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Have you ever wondered what the House of Lords does, how it works and who makes up its membership?The House of Lords is the second chamber of UK Parliament. It plays a crucial role in examining bills, questioning government action and investigating public policy. Hear from members of the House of Lords as the Lord Speaker finds out what influences their work in and beyond the Lords.Each episode sees Lord McFall of Alcluith discover what drives members and what they hope to achieve in their time in Parliament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The intriguing paradox of Lord Kitcheners life is this despite being destined to become the staunchest adversary of Mahomedanism, he was, in many ways, an exceptional ally to Mahomedans. (Summary quoted from Gilbert Keith Chesterton)

In a lifetime shaped by politics, President Franklin D. Roosevelt proved himself a master manipulator of Congress, the press, and the public. But when war in Europe and Asia threatened America's shores, FDR found himself in a world turned upside down, where his friends became his foes, his enemies his allies. To help wage democracy's first "total war", he turned to one of history's most remarkable triumvirates.

Forty years ago, a majority of Americans were highly engaged in issues of war and peace. Whether to go to war or keep out of conflicts was a vital question at the heart of the country's vibrant, if fractious, democracy. But American political consciousness has drifted. In the last decade, America has gone to war in Iraq and Afghanistan, while pursuing a new kind of warfare in Yemen, Somalia, Libya, and Pakistan.

An appreciation of the “greatest common law jurist of the 20th Century,” these two lectures also include a comparison and contrast of the Parliamentary system of Commonwealth countries within which Lord Denning operated and American Constitutionalism.

Against the backdrop of America's escalating urban rebellions in the 1960s, an unexpected cohort of New York radicals unleashed a series of urban guerrilla actions against the city's racist policies and contempt for the poor. Their dramatic flair, uncompromising vision, and skillful ability to link local problems to international crises riveted the media, alarmed New York's political class, and challenged nationwide perceptions of civil rights and black power protest. The group called itself the Young Lords.

A young man named Ned embarks on a daring journey across the English Channel, destined for France. Though this isn’t his first trip, the stakes are high as he quickly finds himself in peril. Rescued and taken to the home of a local official, he is cared for by a doctor, the official himself, and his captivating ward. As it unfolds, we learn that Ned is a page to Lord Montagu, the trusted advisor to the Duke of Buckingham. What vital message does he carry, and how will he navigate the treacherous path to deliver it? His adventure intertwines with the notorious Richelieu, bringing him ...

Robert Clive, often regarded as the architect of British power in India according to historian Thomas Macaulay, played a pivotal role in shaping the subcontinent’s future. Serving on the Governor’s Council in India from 1834 to 1838, Macaulay championed legal and educational reforms, believing that British control was a civilizing mission intended to eliminate India’s perceived backwardness and superstition while introducing a refined English culture. This perspective is vividly expressed in both his essay on Clive and his analysis of Warren Hastings. However, it’s ...

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Immerse yourself in the thrilling tales of Lord Cochrane, a renowned sea captain from the Napoleonic era, whose life was rich with high-seas adventures that later inspired numerous naval fiction series. This second volume of his biography, penned by his secretary and son, completes the unfinished Autobiography of a Seaman. Discover how Cochrane valiantly assists the Greeks against the Ottoman Empire, marks his presence in the House of Lords, regains his knighthood, and makes a striking comeback to the Royal Navy.

News and opinion from legendary author, political strategist and commentator Jeffrey Lord

Home of irreverent political shows ”UNsanctioned AMERICA” and ”UNsanctioned FLORIDA” with School Board Member Jon Arguello and Citizen Tom Lord. Aren’t you tired of the gaslighting and BS? Aren’t you exhausted with the mainstream media’s explaining away what we all see? Well, so are your friends Jon and Tom as they blow up the lies, expose the truth ... and no politician is safe. Get ready, It’s time to embark on this week’s irreverent recap of politics and current events with School Board Member Jon Arguelloand Citizen Tom Lord on UNsanctioned! Don’t forget to share!

Baroness Claire Fox of Buckley gives her views on the state of politics from inside the House of Lords. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This book explores the roots of the great conflict of our time: the war between the Islamic State and the Illuminati for a New World Order.

Get an in-depth insight into the work of a House of Lords inquiry. In this podcast, we look at fixing our broken food system with Baroness Walmsley. She chaired the recent House of Lords Food, Diet and Obesity Committee. Over the next few episodes, Baroness Walmsley will share some of the insights the committee heard from the experts they invited in and why this matters. House of Lords committees are small groups of members from across parties that meet away from the chamber. They investigate public policy, proposed laws and government activity. Committees are appointed to consider specific ...

The show where the host believes that the best things in life is him and what he wants to talk about. Get it right here: politics, current events, the paranormal, obscure happenings, food reviews and anything he thinks you might be interested in. In the end our host, Lord Rizzo, talks about it all! So, prepare to be interested, bored and offended all at the same time, because Rizzo Rules and he doesn't care about your feelings!

Knoxville/Knox County Political show. We are a group or regular people asking regular questions trying to understand all the stuff going on around us within all the governing bodies that we elect. Knoxville Podcast