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The stories behind the world's most recognizable and interesting sounds. Whether you're a professional audio engineer with decades of experience, a fourth grader who loves sound and music, or anyone in between, Twenty Thousand Hertz will help unlock your sonic world… from the sound design secrets of hit movies, to the sonic craft of jingles and device sounds, to the forgotten backstories of classic theme songs, to linguistic mysteries, psychoacoustics, video game music, animal communication, and beyond. With moving human stories, immersive sound design, and the guiding voice of host Dallas ...

A LIVELY AND ILLUMINATING HISTORY OF BRITAIN FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ELEANOR AND EIGHTEEN, ALICE LOXTON From an image carried by St Augustine when he landed on our shores in 597AD and a glittering portrait of a Tudor queen to Stubbs’ majestic rendering of Whistlejacket and L.S...

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss 25 explorations of the visual arts, including artistic and architectural styles, historic movements, notable artworks and visual artists Radio 4's In Our Time has established itself at the pinnacle of essential conversation on a wide range of subjects from science...

The Twilight Zone is an American media franchise based on the anthology television series created by Rod Serling in which characters find themselves dealing with often disturbing or unusual events, an experience described as entering "the Twilight Zone". The episodes are in various genres, including science fiction, fantasy, absurdism, dystopian fiction, suspense, horror, supernatural drama, black comedy, and psychological thriller, frequently concluding with a macabre or unexpected twist, and usually with a moral. A popular and critical success, it introduced many Americans...

Few shows are as beloved as the HBO Original Series The Wire. In honor of its 20th anniversary, HBO is releasing a brand new podcast hosted by musician and actor Method Man and featuring revealing interviews with the show’s most memorable voices. Over eight episodes, the podcast will look back at David Simon’s sprawling five-season drama and unpack its complex themes, cultural influence, and ongoing legacy. The Wire at 20 podcast is produced by HBO and Campside Media. Stream all five seasons of The Wire now on HBO Max.

Twenty, Stella Benson’s first poetry collection, was first published in 1918. It deals with topics such as personal independence, the First World War and London’s landscape. (Summary by Newgatenovelist)This show includes AI-generated content.

Considered by many to be the greatest war novel of all time, All Quiet on the Western Front is the chronicle of a German soldier fighting in the trenches of World War I, including the severe physical suffering and emotional trauma that will leave many unable to readjust to civilian life afterward. - Summary by the Mark Nelson

In 1881, a writer in the Saturday Review called tattooing ‘an art without a history’. ‘No-one’, it went on, ‘has made it the business of his life to study the development of tattooing.’ Until now. Painted People is a beguiling and intimate look at an untold history of humanity. The...

This book was written to help people intentionally step away from distraction to reconnect with the heart of worship & prayer again. Not religious performance but true communion.

Henry IV, King of France and Navarre (1553-1610) was the first monarch of France from the House of Bourbon. He was raised in the Protestant faith, barely escaped death in the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre, and led the Protestant forces against the Catholic armies in the French Wars of Religion. Declaring that "Paris was well worth a mass," he abjured the Calvinist faith, which brought an end to the pitiless strife that was destroying France. "Good King Henry" is remembered for his courage in battle, his geniality, and his great concern for the welfare of his subjects. A survivor of multiple ...

It's the songs that take you back. It's the songs that celebrate the joys and hopes of the Holiday Season. Welcome to "25 Songs of Christmas: The Greatest Holiday Songs Ever Made." In this podcast, we will embark on a musical journey through some of the most beloved and iconic Christmas songs of all time. From the traditional carols that have been sung for centuries to the modern classics that dominate the airwaves, these songs capture the spirit and joy of the holiday season. Join me as we explore the history, lyrics, and enchanting stories behind each of these 25 timeless treasures.

Between the years of 1996-2014, an unusually high number of women have fallen victim to disappearances and murders along the Route 29 corridor in Virginia calling the suspect the... Route 29 Stalker.

No big city without rats, particularly back in Ike Matthews' time. The professional rat catcher explains to us in this little volume the best way to catch and exterminate those little rodents. - Summary by CarolinThis show includes AI-generated content.

A four-part podcast produced by The Open University that will feature voices beyond thepolitical institutions, promoting a diverse and inclusive discussion about the impact of the Good Friday Agreement on different aspects of our lives.The tradition of storytelling is something which transcends identities across the island of Ireland, thispodcast aims to make a positive contribution to our oral history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rukun chats with Naomi Barton, about erotic literature and their influence? Does a good quality erotica have a more aesthetic appeal than watching porn? What makes it an artful experience? What made Fifty shades of Grey a household name in the world of erotica? Find out more in this interesting...

Met onze audio-inleidingen op zakformaat ben je in een paar minuten klaar voor je bezoek aan een voorstelling bij Opera Ballet Vlaanderen. Ontdek het verhaal, de historische context van de muziek of choreografie, en hoe deze productie vandaag tot leven komt. Kortom, de perfecte context om je ervaring bij onze voorstelling te verrijken en te verdiepen.

When Professor Pierre Aronnax finds himself on a quest to capture a mysterious sea monster, he never imagines that he will instead be drawn into the depths of the ocean aboard the enigmatic submarine, Nautilus. Captain Nemo, a brilliant yet troubled man, defies the conventions of society as he leads Aronnax and his companions into a world of breathtaking beauty and unimaginable peril. As they traverse the underwater realms, they encounter extraordinary creatures, discover sunken treasures, and face the haunting shadows of Nemo's past. In "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea," Jules Verne ...

A palavra pressa é o particípio passado, em latim, do verbo premere (apertar). Assim, pode-se dizer que A História do Cinema para Quem Tem Pressa se propõe a contar uma das maiores sagas do século 20 (e deste início do 21) para quem precisa apertar o passo ou está apertado de tempo. E quem não está? Sabadin traça um panorama do cinema – linguagem que há mais de um século revoluciona nossa maneira de ver a vida –, desde a época em que seus inventores nem sabiam direito o que fazer com ele, até os dias de hoje, quando movimenta bilhões de dólares pelos cinco continentes.

Immerse yourself in the profound teachings and narratives of the New Testament with this captivating podcast series. Drawing from the World English Bible translation, each episode presents a complete audiobook that brings to life the core themes of faith, redemption, and moral guidance found within these sacred texts. This rotating collection invites listeners to explore a diverse array of stories, letters, and teachings that have shaped spiritual thought and practice across cultures and centuries. As you journey through the New Testament, you'll encounter unique explorations of love, ...

In questa serie di episodi, gli studenti del corso di Archeologia Medievale dell'Università di Padova, vi porteranno alla scoperta dei più affascinanti siti archeologici medievali italiani. Ogni puntata esplora luoghi iconici per la loro importanza storica e per le scoperte rivoluzionarie che hanno gettato nuova luce sul Medioevo nel nostro paese. Attraverso narrazioni appassionanti, analizzeremo reperti significativi e sveleremo ricerche recenti che hanno svelato aspetti inediti delle società medievali italiane. Un viaggio coinvolgente che unisce la passione per la storia e l’archeologia...