George Best is seen as one of the most naturally talented footballers ever, but off the pitch, he battled demons.

From his glittering career at Manchester United to his struggles with alcoholism, in this episode, we'll learn about the wild life of one of football's greats.

• Life and career of George Best
• Comparison with modern footballers
• George Best's early career
• His rise to fame in the 1960s
• Best's off-pitch controversies and lifestyle
• Struggles with alcoholism
• Decline in football career and final years
• Financial issues and generosity
• Legacy and what went wrong
• Final reflections on his life

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In this milestone episode, we will deviate from the usual style of weird and wonderful stories.

Instead, I'll take you behind the scenes of the podcast, share some never-before-revealed information, and tell you about an update to our programming schedule.

• Introduction & Milestone Celebration
• Starting the Podcast Journey
• Behind the Scenes: Research & Production
• Listener Demographics & Podcast Growth
• Expanding Beyond the Podcast
• Changes to the Production Schedule
• Reasons for the New Schedule
• Conclusion & Community Engagement

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Some call it a miracle drug, others warn of its potentially damaging long-term effects on people and society.

In this episode, we'll look at the history of this drug, how it works, why it's popular, and what it reveals about American food and healthcare systems.

• Introduction to Ozempic
• American obesity and food issues
• How Ozempic works
• History and approval of Ozempic
• Ozempic’s impact on weight loss
• Popularity among celebrities
• Criticisms and side effects
• FDA approval concerns
• Long-term dependency on Ozempic
• Ultra-processed American food impact

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The UK has a new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, and Labour is back in power.

We discuss what this means for Britain, including Starmer's background, his proposed policies, and the challenges that lie ahead.

• Results of the UK general election
• New Prime Minister: Keir Starmer
• Labour Party’s winning manifesto
• Background on Keir Starmer
• Proposed policies of the Labour Party
• Challenges facing the new government
• Housing crisis and proposed solutions
• Explanation of NIMBY
• Public spending and potential tax changes
• UK’s future relationship with the EU

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The Haitian Revolution is a story of extreme violence, hope, and human rights.

Learn how slaves in Saint-Domingue fought against brutal conditions and multiple European powers to establish the first free black-led nation in the world.

• Overview of the Haitian Revolution
• Toussaint L’Ouverture’s early life and significance
• Colonisation of Saint-Domingue by the French
• Brutal conditions for slaves in Saint-Domingue
• Different social groups in Saint-Domingue
• Impact of the French Revolution
• Initial uprisings led by Vincent Ogé
• 1791 slave uprising initiated by Dutty Boukman
• Toussaint L’Ouverture’s rise to power
• Haitian independence declared in 1804

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In this episode, we'll travel back to the 1990s and uncover the story of "Cool Britannia," a time when Britain experienced a cultural renaissance.

From Oasis to Tony Blair, The Spice Girls to Damien Hirst, we'll learn how politics, music, fashion, and art intertwined to create one of the most vibrant eras in recent British history.

• Cool Britannia: A 1990s British cultural renaissance
• Vanity Fair's iconic 1997 cover: Liam Gallagher, Patsy Kensit
• Tony Blair's "New Labour" and political change in 1990s
• Blair's 1997 Downing Street party with cultural icons
• Britpop bands: Oasis, Blur, Pulp
• The Spice Girls' impact and Union Jack symbolism
• Young British Artists: Tracy Emin, Damian Hirst
• London as the creative and affordable cultural hub
• Economic influence of Britain's creative industries
• Criticisms and nostalgia for the Cool Britannia period

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JK Rowling, famous for Harry Potter, is now at the centre of a controversial debate on transgender rights.

We'll explore her views, why they've sparked so much outrage and support, and the impact on free speech laws in the UK.

• JK Rowling and her views on transgenderism
• Tweet supporting Maya Forstater’s views on sex and gender
• Public reaction: support and death threats
• Her article explaining her five reasons for speaking out
• Impact on education and safeguarding
• Freedom of speech concerns
• Personal experiences influencing her opinion
• Criticism from Harry Potter actors
• Scottish Hate Crime and Public Order Act of 2024
• Ongoing role in the public debate on transgender issues

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John Stonehouse, a promising British politician, disappeared off the Miami coast.

Had he drowned in a swimming accident? Had he been eaten by sharks?

To everyone's surprise, he turned up in Australia a few weeks later with a new identity...

• John Stonehouse: Charismatic British politician
• Disappeared from a Miami beach in 1974
• Mysterious reappearance in Australia
• Stonehouse's financial and personal troubles
• Speculation about Stonehouse being a Czech spy
• John Stonehouse's affair with his secretary
• Impersonation and multiple fake identities
• Legal trial and prison sentence
• Impact on British politics and the Labour party
• Stonehouse's final years and death

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