Beste Henry Bernstein podcasts (2024)

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843: A Little Bit of Power

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So much of the fight for the presidency is coming down to battles for small slices of voters who can help throw swing states to one candidate or another. Abbas Alawieh, a leader in the Uncommitted movement, grapples with how to get his voters the thing they want. Prologue: When you have some power, but not a lot, how do you wield it when you’re sud…

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The Moth Podcast: A Family Circus

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On this episode, we feature two stories all about the hectic, maddening, hair-pulling side of raising kids. Plus, we feature some very special guests reading the credits. This episode was hosted by Kate Tellers. Storytellers: Mary Lea Carroll tries to figure out how her mom raised so many children without absolutely losing it. PT Smith learns the t…

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Grass is Greener

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Meg Wolitzer presents three stories about the tricky subject of envy that question whether the grass is in fact always greener somewhere else.In Alexandra Petri’s “Seneca Falls for You,” feminist Elizabeth Cady Stanton almost gets trapped in a romance novel.The reader is Ophira Eisenberg. Ben Phillipe’s sly fairy tale, “The Luck of Others,” read by…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Fear Factor

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In this hour, stories of fear -- facing it, outgrowing it, and learning from it. From shadowy childhood demons, to the anxieties of parenthood, and life or death choices in the face of discrimination. This hour is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public …

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Daniel Dae Kim in David Henry Hwang's 'Yellow Face'

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Daniel Dae Kim stars in David Henry Hwang's farcical play "Yellow Face," about an Asian American playwright who mistakenly casts a white actor in an Asian role in his own production. Kim and Hwang join us to discuss the production, which runs through November 24. *We stated in this interview that Richard Price was cast in "Miss Saigon." The actor w…

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A Reluctant Father Becomes a Single Dad

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Author Charles Bock didn't have being a father on his list of high priorities. But when his wife dies of cancer, leaving him a single father to a three-year-old daughter, he realizes it's time to step up. He recounts his experience with single fatherhood in the new memoir, I Will Do Better: A Father’s Memoir of Heartbreak, Parenting, and Love. We d…

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Didn’t See It Coming

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Meg Wolitzer presents two stories with surprises the characters didn’t anticipate. A smart Mom defies expectations in “Agouti,” by Brenda Williams, performed by Laurine Towler. And a smart house has unexpected features in a classic by sci-fi master Ray Bradbury.Stephen Colbert reads “The Veldt.”

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The Moth Radio Hour: Autonomy

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In this hour, stories of self-reliance and autonomy. What's in a name, the ties that bind us, and a life-altering diagnosis. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Shaylan Clark grows up in Harlan County, where every family ha…

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September 27, 2024: Morning Headlines

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Get up and get informed! Here's all the local news you need to start your day: New York City Mayor Eric Adams is set to appear before a federal judge at noon this Friday for his arraignment on charges including fraud, bribery, and solicitation of contributions by a foreign national. Meanwhile, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy's administration has ap…

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The Moth Podcast: Kansas City

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On this episode, to celebrate our inaugural Kansas City StorySLAMs, we're featuring two stories from KC. If hearing the energy of the crowd (take it from everyone who was there, the show was super fun!) has got you hankering to attend a Kansas City StorySLAM, just go to themoth.org/kansascity for tickets and dates. And if you want to attend a Story…

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A Full Plate

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Meg Wolitzer presents two favorite Selected Shorts works in which food and nourishment figure both literally and symbolically. The narrator of Haruki Murakami’s “The Year of Spaghetti” seems to be just sharing pasta recipes, but it’s the recipe for assuaging loneliness that may elude him. The reader is Sopranos alum Michael Imperioli. And unusual f…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Rooted in the Past

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In this hour, stories of the past echoing into our present. A history lost to slavery, modern life clashing with religion, going from a party lifestyle to a corporate gig, and using memories of an injury to help others. This hour is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlanti…

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The Stand-Ins

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Meg Wolitzerpresents a show of stories about replacements and stand-ins. While we tend to crave the original, sometimes a substitute can bring more happiness than the “real” thing. In Steve Almond’s “A Happy Dream,” read by Phil LaMarr, a young man assumes a new identity in pursuit of love. In “A Brief Note on the Translation of Winter Women, Writt…

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The Moth Radio Hour: The Gatherings

