Best Mark Connolly Podcasts (2024)

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Quantum Willow with John Schanck and Samuel Jacques 53:36

1h ago53:36

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THE QUANTUM COMPUTERS ARE COMING...right? We got Samuel Jacques and John Schanck at short notice to answer that question plus a bunch of other about error correcting codes, logical qubits, T-gates, and more about Google's new quantum computer Willow. Transcript: https://securitycryptographywhatever.com/2024/12/18/quantum-willow Links: - https://blo…

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Katharine of Aragon: The Queen of England with Jackson van Uden 40:05

2d ago40:05

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It is 16th December 1535. Katharine of Aragon is dying at Kimbolton Castle, she just turned 50 years old, she knows she will never see her only child again, and her husband has utterly abandoned her. She would die three weeks later. The story of Katharine is one of courage, determination and stoicism. One can only admire her. ...Today we’re talking…

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Ep535 - Behind Sarah Pinborough’s Eyes! 57:13

18h ago57:13

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Sarah Pinborough has had over twenty novels published and written for TV and film. Sarah’s new thriller Behind Her Eyes is getting incredible buzz after a heated auction. Sarah is always funny, insightful and often eye-wateringly honest. Brace yourselves for one of our most entertaining author chats yet… WARNING: Contains strong adult language! LIS…

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Catalina de Aragón: The Daughter of Spain with Emma Cahill Marrón 1:12:17

2d ago1:12:17

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On the 16th December 1485, a little girl was born to the reigning Catholic monarchs of Castile and Aragon - the little girl was named Catalina. She grew up to be one of the most famous women in English history. Not only was she the youngest daughter of Isabel of Castile and Ferdinand of Aragon, she was sister to Juana la Loca, she was also mother t…

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Episode 130: Spencer Klavan: Exposing the Myths of Materialism to Restore Science and Christianity 50:24

3d ago50:24

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Welcome to More Christ. In this episode, I'm joined by once again by my friend (and one of favourite podcasters) Dr Spencer Klavan.With a PhD in Classics, Spencer Klavan is a renowned author, and the assistant editor of The Claremont Review of Books and The American Mind at the Claremont Institute. His writings include, How to Save the West, and mo…

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The House of Dudley with Dr Joanne Paul 40:22

3d ago40:22

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to the 100th Episode of our podcast, If It Ain’t Baroque… I am absolutely delighted to introduce today’s guest - Dr Joanne Paul. She is a professor at University of Sussex; She was the historical advisor on the brilliant Amazon Prime show My Lady Jane (2024); She has also written one of the …

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Saints: A New Legendary of Heroes, Humans and Magic with Amy Jeffs 41:40

5d ago41:40

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Let’s talk about ...Saints! Please give a massive round of applause for Amy Jeffs, author of a new book Saints: a New Legendary of Heroes, Humans and Magic. Published by Riverrun. This chat has it all, a cult of Edward the Confessor, a definition of what a saint actually is and was, a mention of a man covered in pricks (yes, those) and why Henry VI…

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Listen: Derry City's latest signing Shane Ferguson looking for success for his hometown 4:43

5d ago4:43

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Interview by Patrick CookeBy Drive105 Match Night Live

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The Scandalous Life of Margaret, Duchess of Argyll with Lyndsy Spence 52:40

6d ago52:40

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Today we’re talking about Margaret Whigham, the it-girl of 1930’s, who became Mrs Sweeny with her first marriage - Cole Porter mentioned her in a song - and Duchess of Argyll with her second. She is remembered today for a sex scandal initiated by the 11th Duke of Argyll during their divorce proceedings. She is also responsible for restoring Inverar…

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Reinventing... The Vikings with Alex Harvey 46:03

6d ago46:03

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Let's talk Vikings... What is true, what is false? What myths persist about this ...group (?) of people and what makes them so fascinating? Tune in and find out... Get Forgotten Vikings: https://www.amberley-books.com/forgotten-vikings.html Alex' First Book Riddles of the Isle: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Riddles-Isle-History-Axholme-Normans/dp/173919…

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We hear from Adam O'Reilly after he put pen to paper on a 2 year contract with Derry City 2:56

8d ago2:56

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Interview by Patrick CookeBy Drive105 Match Night Live

