Hegra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was the principal southern city of the Nabataean kingdom, famed for its spectacular monumental tombs. Although Hegra is lesser known to the general public, it’s an important place to understand this highly advanced Nabataean society.
"Not So Fast, My Friend: A Lee Corso Special" pays tribute to Lee Corso, a beloved figure in college football. For over 75 years, Corso has been a prominent voice in the sport, known for his insightful commentary and entertaining persona. The show takes a deep dive into Corso's remarkable career, showcasing his journey from a young coach to a television icon. Fans will see memorable moments from his time on College GameDay, including his unique headgear picks and heartfelt stories from former colleagues, players, and coaches who have been influenced by Corso's passion for college football.
In the 1950s, Havana shines as a vibrant metropolis—alive with music, casinos, and cabarets. However, beneath the allure lies a city controlled by the American mafia, where luxury contrasts sharply with the poverty endured by most Cubans. U.S. tourists escape Prohibition and moral restrictions back home. Icons like Ernest Hemingway, Frank Sinatra, and Ava Gardner revel in the city’s rhythms, frequenting hotspots like the Hotel Nacional and the Tropicana nightclub. Yet beneath the surface, corruption and oppression grip Cuba. Dictator Fulgencio Batista secretly partners with the mafia to build a “Las Vegas in the Caribbean” fueling unrest as the Cuban people suffer. This tension paves the way for Fidel Castro and his revolutionaries, who, on January 8, 1959, triumphantly enter Havana and end U.S. dominance on the island.
In 2017, five great whites washed up dead on the beaches in South Africa. Shark Expert Alison Towner believes they were eaten alive. She teams up with Chris Fallows and Andy Casagrande to find out who killed them and how to save the species in the future.
animal. unmasks a century-long conspiracy of political, economic, and religious forces that have twisted our natural bond with meat-enslaving us to ill health and Big Pharma dependency. Through bold interviews, historical revelations, and groundbreaking science, it shatters nutritional myths and dares us to reclaim the ancestral diet that fueled our evolution.
This episode uncovers the gaps in history education and highlights the overlooked contributions of Black and Brown communities, urging a more inclusive and accurate curriculum.
A reflection on the exile of an entire intellectual, scientific and academic elite that was forced to flee Argentina due to the political violence of the sixties and seventies.