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Gather 'round for an episode of The Moth Radio Hour with stories of coming together - in sadness, in celebration, in faith and in the nude. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Kate Tellers. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Bonnie Levison takes a risk and stands tall … and…

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The Moth Podcast: A Story Laboratory

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In this episode, we're featuring two stories from young people that were developed as part of The Moth Story Lab. If you're interested in participating, or know of a young person who might be, just go to themoth.org/education for more information. Host: Ana Stern Storytellers: Aravah Chaiken learns a lesson about math and life. Iris Hernandez takes…

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'Girls Will Be Girls,' a Coming-of-Age Story in India

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"Girls Will Be Girls" is a new movie opening tomorrow at Film Forum, and tells the story of Mira (Preeti Panigrahi), a 16 year old girl coming of age at an Indian boarding school and pursuing a romantic relationship while also trying to maintain the approval of her mother. Director Shuchi Talati discusses her debut feature film alongside Panigrahi.…

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Unexpected Guests

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short_stories, short_fiction, symphony_space, books, life, meg wolitzer, Carlos Greaves, Santina Fontana, Dylan Marron, Sarah Messanotte, Willa Cather, Patricia Clarkson, humor, cartoons, family

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The Moth Radio Hour: The Games We Play

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In this hour: win, lose or draw! Stories of competition and play. Family pranks, high school Latin, college track, and the need for approval. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Joey Garfield is invited to play wi…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Live from Anchorage

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This week, a special episode of The Moth Radio Hour—featuring a live Mainstage show from Anchorage, Alaska. Family ties, king salmon, and cheese. Hosted by Jacoby Cochran with additional hosting by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: For t…

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The Moth Podcast: We're Going To Disney World!

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In honor of summer vacation, this episode we’re heeding the advice of innumerable super bowl winners and taking a trip to Disney World, with three stories all about the magic kingdom, and the complex emotions that arise when we visit a place of fantasy and forced wonder. Host: Kate Tellers Storytellers: Sara Rae Lancaster’s grandfather takes one la…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Put to the Test

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In this hour, stories of testing one's own limitations and discovering new wells of strength and resolve. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Living on the 44th floor, Lucy Danser has to face her fear of elevators. Albert Fox C…

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Tested (Ep 2): Questions of a Physical Nature

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We go back almost 100 years, to the beginning of women's inclusion in elite sports. It turns out that men had an odd variety of concerns about women athletes. Some doubted these athletes were even women at all. And their skepticism resulted in the first policies requiring sex testing. Tested is a six-part series, you can binge all the episodes now …

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Tested (Ep 1): The Choice

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New from NPR's Embedded podcast and CBC in Canada: Would you alter your body for the chance to compete for a gold medal? That's the question facing a small group of elite athletes right now. Last year, track and field authorities announced new regulations that mean some women can't compete in the female category unless they lower their body's natur…

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The Moth Radio Hour: Cringeworthy

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The Germans have a word for second-hand embarrassment -- Fremdschämen! This hour may have you blushing on our storytellers' behalves. Wince-worthy moments from the halls of academia to a foreign train station, and a reminder to ALWAYS check who you're emailing before you hit "send." This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Mot…

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The Moth Podcast: Instrumental

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On this episode, we celebrate musicians with two stories about learning to play an instrument. Plus, we feature some music by Mazz Swift, recorded at a recent Moth Mainstage. Host: Michelle Jalowski Storytellers: Alistair Bane learns to play the guitar from a punk musician. Mari Black performs in a fiddle contest as a 6-year-old.…

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A Short Story Collection Focuses On the Impact of a Serial Killer

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The new short story collection Highway Thirteen focuses on how one serial killer changes the lives of so many different people, from the families of victims to podcast hosts investigating the crimes, to actors starring in a movie adaptation. Author Fiona McFarlane joins us to discuss. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.…

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Kiano Moju's Cookbook AfriCali: Recipes from My Jikoni

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In a new cookbook, food writer Kiano Moju fuses both Kenyan and Nigerian culinary traditions with Californian culture to create delicious, unique meals. She has recipes for Peri Peri Butter, Kijani Seafood Pilau, Berbere Braised Short Ribs and a Pili Pili Pineapple Margarita. Moju joins us to discuss her upbringing, love of cooking, and some of the…

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Nick Offerman and Helen Rebanks Reflect on Farm Life

