprecedented challenge: where to house the nearly 400,000 German prisoners of war plucked from the battlefield and shipped across the Atlantic. On orders from President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the Department of War hastily built hundreds of POW camps in the United States. Today, traces of those camps—which once dotted the landscape from Maine to California—have all but vanished. Forgotten, too, is the grisly series of killings that took place within them: Nazi power games playing out in the heart of the United States. My guest today is William Geroux, a World War II expert and author of "The Fifteen: Murder, Retribution, and the Forgotten Story of Nazi POWs in America". He discusses the origins of the German prisoner-of-war camps, the daily lives of the men held there, and the deep divisions between hardline Nazis and less political prisoners—tensions that ultimately led to a series of murders and the prosecution of fifteen POWs. The author's publisher page: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/725017/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the AAC podcast, we have adventure writer Cassidy Randall on to talk about her new book, "Thirty Below." Thirty Below is the gripping story of the Denali Damsels–a group of female adventurers who achieved the first all-women's ascent of Denali, also known as Mt. McKinley, the tallest peak in North America. Everyone told the “Denali Damsels,” that it couldn't be done, that women were incapable of climbing mountains on their own. It was 1970. Men had walked on the moon; but women still had not stood on the highest points on Earth. But these six women were unwilling to be limited. They pushed past barriers in society at large, the climbing world, and their own bodies. Following vibrant mountaineers with a lot of personality, like the stubborn Grace Hoemann and the brilliant chemist Arlene Blum, this book tells a rich tale of a community's set of limiting beliefs, and the women who dared to prove them wrong, despite disaster and risk on the expedition. In the episode, Cassidy and the AAC dive into some of the experiences of these women that pushed them to achieve more and more in their mountaineering careers, the challenges of archival research, and capturing a climbing story that is too often forgotten.

Send us a textLet's make an exchange! Author William Geroux joins me to discuss his book The Fifteen: Murder, Retribution, and the Forgotten Story of Nazi POWs in America. Come listen!Buy The FifteenSupport the show

Welcome to The Not Old Better Show, the podcast for those who believe life gets better—and even sweeter—with age. I'm your host, Paul Vogelzang, and today we're diving into the soul-stirring legacy of two musical giants whose voices, harmonies, and vision shaped the very sound of a generation: Curtis Mayfield and Jerry Butler. If you grew up spinning 45s on your record player or gathered around the radio to hear those smooth, soaring harmonies, then you already know that Mayfield and Butler weren't just voices—they were storytellers, activists, and pioneers of a sound that broke barriers. Together, they helped shape the golden age of soul music, and their influence continues to inspire generations. But did you know that before the world knew them as soul legends, they were just two young men from Chicago's Cabrini-Green projects, united by gospel music, ambition, and a dream of something bigger? Today, we'll uncover the fascinating story of how Jerry Butler and Curtis Mayfield met, formed the Impressions, and created hits like the unforgettable “For Your Precious Love.” We'll also explore why Jerry's path ultimately led him to go solo—and how Curtis turned his heartbreak into a revolutionary career that brought soul music into the Civil Rights Movement. Joining us today is returning guest Scott Shea, a writer and expert in music history, whose latest article brings these incredible stories to life. From Curtis Mayfield's genius as a songwriter to Jerry Butler's powerful, underrated baritone, we'll reflect on their journey, their struggles, and their lasting impact on American music and culture. This one's for the music lovers, the memory keepers, and anyone who remembers the days when a song could soothe your soul and spark a revolution. So grab a cup of coffee or tea, sit back, and let's celebrate the legacy of two legends who reminded us all to “Keep on Pushing.” I'm Paul Vogelzang, and this is The Not Old Better Show. Let's get started.

Director Alfonso Maiorana's new documentary, “Goddess of Slide,” tells the story of Ellen McIlwaine, a pioneering singer-songwriter and slide guitarist who should have been a household name. Born in Nashville and raised in Japan, Ellen played with the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Winter and Taj Mahal before ultimately settling down in Calgary where she worked as a school bus driver in the last decade of her life. Now, she's finally receiving her rightful place in music history. Alfonso joins Tom Power to tell us more about her remarkable life and legacy.

