Industrial Era

Over the next five years, millions of more Americans are expected to take Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, which are rapidly being recognized as the miracle drugs of this century. If you’re not on them, you’ll probably know someone who is. What are the implications of the widespread use of these drugs, both on our bodies and our society? In this show, you’ll meet people across America who are either taking the jab or thinking about it, and the shocking intentional and unintentional results they are seeing.

Experience dramatic British history where brutal industrialization collides with the rise of a booming global empire. Perfect for a learning commute, this vivid deep-dive transforms dusty dates into a tense narrative of monarchs, factory workers, and colonized peoples. Grasp the grand forces of...

"Between author Rooney's story and narrator Xe Sands's craftsmanship, this Walk will sweep listeners off their feet...Through Sands we feel the force of Lillian's personality — with all its drive, wit, and grace — as well as the counterforces that want to constrain it." — AudioFile...

The true story for fans of the PBS Masterpiece series Victoria, this page-turning biography reveals the real woman behind the myth: a bold, glamorous, unbreakable queen—a Victoria for our times. Drawing on previously unpublished papers, this stunning portrait is a story of love and heartbreak...

If the West had its Swinging Sixties, Hindi cinema had its Seventies. Everything that journalists today call 'retro' when referring to Bollywood is a product of the 1970s. But to refer to the decade as 'swinging' and 'retro' is missing the wood for the trees. The 1970s is the most influential decade of Hindi cinema. Not the 1950s, not the 1960s which unapologetic nostalgists hark back to.

"Pitchfork really did change music forever, which makes Ryan Schreiber one of the major innovators of this era. This book is a fascinating exploration into Pitchfork, and as a tribute, I put it at number one in my list of top books of the year." — Fred Armisen "More than a gripping memoir...

In today's fast-paced and interconnected global economy, effective logistics and supply chain management have become the linchpins of business success. As organizations strive to optimize their operations, improve customer satisfaction, and remain competitive in an increasingly complex landscape, they must continually adapt and evolve their logistics and supply chain strategies to stay ahead of the curve. "Logistics and Supply Chain Management in the Modern Era: Trends, Technologies, and Best Practices" is a comprehensive guide designed to help professionals and organizations navigate the ...

”What a Great Book!” — Jennifer P., HISTORY/A+E Networks DiSilvio’s award-winning saga features the Wozniak family, who sail to America in pursuit of happiness, believing the streets are paved in gold, but find themselves enslaved in a dark and dangerous coal mine working for pennies. Meanwhile, their boss, Archibald Desmond Huxley, rakes in millions, while ignoring safety issues, and spares no expense as he builds his second opulent mansion on the Gold Coast of Long Island. Adding further to their misfortune, the death of Jedrek Wozniak, by a negligent mine explosion, thrusts his ...

Trace the rise and fall of the ultimate fossil fuel in this gripping environmental history of the Industrial Revolution. Perfect for your daily commute, this highly atmospheric narrative transforms a simple black rock into the beating heart of modern civilization. Descend into the grueling world...

In a city of invention, will ambition outpace the heart? Seventeen-year-old Rhett Steamrun has always wanted more—more than life inside an orphanage, more than scavenging scraps, and more than simply surviving. Gifted with an extraordinary mechanical talent, Rhett journeys to Kingsland, a city driven by steam, gears, and limitless possibility, where innovation promises fame, fortune, and a chance at something greater. But Kingsland is not what it seems. Robbed and left penniless shortly after arriving, Rhett is forced to rely on his wits and his inventions to survive. Along the way, he ...

Explore the British Empire's dramatic rise and the Industrial Revolution in this gripping 19th-century history. Perfect for an educational commute, this engaging narrative transports you to an era defined by fierce class divides and rapid technological change. Whether you are seeking a deep-dive...

Welcome to the 2024 edition! You have a wonderful idea and want to make it real. What are the first steps? Many forces act on you to slow you down, but your imagination, creativity, and passion need to overcome these constraints. INTENSE DESIGN presents a time in history when great ideas became great products such as the SR-71 Blackbird. How did an organization shrug off all the problems associated with Mach 3 travel? INTENSE DESIGN considers the historical moderation and guidance of a successful design operation as well as providing practical advice for making designs come to reality. This...

The courtroom has shaped the evolution of the electric guitar just as deeply as the concert stage. For decades, guitar players, vintage collectors, and gear heads have tossed around the phrase "lawsuit era" in pawnshops, brick-and-mortar guitar stores, and online forums—often wrapping the term in layers of urban legend and secondary-market mythology. We love to talk about the rebel builders, the copy houses, and the instruments that were "too good" for the big brands to allow. But the true history of the guitar industry isn't just written in legendary recording studios or on stadium ...

When hunger goes quiet, the world gets loud. In the last few years, a little-known hormone called GLP-1 has gone from medical obscurity to cultural obsession. What began as an injectable drug for type 2 diabetes has exploded into the most talked-about appetite-suppressing treatment in history—fueling rapid weight loss, silencing constant cravings, and quietly disrupting every corner of the food and drink industry. From viral TikToks to whispered celebrity endorsements, from Wall Street forecasts to family dinner tables, the “Satiety Era” is here—and it’s changing everything. In ...

They told you leaded gasoline was a miracle. They forgot to mention it rewired your brain. For nearly a century, the world ran on a poison it didn’t understand. The engines purred. The skies darkened. And no one asked why. This is not a history book. It’s a sealed file, pried open. A chemical crime scene that spans continents and generations. Inside, you’ll find the story of Thomas Midgley Jr.—a man who never held a weapon, yet may have caused more death than any warlord in modern history. He didn’t conquer nations. He conquered molecules. The Poison Protocol is the dossier they ...

The centuries that rewired how we think — and the century that rewired how we live. From Galileo's telescope to Watt's steam engine. Two manuscripts in one book: The Scientific Revolution: An Enthralling Exploration of Discoveries That Changed the World Forever Industrial Revolution: An Enthralling Look at How Machines and Factories Changed Our World Two revolutions. One modern world. This 2-in-1 book tells the linked story of the two upheavals that built the world you live in. The first changed how humanity understands reality. The second changed how humanity lives, works, and moves. ...

Detailing the development of the prison and its outlying stations, including its dreaded coal mines and providing an account of the changing views to convict rehabilitation, Convict-era Port Arthur focuses in on a number of individuals, telling the story through their eyes. Charles O'Hara Booth...

Charles A. Beard, a proponent of the "New History", which emphasized the importance of cultural economic developments as opposed to just warfare and diplomacy.

Author Jeremy Rifkin presents an insider's account of the next great economic era: the Third Industrial Revolution, when a new ethic of sustainability will revolutionize the world we live in.

What if you could trace the defining moments that brought the United States into the Great War? How did a nation committed to neutrality find itself thrust into the conflict that would reshape the world? The Road to War: How America's Neutrality Was Overcome in World War I takes you on a gripping journey through the critical events, decisions, and tensions that led to America's eventual entry into World War I. Why does it matter? At the dawn of the 20th century, the United States was a global power, but one that had chosen to stay out of the European conflict. For years, President Wilson ...