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The breathtaking memoir by a member of "Nicky's family", a group of 669 Czechoslovakian children who escaped the Holocaust through Sir Nicholas Winton's Kindertransport project. My Train to Freedom relates the trials and achievements of award-winning humanitarian and former Episcopal priest Ivan Backer.

An Edgar Award finalist for Best Fact Crime, The Man from the Train is an “impressive…open-eyed investigative inquiry wrapped within a cultural history of rural America” (The Wall Street Journal). In this groundbreaking work of historical true crime, legendary statistician and baseball...

Brought to you by Penguin. Justin Webb's childhood was far from ordinary. Between his mother's un-diagnosed psychological problems, and his step-father's untreated ones, life at home was dysfunctional at best. But with gun-wielding school masters and sub-standard living conditions, Quaker...

In Paris, January 1943, 230 French women resisters were rounded up and sent on a train to Auschwitz - the only train, in the four years of the German occupation, to take women of the resistance to a death camp. The youngest was a schoolgirl of 15, the eldest a farmer’s wife of 68; there were among them teachers, biochemists, sales girls, secretaries, housewives and university lecturers. The women turned to one another, finding solace and strength in friendship and shared experience.

An in-depth series of chapters devoted to the use of our memory system; as the title suggests, how to develop our memory system, how to train it to improve it, and how to make the best use of it in our everyday lives, and to improve our positions in life. This is not intended to be a series of chapters to impress friends and colleagues, nor to play 'tricks' on others, rather it is for the betterment of individuals in whatever walk of life in which they may be involved by training and using their memory toward that end. (Summary by Roger Melin)

She’s everywhere once you start looking for her: the trainwreck. She’s Britney Spears shaving her head, Whitney Houston saying, “crack is whack,” and Amy Winehouse, dying in front of millions. But the trainwreck is also as old (and as meaningful) as feminism itself. From Mary...

Deeply funny, moving, and urgent writing about a country that can feel broken into pieces and the light that shines through the cracks, from Irish comedian Maeve Higgins, author of Maeve in America. As an eternally curious outsider, Maeve Higgins can see that the United States is still an...

In 1979, Galina Cherny and her husband Yan submitted a single form. That application was a declaration. There was no going back. One piece of luggage. Stripped of citizenship. Abused at the border by Soviet soldiers. Suspended between two worlds. Last Train to Freedom is the true story of a Jewish girl born into a patriotic military family in Soviet-era Ukraine, where being Jewish determined where you could study, where you could work, and what you dared to say aloud.

A masterwork of moral inquiry from one of the twentieth century’s greatest observers of power, guilt, and justice. In A Train of Powder, Rebecca West—one of the great literary journalists of the twentieth century—brings her crystalline intelligence and unsparing moral vision to some of the...

We explore the world’s fastest trains, cutting-edge high-speed rail technology, and the future of transportation. From Japan’s Shinkansen to China’s Maglev and Europe’s bullet trains, we break down speed records, engineering innovations, and how modern rail systems are reshaping global travel. If you’re passionate about trains, technology, and next-gen transportation, this podcast is for you.

Join me on a powerful journey of healing and empowerment. Through bold topics, thought-provoking conversations, and the voices of resilient women rising from the ashes - alongside expert insights and guidance. This space is here to inspire you to reclaim your power and step fully into your strength.

Fifty years ago, Gladys Knight and the Pips unveiled their masterpiece -- Midnight Train to Georgia. This documentary podcast take you behind the scenes where the music makers themselves tell you the remarkable back story of this iconic pop record -- including the struggles and setbacks that derailed the recording sessions, as well as the long, challenging journey Gladys and the Pips endured before they finally arrived at their defining moment.Credits: Ian T. Shearn: creator, writer, executive producer.Robin Garb: narrator, music supervisor, editor.Vince DiCola & Kenny Meriedeth: underscore...

Master Japan’s world-class rail network with our expert guide. We cover everything from JR Pass strategies and Shinkansen route planning to hidden scenic lines and essential station navigation tips. Discover the unique culture of Japanese trains, from ekiben to luxury sleepers. Perfect for tourists and rail enthusiasts planning their ultimate Japanese adventure.

En Train De Vivre est un podcast de rencontres et de récits de vie. Ici, on prend le temps d'écouter des voix, des parcours, des choix, des renaissances. Des histoires vraies, racontées sans détour, où chacun partage un bout de son chemin. Un espace sincère pour s'inspirer, réfléchir et oser vivre sa vie.

A memoir of music, addiction, mental health, and resilience. An expat from small town Scotland to big city Toronto."I write about the memories of a time in the 60’s, as a child immigrant to Canada, from a small town in Scotland. How the culture we found here affected us, and me ultimately, mostly through music.I write about my addiction, something that took hold of me for over thirty years, how I used alcohol (mostly) to deal with and mask my depression and mental health challenges. I write about how I came out the other side, alive, and still upright. Sobriety is when the real work ...

Our space for intentional conversations about love, marriage, alignment, and the real work behind building a strong partnership. Expect honest stories, real perspectives, life lessons and simple takeaways from two people who choose each other every day.

This is my podcast that has no specific thing we talk about. I cover it all except for religion or politics! If you are interested in being on my podcast, get ahold of me and let's talk!!

Introducing Railway Rover - your all line rover ticket to the latest from the rail industry. Join Seb from To The Trains and various guests from the community as they discuss everything from rolling stock to routes of the UK's train operating companies. If you're a rail enthusiast, this podcast is for you.Learn more on the website: https://tothetrains.uk/

Join Hiro as we explore the 'madness' behind the world's most punctual trains. Is the new Japan Rail Pass price hike worth it? We calculate the breakeven point and dive into the obsession with perfection that drives Shinkansen engineers and cleaning crews. Discover the hidden systems and human stories behind Japan’s high-speed rail success. Essential listening for Japan travelers and tech fans.

Stories about life from the edge of New York City.