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A page-turning exposé of royal intrigue, plotting, and scandal that sheds new light on a family at war with itself, from the creator of The Royalist Substack. The Dukes by Tom Sykes is the blockbuster inside story of how the betrayals of Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, combined with the...

FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ENTITLED, 'THE MOST DEVASTATING ROYAL BIOGRAPHY EVER WRITTEN', DAILY MAIL THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A Daily Mail Royal Book of the Year, 2021 'Darkly compelling...hundreds of eye-popping details...Gripping ... damning portrait of the Windsors' Daily Mail 'Book of...

In Dukes of Hazard, royal journalist Tom Sykes argues that the gravest threats to the British monarchy have never come from outside agitators but from within. Drawing on deep palace access and years of reporting, he traces a line from Edward VIII’s abdication to Prince Andrew’s disgrace and...

The 12th Duke of Beaufort, known to his friends as 'Bunter', inherited his Dukedom and Badminton House in 2017, at the age of sixty-five. But he is also a singer and songwriter with the rock group The Listening Device. Now he combines his responsibilities as Duke with his life as a rock performer. In this lively and anecdote-filled memoir, Harry Beaufort takes us behind the scenes of his varied life: from playing poker with politicians, to partying on Ibiza with film stars to people watching with The Queen from a balcony at Windsor Castle.

Delve into the remarkable journey of John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, as we explore the intricate interplay of ambition, warfare, and personal relationships that shaped his legacy. This podcast invites listeners to engage with themes of leadership and resilience, revealing how Churchill's rise from humble origins to military greatness altered the course of European history. With every episode featuring a new complete audiobook, the series offers a rich tapestry of narratives that highlight the challenges and triumphs of a man who defied the odds. Each story not only examines the ...

For eight brief years, before he was tragically killed in a mysterious air crash during the Second World War, Prince George, Duke of Kent, son of King George V and Queen Mary, and his beautiful wife, Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark, were the British monarchy's - indeed, high society's - most glamorous royal couple; and as golden royal icons, they are still remembered.

By the time of his death, Wellington had been prime minister twice, a shrewd personal advisor to four British monarchs, and one of the nation's most prominent politicians for three decades. Despite his nearly four decades of peacetime service in and out of politics, Wellington has remained one of the titans of the 19th century because of one June day in 1815. Then, as now, the duke of Wellington is best remembered for defeating Napoleon in the famous battle of Waterloo.

Fourteenth-century Italy was chaotic: mercenaries swarmed across the land as competing city-states attempted to vie with each other for power, while pestilence and famine decimated populations. Into this cauldron was born Giangalezzo Visconti, a man who perfectly exemplified all the contradictions of his age. E. R. Chamberlin's The Count of Virtue is a remarkable study of the life and times of Giangaleazzo Visconti that provides fascinating insight into the political, social and cultural world of fourteenth-century Italy. 

The divorce proof which shocked Britain in the so-called "Swinging '60s" when the 11th Duke of Argyll divorced his second wife Margaret amidst enough dirty linen to give the "investigative journalists" of the time enough copy to last for decades. The Duchess was the Paris Hilton of her time but in a more judgmental age. She paid the price financially then socially when His Grace produced the infamous "headless man" Polaroids at the divorce proof, ensuring her eternal ridicule and sparking off a debate about the link between morality and national decline.

The '91 Louisiana Governor's race was supposed to be forgettable. But when former KKK Grand Wizard David Duke shocked the nation by ousting incumbent Republican Governor Buddy Roemer in the primary, the world took notice. Democrat Edwin Edwards, a former three-term governor and two-time corruption defendant, was left alone to face Duke in the general election—and he was going to lose. Then a little-known state committeewoman stepped in with evidence of Duke's nefarious past. 

From his earliest years, Prince William has been a photographer's dream come true in the same way his mother had been. While he is not necessarily known for his mother's media savvy, he is well liked by the media, and he is able, consciously or incidentally, to capitalize on this advantage. At the same time, from polo to charities, William is thoroughly his father Charles' son as a Windsor prince.

