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Precariously positioned between China and India, Burma's population has suffered dictatorship, natural disaster, and the dark legacies of colonial rule. But when decades of military dictatorship finally ended and internationally beloved Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi emerged from long years of house arrest, hopes soared. As historian, former diplomat, and presidential advisor, Thant Myint-U saw the cracks forming. In this insider's diagnosis of a country at a breaking point, he dissects all of the elements that came together to challenge the incipient democracy.

Behind every great historical moment, behind every revolution and discovery, behind every surviving manuscript and social movement, stood women whose names were erased but whose impact shaped our world. From the author comes a groundbreaking work that rewrites history by revealing the invisible women who made it possible.

Du wirst nicht glauben, womit man in Wien sein Geld verdienen konnte! Begib dich mit Jascha Novak und Simone Schedl auf eine Entdeckungsreise in längst vergangene Arbeitswelten. Erfahre von kuriosen Berufen, die es so nicht mehr (oft) gibt und lege mit uns ein unbekanntes Stück Wiener Stadtgeschichte frei. Wir sprechen mit langgedienten HüterInnen althergebrachten Handwerks, mit jungen UnternehmerInnen, die fast verlorene Traditionen wiederbeleben und entdecken mystische Arbeitsstätten.

From Halloween costumes to patriotic parades to belly-busting meals, every holiday tradition tells a unique story—one encoded in symbols and layered meanings that stretch back over the centuries. In 19 lectures, professional storyteller Dr. Hannah B. Harvey takes listeners through the seasons and investigates the surprising stories behind seemingly odd holiday traditions.

Whispers of the Past - The Hidden History of St. Eustatius unearths the untold stories of St. Eustatius, a small Dutch Caribbean island with a rich and overlooked history. We embark on a captivating journey through the island’s timeline, from its earliest roots to the present day. At the crossroads of historical narratives and women’s empowerment, we shine a bright light on the often-silenced voices of women—stories of strength, survival, and resilience that continue to inspire. These echoes of the past awaken pride in our collective heritage, connecting us to the present. Join us as we ...

Pack your cutlass and blunderbuss--it's time to go a-pirating! The Invisible Hook takes readers inside the wily world of late 17th- and early 18th-century pirates. With swashbuckling irreverence and devilish wit, Peter Leeson uncovers the hidden economics behind pirates' notorious, entertaining, and sometimes downright shocking behavior.

Winner of the International Labor History Award Long before the American Revolution and the Declaration of the Rights of Man, a motley crew of sailors, slaves, pirates, laborers, market women, and indentured servants had ideas about freedom and equality that would forever change history. The...

In the past five years, Israel has mounted three major assaults on the 1.8 million Palestinians trapped behind its blockade of the Gaza Strip. Taken together, Operation Cast Lead (2008-9), Operation Pillar of Defense (2012), and Operation Protective Edge (2014) have resulted in the deaths of some 3,700 Palestinians. Meanwhile a total of 90 Israelis were killed in the invasions. On the face of it, this succession of vastly disproportionate attacks has often seemed frenzied and pathological.

Some Unapproved Thinking Forbidden history, cultural disruption, and lessons the ages keep teaching Unapproved Thinking is a podcast for people who sense that the official explanation is rarely the full story. Each episode explores ideas, events, and stories that fall outside the approved narrative, not to provoke for shock value, but to educate, challenge assumptions, and uncover recurring patterns in human behavior across history. From forgotten civilizations and suppressed ideas to modern systems that quietly shape everyday life, this show connects past and present to reveal how power, ...

Bringing you stories behind some of the castles, tower houses, and other historic ruins in the Scottish Borders. Each episode examines a specific site, its history, and how to visit. You'll hear about Reivers, raids, wars, and the families from our turbulent past, along with a little touch of folklore. New episodes are uploaded every week, all hosted by David. For detailed information about the places in these podcasts, go to https://thistleandtime.scot

Historia oculta de la conquista de América pretende rescatar aquellos hechos que tuvieron relevancia para el desarrollo de la conquista de América y para la posterior configuración tanto de las fronteras sudamericanas como de la propia identidad hispanoamericana. Son hechos olvidados por la distancia temporal entre aquellos hombres y nosotros, o también ninguneados por aquellos que pretendieron acrecentar su fama u ocultar sus delitos, no obstante algunos de ellos, como la incidencia de las enfermedades en colonos e indígenas....