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[REBROADCAST FROM May 16, 2024] Helen Rebanks' new memoir, The Farmer's Wife, discusses modern day life on her farm in pastoral England. She shares the life with her husband, four children and animals. Her sustainable lifestyle has inspired many, including actor and comedian Nick Offerman, who has worked as a farmhand for her. Both join to discuss …

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The Moth Radio Hour: Not What They Seem

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In this hour, tales that remind us that looks can be deceiving. Disguises, surprises from strangers, and reckoning with one's own identity. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Jenifer Hixson. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media. Storytellers: Phill Branch designs his own suit for prom.Raab…

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A Sketch Artist's Account of the Courtroom

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A new memoir offers readers a front-row seat inside of America's most infamous trials featuring characters such as Donald Trump, Ghislaine Maxwell, Stormy Daniels, Steve Bannon, Tom Brady, Robert DeNiro, Bill Cosby, and Harvey Weinstein. Jane Rosenberg joins us to talk about her new book, Drawn Testimony: My Four Decades as a Courtroom Sketch Artis…

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Cartoonist and Animator Dash Shaw on His New Graphic Novel

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Cartoonist, animator, and author Dash Shaw joins us to discuss his new graphic novel, Blurry, which examines the small life choices that lead to bigger life change. Plus, we discuss his film "Cryptozoo," which will be screening at Roxy Cinema on Sunday at 7 pm. *This segment is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar…

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Episode 30 - DC's The Golem (Part 2) 1:18:56

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Welcome to Funny; They Don’t Look Jewish, “Where Judaism appears in the panels.” Our purpose is to find characters, stories and issues of comics that explore explicitly Jewish content. In this episode Brandon and Henry wrap of their coverage of DC's The Golem! Comics and TV covered in this episode: Swamp Thing (Vol. 2) #153, Apr 1995 “River Run, Ch…

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Episode 29 - DC's The Golem (Part 1) 1:24:09

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Welcome to Funny; They Don’t Look Jewish, “Where Judaism appears in the panels.” Our purpose is to find characters, stories and issues of comics that explore explicitly Jewish content. In this episode Brandon and Henry move over to the "Distinguished Competition" of Marvel and cover DC Comics' The Golem! Comics covered in this episode: Recap of Gol…

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Episode 28 - Marvel's The Golem (Part 2)' 1:22:31

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Brandon and Henry continue the coverage of the various Golems in Marvel Comics! Comics (and more) covered: Invaders #13, Nov 1976 “The Golem Walks Again” Written by Roy Thomas and Ed Summer Penciled by Frank Robbins Inked by Frank Springer Colored by George Roussos Lettered by John Costanza Edited by Roy Thomas Invaders (Vol. 2) #2, Apr 1993 “Havoc…

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Episode 27 - Marvel's The Golem (Part 1) 1:12:16

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3 Golems for the price of one! Henry and Brandon do a deep dive into Marvel's The Golem across time! Comics covered: The Incredible Hulk #134, Sep 1970 “Among Us Walks… the Golem” Written by Roy Thomas Penciled by Herb Trimpe Inked by Sal Buscema Lettered by Artie Simek Edited by Stan Lee Strange Tales #174, Mar 1974 “There Walks the Golem!” Writte…

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Episode 26 - A Very Jewish New Year 1:01:34

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Surprise! Brandon & Henry return, unannounced, for this "emergency pod" as they discover a NEW Jewish Moon Knight story! Keep listening for appearances by Kitty Pryde and The Thing! All of our favorites in one episode! Comics covered: Vengeance of the Moon Knight #1 “Reese” Written by Jed MacKay Penciled by Alessandro Cappuccio Colored by Rachelle …

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Paul Kupperberg Interview 41:06

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This was a big one! This summer we had the privilege and honor of speaking with DC Comics legend, Paul Kupperberg. Paul was kind enough to speak to us about Episode 23 - Metropolis Mishpacha, where we covered Supergirl and her landlady Ida Berkowitz! Paul of course was the author of these stories. We talk about religion in comics, Jewish representa…

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Episode 25 - Seraph - Part 2 57:21

