Serial killers. Gangsters. Gunslingers. Victorian-era murderers. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Each week, the Most Notorious podcast features true-life tales of crime, criminals, tragedies and disasters throughout history. Host Erik Rivenes interviews authors and historians who have studied their subjects for years. Their stories are offered with unique insight, detail, and historical accuracy.
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Here you’ll find mysterious deaths, morbid fascinations, disturbing stories, and otherwise spooky events from the Victorian Era. If you consider yourself an enthusiast of creepy Victorian history, you probably already know about the age of spiritualism, the grizzly murders, the grave robbers, twisted pseudo psychotherapy, and memento mori – But I try to dig a little deeper. This was a time full of lace corsetry, romantic poetry, and a deep reverence and affection for the dead. It was a cultu ...
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If you always believed the myths that the Victorians were “prudish” and “repressed,” this podcast may inspire you to reconsider! In each episode, host Marisa D discusses a not-so-well-known aspect of life during the Victorian Era (1837 - 1901) that will intrigue and surprise you.
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A history podcast on the Victorian era
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News of The Times Your gateway to a captivating journey through the darker pages of history. Join us as we dive deep into the annals of crime, unearthing forgotten stories, unsolved mysteries, and notorious criminals from the past. We upload 4 days a week: Sinister Saturdays Murderous Mondays Wicked Wednesdays Frightful Fridays Hosted by Robin Coles
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Lithium Jubilee is a podcast about Victorian Era minutiae. Much like the era, we aim to be equal parts fancy and ridiculous. Join us!
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The Victorienne is a podcast exploring the Victorian era, hosted by Lenore Clark. Currently on hiatus.
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The Victorian era wages and cost of living
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During the 63-year-long reign of Queen Victoria, seven men took the fateful decision to try to kill her. The seven men were within seconds of changing history - each could have brought the Victorian era to a premature end, yet each has been forgotten to history. This new podcast series narrated by Dr Bob Nicholson will look to answer the question of what led these men to try to kill the most famous and influential woman on the planet.
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A down-to-earth discussion on death and dying with your Deputies of Death.
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Wharton's classic story of an aging (by Victorian-era standards) spinster socialite who would rather marry for money than for true love.
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An engaging podcast series that offers a unique dramatization of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” featuring the talented Gray family, who collectively portray all the characters. In this captivating retelling, listeners are whisked away to Victorian London, experiencing the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge through the diverse voices and dynamic interpretations of a single family. Join this unique family cast on a journey through the timeless themes of compassion, redemption, and the h ...
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This is THE podcast for kids that want to learn all about history. From the Victorian era to the Romans, each "History for Kids" series dives into the lives of people living back in those days and get's kids learning all about what happened in the past!
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In Victorian-era Wheeling, West Virginia, a German-American brewer and entrepreneur would create a lasting impact that is still felt in the community today. From immigration to politics, industrialization to crime, take a step back in time as we look at Wheeling through the lens of Henry Schmulbach’s life. Brought to you by Wheeling Heritage Media and hosted by William Hal Gorby. For more podcasts by Wheeling Heritage Media: https://weelunk.com/multimedia/podcasts/
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Hosted by Gabriel Hesch and Autumn Phaneuf, who have advanced degrees in electrical engineering and industrial engineering/operations research respectively, come together to discuss mathematics as a pure field all in its own as well as how it describes the language of science, engineering, and even creativity. Breaking Math brings you the absolute best in interdisciplinary science discussions - bringing together experts in varying fields including artificial intelligence, neuroscience, evolu ...
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Explanations of Western European trends in men and women's fashion from prehistoric times to the Victorian Era.
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Step into the captivating world of history with "The Forgotten Timeline," a podcast that takes you on an immersive journey through the annals of time. Join us as we unravel the rich tapestry of human civilization, exploring the stories, events, and individuals that have shaped our world. In each episode, we dive deep into a different era, culture, or pivotal moment in world history, shedding light on the triumphs, challenges, and enduring legacies that continue to resonate today. From the an ...
