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Explore the fascinating life of John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722). Rising from modest beginnings as the son of Sir Winston Churchill, an impoverished country gentleman, Johns fortunes changed when his sister Arabella became the mistress of James, Duke of York. This connection launched Churchills illustrious military career. His strategic acumen during the War of the Spanish Succession shattered the belief in French military invincibility, earning him the admiration of the British public. His marriage to Sarah Jennings, a close confidante of Queen Anne, his tactical switch...

Duke's Download is weekly podcast hosted by James Duke Mason, where politics and pop culture collide! Each episode features candid conversations with influential voices from the worlds of activism, government, entertainment, and beyond. Exploring the stories, ideas, and experiences shaping our culture and driving change - all through a unique and insightful lens, offering fresh insights into the world around us.

Delve into the remarkable life of Charles the Bold, the final Duke of Burgundy from the House of Valois. Born in 1433, Charles harbored a grand ambition transforming Burgundy into an independent kingdom and crowning himself as its king. Undertaking a relentless expansion of his territory through both acquisition and conquest, he sparked widespread unrest across western Europe. His bitter rivalry with Rene II of Lorraine, however, led to his untimely demise in 1477.

Veteran journalist John Harwood, now a Distinguished Fellow at Duke's Polis Center for Politics, interviews politicians and voters, academics and activists about the 21st century divisions imperiling our national experiment in self-government.

What Does Your Heart Say? The podcast for making sense of matters in modern times; where we conceptualize popular culture (entertainment, relationships, news) through its esoteric, philosophical & theological frameworks.

Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), a new intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR, and Pacific Radio NetworkLTAR brings independent journalists from all over the country from New Jersey to Texas and Pennsylvania with a home base in Portland, Oregon. The hosts bring their own flavor, journalistic perspectives, and integrity.The roundtable line-up features: ...

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.