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A Little Book of St. Francis and His Brethren is a captivating exploration of the simple yet profound life of St. Francis, as presented by the esteemed author, EM Wilmot Buxton. Known for his skill in bringing to life the stories of Gods heroes, Buxtons portrayal of St. Francis will captivate both children and adults. Its charm and timeless truths make it an enlightening read. This description is adapted from the New Catholic World #113, 1921.

"Myths of the Norsemen" by H.A. Guerber is an extensive retelling of the legends and myths of the Norse pantheon. Published in the early 20th century, Guerber's work is one of the most comprehensive and accessible English renditions of the stories of the Norse gods, goddesses, heroes, and the world they inhabit.

1879 was a year of bloody conflict on the African continent. Cetsywayo, the Zulu chieftain, had wielded his armies with precision and care, defeating and driving his enemies before him. This courageous force finally butted heads with the British on the sweeping plains of Africa, inflicting grievous losses on the empire’s red coats. This book covers the conflict and the major political and military events that took place. Written the year after the war came to an end, the author weaves a compelling narrative that’s hard to put down.

After the tragic death of their father and surviving a life-threatening eating disorder, eighteen-year-old Ellis moves with their mother to the small town of Black Stone, seeking a simpler life and some space to recover. But Black Stone feels off; it's a disquieting place surrounded by towns with some of the highest death rates in the country. It doesn't help that everyone says Ellis's new house is haunted—everyone including Quinn, a local girl who has quickly captured Ellis's attention.

Dive into the riveting era of the sixteenth century when English Catholics faced severe persecution for their faith. This podcast tells the stories of the brave martyrs, both lay and cleric, who defiantly proclaimed, Come rack! Come rope! in the face of adversity. Hear about the Carthusians, Houghton, Lawrence, Webster; the Jesuits, Campion, Sherwin, Southwell; and the secular priests, Hart, Lacey, Ingleby. Learn about the countess of Salisbury, mother of Cardinal Pole; the Chancellor of England Blessed Thomas More, Philip Earl of Arundel, and Margaret Clitherow, a safe harbor for priests. ...

Join European Muay Thai champion Shane O'Neil and MMA fanatic Jake Kelly every week for an hour-long dive into the thrilling world of MMA and One Championship. "CraicHouse" is the ultimate podcast for MMA and One Championship fans, bringing you the latest UFC news, events, and in-depth discussions in a casual and fun format. Shane and Jake's dynamic chemistry and passion for the sport ensure every episode is packed with insights, laughs, and, as the Irish say, plenty of "the craic." Whether you're a die-hard fan or just getting into the sport, CraicHouse is your go-to source for all things ...

Belonging to Blackness is a monthly podcast that explores the infiniteness of Blackness through meaningful conversations about Black identities. Hosted by scholar-activist, author and storyteller Dr. Yndia Lorick-Wilmot (@ProfYndia), episodes feature a diverse line-up of global Black pioneers and award-winning change-makers. These guests share their intimate experiences that have led them to understand their Blackness. Topics include celebrating Black life, history and the state of Black art, music and culture; Black love and relationships; social justice, reconciliation and reparations; and ...

“Quixote in Ramadi: An Indigenous Account of Imperialism” is a dark humor novel that is introspective and capricious, despite dealing with the serious issues of childhood abuse, neo-colonialism, homicide, genocide, and ethnic persecution. It tells the story of an indigenous female soldier in the US Army who deploys to Iraq at the height of the tension of the Fallujah massacre and the Abu Ghraib scandal, and faces unexpected catastrophes and corruption. While her command leadership frivolously spends defense funds in Baghdad's Green Zone and turns local Iraqis into personal servants, she...

This podcast is hosted by two world-class experts on AI: computer scientist Professor Peter Cowling and Rob Wilmot, tech investor and businessman. Peter and Rob talk about all things AI - sometimes with guests - around the kitchen table. This is a relaxed and informal show hosted by two friends who've research, taught, developed and invested in AI since the early nineties (They look good for their age!)

Greg Wilmot tells us what he thinks, how he feels, and what we might consider in this thought-provoking and insightful podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.