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This podcast showcases original historical research done by students at Fort Hays State University. You can listen to our students talk about a wide range of historical topics from various periods in history. Give us a listen and a shout out if you like what you hear!
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On this podcast we discuss lesser known characters and events from history. Some of the details of these historical accounts may be debated and on this show YOU get to decided: Is it History? Or is it Hearsay?
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George R. Sims was a journalist of the Victorian era who was mostly concerned with social reforms. He was very interested in the life of the poor. This is a dramatic monologue by an inmate at a workhouse, exposing the hypocrisy of the law. A vivid ballad which you would not be able to resist. - Summary by Stav Nisser.
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During the bicentenarial year of the birth of Charles Dickens (7th February 1812), the University of Warwick is celebrating the life and works of one of the greatest authors to ever put pen to paper. Experts from the University and beyond explore the genius of Dickens across different aspects of his experiences, knowledge, philanthropy, character-rich novels and the Victorian era, in which he lived. Video and audio interviews with leading academics plus readings of extracts of his work pay h ...
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Join actor Hugh Dancy (“Adam”) and director Tanya Wexler as they discuss their British comedy “Hysteria”. Set in the Victorian era, the film's title refers to the once-common medical diagnosis of female hysteria.
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Before the Common Era is an educational and conversational podcast between 3 friends and their sound guy. Join them as they go on an adventure through a hat and all of the mysteries it may contain.
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Welcome to “Living History with the Countess of Derby,” where I, the Countess of Derby, take you on a journey through some of the most captivating moments in British and American history. This podcast delves into the stories behind some of the most influential figures, events, and places that have shaped our world. From the Victorian era’s most significant politicians and their ties to my family, the Derbys, to Knowsley Hall’s unique association with William Shakespeare and the origins of th ...
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This Podcast will inform you about the Best Deals while buying Antique Furniture, and the pros and cons that your decisions can make.How To Get The Best Deals While Buying Antique Furniture. Buy the best second-hand furniture in Adelaide from Cavalier Antiques & Restorations. From rare and treasure worthy Victorian era furniture to the more recent ones, we have an envious collection waiting for you. Come to our store and get spellbound.
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What does it mean to be a music researcher? How does a musician use music as a medium to foster community? Featuring interviews with other musicians, scholars and artists, host Lydia Bangura seeks to ask interesting questions about music and execute important and relevant music research. Join Lydia as she reads, writes and chats her way through a music PhD program. Got questions or feedback? Interested in being a guest on the pod? Send inquiries to: hermusicacademia@gmail.com
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Welcome to Cemetery Tales Podcast! We invite you to delve into the depths of burial grounds and beyond. Prepare to be captivated as we share stories, profound insights, and personal experiences, illuminating the mysterious world of cemetery practices, customs, and management. Join us every Friday as we unearth new episodes, each one a journey into the unknown. But that's not all—keep your senses sharp for bonus episodes. Plus, stay updated on the latest cemetery trends. Thanks for joining us ...
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Grossmith’s comic novel unveils the daily chronicles of the pompous and clumsy middle-aged clerk Charles Pooter, who has just moved to the London suburb of Holloway with his wife Carrie. Nonetheless, the family’s fresh start is not quite what they had in mind. Set in the late Victorian era, the diary accurately documents the manners, customs, trends and experiences of the time. First appearing in Punch magazine through the years 1888-89, The Diary of a Nobody was first published in book form ...
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Exploring the darkest corners of humanity, one crime at a time
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An American diplomat's family moves into an ancient stately mansion. They're warned by the owner that it is haunted by a most horrifying and gruesome spirit who had once cruelly murdered his own wife. The story progresses with creaking floor boards, mysterious passages, dark attics, clanking chains, and weird howling. Yet, the reader is totally unprepared for Oscar Wilde's brand of tongue in cheek humor as he takes all the ingredients of a traditional ghost story and turns it on its head, an ...