In the history of pro wrestling, so many men are credited with making wrestling what it is today. From Gorgeous George to Bruno Sammartino to Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair and The Rock. Each one is credited with moving the industry forward. But in the world of women's wrestling, one name seems forgotten. And she's the woman who truly started it all. Today fans know stars like Trish Stratus, Lita, Bianca Belair and Mariah May. But the true history of women's wrestling stretches back to one woman. Her name is Mildred Burke. And her story is no longer forgotten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim is back to wrap-up some smaller 2024 releases, and get a little bit of a late start on 2025. He also gives a brief history of black female pro wrestlers in the 1950s, as he digs a little deeper into Dark Match.Movies Discussed (Beware Spoilers): Get Away, Invoking Yell, Y2K, Your Monster, Mind Body Spirit, The Monster Beneath Us, Boneface, The Damned, Grafted, and Dark Match.Vice article cited: The Forgotten Story of the First Black Female Wrestlers: https://www.vice.com/en/article/the-forgotten-story-of-the-first-black-female-wrestlers/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During World War II, approximately half a million German prisoners of war were held in the United States, housed in 700 camps spread across the country, from Florida to Maine. These POWs were treated in accordance with the Geneva Conventions, often working in agriculture and other industries to alleviate domestic labor shortages. Today, evidence of these POW camps has all but vanished, and with them the harrowing knowledge of what happened beyond the battlefield. But today’s guest, William Geroux (Jer-oh), author of “The Fifteen: Murder, Retribution, and the Forgotten Story of Nazi POWs in America,” not only exposes the forgotten history of these POW camps on American soil, but of the Nazi power games that dominated life within them. While German prisoners were protected by the Geneva Convention and generally treated fairly by their American captors, ardent Nazis in dozens of the camps began to punish and attack their fellow German inmates who failed to live up to Nazi ideology. What followed was a grisly series of murders in the heart of the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is sponsored by Bilt Rewards- go to JoinBilt.com/Immigrantly to get started Some stories demand to be told. This one, in particular, struck me deeply. I sat down with Nancy Wang, a storyteller, artist, and author of Red Altar, to talk about her ancestors—Chinese immigrants who helped build California's fishing industry against all odds. Their ingenuity, their fight against racist laws, and their sheer will to survive felt eerily familiar. As we spoke, I found myself reflecting on the weight of legacy. How many immigrant stories like Nancy's have been erased? How many sacrifices did it take for communities like hers and mine to thrive in a country that often tries to erase our presence? Nancy shared how her ancestors were banned from fishing during the day, forcing them to innovate by using fire baskets to catch squid at night. They were resilient, determined, and unwilling to be erased. As she spoke, I couldn't help but think of today's immigrants facing exclusion and finding ways to survive. This episode is more than history; it's about the living, breathing legacy of immigrants in America. It's about resilience, the cost of belonging, and why telling these stories matters now more than ever. Listen in, and let's make sure these stories don't stay hidden

In this episode, I'm joined by MAJ Jason Boswell to discuss Armor Doctrine development that will ultimately impact how the US Army's Armored Forces conduct themselves and their operations in 1944. This includes talk of the Interwar Period, between the First and Second World Wars, and the late 1930s through 1941, with talk of the 1941 GHQ Maneuvers which were the main event in the beginning of this series - before it was Why We Fight, the first year was called Building an American Army. Links From Horses to Horsepower: The Mechanization and Demise of the US Cavalry, 1916-1950 by Alexander Bielakowski (Amazon) Mobility, Shock, Firepower: The Emergence of the US Army's Armor Branch, 1917-1945 by Robert S. Cameron (https://www.history.army.mil/html/books/Mobility_Shock_and_Firepower/CMH_30-23-1.pdf) The US Army GHQ Maneuvers of 1941 by Christopher Gable (https://www.history.army.mil/html/books/070/70-41-1/CMH_Pub_70-41-1.pdf) In the Presence of Soldiers: The 2nd Army Maneuvers & Other World War II Activity in Tennessee by Woody Cillin (Amazon) General Lesley J. McNair: Unsung Architect of the US Army by Dr. Mark Calhoun (Amazon) The Rise of the G.I. Army, 1940-1941: The Forgotten Story of How America Forged a Powerful Army Before Pearl Harbor by Paul Dickson (Amazon) Monschau's Lucky 38 by Jason Boswell (Amazon) Mother of Tanks website (http://www.motheroftanks.com/podcast/) Bonus Content (https://www.patreon.com/c/motheroftanks)  

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In this special episode from our archive: how Nazi bullying and controversial victories overshadowed Italy's gold medal at the Berlin Games Because of industrial action taking place by members of the National Union of Journalists at the Guardian and Observer this week, we are re-running an episode from our archive.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/footballweeklypod

Paris Marx is joined by Becca Lewis to discuss the right-wing project to shape the internet in the 1990s and how we're still living with the legacies of those actions today.Becca Lewis is a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University.Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Support the show on Patreon.The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Eric Wickham. Transcripts are by Brigitte Pawliw-Fry.Also mentioned in this episode:Paris wrote about Marc Andreessen mentioning the Italian Futurists in his Techno-Optimist Manifesto.Ruth Eveleth wrote about the Italian Futurists in the context of Silicon Valley.In 1995, Wired published a story on how “America's futurist politicians” Al Gore and Newt Gingrich were in an epic struggle to shape the internet.Becca mentioned the work of Nicole Hemmer and Patricia Aufderheide.Support the show

