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Ice Ghosts weaves together the epic story of the Lost Franklin Expedition of 1845 - whose two ships and crew of 129 were lost to the Arctic ice - with the modern tale of the scientists, divers, and local Inuit behind the incredible discovery of the flagship's wreck in 2014. Paul Watson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who was on the icebreaker that led the discovery expedition, tells a fast-paced historical adventure story: Sir John Franklin and the crew of the HMS Erebus and Terror setting off in search of the fabled Northwest Passage.

From revolution to civil rights, Old Hollywood to the Space Age—the extraordinary story of a nation that contains multitudes "A masterpiece of concision and analysis. Every American should read it."—Judith Thurman, National Book Award–winning writer at the New Yorker When Britain's...

From the end of the Baroque age and the death of Bach in 1750 to the rise of Hitler in 1933, Germany was transformed from a poor relation among western nations into a dominant intellectual and cultural force more influential than France, Britain, Italy, Holland, and the United States. In the...

As a young boy, I was engulfed by the romanticism associated with warfare and was destined for a career within the infantry, but I was never prepared for what comes after and the hidden wounds of warfare that always seem to remain. In the 1990s, the British Army was world-renowned as being "The Best", yet, when it came to the welfare of its soldiers, this was far from the case. Our behavioral conditioning had been perfected, and we were trained to dehumanize and kill the enemy without question or hesitation, but what are the long-term psychological effects of such methods?

In the early 1900s, Watson Stewart set out to record the principal events of his life in a set of personal memoirs. These writings, originally finished on his 77th birthday in 1904, have been rediscovered and compiled - over 120 years later - by Watson’s descendants. The resulting text is an enlightening glimpse into life as a pioneer in a country on the brink of Civil War. Watson led a remarkable life filled with family tragedy, Native American relations, Civil War, and squabbles with some of the most famous historical figures in American history.

This portable podcast is hosted and edited by Gavin Watson, a British Army veteran of 16 years. He talks to other military veterans, allowing them to share their stories and experiences from before, during and after service. This podcast will give non-military personnel the chance to gain a better understanding of military life and gain an insight into what the transition back to civilian life can be like. These strong individuals may inspire, after dealing with diversity, resilience and possibly life changing injuries or illnesses. If you’re a veteran missing your time in the military,...

"Immerse yourself in the captivating life story of Emma Watson, the renowned actress, activist, and icon, in the "Emma Watson Biography Flash" podcast. Delve into the extraordinary journey of this multifaceted individual, from her early days as a child star to her transformative roles and influential advocacy work. Discover the driving forces behind her success, the challenges she has overcome, and the profound impact she has made on the entertainment industry and beyond. This engaging and informative podcast provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of Emma Watson, offering ...

Thomas Watson was one of the most famous Puritan preachers in history, and his 17th-century writings are still read across the world today. A highly influential example of Puritan writing, The Great Gain of Godliness is Watson's study of Malachi 3:16-18. British Baptist preacher Charles Spurgeon bemoaned the fact that he couldn't find a copy of The Great Gain of Godliness.

An enthralling journey, showcasing Watson's trademark literary gift and sardonic wit, through the Australian landscape and character. While most Australians live in cities clinging to the coastal fringe, our sense of what an Australian is, or should be, is drawn from the vast and varied inland called the bush. But what do we mean by 'the bush', and how has it shaped us?

The discovery of DNA’s structure is the story of five towering minds in pursuit of the advancement of science, and for almost all of them, the prospect of fame and immortality: Watson, Crick, Rosalind Franklin, Maurice Wilkins, and Linus Pauling. Howard Markel skillfully recreates the intense intellectual journey, and fraught personal relationships, that ultimately led to a spectacular breakthrough. But it is Rosalind Franklin - fiercely determined, relentless, and an outsider at Cambridge and the University of London in the 1950s - who becomes a focal point for Markel.

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Arthur Conan Doyle was a GP before he became a writer. He uses his medical knowledge widely in the Sherlock Holmes stories. He bases the deductive skills of his hero detective on the diagnostic techniques a GP uses with a patient. He even gives Sherlock a GP sidekick. This all contributes to the enduring popularity of the Sherlock Holmes stories, over 130 years after the first story was published.

Churchill's Legacy describes how Churchill wielded his influence in postwar politics to enable the restoration of Europe through two key speeches in 1946. Having first helped bring victory to the Allies in 1945, Churchill went on to preserve the freedom of the world by gaining the support of the United States in the restoration of Europe. In Fulton, Missouri, Churchill alerted America to the reality of 'Uncle Joe' - a tyrant determined to dominate Europe at any cost.

Watson-Howland is the podcast for the driven, the curious, and the free-thinking. The science they're not teaching you. The civilisations they forgot to mention. The self-agency no one’s modelling. This is where the next generation figures it out…Featuring guests like Jim Cantrell (SpaceX co-founder), Tyler Cowen (bestselling economist), Hans Koenigsmann (SpaceX VP of Flight Reliability), Prof. Anil Seth (world-leading neuroscientist), and Sepp Hochreiter (inventor of LSTM, the architecture behind modern AI) and 100+ more leading experts.Hosted by Jacob Watson-Howland. A British ...

When RIP first deployed for Desert Storm, his baby daughter, Vicky, was three months old. RIP wrote heartfelt letters to her for posterity, not knowing if he’d get to see her grow up but wanting to tell her of his hopes and dreams. She grew into a teenager before he retired, and he wrote to her about dealing with life’s curves.

Gunpowder did not simply change war. It reshaped power itself. From the first thunder of cannon fire to the rise of ocean-spanning empires, gunpowder altered how states fought, financed, fortified, and ruled. In Gunpowder and the Reshaping of Power: Artillery, Fortresses, and Naval Expansion, this narrative history explores how explosive technology transformed political authority across continents. The story moves from the shock of early battlefield artillery to the geometric revolution of star forts, from the emergence of standing armies to the fiscal systems that sustained permanent warfare.

Dive deep into the life and career of Peyton Watson with Biography Flash, the podcast that traces every step of one of the NBA's most compelling young stories. Hosted by Tye Morgan and powered by carefully verified research, this show goes beyond the highlight reels to explore the full arc of Watson's journey, from his days as a McDonald's All American standout and UCLA Bruin to being selected thirtieth overall in the 2022 NBA Draft, winning an NBA championship with the Denver Nuggets in his rookie season, and emerging as a legitimate two-way force during a breakout campaign that earned him a ...

A duelling storytelling podcast in which the best re-telling of a folktale wins. Come with us to explore the strangest, darkest, oddest tales from British folklore. Write wyrd. Listen now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

History, But First the Story tells real historical events through the imagined perspectives of those living through them. Each episode is grounded in documented facts and research, but the stories are guided by fictional or composite characters used to make complex moments easier to understand at a human level. The events are real. The consequences are real. The perspectives are a storytelling device. Hosted by Jamé Watson.

George Washington is remembered for leading the Continental Army to victory, presiding over the Constitution, and forging a new nation, but few know the story of his involvement in the establishment of a capital city and how it nearly tore the United States apart. In George Washington's Final Battle, Robert P. Watson brings this tale to life, telling how the country's first president tirelessly advocated for a capital on the shores of the Potomac.