Discover the little known facts about some of the world’s greatest historical icons. We all know what was written in the history books. There are some stories we’ve heard a hundred times—but often our understanding of these events and people is narrow. Have you ever wondered about the...

Hidden Crime Files takes you deep into the darkest corners of human behavior. Every episode uncovers shocking true crime cases, hidden evidence, and chilling investigations that reveal secrets most people never see. From unsolved mysteries to notorious criminal stories, we bring the details they tried to hide — and the truth that finally comes to light.Tune in every week, follow along, and prepare to uncover the stories you won’t find anywhere else. Listener discretion is advised.

What was Seoul’s Myeong-dong like in the past? Did you know there was a time in Korea when people weren’t allowed to go out after midnight? We uncover fascinating and little-known stories from Korean history in a way that’s fun, engaging, and easy to understand. It’s your chance to become a Korean history expert.

Welcome to HistoGate Chronicles. History isn’t always what you were taught. Behind the textbooks and headlines lie suppressed discoveries, censored debates, and cover-ups that powerful forces hoped you’d never see. At "Hidden History," we dig up those buried chapters with evidence that can’t be ignored—primary sources and declassified documents. But don’t expect a dry lecture. Each episode delivers these revelations with wit, energy, and just enough humor to keep you hooked while questioning everything you thought you knew. If you crave truth told with bite, brains, and a dash of ...

An eight-year-old boy named James, aka the wannabe Cisco Kid, nearly lost his life as he searched for precious metal in a bone dry southwest Arizona gulley. He retrieved only pyrite before a desert flood swept away his world. Over the course of half a century James acquired several additional nicknames. They were reflections of his multiple personalities. His dad called him Traveler or Trav. Some coworkers referred to him as Point Man. A few colleagues labeled him Knowledge Navigator or Nav.

"Unlock success with real-life stories and actionable strategies." Success isn’t luck—it’s a blueprint waiting to be uncovered. Hidden Blueprints brings you powerful stories, untold strategies, and game-changing insights from those who’ve cracked the code to success. Whether it’s business, mindset, or personal growth, we reveal the behind-the-scenes playbook to help you achieve your biggest goals. 🚀 Real stories, real lessons 💡 Actionable strategies for success 🔑 The mindset shifts that make a difference It’s time to unlock your next level.

When mysterious boxes land on his Vancouver doorstep, best-selling Canadian author Timothy Taylor embarks on a journey of discovery that takes him to Germany and into a hidden family history, spoken about rarely and in whispered tones. Following the breadcrumbs from remote farmhouses to the well-appointed offices of Germany’s cultural elite, Timothy’s on a mission to piece together his family’s experiences of persecution, death, exile and survival under the Nazis, to make sure his mother and grandparents are properly commemorated, to give voice to those the Nazis tried to silence. As ...

The Hidden Hand: A History of Secret Societies pulls back the curtain on the groups that shaped civilization—not with conspiracy, but with structure, symbolism, and silence. From ancient mystery rites and medieval brotherhoods to Ivy League crypts and Silicon Valley cults, JJ traces the real influence of secret societies across time—without the tinfoil, the paranoia, or the guesswork. This is not a book about who runs the world. It’s a book about how power cloaks itself—through ritual, myth, and the illusion of secrecy.

Success isn’t luck—it’s a blueprint waiting to be uncovered. Hidden Blueprints brings you powerful stories, untold strategies, and game-changing insights from those who’ve cracked the code to success. Whether it’s business, mindset, or personal growth, we reveal the behind-the-scenes playbook to help you achieve your biggest goals. 🚀 Real stories, real lessons 💡 Actionable strategies for success 🔑 The mindset shifts that make a difference It’s time to unlock your next level.