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American Heroes on the Homefront gives a unique perspective on the situation our nation faces and the qualities of those who protect us, as well as the true impact of their sacrifices on their families and loved ones.

Heartbeat of the City is a West Queen West Podcast hosted by Karin Coulter and starring the executive director of West Queen West, Rob Sysak. Voted the second most electric neighborhood in the world, we will dive into businesses, people, nightlife and other elements that make it special. Episodes drop on the 17th of each month. Episode Title: Pilot, featuring Trinity Market Chef and Owner Matt Pettitwww.westqueenwest.caInstagram: @west_queen_westFacebook: West_Queen_West#heartbeatofthecity#westqueenwest#Ascentcanwww.theascentcanada.com

The African Congress called him "South Africa's best known and loved hero", a man whose vision was plain, clear and simple: to bring about the abolition of apartheid. He is Nelson Mandela - known affectionately and respectfully during his life by his clan name, Madiba - one of the most remarkable and significant global figures of the past century. This publication tells the story of the man who changed the course of a nation's history.

All over the world, strange yet TRUE cannibal attacks have been occurring all whilst Zombies, Werewolves and Vampires are more popular than ever. The "End Times" are truly here according to experts. What if you found out these cannibal attacks and prophecy panics happened before? And you were somehow connected to them? That's what happened to Nathan Carlson, an Ethno Historian who did an interview in a newspaper about the historical legend of "Wendigo," a Native Canadian belief about a monster that can possess people and turn them into murderous cannibals.

The center of political and commercial interaction in the Ancient Greek polis was the agora. The word essentially means a gathering place or an open space, and in all Greek city states, the agora was central to all aspects of daily life and commerce.

When I began writing this book, it was my intent to focus on the military men and women of our country. They are definitely heroes to all of us. In gathering stories, I found there are many ordinary people that are also heroes. This inspired me to expand my vision to include short stories from people of all ages and walks of life who have made a difference. This is the first book, and it starts a series of "Chit Chat Café" worldwide short stories.

Did you know that flamingo tongues were considered a delicacy in ancient Egypt? Did you know that a U.S. astronaut was reprimanded for sneaking a corned-beef sandwich onto a Space Shuttle flight? Did you know that St. Louis was the first U.S. city to host the Olympic Games? Fun Knowledge: 1100 Interesting and Fun Facts is packed with fascinating facts and trivia about the world around you. It's loaded with a treasure trove of interesting information that will capture your attention and keep you resisting to pause for more!

Get ready to hit the rewind button on the fascinating world of healthcare with "Rewind Please!" The podcast that takes you on an adrenaline-fueled journey through the life of a medical assistant with your host Fearless Heart. Looking to help support the show,  go ahead and BUY A CUP OF COFFEE! Click the link----> https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rewindplease 

Of all the great cities in the world, few personify their country like New York City. As America's largest city and best known immigration gateway into the country, NYC represents the beauty, diversity and sheer strength of the United States, a global financial center that has enticed people chasing the "American Dream" for centuries. America's prototypical metropolis was once a serene landscape in which Native American tribes farmed and fished, but when European settlers arrived its location on the Eastern seaboard sparked a rapid transformation.

Akara Heart and award-winning animal author David Alderton in conversation. If you are interested in sponsoring or advertising in further episodes of the series, please get in touch via animalenquiries@gmail.com

When people think of trains, many conjure up visions of Amtrak, with dining cars and sleeper cars. Some think of the song "The Train They Call the City of New Orleans". Plenty remember counting railcars as children, and some probably still do that as the cars clickety-clack past a railroad crossing with its flashing red lights, all along pondering what might be in those massive teetering railcars as they snake slowly through the city or across the wide-open prairie on slivers of steel.

The Seven Hills of Rome: The History and Legacy of the Hills That Form the Heart of the Eternal City takes a trek around each and every one of the famous hills, and illustrates how the different events that transpired on each mound have contributed to the shaping of Roman history. You will learn about the Seven Hills of Rome like never before.

Adventures in Colonial America is a 13-part series focusing on the history of each of the original 13 American colonies from their founding, through expansion, the American Revolution and ultimately the ratification of the U.S. Constitution.