Because greedy bastards don't only prey on the living! Every part of the human must be exploited for someone else's financial gain. "God money's not looking for the cure / God money's not concerned about the sick among the pure." -Trent Reznor, NIN ⚠️⚠️⚠️ Extreme trigger warning. This episode deals with death, human remains, the black market, grief, etc. Please be advised. Links: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tv/episode/fe9abf77-650f-4cc4-b31e-9a37c5032747/playlist/PL554408064 http...

In 1925, a group of mushers and their sled dogs braved a blizzard to spend nearly a week relaying diphtheria serum from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska during a winter outbreak. The dog who led the final relay leg into town was Balto, who rose to fame as the face of the effort. But why is Balto stuffed and on display in Cleveland? The answer may surprise

Get early episodes & ad-free audio on Patreon: https://patreon.com/DrowsyHistorianFall asleep on the frozen grasslands of the Ice Age as you spend your days transforming enormous mammoth hides into the things your community needs to survive.Tonight, you are a mammoth hide tanner, scraping away tissue with stone tools, stretching heavy hides beneath the open sky, working them beside smoky fires, and patiently softening them into warm clothing, sturdy shelter coverings, straps, cords, and other

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As a part of our continuing effort to commemorate the incredible global story of WW2, we present our ongoing ‘Family Stories’ series.This series tells YOUR relatives’ stories of derring do - both on the front line and home front. In this episode we hear about British civilians preparing for guerilla war, bombs that remained hidden until the 1950s, a Polish pilot above Italy, and a moving final letter from beyond the grave. With thanks to Brian, David, Karl, and Richard Start your free

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Why did the Terror reach unprecedented levels of bloodshed in 1794? Who was running France by this point? And, how was Robespierre finally destroyed, and dragged to the guillotine by his former allies…?Join Dominic and Tom as they reach the terrifying, climactic conclusion to their series on the Terror, as well as the French Revolution, with the gory execution of one of its most infamous players: Maximilien Robespierre. Join The Rest Is History Club:Unlock the full experience of the show –

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In this episode, we explore how the French Foreign Legion transformed from a group of outcasts into a legendary military force. We'll uncover the unique history and the extraordinary tales of courage that define this iconic legion.

In the second of two episodes, Stephanie Rozene and Paul Greenhalgh follow Peter Voulkos through the explosive years that transformed him from master potter into one of the most radical figures in modern ceramics.From the experimental studios of Otis and Berkeley to his monumental Blackwares, stacks and platters, Voulkos tears, cuts, pounds and rebuilds clay, pushing it far beyond the traditional vessel. His performances become legendary, while a generation of students go on to reshape American

Governess, confidante and fiercely loyal companion, Kate Ashley was an almost constant presence throughout the life of Queen Elizabeth I, from her early days as a princess, to the most dangerous years, to the very height of her powers but who was the woman behind this extraordinary reign and friendship, who actually was Kate Ashley, who were her court relations, what links did she possess to royalty itself and what can her story tell us about female friendship, loyalty and survival in Tudor England

In 2024, amateur mountaineer Brian Dickinson is attempting to scale his fourth major peak in just three years. It’s the turn of Mount Everest, as the navy veteran takes on the tallest of them all. But after the triumph of reaching the summit, Brian’s whole world suddenly turns white and his life hangs in the balance. When prolonged sun exposure bleaches his corneas, he’s unable to see. All alone, with no means of communication and no chance of rescue, he is going to have to overcome Everest again…

Who was William the Conqueror? Who was Harold Godwinson? Who was Harald Hardrada? And how did these three rivals change the course of English history forever?In Episode 2 of this series, Anita Anand and William Dalrymple are joined by Marc Morris, author of The Norman Conquest and The Anglo-Saxons, to discuss the road to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Join the Empire Club: Unlock the full Empire experience – with bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to miniseries and live show

O segundo presidente eleito no contexto da Ditadura Militar, iniciada em 1964, foi o marechal Artur da Costa e Silva. Isto aconteceu em outubro de 1966. Durante o mandato dele, foi editado, por exemplo, o Ato Institucional de número 5 (AI-5).“Costa e Silva sempre foi um um militar, vamos dizer, que se passava por um ‘Caxias’. Por outro lado, mas nunca teve um viés democrata e legalista. Isso é inegável”, afirmou o professor Paulo Cunha, de Ciência Político da Universidade Estadual Paulista

Germany’s former intelligence chief has been arrested for treason and spying for a foreign power. But who has he been accused of spying for? And how dangerous could this accusation be for the BND? Listen as David and Gordon dig into the breaking news that the former chief of German intelligence has been arrested on charges of treason and espionage. ------------------- Sign-up for our free newsletter where producer Becki takes you behind the scenes of the show:

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Send us Fan Mail Does thinking about death set us free, or keep us trapped by fear? In the second episode of our Montaigne series, Samuel Woodall and Jack Thomson explore philosophy as preparation for death, the relationship between virtue and pleasure, and an education that develops judgement rather than merely filling the memory. We then ask how attention to ordinary life and bodily limits changes Montaigne’s approach to mortality. Beyond the Text brings historical texts into conversation....

Today, we investigate the Great Fires. In my personal Favorite Episode to this point, we find a massive flaw in the narrative that mathematically opens the floodgates. Understanding that there is nearly zero chance that these Great Fires happened, the way that we are told, will possibly change the way that people think about our mainstream history forever. We cover all of this..and much..much more!---- TO BECOME A BADGE MEMBER & HELP GROW THIS CHANNEL ----HERE IS THE LINK:

In this episode, we explore the complex conflict of the Crusades, focusing on the brutal wars fought between Christians and Muslims. We'll discuss the motivations, key battles, and lasting impacts of these historic encounters.