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Ivan the Terrible (Russia's First Tsar)
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11/17/22 • 87 min
Today, the term "Terrible" can refer to anything from a very lousy dinner to a catastrophic calamity that kills millions. When it was conferred on Russian tsar Ivan IV in the 16th century, it explicitly meant 'awe-inspiring,' 'mighty,' and 'formidable.' However, if we look at the reign of one of the most paranoid, violent, and unpredictable individuals to control the country, then the current term of 'very awful' isn't that far off the mark after all. So, what was it that made Ivan so Terrible?
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1- Ivan the Terrible by Isabel de Madariaga
https://www.amazon.com/Ivan-Terrible-Isabel-Madariaga/dp/0300119739
2- Fearful Majesty: The Life and Reign of Ivan the Terrible by Benson Bobrickhttps://www.amazon.com/Fearful-Majesty-Life-Reign-Terrible/dp/1880100843
3- Ivan the Terrible by Robert Payne
https://www.amazon.com/Ivan-Terrible-Robert-Payne/dp/0815412290
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Iraq War Part 3: Desert Storm and the Shackles of Sanctions (1988-2001)
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05/23/23 • 96 min
In this compelling episode, we delve into the dramatic events surrounding the Desert Storm military campaign and the subsequent imposition of sanctions on Iraq. Join us as we explore the far-reaching consequences of these interconnected events and shed light on the complex dynamics that unfolded during this critical period.
We start by setting the stage with the build-up to Desert Storm, examining the geopolitical tensions, territorial disputes, and power struggles that ultimately led to the military intervention. We dive into the military strategies, key players involved, and the impact of the campaign on the region.
Following Desert Storm, we shift our focus to the punitive measures imposed on Iraq through international sanctions. We examine the motivations behind the sanctions, the goals they aimed to achieve, and the controversies surrounding their implementation. We explore the economic, social, and humanitarian ramifications faced by the Iraqi people as a result of these measures.
Moreover, we investigate the geopolitical implications of these events, delving into the strained relationships between Iraq and the international community. We analyze how the sanctions affected Iraq's regional standing, its relationship with neighboring countries, and the broader dynamics in the Middle East.
As we reflect on the lasting impact of Desert Storm and the sanctions on Iraq, we also address the controversies and debates that have arisen in the aftermath. We examine differing viewpoints on the effectiveness, ethics, and unintended consequences of these interventions, inviting listeners to critically engage with this complex chapter of history.
Join us on this enlightening journey as we unravel the intertwined narratives of Desert Storm and the subsequent sanctions on Iraq, exploring their profound implications on the region, its people, and the broader global order.
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Harvest Me In the Internet (Social Media and Data Harvesting)
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08/31/22 • 77 min
In 2018, Mark Zuckerberg was called out in front of Congress. Biggest scandal in social media history in the 2000 tens personal data, belonging to millions of Facebook users was collected by British consulting firm called Cambridge Analytica through an app called your digital life, .
This app consisted of questions, taking people's information, personal preference, and being sold to other people for political means and campaigns. This is when we realize social media has no longer been about keeping in touch and connecting the world, but rather a tool to turn people into extremists and radicalized the world.
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Kill Your Masters (The Haitian Revolution, or The World’s Only Successful Slave Revolt)
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09/28/22 • 80 min
The Haitian Revolution was one of the most significant events in human history. Although continually eclipsed by the American and French Revolutions, which preceded and, to some extent, caused it, it irrevocably altered world history. It witnessed the first successful slave insurrection, established the first African-led republic in the new world, and had a tremendous impact on France, the United States, and the hemisphere's surrounding states and territories. From its legendary beginnings in 1791 at a slave ceremony, to numerous interventions by the French, Spanish, and English, to the ultimate victory of independence in 1804, the Haitian Revolution can be difficult to follow and analyze. Indeed, many nineteenth-century officials simply refused to acknowledge that it had occurred and today we will be looking at this often forgotten event.
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- The Black Jacobins: Toussaint L'Ouverture and the San Domingo Revolution
amazon.com/Black-Jacobins-Toussaint-LOuverture-Revolution/dp/0679724672
- Avengers of the New World: The Story of the Haitian Revolution
https://www.amazon.com/Avengers-New-World-Haitian-Revolution/dp/0674018265
-Haiti has suffered hugely over centuries but its revolution was stunningly innovative
https://theconversation.com/haiti-has-suffered-hugely-over-centuries-but-its-revolution-was-stunningly-innovative-183954?utm_source=pocket_mylist
-The Haitian Revolution: Tracing a lineage of Black resistance
https://i-d.vice.com/en/article/qjkb45/the-haitian-revolutionat
-The Haitian Revolution: the enslaved Africans who rose up against France
https://www.historyextra.com/period/georgian/haitian-revolution-rebellion-hispaniola-what-happened-toussaint-louverture/
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Horror and Other Things We Were Afraid to Ask Hitchcock
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10/31/22 • 98 min
It’s no secret that we are going through a new golden age of horror films. Horror movies have for the most part been critical and financial darlings. With some ending up on the top 10 lists across respectable publications covering a plethora of different concepts and topics from cult leaders to religious hysteria, aliens killing toddlers, demons killing toddles, toddlers killing parents. But What is horror? Is it fearing things that bump in the night? Is it the mourned howls of the dead that come with the wind. These have haunted the human consciousness as far back as we developed something called consciousness. The last two episode we tackled two topics that seem to predate written history: the unwelcome return of something beyond our senses. There is a theory that I have ascribed to. That everything we have achieved and have not achieved stems from the threat of death. The terror of death. From religion to sexual desire. The urge of facing death or cheating death seems to be as primal.