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Published in 1900, Sister Carrie follows its protagonist, Carrie, as she resolutely makes her way through the bustling city of Chicago in the hope of achieving her ultimate goal of a securing a better and more glamorous life for herself. Effectively illustrating his reputation as one of America’s greatest naturalists, Dreiser deviates from the established norms and moral values present in the Victorian era, and instead focuses his attention on accurately portraying the basic instincts that i ...
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Wordcrash is a creative writing podcast masquerading as a game show. Join our contestants as we challenge them to reboot gritty movies as squeaky clean cartoons, mash characters together and tell a classic story while avoiding as many tropes as possible. All this and more on Wordcrash.
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A comedy podcast about the most hilarious topic around: death! Hosted by Sarah Baumann and Emma Wargolet.
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An authoritative look at recent books that may or may not have shown up on your radar screen. Fiction and non-fiction. Biographies and comic books. Politics and the arts. And quite certainly, no gardening or cookery books. All presented with Tim Haigh’s passion for books and writing. Tim is a widely respected critic, reviewer and broadcaster. Expert without being stuffy, he is noted for the lively intelligence and irreverence he brings to the field.
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A city bathed in perpetual darkness, and a history not yet written. On the streets of Doskvol, it's kill or be killed as crews vie for power by any means necessary. Haunted City is a dark, twisted romp through a Victorian dystopia, using the rules of arguably the greatest RPG system of the modern era — Blades in the Dark. Watch new episodes of Haunted City Wednesdays at 8PM ET on twitch.tv/theglasscannon. YouTube videos and podcasts drop on Friday. Patreon subscribers can enjoy an ad-free ve ...
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Alice Austen (1866 – 1952) was one of America’s earliest and most prolific female photographers, and over the course of her life she captured about 8,000 images. This is the official audio tour of the Alice Austen House.
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This is the podcast for the ERC-funded interdisciplinary project Diseases of Modern Life: Nineteenth Century Perspectives, at the University of Oxford. The project explores the medical, literary and cultural responses in the Victorian age to the perceived problems of stress and overwork, anticipating many of the preoccupations of our own era.
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A continuous conversation about climate change - news, views and interviews.
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Welcome to "Weird Crap in Australia," a podcast hosted by Holly and Matthew, a husband and wife team with a passion for all things strange and unusual in the land down under. Each episode, Holly, a trained historian, and Matthew, a pop-culture enthusiast, dive into the weird and wacky aspects of Australian history and society. From the colonial era to the present day, they explore topics such as aliens, monsters, ghosts, and true crime, uncovering the stories and legends that have fascinated ...
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Dracula tells the tale of a sinister Transylvanian aristocrat who seeks to retain his youth and strength by feeding off human blood. The author, Bram Stoker, a young Victorian theater professional, was probably inspired by the strange epidemic of vampirism that occurred in remote parts of Eastern Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. These stories were recounted by travelers who later arrived in England and other parts of Western Europe. Stoker initially meant the tale to be written as a pl ...
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The History of England, from the Accession of James the Second by Thomas Babington Macaulay
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Hailed more as a literary masterpiece than an accurate account of historical facts, The History of England from the Accession of James the Second by Thomas Babington Macaulay is an admirable mix of fact and fiction. Modern day readers may find much that is offensive and insensitive in this five volume work which covers a particular period in the long and eventful history of Britain. However, it is certainly a book that leads the reader on to further research into the events and people mentio ...
