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Stories to be tolled

History is...a matter of fact or perspective? School Leader and author of the "Stories to be tolled" poetic narratives, Tracy DW attempts to explore this question through her podcast series. By inviting you to share her learning journey through discussing evidence about a range of historical topics and inviting you the listener to reflect on potential answers, Tracy DW advocates a more global approach to understanding history and presents learning about Britain"s colonial past in a way that is

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01:41

Tracy's Showcase on the Virtual Book Tour (part 3)

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2023/12/17

In this mini-episode Tracy shares her opinions about the importance of having a culturally diverse history curriculum for schools and in further and higher education. Until 21st December, all our paperbacks can be purchased for just £5 when you visit the Website Bookshop using promo code #BHM23 at the checkout. Just click the 'Purchase from Us' button. You can also watch the full video on the website's promotions page History is...a matter of fact or perspective? School Leader and author of the

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04:11

Tracy’s Showcase on The Virtual Book Tour (part 2)

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2023/11/25

It's the Second part where Tracy shares and explores her brand story for 'Stories to be tolled' once again through another part series. This time in front of a global audience. You can also hop over to You Tube to watch the full video History is...a matter of fact or perspective? School Leader and author of the 'Stories to be tolled' poetic narratives, Tracy DW attempts to explore this question through her podcast series about the British Empire and Britain’s colonial past. By inviting you to

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07:44

Tracy's Showcase on the Virtual Book Tour (part 1)

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2023/11/11

Tracy shares and explores her brand story for 'Stories to be tolled' once again through another part series. This time in front of a global audience. You can also hop over to You Tube to watch the full video History is...a matter of fact or perspective? School Leader and author of the 'Stories to be tolled' poetic narratives, Tracy DW attempts to explore this question through her podcast series about the British Empire and Britain’s colonial past. By inviting you to share her learning journey,

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04:53

'Final Thoughts:' The Black Books Show Interview...

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2023/10/28

Well, it's the close of BHM2023 in the UK and in the final part of her interview with fellow author and podcaster Makonnen Sankofa, Tracy wraps up by sharing her final thoughts for her co-listeners and co-learners as well as more information about her work and how you can stay in touch... ‘History is...a matter of fact or perspective?’ School Leader and author of the 'Stories to be tolled' poetic narratives, Tracy DW attempts to explore this question through her podcast series about the British

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04:53

'Reaping the Benefits:' The Black Book Show (part 4)

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2023/10/14

It's Black History Month in the UK and in the fourth part of this interview (and the first episode in a NEW SEASON) takes on a more sober note. Tracy discusses with fellow author and podcaster Makonnen Sankofa the legacy of the slave trade and the undeniable reasons why colonialism and its history is still a relevant topic to be taught in and out of the classroom today. ‘History is...a matter of fact or perspective?’ School Leader and author of the 'Stories to be tolled' poetic narratives, Tracy

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08:01

'The Turning Point:' The Black Books Show interview...

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2023/09/30

In this, the third episode of this interview series Tracy discusses with fellow author and podcaster Makonnen Sankofa the origins and focus of her podcast series ‘Stories to be tolled – the podcast series.’ Tracy shares the moment where the podcast transitioned from a mechanical format into taking on a life of its own. ‘History is...a matter of fact or perspective?’ School Leader and author of the 'Stories to be tolled' poetic narratives, Tracy DW attempts to explore this question through her

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11:00

'Moving On' - The Black Books Show interview (part 2)

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2023/09/16

Welcome to the second part of Tracy's interview with fellow Author and Podcaster Makonnen Sankofa. In this, the second episode of this interview series Tracy ‘moves on’ in the conversation and shares ‘Stories to be tolled’ as a brand. She explains more by defining her target audience and her underlying ‘why’ for writing the stories and creating the learning platform. Makonnen is the host of 'The Black Books Show Podcast Interviews' and author of a range of books inspired by his travels across

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12:38

Beginnings: The Black Books Show interview (part 1)

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2023/09/02

Welcome to the first part of Tracy's interview with fellow Author and Podcaster Makonnen Sankofa. Makonnen is the host of 'The Black Books Show Podcast Interviews' and author of a range of books inspired by his travels across Africa. Makonnen also hosts 'The Black Books Show Virtual Book Tour' every month which is recorded in front of a live global audience on ZOOM and then published on You Tube every month. He is also a regular DJ and host on Luton Urban Radio and Galaxy Radio Stations. This is

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12:12

Portrait of a 'First' Lady (REPRISE)

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2023/08/19

Tracy continues her 'trip down memory lane' with her fifth and final episode (for now) in her series of reprisals from the very first season. In this episode Tracy shares a renewed perspective on a woman who was a trailblazer and role model to all her native country folk at a tumultuous time in South Africa's history. The one she calls the 'First' lady of South Africa - Nokutela Dube. If you enjoy these podcasts then visit us for more information. You can also opt in to our mailing list to

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13:18

The Pink Map (REPRISAL)