On this episode of Tech Won't Save Us, Paris Marx is joined by Becca Lewis to discuss the right-wing project to shape the internet in the 1990s and how we're still living with the legacies of those actions today. Becca Lewis is a postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Gavin Ortlund shares about the reform movement initiated by Estifanos, a 15th century Ethiopian Christian. See Russ Ramsey's Van Gogh Has a Broken Heart: https://www.amazon.com/Van-Gogh-Has-Broken-Heart/dp/0310155576/ Truth Unites exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville. SUPPORT: Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunites FOLLOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gavinortlund Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/ Website: https://truthunites.org/

Le récit manuscrit d'un soldat britannique sur sa fuite d'un camp de prisonniers de guerre nazi pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale a été publié après avoir été découvert lors d'une vente aux enchères. Traduction:A British soldier's handwritten account of how he escaped a Nazi prisoner of war camp during World War Two has been published after it was discovered at an auction. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

In an age that doesn't think too much about history, you might be forgiven for thinking that a culture of exercise only emerged in the 20th century. But the idea of purposefully exercising to change one's body — what folks used to call "physical culture" — likely goes back to the very beginnings of time.Here to unpack the origins, evolution, and future of fitness is Dr. Conor Heffernan, a Lecturer in the Sociology of Sport at Ulster University and the author of The History of Physical Culture. Today on the show, Conor takes us on a fascinating and wide-ranging tour of physical culture, from the ancient Egyptians, who made their pharaohs run around a pyramid to test their fitness to rule, to the ancient Greeks who used their gymnasiums for both bodily training and intellectual philosophizing, to modern strongmen who became proto fitness influencers, and many periods and societies in between. We discuss how training practices changed over time, where they may be going next, and the evergreen principles from past eras that we could still learn from today.Resources Related to the PodcastAoM Podcast #988: Of Strength and Soul — Exploring the Philosophy of Physical FitnessAoM Podcast #939: What Lifting Ancient Stones Can Teach You About Being a ManRogue documentaries on stone lifting in Scotland, Iceland, and SpainAoM Podcast #39: Eugen Sandow, Victorian StrongmanAoM Podcast #624: The Crazy, Forgotten Story of America's First Fitness Influencer, Bernarr MacFaddenAoM Article: An Introduction to Indian Club TrainingAoM Video: Intro to Indian Club TrainingDe Arte GymnasticaJohann GutsMuthsFriedrich Ludwig JahnTurnvereine gymnastic system The Strongman Project Connect With Conor HeffernanPhysical Culture Study websiteConor's faculty page

We are back to Spanish Florida after a long hiatus, with the story of St. Augustine, La Florida after the founding of the city and the slaughter of the Huguenots at Fort Caroline until the construction of the Castillo de San Marcos in the 1670s. The city would almost fail, and in 1607 the Spanish Crown ordered that it be shut down and that Spain withdraw from Florida all together. That order would be promptly rescinded when the English landed at Jamestown. It is a story of courageous Catholic evangelism, Indian wars, relentless epidemics, and pirates, climaxing in the raid of the dread pirate Robert Searles in 1668. That attack would, ironically, result in a renewed commitment by the Spanish government to sustaining the city which would ensure its long-term survival as the oldest continuing town in the United States. X/Twitter: @TheHistoryOfTh2 Facebook: The History of the Americans Podcast Selected references for this episode (Commission earned for Amazon purchases through the website) Carrie Gibson, El Norte: The Epic and Forgotten Story of Hispanic North America Michael Gannon (ed), The History of Florida Susan Richbourg Parker, "St. Augustine in the Seventeenth-Century: Capital of La Florida," The Florida Historical Quarterly, Winter 2014 Diana Reigelsperger, "Pirate, Priest, and Slave: Spanish Florida in the 1668 Searles Raid," The Florida Historical Quarterly, Winter 2014 List of Cuba–United States aircraft hijackings

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Jeff Bezos's fortune is vast, but he isn't the richest person in history. That title belongs to Mansa Musa, whose wealth, even adjusted for inflation, surpasses Bezos, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates combined. Ruling the Mali Empire in the 1300s, Musa controlled vast gold and salt reserves and his immense generosity caused a decade-long gold recession in cities like Cairo, Medina, and Mecca. He transformed Timbuktu into a global center of trade, culture, and learning. Despite his monumental impact, Mansa Musa's story is largely forgotten outside of Africa. In this episode, I discuss the forgotten story of Mansa Musa and the transformative power of his wealth and visionary leadership. For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com This episode is brought to you by: Lumen Embrace greatness through these empowering offerings: Embrace the boundless power of your mind. Enroll alongside 200+ motivated students in my academy and unlock your true potential. Access two exclusive bonus episodes monthly, ad-free listening, entry to our Members-Only Discord channel, and exclusive discounts on courses and Substack. Unlock actionable insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly ⁠newsletter⁠. Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by either enrolling in my Private Coaching program or Group Coaching program⁠. Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community. Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success. Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter YouTube Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps)! Music by: Blaize Trulson Produced by Legacy Divisions. Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rebroadcast: In 1956, a federal judge ordered the town of Clinton, Tennessee to desegregate its high school. The unrest that followed tore the town apart. About: On Point is WBUR's award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world.