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Welcome to Funny; They Don’t Look Jewish, “Where Judaism appears in the panels.” Our purpose is to find characters, stories and issues of comics that explore explicitly Jewish content. Brandon and Henry are back to finish the deep dive in our newest favorite Jewish super-hero, SERAPH! Comics covered: Super Friends #41, December 1980 "Dry Earth… Sto…

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Episode 24 - Seraph - Part 1 55:27

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Welcome to Funny; They Don’t Look Jewish, “Where Judaism appears in the panels.” Our purpose is to find characters, stories and issues of comics that explore explicitly Jewish content. This time we're covering DC's Global Guardian, the Israeli SERAPH! Brandon and Henry take a look at several issues of DC's Super Friends, including arguably the most…

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The Adventures of Mark Twain 40:09

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19th-century American author Mark Twain transformed literature. Through his enduring characters Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, he portrayed life as an adventure, challenging social norms with courage, resourcefulness, friendship, and independence.

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Would Your Heroes Admire You? 42:32

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American cartoonist Bosch Fawstin has risked his life to promote freedom of speech. Not only was he inspired by heroes throughout his life, but he created his own superhero, Pigman. In this episode, he poses the question, “Would your heroes admire you?” 💻 ALSO CHECK OUT Table for One by Bosch Fawstin https://www.amazon.com/Table-One-Bosch-Fawstin/d…

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Prince Henry Navigated the Unknown 45:53

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Explorers such as Columbus, da Gama, and Magellan stood on the shoulders of Prince Henry the Navigator. Henry’s vision launched the Age of Discovery, the period in which explorers vastly expanded knowledge of the Earth. While discovering new lands, Prince Henry also made Portugal a force in global trade, opening up routes that were previously block…

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Sidney Poitier: Minority of One | The Hero Show 51:45

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Actor, director, and writer Sidney Poitier pushed film boundaries. He chose moral character and individualism over accidental traits, such as race. In 1967 he portrayed a teacher, a doctor, and an investigator in the top three box office films.

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Neil Peart: Reason in Rock | The Hero Show 46:34

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In the rock music profession, where hedonism and compromise are rampant, the band Rush instead chose honesty and integrity. Drummer and lyricist Neil Peart was a voice of reason whose pride of purpose inspired millions of fans. Are you interested in learning about Ayn Rand's Objectivism? Check out our FREE ebook: 👉https://bit.ly/3eALZFD…

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Raquel Welch: Going Beyond the Cleavage | The Hero Show 33:37

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In the 1960s, Raquel Welch became a Hollywood bombshell. Over the next several decades, she succeeded on television, on Broadway, and as an entrepreneur. In her autobiography, Welch upholds dignity and respect, asking people to go "Beyond the Cleavage." Welch believed that women should be extraordinary and magnificent on and off screen. In 1981, sh…

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Viktor Frankl’s Search for Meaning in Life 36:40

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Imprisoned in the Auschwitz concentration camp, Viktor Frankl saw suffering and death all around him. Instead of giving up hope, he chose to stay alive by constantly searching for meaning in life through introspection. This quest for meaning became the title of the most famous of the thirty-nine books he wrote.…

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Charles M. Schwab: Master Motivator 39:54

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Charles Schwab led three gigantic enterprises: Carnegie Steel, U.S. Steel, and Bethlehem Steel. His benevolent personality attracted the most productive workers, whom he rewarded financially. He saw no clash between labor and management. Why did his staff feel a sense of pride under Schwab's leadership? In his words, "I consider my ability to arous…

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The Value of Aunt Jemima 38:29

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Born into slavery, Nancy Green used her cooking and storytelling talents to bring joy to millions of pancake and syrup consumers. Under the persona of Aunt Jemima, Green’s trustworthy face became the symbol of the brand for several decades.

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George Orwell Warned Against Totalitarianism 45:33

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From the Ministry of Truth punishing citizens for thought crimes to big brother watching your every move via technology, writer George Orwell warned against a totalitarian society that would rule every aspect of the individual’s life. Orwell’s novels Animal Farm and 1984 remain literary classics and are just as relevant today as when they were publ…

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James Clerk Maxwell Brought Light From Electricity, and Magnetism 23:31

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From the Ministry of Truth punishing citizens for thought crimes to big brother watching your every move via technology, writer George Orwell warned against a totalitarian society that would rule every aspect of the individual’s life. Orwell’s novels Animal Farm and 1984 remain literary classics and are just as relevant today as when they were publ…

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