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Lou Beckett is a playwright recognised for plays that often blend historical themes with contemporary relevance. Notable plays include ‘Bletchley Girls,’ which is based on the true story of women codebreakers during World War II. The stage play was adapted into a popular three-part audio play when the touring production was cancelled due to Covid. Lou’s play, ‘Rotten Luck’, was awarded an Arts Council grant following a competition that provided three plays with production funding. Beckett’s plays frequently explore themes of resilience and empowerment, as seen in ‘A Rose by Any ...

Remembering songs from the radio, from dance bands and music halls, from the popular films of the period, and from the ENSA tours that took British entertainers to the troops, this audiobook recaptures the spirit of the World War II years through the music and songs. It includes information about the legendary entertainers of the era, along with 23 full-length original recordings of the songs they made famous.

Fannie Lou Hamer: The Indomitable Voice of Civil Rights Fannie Lou Hamer, born Fannie Lou Townsend on October 6, 1917, in Montgomery County, Mississippi, emerged as one of the most powerful voices of the civil rights movement in the 1960s. Her life story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of grassroots activism. From her humble beginnings as a sharecropper to becoming a nationally recognized civil rights leader, Hamer's journey embodies the struggle for equality and justice in 20th century America. Early Life and Background Fannie Lou was the ...

After almost two decades of conducting a weekly scripture study and developing a companion radio show, Real Living, Mary Lou Nemecek and Lavinia Spirito challenges and encourages you to engage your everyday life with a Catholic mindfulness and awareness.

Monuments, statues, avenues et édifices : le patrimoine démocratique de l’histoire belge est inscrit dans son espace public. Kalvin Soiresse Njall, président du Parlement francophone bruxellois, nous emmène pour une balade sonore dans les rues de Bruxelles. A travers certains lieux emblématiques qui fondent notre état de droit, nous pourrons découvrir la capitale sous un autre regard, au fil de l'histoire de notre démocratie mais aussi sous le prisme des enjeux actuels. Une balade qui invite à découvrir, à réfléchir mais aussi à protéger notre démocratie.Pour chaque numéro...

Join me as I jump down the rabbit hole and learn forgotten history. The first series centers around Louisville KY and surrounding areas. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-burrow/support