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2023/08/05

Tracy continues her 'trip down memory lane' with the fourth episode in her series of reprisals from the very first season. The 'Pink Map (REPRISAL)' shares a renewed perspective on the Scramble for Africa and an event that was overlooked during that process; a dispute over land and boundaries between Britain and Portugal. If you enjoy these podcasts then visit us for more information. You can also opt in to our mailing list to receive our monthly newsletter, free samples of each of our

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14:18

Constantinople 1453 (REPRISE)

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2023/07/22

Tracy continues to look back at her very first season and presents to you, her listeners and co-learners, another 'reprisal' of one of her very first episodes. Tracy 'revisits' Constantinople: a city known today as Istanbul. Constantinople was once the seat of power for three empires spanning a timeline of more than two millennium. Also spanning two continents, this city was a gateway, a crossroads between West and East which had always been 'open for business' but in 1453, it suddenly became

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15:21

Anyone for Tea? (REPRISE)

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2023/07/08

I ask myself the question, 'If I was beginning my podcast series today, how would I deliver these episodes now?' (Tracy DW) In this episode Tracy continues with her 'Reprisal' series in looking back and revising over some of the very first episodes from the very first season. This time its an episode originally produced to compliment her poetic narrative The Journey's End - giving back Hong Kong which had not yet been released in 2020. Tracy commemorates the 26th anniversary this year of the

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16:01

Windrush 75 (REPRISE)

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2023/06/24

In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Windrush and in homage to the 'Windrush Generation' those who migrated from the Caribbean to the UK between 1945 - 60. Tracy shares a reprisal of her very first podcast episode in the first season back in 2020 and shares an extract from Caribbean 'Wind' the story written in homage. To mark the occasion all paperbacks on the website are just £5 each until and including the 30th June. You might want to continue your learning journey about the Windrush

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15:11

So What's Next?

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2023/06/10

In this episode Tracy shares some reflections from her visit to the Podcast Show at the Business Design Centre in London and her first Book stall event at the Sixth Form College where she attended as a student. Tracy reflects and takes stock over what has happened with 'Stories to be tolled' since its launch in 2020 and ponders on the question 'so what's next? Through her podcasts, Tracy DW promotes a global approach to understanding history and invites you to share her learning journey about

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17:18

It's one 'Mo' story

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2023/05/27

In this episode Tracy share's her perspective on the documentary revealing the shocking childhood of the British athlete and four time Olympic Champion Mo Farah who was trafficked to the UK at the age of 9, stripped of his identity and subjected to a life of domestic servitude. This episode was inspired by Tracy's visit to the Schools and Academies Show where Tracy witnessed Mo's interview where he spoke candidly about his childhood and how one particular teacher saved his life and changed it for

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20:41

The Stories so far (part 6)

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2023/05/13

In this episode Tracy re-orientates her listeners back to the heart of the 'Stories to be tolled' movement...the Stories!! As we anticipate South Africa independence Tracy shares her reflections and anecdotes in relation to the eighth title in the 'Stories to be tolled ' series A Story for South Africa Tracy pays respect to the struggles and triumphs of those who contributed to to shaping the 'story ' of South Africa's past as well as looking to those contributing in the present toward the

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22:08

Crown Benefits

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2023/04/29

As the Coronation of King Charles 3rd draws near, Tracy shares her learning journey about the British Royal Family's links to the trans Atlantic Slave trade and asks 'WHO also benefited?' Tracy's asks what will research into the finances of the Royal family uncover what place does the British Monarchy have in the modern world. Through her podcasts, Tracy DW promotes a global approach to understanding history and invites you to share her learning journey about Britain's colonial past. She asks the

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17:57

What's the State of the Union? - Northern Ireland...

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2023/04/15

US President Joe Biden's visit to Northern Ireland comes at a time when the UK commemorates the 25th anniversary of the 'Good Friday Agreement.' Biden ensures us that the focus of his visit is to 'keep the peace' but what does this really mean? In this podcast episode Tracy reflects on the significance of Biden's visit and also Ireland's colonial past and asks how these may have implications for the country's present and future with the UK and Europe. Through her podcasts, Tracy DW promotes a

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19:33

What's the State of the Union?

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2023/04/01

In this podcast episode, Tracy share's her thoughts about the one country that is central to but so often overlooked when it comes to her learning journey about colonial history: The UK. Tracy looks at what is influencing the current climate for the World's 5th largest economy and whether the UK can 'weather' the storm of it's current internal tensions and its relationship with the European Union. Tracy also announces the winner of the giveaway for the month of March. 'History is...a matter of fact

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16:04

Ghana and the Chocolate Factory

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2023/03/18

March is the month to celebrate Ghana's independence. Tracy DW remembers this event by exploring another opportunity for the country to gain a 'second independence' through their vision to expand their processing and manufacturing of cocoa. Tracy asks whether Ghana is able to build the capacity needed to take on the Europeans and build the ultimate 'Chocolate Factory' using a classic but simple analysis model to do this. 'History is...a matter of fact or perspective?' School Leader and author of

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