The Duke Blue Devils are one of the most storied programs in college basketball history, with five national championships and a legacy of NBA stars. This daily podcast is your all-access pass to everything Duke basketball, from the electric atmosphere of Cameron Indoor Stadium to the latest on the recruiting trail. Whether it's a thrilling overtime win or a tough road loss, we break it all down with the insight only a true Blue Devil fan can provide.Each day, we deliver rapid-fire game reactions, in-depth matchup previews, and film breakdowns that highlight the X's and O's behind Coach Jon ...

The Duke Blue Devils football podcast is your daily destination for everything Duke football. From the hallowed grounds of Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, North Carolina, we bring you the passion and grit of ACC football every single day. Did you know that Duke has produced 20 First Team All-Americans, a testament to the program's rich history and bright future? We're here to cover every snap, every tackle, and every touchdown.Each day, we deliver comprehensive game reactions, in-depth matchup previews, and detailed film breakdowns that dissect the X's and O's. We keep you updated on the ...

One human. One AI. Zero rehearsal.PodGPT is an unscripted experiment in what happens when a human host and an AI cohost sit down with no safety net and start talking.Sports, tech, AI, entertainment, markets, crypto, weird headlines, bad takes, good arguments, questionable decisions, and whatever else wanders into the conversation.The AI gets things wrong. The human gets things wrong. Sometimes they figure it out. Sometimes they absolutely do not.No fake polish. No pretending AI is perfect. Just a real-time look at how human and artificial intelligence interact, argue, improve, and occasionally...

Questioning your faith? Having doubts? Trying to understand God's plan in today's turmoil? Follow us as we discuss what faith has to do with it all and how the teachings of Jesus can help us through it all. We don't try to twist the scripture into fear and condemnation, but use it to better understand what it means and how it can apply today through love and acceptance and not hate and exclusion. Come listen and explore GOD without fear or judgement, but with love and inclusion.

In the final installment of Anthony Trollopes six Palliser novels, the unexpected death of Lady Glencora thrusts Plantagenet Palliser, the Duke of Omnium, into the challenging role of single parent to his three children. The eldest, Lord Silverbridge, has just been expelled from Oxford; his younger brother, Gerald, is preparing to enter Cambridge; and the youngest, nineteen-year-old Lady Mary, has foolishly fallen for Francis Tregear, a gentleman with no fortune. Although Glencora had approved of Marys affection before her passing, the Duke remains unaware and is unlikely to endorse it. ...

Welcome to The Duke Teynor Show—the podcast that proves artistry has no limits. Hosted by musical innovator Duke Teynor, this is where Southern Rock Rap meets Berlin techno, where outlaw country collides with EDM, and where the only rule is: there are no rules. Duke Teynor isn't just a musician—he's a creative force who refuses to be boxed in. From crafting gritty Southern outlaw anthems like "Dirt Road Renegade" and "Backroads & Broken Rules" to dropping German-language industrial techno bangers like "Kaltes Feuer," Duke represents the next generation of genre-defying artists. And on this...

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Duke Blue Devils Football Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Duke football—from game analysis and recruiting news to ACC matchups and roster developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local sports coverage to every team and keeping fans connected. Duke Blue Devils Football Today is your daily snapshot of Blue Devils football. Advertise on DNN: advertise@...

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Duke Blue Devils Basketball News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Duke basketball—from game recaps and standout performances to ACC play and roster developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local sports coverage to every team and keeping fans connected. Duke Blue Devils Basketball News Today is your daily snapshot of Blue Devils basketball. Advertise on ...

Order in the Court is a podcast produced by the Bolch Judicial Institute of Duke Law School and explores new ideas related to rules of practice and procedure. The podcast is hosted by retired U.S. district court judge and director of the Institute, Paul W. Grimm.