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As the celebrated political philosopher Patrick Deneen explains in this eye-opening book, the Odyssey is also the most American of ancient texts. Like Odysseus, Americans have two fundamental impulses: we are a people simultaneously animated by commitments to being at home and leaving home. Deneen shows us that the deep ambivalence at the heart of the Odyssey is also our own—as some of our greatest books and films attest, from Huckleberry Finn to The Wizard of Oz to Field of Dreams.

Sanaa Kamal is a freelance journalist, who was born and raised in Gaza. She has lived through a series of wars in Gaza, but nothing like the war that followed the Hamas-led attacks of October 7th. In this five-part podcast from The New Arab in London, Sanaa tells her story. From the first day of the war, escaping her home, and narrowly avoiding attacks, to finding a way for her and her family survive as the bombs continued to rain down and the food began to run out, to trying to continue her work as a journalist, and report on a tragedy that was tearing her life apart.Produced by Hugo ...

Welcome to the Rural Odyssey podcast, where we embark on a journey through the heart of the countryside. In each episode, we will delve into the lesser-known, yet fascinating, aspects of rural life from around the world. Our goal is to unveil the untold stories, traditions, and innovations that shape rural communities and their unique challenges and triumphs.Join us as we meet diverse guests, each offering a window into their experiences, governance, culture, and the resilience that defines rural areas in their regions. We'll explore the bond between tradition and progress, and how rural ...

Welcome to Oklahoma Odyssey, a captivating podcast that embarks on a transformative journey through the heart of criminal justice reform in Oklahoma. Join us as we unravel the stories, challenges, and triumphs that shape the pursuit of justice and equality within the state's legal system. Meet your hosts, Ashley Bender and Michael Olson, two passionate advocates for change, each bringing a unique perspective to the podcast. Ashley Bender, OK Justice Reform's Interactive Marketing Manager and the host of Navigating Justice, and Michael Olson, an attorney and OK Justice Reform's Policy Counsel, ...

A four part series exploring the Marine Hose Cartel case. "In the secretive world of the Marine Hose Cartel, where unseen currents collide, a conspiracy unfolded that rocked the very fabric of antitrust enforcement. Step into the depths of intrigue and deception as we reveal the untold story of one of the most notorious cartels in history."