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Ep534 - John Connolly | No Formulas & Finishing Books Author 59:54

8d ago59:54

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John Connolly has won pretty much every crime award going, and his books are regular Sunday Times bestsellers. He doesn’t do workshops, doesn’t suffer fools, and tells us about the massive issue with leaving a book half-finished. John’s words are dripping in wisdom and we loved him. LISTEN Subscribe now to the Bestseller Experiment App and get acce…

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Dual_EC_DRBG with Justin Schuh and Matthew Green 1:07:45

9d ago1:07:45

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Nothing we have ever recorded on SCW has brought so much joy to David. However, at several points during the episode, we may have witnessed Matthew Green's soul leave his body. Our esteemed guests Justin Schuh and Matt Green joined us to debate whether `Dual_EC_DRBG` was intentionally backdoored by the NSA or 'just' a major fuckup. Transcript: http…

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Reinventing... Henry VI with Lauren Johnson 46:13

11d ago46:13

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! On the 6th December 1421 a baby boy is born in Windsor Castle…his parents are Catherine of Valois and Henry V ..this boy would be a crowned king of England as well a crowned king of France, the only one to ever achieve this honour. Sadly, he would come to lose both his crowns and his life. Henry VI,…

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Derry City's latest signing Goalkeeper Arlo Doherty aims for the No1 Spot 4:44

12d ago4:44

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MNL's Patrick Cooke caught up with Arlo Doherty at the Derry City alternative kit launch this week.By Drive105 Match Night Live

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We hear from Derry City manager Tiernan Lynch in the lates Transfer rumours, pre-season, Contract talks and Arlo Doherty 3:44

12d ago3:44

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Patrick Cooke caught up with the Derry City Gaffer tonight at the launch of the new away kit for 2025.By Drive105 Match Night Live

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Ep533 - Shannon Mayer - Million-Selling Indie Author 59:54

15d ago59:54

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From farrier to million-selling indie author, USA Today bestseller, and writing machine, Shannon bestows wisdom, inspiration, and a quote that we want on t-shirts and bumper stickers. Episode Highlights:Shannon Mayer: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Mailing List LISTEN Books Mentioned Subscribe now to the Bestseller Experiment App and get access to …

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Episode 129: Aaron Renn: Relationships, Institutions, and Christian Life in the Negative World 43:36

17d ago43:36

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Aaron Renn is a writer, speaker, and thought leader exploring the intersection of faith, culture, and society. He publishes on Substack under his name, Aaron Renn, where he delves into topics such as Christianity, urbanism, politics, and cultural trends. He is also the founder of The Masculinist, a newsletter addressing contemporary challenges face…

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Women of the Anarchy with Sharon Bennett Connolly 1:00:49

22d ago1:00:49

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This time we talk to the historian Sharon Bennett Connolly, who's back on the podcast to talk about her new book Women of the Anarchy released by Amberley Publishing. Let's talk about all the Matildas that were involved in the conflict, following the White Ship Disaster in 1120; let's talk about all the Henrys and just one King Stephen, because one…

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Ep532 - LJ Ross – Rebel with Four Million Sold 1:02:22

22d ago1:02:22

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LJ Ross has long refused to play by other people’s rules and when she didn’t like the look of a publishing contract she struck out on her own. Over four million copies of her books have been sold to date and she’s still going strong. She answers our listener questions on marketing, pricing, Kindle and she tells […] The post Ep532 – LJ Ross – Rebel …

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Intentional Discipleship: Apostolate & Ministry 34:45

22d ago34:45

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The conversation delves into various themes including philosophical concepts like the veil of ignorance, personal reflections on cigars and drinks, and a deep exploration of discipleship and apostolic work within the Catholic faith. The speakers discuss the importance of intentional discipleship, the distinction between ministry and apostolate, and…

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We hear from the new manager of Derry City, Tiernan Lynch 3:41

28d ago3:41

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MNL's Patrick Cooke caught up with the Derry Manager earlier today.By Drive105 Match Night Live

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Reinventing... Charles I with Mark Turnbull 1:22:25

28d ago1:22:25

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On the 19th November in the year 1600, a boy was born in Scotland at Dunfermline Palace - he was the second son and the third child of the King of Scotland, James VI. Few could have predicted he would one day be king, not just of Scotland, but also of England and Ireland. No one could have foretold this boy would die on the scaffold for treason… Th…

