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The growth of piracy led to a major surge in attacks in the Caribbean and along North America’s Atlantic seaboard. With the fragile maritime economy of the Americas threatened with collapse, major ports were threatened and trade brought to a standstill, the British government finally declared war on the pirates. The Pirate Menace draws on extensive research, as well as a wide range of first-hand accounts, to produce a new history of the heyday of historical piracy.

Life is getting better at an accelerating rate. Food availability, income, and life span are up; disease, child mortality, and violence are down all across the globe. Though the world is far from perfect, necessities and luxuries alike are getting cheaper; population growth is slowing; Africa is following Asia out of poverty; the Internet, the mobile phone, and container shipping are enriching people's lives as never before.

In his retelling of a Chinese history stretching back 5,000 years, author and China-expert Jonathan Clements focuses on the human stories which led to the powerful transformations in Chinese society - from the unification of China under its first emperor, Qinshi Huangdi, to the Mongol invasion under Genghis Khan and the consolidation of Communist rule under Mao Zedong. Clements even brings listeners through to the present day, outlining China's economic renaissance under Deng Xiaoping and Xi Jinping.

The Scottish History Podcast is a podcast dedicated to all things Scottish History by an experienced Scottish tour guide.www.scothistorypod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What started as a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span has evolved into enlightening conversations for the not-so-short attention span. Whether it’s a short mystery, a long conversation, or an audio book, The Way I Heard It is a veritable box of chocolates for the ears, because you never know what you’re going to get.

Join Don Wildman twice a week for your hit of American history, as he explores the past to help us understand the United States of today. We’ll hear how codebreakers uncovered secret Japanese plans for the Battle of Midway, visit Chief Powhatan as he prepares for war with the British, see Walt Disney accuse his former colleagues of being communists, and uncover the dark history that lies beneath Central Park. From pre-colonial America to independence, slavery to civil rights, the gold rush to the space race, join Don as he speaks to leading experts to delve into America’s past. New ...

MURDERISH is a true crime podcast that delves into true stories of murder, disappearances and other creepy events. Also featured on the podcast are in-depth interviews with high-profile people in the true crime community. This podcast will take you on a deep-dive journey through interesting cases, beginning the date of the crime and ending with the courtroom verdict. If you are fascinated by true crime, and all that embodies the genre, this podcast will appeal to you. Listening to this podcast doesn't make you a murderer, it just means you're murder-ish.

The Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, and most importantly—the people.Episodes typically feature guests who help explain various military aviation-themed topics, such as how ejection seats work or what it's like to fly on and off nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.If you love the roar of a high-speed flyby or are enamored by the poise and confidence of the brave men and women who fly, fix, and fight these aircraft, then this show is for you!For advertising, partnerships or other business opportunities, please contact: FPP@...

In unforgettable tales of innocence lost under African skies, we follow Godwin's awakening to the often savage struggle between Whites and Blacks, his horror when he is forced to fight in a civil war he detests, and his experiences as a journalist covering the country's violent transition to Black rule as Rhodesia's colonial era comes to an end and the new state of Zimbabwe is born from its bloody ashes. Mukiwa is a poignant, compelling memoir and an invaluable addition to the literature of southern Africa.

Douglas Preston's journalistic explorations have taken him from the haunted country of Italy to the jungles of Honduras. The Lost Tomb brings together an astonishing and compelling collection of true stories about buried treasure, enigmatic murders, lost tombs, bizarre crimes, and other fascinating tales of the past and present.

In the late nineteenth century, people were obsessed by one of the last unmapped areas of the globe: The North Pole. No one knew what existed beyond the fortress of ice rimming the northern oceans. On July 8, 1879, the USS Jeannette set sail from San Francisco to cheering crowds in the grip of "Arctic Fever." The ship sailed into uncharted seas, but soon was trapped in pack ice. Two years into the harrowing voyage, the hull was breached. Amid the rush of water and the shrieks of breaking wooden boards, the crew abandoned the ship.

Sometime around 1750, English entrepreneurs unleashed the astounding energies of steam and coal, and the world was forever changed. The emergence of factories, railroads, and gunboats propelled the West’s rise to power in the nineteenth century, and the development of computers and nuclear weapons in the 20th century secured its global supremacy.

We welcome our man James back & this time he's telling us all about the Land Between the Lakes aka LBL. Apparently there's some dark stuff over there - the government kicking people off their land, cursed land, cryptids. Dogmen and Sasquatch hunting together which according to lore doesn't happen. Squatch and dogmen supposedly don't get along but they hunt together. He's telling us all kinds of information that we didn't know.

The Dark Docket is a spooky new podcast that explores the intersection between the law and the supernatural. Each episode unravels a different case from history, revealing how fear, superstition, and the unknown have influenced legal decisions throughout history. Tune in for a blend of history, mystery, and legal intrigue that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

The BC Tree Fruits cooperative shutting down spells disaster for farmers, Corus cuts hundreds of media jobs, and US senators are worried about Canada’s Gaza refugees. Also, Jasper burns as a result of bad forest management. Hosts: Shane and Patrick Duration: 57:25 For detailed show notes visit westerncontext.ca.

Unveil the mystique of history’s most powerful and enchanting women in Ladies of Lore. Journey with me as we delve into the captivating tales of mythological heroines, divine queens, and legendary enchantresses from cultures around the globe. Each episode unravels the stories of these extraordinary women, their feats, their flaws, and their enduring legacy. Whether you’re a mythology enthusiast or a lover of epic sagas, Ladies of Lore brings ancient myths to life, celebrating the strength and allure of the world’s most iconic female figures. Tune in and be enchanted!

Welcome to Persuasion Class, the podcast where we'll dive into the evolution of persuasion in the early days of the English language. We’ll unearth the practical tools of persuasion, arming you to fight towards your own goals.

Pornography is more accessible than ever. Given the recent statistics showing that 1 in 10 children have watched pornography by the time they are nine years old, this is raising legitimate concerns for parents and mental health professionals. How does this explicit material impact young minds – and what can we do to mitigate the effects? Kristen Jenson sits down to explain… Kristen is the founder of and the #1 best-selling author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today’s Young Kids and Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: A Simple Plan to Protect Young Minds. By developing books, ...

During Hawai‘i’s territorial period (1900–1959), Native Hawaiians resisted assimilation by refusing to replace Native culture, identity, and history with those of the United States. By actively participating in U.S. public schools, Hawaiians resisted the suppression of their language and culture, subjection to a foreign curriculum, and denial of their cultural heritage and history, which was critical for Hawai‘i’s political evolution within the manifest destiny of the United States. In Forward without Fear: Native Hawaiians and American Education in Territorial Hawai'i, 1900-1941 (...

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