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Tim Flannery's international best seller The Weather Makers changed minds and hearts about global warming. We Are the Weather Makers is a concise and revised edition that allows listeners of all ages to learn the facts about climate change. In this passionate book Tim Flannery writes about cyclones and droughts, about coral reefs and polar bears, about wind energy and nuclear power. He reminds us that climate connects us all, from the Arctic to the Outback. And our climate is influenced by how we choose to live - how we use our fuels, our water and our land.

'We were all considered mad, Marcelo was thought mad. My grandfather, my father, Maria Eugenia, my sister, were all considered mad and I was as well. The reason was that we took a different path to everybody else.' Rafael Bielsa, Marcelo's brother, Foreign Secretary of Argentina, 2003-05...

'a powerful text that will benefit any reader' - Dr Richard Harris SC, OAM, hero of the Thai cave rescue Life is hard. Rocketing rates of physical and mental health issues are testimony to the immense pressures of our complex world. So how do we become tough and adaptable to face life's...

Tim LaHaye created the Left Behind Series, which has become one of the most popular fiction series of all time. Those novels, with more that 50 million copies sold, presented a unique combination of suspense and substance drawn from his lifelong study of Biblical prophecy. Now Tim LaHaye has...

By creating WrestleMania, jumping into the pay-per-view field, and expanding across North America, Vince McMahon changed professional wrestling forever.

Wyatt is the first to approach the cell, but the force of the door bursting from its hinges sends him tumbling backward over the desk, with the door landing on him, caught at the edge of the desk. The noise draws the attention of everyone outside, yet no one moves to investigate. Inside, Doc Holliday and Luke Short have their weapons drawn and aimed at the cell, but they freeze at the sight unfolding before them: a wolf slowly emerges, its head lowered to fit its large body through the opening.

Dive into the intriguing newspaper accounts of life in Western Canada during the tumultuous Riel Rebellion and its aftermath. Spanning from August 1880 to January 1895, this collection offers a vivid glimpse into the events that shaped the region. Narrated by David Lawrence and Esther, these articles provide a fascinating historical perspective, bringing to life the challenges and triumphs of the era. Join us for a compelling journey through time as we explore the stories that defined a nation.

Formerly Improv is Dead, FUDGECAST is an immersive comedy podcast hosted by Damian Anaya, Tim Lyons, and Dan White. Every week we chat 'n prov, then apply some slick post-production effects, to create a totally unique audial comedy show where all of their biggest comedy perversions freely penetrate your gentle, delicate ears. Support the pod! For bonus episodes, access to our Discord and more premium content join our Patreon at Patreon.com/fudgecast

Hier geht es nicht um Symptombehandlung. Hier geht es um Ursachen. In diesem Podcast erklärt Tim Medwed, warum Rücken- und Hüftschmerzen bei Selbständigen und Unternehmern immer wieder zurückkommen – trotz Übungen, Physio oder Training. Du erfährst: • warum dein unterer Rücken beim Sitzen dicht macht • weshalb dein ISG oder deine Bandscheibe nicht „das eigentliche Problem“ sind • wie muskuläre Dysbalancen deine Leistungsfähigkeit sabotieren • und wie du wieder 8–10 Stunden arbeiten und 2–4x pro Woche trainieren kannst – ohne Rückfall Alle Inhalte basieren auf ...

Cookin' Up Good Times, the series where we plate up personalities, with a side order of great food and even better good times! Hosted By Brendon & Jaydon Manders Follow Us On Socials: @cookinupgoodtimes

Lit Trip takes you on a tour through a location’s literary past, present and future. Writers, scholars, civic leaders and fans guide listeners through the history, influences, traditions and contributions that transform a place into a destination. If you enjoy stories, personalities and escape, come lose yourself in a Lit Trip.

May 10, 1940. The Netherlands was swarming with Third Reich troops. In seven days it's entirely occupied by Nazi Germany. Joining a small resistance cell in the Dutch city of Haarlem were three teenage girls: Hannie Schaft, and sisters Truus and Freddie Oversteegen, who would soon band together to form a singular female underground squad.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE 2017 #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ‘The best political book of the year’ Andrew Marr ‘A superb work of storytelling and reporting. Sets new benchmark for the writing of contemporary political history’ Guardian The only book to tell the full story of how and...

While it may seem that chaos and confusion reigns today, humans have a long history of wisdom and inspiration. Dr Tim Sharp, aka Dr Happy, highlights practical lessons from some of the great thinkers of all time to show you the path to your best life now. Habits for Greatness teaches you 30 lessons from 30 of the greatest philosophies, religions, psychologists, creators, movements and even fictional characters to allow you to apply these lessons as lifestyle habits, so you can step into your greatness.

Inside Michael’s craft supply store, cashier Ann Chapman rings up another customer. Then it happens. A loud crack; a gust of wind; the light in register five goes dark. Over the next 23 days, the entire DC area will be thrust into a reign of terror unprecedented in American history. Sniper attacks targeting and murdering everyday citizens will bring the entire region to its knees as a nation still reeling from the recent attacks of 9/11 and the anthrax scare is forced to confront a new type of brutal assault - this time in their own backyard.

I wish Mr Bambuckle would come back. Who will cook us breakfast now? Miss Frost gave me detention just for answering a question. Mr Bambuckle said I’m about to discover magic - but how? There are some pretty strange things going on. It’s almost as if Mr Bambuckle could hear us....

Sarah Forsyth has spent most of her life in fear. After overcoming the hurt and heartbreak of a horrific childhood, Sarah managed to build a new life for herself as a nursery nurse. Then, one day, she spotted a newspaper advert for a job in a crèche in Amsterdam. Excited by the prospect of a fresh start abroad, she eagerly signed up. But within minutes of stepping off the plane in Amsterdam her life began to fall apart.... There was no crèche and no job. That night, at just 19 years of age, her life - her real life, her life as Sarah Forsyth - ended.

No one gets closer to Australia's craziest characters than 'Doc' Tim Watson-Munro, a criminal psychologist with 40 years' experience assessing the mad, bad and dangerous. In a riveting series of weird, funny and terrifying tales sure to thrill and chill true crime listeners, Tim reveals the warped minds behind crimes that shocked and intrigued Australia.

Abel Jackson lives with his mother, Dora, at Longboat Bay, an isolated stretch of coast whose waters teem with fish. Theirs is a simple life. It’s tough. And at times it’s lonely. But Abel has friends in the sea, particularly the magnificent old groper he meets one day while diving for abalone. Abel learns that the sea and its treasures are precious. And as Longboat Bay is threatened by greedy developers and overfishing, Abel and his mum wonder how they can keep their homeplace safe.

It doesn't matter in which industry or where: too many of us are overworked, disengaged and apprehensive about the future of work. In his life-affirming new book, bestselling author and founder Tim Duggan argues that we approach work and life the wrong way around.