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Firebrand (a.k.a. Queen's Gambit) with Elizabeth Fremantle 38:50

28d ago38:50

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It is our absolute pleasure to introduce today’s guest, Elizabeth Fremantle, and we’ll be talking about her novel Queen’s Gambit, which has recently been made into a film Firebrand starring Alicia Vikander as Katherine Parr and Jude Law as Henry VIII. (The novel has been updated under the new name as well.) Please welcome, Elizabeth! Find Firebrand…

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Ep531 - Joanne Harris — Squeeze Your Characters 1:09:23

29d ago1:09:23

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Joanne Harris returns to the podcast with her gripping page-turning thriller A Narrow Door. Joanne answers our listener questions, tells us the importance of human interaction to her writing, why she doesn’t see a distinction between plotting and pantsing, and why ideas are like planets in a solar system. And the Two Marks discuss a […] The post Ep…

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The Battle of Flodden Field with Callum Watson 1:07:25

1M ago1:07:25

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Today we bring to you our interview with Callum Watson, and we’ll be discussing the Battle of Flodden Field, wherein the Scottish King James IV was massively defeated by the English army which is ironic since the King of England Henry VIII was in France fighting the French. What’s even more ironic, is the fact that the Scottish King was married to …

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Episode 128: George Harrell: Idols of American History, Kepler Education & the George Buchanan Forum 1:13:54

1M ago1:13:54

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George Harrell is a seasoned classical educator and the executive director of the George Buchanan Forum. Please see: https://kepler.education/t/george.harrell/?full_description=true https://www.tgbf.org/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-george-buchanan-forum/id1557574254

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Reinventing...Henry III with Matthew Lewis 1:17:50

1M ago1:17:50

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! On the 16th November 1272 Henry III died after a 56 year reign. His rule spanned the better part of the 13th century, and took England from the disaster that was King John to the conquering macho that was Edward I. Neatly sandwiched in between these two vastly different kingships is Henry III, the m…

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Episode 127: Adele Ahlberg Calhoun: The Spiritual Disciplines in a Digital Age 59:09

1M ago59:09

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Adele and Doug Calhoun have decades of experience in caring for the soul. Adele is an author, speaker, retreat leader, pastor, spiritual director, pilgrimage leader, and a certified enneagram trainer. Adele’s sweet spot is giving people tools to help them make space for God in their lives. Doug is a pastor, spiritual director, pilgrimage leader, a …

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True Murder History Club with Steven Veerapen 52:46

1M ago52:46

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today we present to you our chat with historian and author Steven Veerapen, and we talk about several murders set at the courts of Mary Queen of Scots and her son, James VI and I. Get Steven's Books: https://www.waterstones.com/author/steven-veerapen/4403209 https://www.stevenveerapen.com/ https://w…

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Ep530 - Angela Marsons - on getting a 12-book deal 1:11:58

1M ago1:11:58

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We welcome the wonderful Angela Marsons back to the podcast. Angela is the multi-million bestselling author of the DI Kim Stone series. And she’s back with Six Graves, the 16th book in the series. Despite her mega sales (five million and counting) and a 12-book contract, Angela tells us why she doesn’t take a single […] The post Ep530 – Angela Mars…

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Gutted - Mark Connolly after loss at the Aviva 4:01

1M ago4:01

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Interview by Dermot LiddyBy Drive105 Match Night Live

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FAI Cup Final - A Managers perspective, We hear from Felix Healy 18:10

1M ago18:10

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🎙 Dee Curran sat down with Derry City legend Felix Healy ahead of tomorrow’s FAI Cup Final! Felix shares his unique perspective on preparing as a player versus a manager, the psychological demands of lifting a team after league disappointment, and gives his analysis on the strengths Derry possess and his thoughts on Kevin Doherty's new approach on …

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The Eagle and The Hart with Helen Castor 59:15

1M ago59:15

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! It is my absolute pleasure to announce today’s guest - please welcome Helen Castor to the pod, and we talk about her new book The Eagle and the Hart - the Tragedy of Richard II and Henry IV. Who were these kings? Who was Richard II and Henry IV? Let's see what was their story beyond what Shakespeare…

