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Listen to a selection of 9 fascinating stories written by listeners, one of which will win the competition which I launched earlier this year. Finally, the wait is over and the creepy story competition episode is here. I had to work very hard to narrow down the entries from 74 to ...  Afficher plus

This episode is a celebration of a living-legend of British life & culture - Sir David Attenborough, who is best known for making documentaries on the BBC about the natural world. Listen as I give an overview of his life and career, explain why he is so loved by people, share ane ...  Afficher plus

The Beatles, beloved by the world and quite possibly the greatest band of all time, had a break-up that left fans reeling for years. So, what went wrong? Jared analyzes the “Get Back” sessions, glories in the creativity and genius therein, and shares his take on who was really re ...  Afficher plus

The Beatles degree dives into the band's shifting perceptions over more than half a century, and how it's affected other sectors such as tourism. Holly Tessler, the professor who founded the program, joined The World's host Marco Werman to explain more about what the degree entai ...  Afficher plus

As one of the biggest musical acts in human history, the Beatles didn't just fundamentally change the course of music -- they also affected society at large in numerous ways, evolving beyond musicians to larger-than-life icons in the public eye. And, over the decades, they've als ...  Afficher plus

Step into the Timeless Wisdom of The Beatles! Explore the Profound Life Philosophy of the Legendary Band Members George Harrison (1943-2001), John Lennon (1940 - 1980), Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney.“A genius is a form of madness, and we’re all that way, you know.” - John Lennon ...  Afficher plus