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This episode explores the fascinating intersection of science and the supernatural during the Victorian era, highlighting how prominent scientists like Michael Faraday, William James, and the Curies engaged with spiritualism. It delves into the rise of spiritualism as a social movement, the scientific investigations that sought to debunk or underst…
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Hello and welcome to Cemetery Takes Podcast. In this episode we talk about: Death Photography and the Art of Memorializing the Dead in the Victorian Era. Sit back and relax as we dive into this topic. Thank you for listening. Appreciate you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cemetery/support…
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The Victorian era, a period of immense societal transformation in Britain, is explored in these excerpts. They examine key aspects of this era, including the Industrial Revolution and its impact on technology and society, the expansion of the British Empire and its consequences, the strict class structure and social reforms that emerged, the prevai…
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Alice Austen was versatile and forged her own path beyond the restrictive Victorian expectations for women. Executive Director, Victoria Munro describes what life was like for Alice during the Victorian era.توسط Alice Austen House
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On today's episode, Genevieve discusses the creepiest Victorian haunted house she could find: The Villisca Axe murder house. She talks about both the chilling backstory and the hauntings. References for today's episode: https://adelaidehauntedhorizons.com.au/haunted-villisca-ax-murder-house-ghosts/ https://murderhouse.com/ https://www.reddit.com/r/…
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Climate News: 'Nature positive' - It can be anything you want, Executive Director of The Australia Institute, Richard Denniss
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Richard Denniss (pictured), the Executive Director of The Australia Institute laughingly said in an ABC interview, that Nature Positive can be anything you want it to be. And on the 7:00 am podcast, we are told "Why Plibersek’s "nature positive" plans won’t fix the environment". "Is our Government less “nature positive” than a mining magnate?"; "Ei…
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Episode 332 - The May 8 Moratoriums Part 2 (1962-1975)
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The May 8 protests, part of the Moratorium to End the Vietnam War movement, saw hundreds of thousands of Australians take to the streets. These demonstrations were some of the largest anti-war protests in the country’s history, and they spanned across Melbourne, Sydney, and other major cities. The protests were inspired by similar movements in the …
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Disturbing Cases of Matricide - Darkest Family Secrets of the 1800s News of the Times Episode 3393 | 1878 & 1893 Matricide is rare and already rather creepy and disturbing in itself, but these two cases are more unusual than most. Our first case from 1878 involves a young lad of 17 and his alcoholic mother. She requests a glass of water from him an…
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Hello and welcome to Cemetery Tales Podcast. In this episode we talk about cremation. Thank you for listening. Please subscribe to the channel and be on the look out for new episodes. Appreciate you --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cemetery/support
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Climate News: Pragmatist or purist? Senior Fellow with the World Resources Insitute, Dr Karl Hausker, explains the difference
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A Senior Fellow with the World Resources Institute, Dr Karl Hausker (pictured), delivered a public lecture on October 10 at the University of Melbourne on "Recent developments in US climate policy." And it was during the lecture, thanks to what Dr Hausker said, that I realised I was a purist as opposed to being a pragmatist when it came to my appro…
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362: The Murders of Virginia Brooks, Louise Teuber & Hazel Bradshaw w/ Richard L. Carrico
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In 1931, San Diego was left reeling from the brutal murders of ten-year-old Virginia Brooks, seventeen-year-old Louise Teuber, and twenty-two-year-old Hazel Bradshaw. The murders left period investigators flummoxed - and the cases remain unresolved to this day. My guest is award-winning author Richard L. Carrico. He has meticulously reconstructed t…
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Brutal Murder Tales from the Georgian Era News of the Times Episode 391 | 1692 - 1754 In today’s episode we look at a series of disturbing stories from Georgian times. Our first case from 1742 involves a spoiled older son, worried that he will be disinherited by his younger brother and wanting his full inheritance now, he embarks on a killing spree…
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Event: Victoria's Shadow Energy Minister David Davis talks up bioenergy at the Shepparton forum of the Victorian Bioenergy Network
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Victoria's Shadow Minister for Energy, Affordability and Security, David Davis (pictured) was the keynote speaker at the recent Victoria Bioenergy Network forum in Shepparton. Nearly 100 people enjoyed the forum at Shepparton's Carrington Hotel, being welcomed by the network's president, "Elizabeth Lewis-Gray". During his address, Mr Davis mentione…
