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Can you imagine how the world would be different today if there had been no Enlightenment era? The Age of Enlightenment, which lasted throughout the 18th century, brought about fundamental changes in people’s thinking and transformed the entire fabric of society. Even ordinary people began to question their entrenched beliefs and dogmas. They wanted education, justice, freedom, and progress. They struggled to eliminate despotic rulers and desired to be governed by democratically elected representatives.

The ancient Israelites emerged from Mount Sinai onto the hilly plains of Canaan and established a civilization that endured for hundreds of years. Even when the Israelites fell to incursions from foreign invaders and were subjected to torture and exile, they held fast to their belief system. They emerged from the Babylonian captivity as the people of Yehud. With the aid of Cyrus the Great and the Achaemenid Empire, they rebuilt their sacred temple and got back on their feet.

We live in a world where strongman politics are rising, neo-liberalism has hollowed out political parties and corporations have undermined democracy. Ordinary voters feel helpless to effect change, resulting in outbreaks of populist anger, and traditional platforms for debate are losing their viability as readers source information online. In this short and vital polemic, progressive thinker and activist Billy Bragg argues that accountability is the antidote to authoritarianism and that without it, we can never truly be free.

Father and son, Billy Samoa and Billy Carlos, are the hosts of Things You Didn't Know. Together they explore the little know aspects of people, places, and things. Part history, part education, all fun...join them as they reveal all the things you didn't know that you will never forget. https://thingsyoudidntknow.net/

Welcome to The Magnificent Others, the podcast where host Billy Corgan engages in profound conversations with extraordinary individuals who have reached the pinnacle of success in their respective fields. In each episode, Billy delves into the stories and insights of high achievers, exploring the multifaceted journey that leads to greatness.

In this remarkable course, you will explore with fresh insight the centrality of prayer for the Christian life while learning concrete, edifying steps for enriching one's relationship with God. Through 12 brilliant and moving talks, you will discover what makes prayer uniquely Christian and examine the essential role of prayer in the spiritual life. This course is thoughtfully designed for those who seek to gain a more profound background on the theology of prayer.

From Chameleon Aura author Billy Chapata comes his second major poetry collection, Flowers on the Moon. Chapata presents his signature blend of experience and advice through a chaptered series of prose and poetry. Filled with the familiar themes of love, loss, resilience, and growth from Chameleon Aura but with fresh poems and new advice, his touching narrative celebrates humanity for its undeniable worth, and this collection will leave listeners warm with hope for growth, rebirth, and, most prominently, self-acceptance.

Billy Wayne Sinclair was only 21 when he heard the Louisiana judge pronounce these words: "I hereby sentence you to death in the electric chair." It was the culmination of a botched holdup committed the year before in which Billy had accidentally shot and killed a man. Billy spent the next 40 years in Angola Prison - one of the country’s worst - six of those years on death row. When in 1972 the Supreme Court struck down the death penalty as arbitrary and capricious, Billy was re-sentenced to life without parole.

How did a young girl from a small village become a powerful military leader, a symbol of hope, and a beloved saint? Joan of Arc changed the course of French history with her strong faith and courage. This audiobook takes you through Joan’s life, showing how a humble peasant rose to become one of history’s most amazing figures.

Great leadership creates extraordinary things. Poor leadership causes irreparable damage. The result depends on the person in charge. While some are born with innate leadership ability, others have to develop those strengths. But every leader is responsible to consistently hone their leadership skills, for the sake of their people and their work. Author and MBA Billy Epperhart specializes in building great leaders from the inside out.

It has become a common theme in today’s world to talk about the incredible technological and economic development of modern China. However, there are very strong historical roots to the exponential growth of modern China going back thousands and thousands of years.

Thanks to their enthralling narratives and relatable characters, Greek myths have captured our imagination for millennia. Despite being thousands of years old, these tales still manage to touch on something in the core of our souls, connecting humans from across all time periods and all stages of life. That is because myths speak to raw truths that are felt and observed by us all, and to study them is to study that which shapes our world and that which makes us human.

The Indus Valley civilization was founded at least over 5000 years ago in the area that is now modern-day Pakistan and northern India. The Harappan people lived there in peace by focusing on agriculture, crafting, and trading. This audiobook will discuss how the Harappan built their cities, lived their daily lives, what they believed happened after they died, and so much more!

Listen to this audiobook now and unlock the door to Europe's magnificent past, vibrant present, and promising future!

Historia de los celtas: Un apasionante retrato de los celtas. Mitología celta: Un apasionante recorrido por los mitos y los dioses celtas.

In the latest installment of the epic sci-fi series Ranger Ryder and the Roughneck, humanity’s fate hangs by a thread. Dex, the fearless androgynous Roughneck mercenary, and Ranger Ryder, the brilliant strategist and guardian of galactic peace, face their toughest battle yet. Packed with pulse-pounding action, stunning artwork, and emotional depth, Volume Five takes the stakes higher, the mysteries deeper, and the bonds of friendship and courage are tested.

Welcome to Reel Degenerates, the movie podcast that treats film analysis with the respect it deserves-NONE. We dive headfirst into the Cinematic dumpster and the Hall of Fame to revisit the classics, cult hits, and total disasters that shaped out movie loving brains. From brutally honest reviews, spicy trivia, behind the scenes, poking holes in plots and gatekeeping opinions, we do it all. So grab some popcorn, lower your expectations and tune in for cinematic chaos. Its film talk with no filters and way too many tangents. Its like film school...just with more cursing!

The Live Local Podcast features real conversations with marketers and entrepreneurs sharing what’s working in their businesses right now. Each episode delivers practical insights, creative strategies, and proven marketing hacks that help you grow through authentic, community-based connections. Tune in to learn from real people making a real impact and discover how to build your business the warm way.

🎙️ Innovator Stories Welcome to Innovator Stories, a weekly podcast from Tokyo exploring the people and ideas shaping the future of innovation. Hosted by a serial entrepreneur based in Tokyo, each episode features candid conversations with startup founders, accelerator leaders, ecosystem organizers, venture capital investors, designers, developers, and students who are redefining what it means to create and build. From early-stage struggles to breakthrough moments, we uncover the lessons, insights, and inspirations behind every entrepreneurial journey. Whether you’re a startup founder, ...

Explore the mesmerizing origins of the Aztecs, discover how a wandering desert tribe came to rule much of present-day Mexico, and investigate the spectacular–albeit somewhat depraved–culture that set their civilization apart.