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FAI CUP PREVIEW - A look at this year's Final plus former players look back at previous Finals 52:57

1M ago52:57

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🎙️ Drive 105MNL's FAI Cup Final Preview Podcast! ⚽️🏆 Get ready for the FAI Cup Final with exclusive insights from both sides of the pitch! This special preview features in-depth interviews with Derry City’s captain Patrick McEleney and attacker Michael Duffy, giving fans an inside look at their preparations and hopes for the big day. We also have D…

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Josh Daniels will be keeping an eye over Derry on Sunday, but first, he has a small matter of a game to play in the Europa Conference League 5:18

1M ago5:18

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James O'Toole caught up with TNS & former Derry player Josh Daniels Thursday morning as he prepared for tonight's Europe Conference League fixture against Shamrock Rovers. Copyright Drive105 RadioBy Drive105 Match Night Live

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We spoke to Ruaidhri Higgins ahead of Sundays Cup Final about what it means to him. 6:06

1M ago6:06

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Interview by Dermot LiddyBy Drive105 Match Night Live

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It's a massive opportunity for the whole club to bring back a 2nd trophy in 3 years - Brian Maher 2:47

1M ago2:47

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Interview by Dee CurranBy Drive105 Match Night Live

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The Gunpowder Plot: Terror in Shakespeare's England with James Travers 39:45

1M ago39:45

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today is Guy Fawkes Night, a.k.a. Bonfire Night… Let’s talk about the history of it with James Travers, who has published three books on the topic. His last book, published with Amberley in 2019, also makes evident the conn…

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Drive105 caught up with Mark Connolly this week ahead of the FAI Cup Final, We didn't expect Croke Park to get a mention! 7:55

1M ago7:55

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James O'Toole caught up with Mark Connolly who is a native of GAA dominant town of Clones. This Sunday though his friends and family will be switching sporting allegiances.By Drive105 Match Night Live

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Ep529 - Michael Connelly - How to Write Every Day 58:32

1M ago58:32

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We are delighted to welcome worldwide bestseller Michael Connelly back to the podcast to discuss his new novel The Dark Hours, which explores an LA scarred by fear and social unrest. Michael reflects on how the world of Harry Bosch has grown over an incredible thirty years, and he answers our listener questions of writing […] The post Ep529 – Micha…

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Derry finish league season in 4th after losing by the one goal to Shelbourne 1:21

2M ago1:21

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Derry City's 2024 league campaign came to a disappointing conclusion tonight at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Shelbourne, in a determined display, secured a 1-0 victory, clinching the league title and leaving the Candy Stripes to reflect on what could have been, after ending in 4th place in the final league standings. Despite the bitter disa…

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Title decider at Brandywell and reflection on what could have been - Ruaidhri Higgins 3:06

2M ago3:06

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Derry City's 2024 League campaign has been a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows, marked by moments of brilliance and periods of inconsistency. As the season draws to a close, the Candystripes face Shelbourne at the Brandywell in a final showdown that decide the League Champions. The campaign began with a flurry of excitement, with new signings an…

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Scary History: Dark Valentines with Chris Wood 22:12

2M ago22:12

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! We continue a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Today we have a short bonus episode for you and …

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Scary History: A History of Death in 17th Century England with Ben Norman 37:53

2M ago37:53

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today we continue a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Please welcome back to the podcast, Ben No…

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Scary History: Ghost Encounters with Stuart Anderson Harris 36:41

2M ago36:41

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today we continue a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Please welcome to the podcast, the Stuart …

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Ep527 - Joe Abercrombie Returns 1:04:02

2M ago1:04:02

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We celebrate international bestselling fantasy writer Joe Abercrombie’s return to the podcast with The Wisdom of Crowds, which brings his Age of Madness trilogy to a thrilling climax. As always, Joe is a treasure trove of amazing advice for writers and he answers our listener questions on outlining, symmetry, POV and much more. We also […] The post…

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Scary History: Women Who Kill with Erin Fetterly 30:59

2M ago30:59

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to Season 5 of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! Today we start a new mini series - SCARY HISTORY, wherein we’ll explore the many stories of humans mistreating other humans, and the lessons we can draw upon these examinations. Please welcome to the podcast, the author Eri…