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The Body in the Buttery News of the Times Episode 392 | 1892 1892 Oldham, in Northern England, and odd things are going on with a tenant couple. The wife has, supposedly, travelled to her mother’s due to her mother’s alleged health issues - she has not been seen in weeks. The husband equally has not been seen around the property being rented for se…
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In this episode of Breaking Math, hosts Autumn and Gabriel dive deep into the complex relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and consciousness. They explore historical perspectives, engage in philosophical debates, and examine the ethical implications of creating conscious machines. Topics include the evolution of AI, challenges in defin…
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Prolific Australian writer, Tim Winton, has published "Juice" and in doing so has unveiled a dystopian future - "Can Tim Winton’s new book save us? With six grandkids, he had to try"; "Tim Winton goes cli-fi – his dystopian novel Juice breaks new ground to face the climate emergency"; "Why Tanya Plibersek is ‘absolutely prepared to put the blowtorc…
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In this episode, Will Amos, undergraduate history major, chats with Hollie Marquess about the 1927 Mississippi River Flood. This devastating flood caused hundreds of deaths and displaced thousands from homes. Will discusses the natural disaster, Herbert Hoover's coordination of relief efforts, and the reasons in which this flood marked the African …
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On today's episode, Genevieve will discuss coffin-shaped boxes in mysterious huts, a case of suspended animation, a struggle in an elevator with a lunatic, and some other disturbing, little “Items of interest” as they’re called in the 1878 volume of The Illustrated Police News Law Courts and Record which are indeed very interesting items. We’ll als…
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The May 8 protests, part of the Moratorium to End the Vietnam War movement, saw hundreds of thousands of Australians take to the streets. These demonstrations were some of the largest anti-war protests in the country’s history, and they spanned across Melbourne, Sydney, and other major cities. The protests were inspired by similar movements in the …
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The Disturbing Case of Mary Emily Cage News of the Times Episode 390 | 1851 In today’s episode it is 1851 Suffolk. The cage family are renowned in the village for the loud arguments and fights between James Cage and his wife Mary Emily cage, and also for Mary’s many departures with other men. In her last excursion, she brought her 16 year old daugh…
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The Case of The Colwick Murders And The Subsequent Tragedies News of the Times Episode 389 | 1844 In today’s episode it is 1844 Nottinghamshire. Mrs Saville, along with her three children, are on day release from the workhouse and in search of her husband who is lodging with a friend. Mrs Saville has heard about his friendly relations with a girl f…
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361: The History of Scotland Yard w/ Simon Read
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My guest this week is Simon Read, author of "Scotland Yard: A History of the London Police Force's Most Infamous Murder Cases". He walks us through a number of the notorious murder cases that helped transform London's Metropolitan Police into one of the world's premiere crime-fighting organizations. More about the author and his work here: https://…
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Dr Friederike Otto (pictured), a Senior Lecturer in Climate Science at the Grantham Institute for Climate Change and the Environment, was one of two speakers at a recent event staged by "Covering Climate Now". The press briefing staged by Covering Climate Now was aimed at equipping reporters with the knowledge and confidence to report the story; th…
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The sources provide an overview of the history, social structure, and religious beliefs of the ancient Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations. The text explores each civilization's societal organization, from the ruling class to the commoners, and examines their unique cultural practices, including warfare, trade, agriculture, and religious rituals. T…
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TLC has given us some of the most chaotic reality television over the years, so is it any surprise there was a show about funerals? The Deputies discuss this and more funeral antics on today’s episode.توسط MortMic
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Ragini Prasad (pictured) is the Executive Officer of the Victorian Bioenergy Network and will play a key role in the Shepparton Bioenergy Forum, which is scheduled for Tuesday, October 8. The forum will be held at Shepparton's Carrington Hotel, starting at 8:30 am, in the city's Wyndham St. The day-long program includes an impressive array of speak…
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Remarkable Executions between 1718 and 1816 News of the Times Episode 388 | 1718-1816 What constitutes a remarkable execution in history? In Georgian times, it meant any kind of execution where the behaviour of the prisoner was unexpected or where something goes terribly terribly wrong with the execution/ We look at 6 execution cases which were lab…
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Climate News: Capitalism is at the root of the climate crisis and we urgently need and alternate story