Does the fear of death drive us? The depiction of death in art has been around since the start of cave paintings to the movie screens. But did that constitute as horror?
Horror, as a term first appears in early 14th century, which means “feeling of disgust or sordid and vulgar”. And once Gothic Romanticism appeared in the late 18th century, the word horror showed up in prose. Where the term would get more of its modern meaning. In Robert Southey’s poem To Horror where he echoes his love to the eerie, Nathan Drake used the word interchangeably with disgust.
How did this word become associated with fear and how Horror movies for the most part have been shaped by our changes in society, culture, politics and technology but to understand the evolution of horror movies and monsters we are going to have to go back to the origins of the horror genre in films. on tonight’s episode we will be looking at horror films, how they highlighted and manifested our greatest fears.
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How The Horror Genre Reflects Societal Fears Throughout Time
http://scribe.usc.edu/how-the-horror-genre-reflects-societal-fears-throughout-time/
HISTORICISM IN “THE SHINING” – BY FREDRIC JAMESON
https://scrapsfromtheloft.com/movies/historicism-in-the-shining/
100 Years of Horror: Culture Shock: The Influence of History on Horror
https://bloody-disgusting.com/editorials/20853/100-years-of-horror-culture-shock-the-influence-of-history-on-horror/
Why the 1980s Is the Best Decade for Horror
https://www.thefilmagazine.com/why-1980s-horror-is-the-best/
How Horror Reflects Societal Fears
https://www.thereviewgeek.com/howhorrorreflectssocietalfears-article/
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If You Have Ghosts (A Collection of 3 Ghost Stories from 3 Different Countries)
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10/12/22 • 50 min
From ancient Babylon to China, Native America to Shinto Japan, Shakespeare to The Shining, ghost stories have been passed down from century to century, through oral traditions or the written word. It doesn't matter if it's a vindictive king, a weeping woman, or an apartment building. These stories have influenced our contemporary imagination. The belief is so widespread that it is considered a cultural universal.
Following ghosts through time and space, from dusty spirits to ghosts in machines, reveals that ghosts have a unique ability to reflect the worries of their historical moment. Paying attention to what frightens them can teach us about ourselves.
Today we will look at how ghosts have persisted and evolved over time by looking at 3 different ghost stories from 3 different parts of the world and how they differed over time. Welcome to a Conversation Before the world ends and we will be looking at the History of Ghosts:Music:
" HORROR THEME " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek"
Music link : https://youtu.be/LwjzmdiRFpc
"Yurei" composed and produced by Kraosando
Extra Reading:
A Japanese Ghost Story : Yotsuya Kaidan
https://www.peak-experience-japan.com/blog/652
Simpson, William K. (1972). Simpson, William Kelly (ed.). The Literature of Ancient Egypt: An Anthology of Stories, Instructions, and Poetry. translations by R.O.
Charles Edwin Price (January 1994). The Infamous Bell Witch of Tennessee. Johnson City, Tennessee: The Overmountain Press. pp. 38–40. ISBN 978-1-57072-008-6.
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Iraq War Part 4: How To Start A War (2000-2003)
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06/27/23 • 94 min
In this gripping episode, we delve into a pivotal moment in modern history—the entry of America into Iraq. Join us as we explore the circumstances, motivations, and repercussions surrounding the controversial decision that shaped the geopolitical landscape for years to come.
We begin by setting the stage, providing a comprehensive overview of the factors that led to America's decision to invade Iraq in 2003. From the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks to the perceived threat of weapons of mass destruction, we dissect the events and political climate that culminated in this momentous military campaign.
Furthermore, we address the controversies surrounding the intelligence failures regarding weapons of mass destruction, the lack of a coherent post-invasion plan, and the subsequent sectarian violence that engulfed Iraq. We also examine the impact of the war on the global stage, including strained international relations and the rise of new extremist groups.
Finally, we reflect on the lasting legacy of America's entry into Iraq. We explore the long-term consequences, such as the destabilization of the region, the refugee crisis, and the shift in power dynamics that still reverberate today.
Join us as we delve deep into this crucial chapter in American and global history, unearthing the complexities, controversies, and lasting effects of America's entry into Iraq.
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08/14/22 • 2 min
Welcome to our new DIY podcast. A Conversation Before the World Ends. Where we cover important events, figures and topics throughout history and the impact they have us on today.
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A Report To The Shareholders I
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12/29/22 • 16 min
As we bow out of 2022, we also bring our season 1 to a close. Thank you to everyone who gave us a listen! Let it be 1 episode or all the episodes. whether you just started listening to us or were with us from August. We truly love you and appericiate the time you dedicated to listen to us talking about topics we were passionate about.
2023 can only bring bigger and brighter things and we hope you'll join us for the ride.
First episode of Season 2 will drop on 11th of Jan 2023. Hope we can see you then
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The Third Horseman (or, The Great Famine of 1315)
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10/05/23 • 82 min
In this chilling episode, we journey back to the dawn of one of the most catastrophic centuries in European history. The year is 1315, and a famine of unprecedented scale grips the continent, marking the beginning of a century of despair. Unrelenting rains lead to failed harvests, and soon, the eerie silence of empty markets is replaced by the desperate cries of the starving. This Great Famine, a grim harbinger of the trials to come, would forever alter the course of history. As we navigate through this bleak period, we’ll also explore its far-reaching impacts, including how it sowed the seeds for stories that resonate even today, such as the haunting tale of Hansel and Gretel. Join us as we uncover the chilling realities and enduring influences of the Great Famine.”
Notes:-
- “The Great Famine: Northern Europe in the Early Fourteenth Century” by William Chester Jordan
- “The Third Horsemen: A Story of Weather, War and the Famine History Forgot” by William Rosen
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