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The Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic
Louis Markos
This series will guide its listeners on an exciting, 1200-year journey from Rome's mythical beginnings to the birth of the Roman Empire. Along the way, we will consider the legendary tales of Aeneas, Dido, and Romulus, the seven kings of the Roman Monarchy, the founding and growth of the Roman Republic, the bloody Punic Wars that pit Rome against Carthage, the equally bloody period of Civil Wars that almost tore Rome apart, the power struggles of Julius Caesar, Pompey, Cleopatra, and Marc Antony, and the rise to power of the young Caesar Augustus, who would become Rome's first emperor and...
The Kings and Queens of England: From the Norman Conquest to the Present Day
Ross Maynard
The history of the Kings and Queens of England is the history of England. The plans and policies of the monarch and his or her enemies have shaped the history of England for a 1,000 years. And it is a turbulent history: plots and rivalries; wars and invasion; religious divides; and even civil war. This course will give you the chronology of the Kings and Queens of England from the Norman Conquest to the present day, and it will explore the main historical events in each reign. And if you want to memorise the kings and queens of England in order, and understand their role in history, then...
Why Read Genesis
Robert Garland
Genesis is one of the most original and influential books ever written. As well as being the first book of the Hebrew Bible, Genesis has had a profound impact on both Christianity and Islam. Its depiction of the Creator as an entity who learns by trial and error is both original and bold. Rarely has humanity's struggle to comprehend the mystery of existence been more effectively and provocatively explored. Genesis is also a rattling good narrative. It contains some of the most memorable scenes in western literature. At its heart lies the struggle of the Jewish people to establish their...
Brain Science for Non-Scientists
Wilf Nelson
This is a course that talks about Psychology and Neuroscience as they really work but assumes you have never touched a science textbook and want to be able to understand the news like an expert. By the end of the course, you will find out how to understand brain sciences in the media and what neuroscience can and can't do.
Anime and Manga Appreciation
Manuela Alejandra Buccé Higuerey
In this course, we are going to get into the fascinating world of anime and manga! I will be introducing you to anime and manga, it's Japanese connection, and more than anything, I will be sharing different categories of anime and manga with you in the form of reviews. By the end of this course, you are gonna know a lot about some fascinating stories, including plot (no spoilers), characters, creators, design, and music. Let's enjoy this together!
Mastering the Brain
Patrick Quinn
Arguably the most intricate organ in our entire body, the human brain shapes our reality and life on this Earth every single day. But what exactly is the brain? And how can we better take care of this mysterious creature? This course will teach you the basic neuroscience behind the human brain, the essence of sleep, and what concrete actions each of us can take to improve the quality of our life and our own brain health. If you're ready to take your brain to a whole new level of functioning, understanding, and well-being, then this course is for you. Welcome to your new best friend – your...
Stoicism: An Ancient Philosophy and Modern Practice
Logan Egleston
This course intends to use the principles of Stoicism I have studied over the years to help better the lives of everyday individuals. Stoicism is a practical belief system, yet it sometimes can be abstract like many other philosophies, so this course will bring these over-the-head ideas down to Earth to help people improve their lives.
Quantum Computing for Everyone
Barry Luijbregts
In this course, I'll explain – in plain English – what quantum computing is, how it works and why you should care. If you ever wanted to know what quantum computing is and how it works, without needing to be a quantum physicist, this course is for you. Quantum computing is a very exciting, new field of technology. It seems like science fiction, but it isn't, and it will revolutionize many industries.
The Path from Farm to Fork
Brendan Black
The origin of our food is an important topic to be aware of. This is our food after all. However, many individuals are unaware of the several steps in the chain that gets food to their plate. This course focuses on each step of the process from farm to fork.
Human Trafficking 101
Celia Williamson, PhD
This lesson provides an overview of human trafficking around the world with an emphasis on human trafficking in the U.S. Listeners will learn what human trafficking is, how it happens, where it happens, who is involved, and what the average citizen or professional can do to stop human trafficking.