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Capitalism is consuming the planet and as it endlessly consumes to satiate its ever-growing appetite, it's taking all life, including you and I, to a rather gloomy conclusion. Writing on "Meditations" - Journal of the Marxist Literary Group - Jodi Dean says: "Many associate Fredric Jameson’s remark, “It’s easier to imagine an end to the world than …
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Molecular dynamics simulation with GFlowNets: machine learning the importance of energy estimators in computational chemistry and drug discovery
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In this episode of Breaking Math, hosts Autumn and Gabriel take a deep dive into the paper “Towards Equilibrium Molecular Conformation Generation with GFlowNets” by Volokova et al., published in the Digital Discovery Journal by the Royal Society of Chemistry. They explore the cutting-edge intersection of molecular conformations and machine learning…
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Standing over the body in the street, 16 year old Catherine Denino laughed a bitter little laugh.. “He broke my doll.. she said… You see… he… broke my doll.” Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Harlems Little Italy 2:53 - Early Life 6:00 - The Incident 9:00 - Catherine, Rocco & Luigi 11:45 - The Plan & Carrying it out 14:45 - Arrest & Defense 17:07 - H…
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On today's episode, Genevieve discusses "America's most haunted house®" - The Whaley House of San Diego California. She'll dive into the bone chilling back story, as well as the spooky hauntings that delight (and seriously creep out) visitors today. References for today's episode include: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whaley_House_(San_Diego,_Calif…
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Episode 330 - The Shaft (1973)
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Located along the Limestone Coast, The Shaft is one of the region’s most alluring yet treacherous underwater caves. In 1973, while attempting to explore the sinkhole’s submerged chambers, a group of 9 divers came up against their own mortality - and some didn't live through the experience. The tragedy underscored the extreme dangers of cave diving …
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The Vienna Murders - Serial Killer Hugo Schenk News of the Times Episode 387 | 1884 In today’s episode, it is 1884 Vienna where the crimes of Hugo Schenk, with his brother and a friend, have finally been caught after a murderous spree within Austria but with suspcions of also having crossed into Germany for more murders. The ploy was through the Vi…
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Climate News: Luisa Neubauer uses Japan's Cherry Blossoms to help us get a handle on the worsening climate crisis
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Luisa Neubauer (pictured) was a guest on a recent webinar organised by the Yale Center for Environmental Communication and the Yale School of the Environment’s Climate Learning Community and that is where you will find the webinar featuring the young German climate activist. Luisa, responsible for the "1.5 Degrees" podcast, used the Japanese Cherry…
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The episode explores the origins and history of the Parisi, a Celtic tribe that inhabited parts of modern-day England. The first source details the city of Paris, explaining its name and its origins from the Parisii tribe of Gaul. The second and third sources delve into the Parisi of Britain, tracing their history from their probable origin in Gaul…
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This episode offers a biography of Bruce Lee, a renowned martial artist, actor, and film director. It traces Lee’s life from his birth in San Francisco, his early career as a child actor in Hong Kong, to his later martial arts instruction in the United States and his rise to international fame through his action films. The text also discusses Lee’s…
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Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor who is best known for his writings on Stoic philosophy, which are compiled in the book Meditations. The sources provide a detailed account of his life, from his privileged upbringing to his reign as emperor. The sources also discuss his contributions to Roman law and his military campaigns. While the sources ackn…
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Sufism is a spiritual path within Islam emphasizing the unity of all beings with the Divine. It's a practice of presence, remembrance, and love for God, with a focus on spiritual enlightenment. The sources explore Sufism's origins, its historical development, and its influence on Islamic culture. From its roots in early Islam, Sufism has spread acr…
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The provided episode is a collection of excerpts from a larger article that explores the lasting appeal of Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, a 13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic. The article highlights Rumi's enduring influence on Western culture, attributing it to his unique poetic style, his mystical teachings, and his themes of love, joy, and t…
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The provided episode explores the history and characteristics of the Celts, a collection of tribes who inhabited much of Europe during the Iron Age. The texts highlight the difficulty in defining Celtic identity due to a lack of written records from the Celts themselves, relying instead on interpretations of Greek and Roman accounts and archaeologi…
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