Arts Podcasts
Librivox: Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds by Mackay, CharlesJoin Now to Follow
The book chronicles and vilifies its targets in three parts: "National Delusions", "Peculiar Follies", and "Philosophical Delusions". The subjects of Mackay's debunking include alchemy, beards (influence of politics and religion on), witch-hunts, crusades and duels. Present day writers on economics, such as Andrew Tobias, laud the three chapters on economic bubbles. (summary from wikipedia)
By LibriVox
Librivox: Pirates of Panama by Exquemelin, AlexandreJoin Now to Follow
This volume was originally written in Dutch by John Esquemeling, and first published in Amsterdam in 1678 under the title of De Americaeneche Zee Roovers. It immediately became very popular and this first hand history of the Buccaneers of America was soon translated into the principal European languages. The first English edition was printed in 1684. Esquemeling served the Buccaneers in the capacity of barber-surgeon, and was present at all their exploits. Little did he suspect that his first hand observations would some day be cherished as the only authentic and true history of the Buccaneers and Marooners of the Spanish Main. From time to time new editions of this work have been published, but in many cases much new material, not always authentic, has been added and the result has been to mar the original narrative as set forth by Esquemeling. In arranging this edition, the original English text only has been used, and but few changes made by cutting out the long and tedious description of plant and animal life of the West Indies of which Esquemeling had only a smattering of truth. But, the history of Captain Morgan and his fellow buccaneers is here printed almost identical with the original English translation, and we believe it is the first time this history has been published in a suitable form for the juvenile reader with no loss of interest to the adult. (Summary excerpted from the Introduction)
By LibriVox
The Writer's AlmanacJoin Now to Follow
<p>The Writer's Almanac is a daily podcast of poetry and historical interest pieces, usually of literary significance, hosted by Garrison Keillor.</p>
By Garrison Keillor
Pure ImaginationJoin Now to Follow
Pure Imagination is a radio drama broadcast on 90.5 WVUM Miami, Florida featuring darkly comic short stories and improvised skits set to hypnotic music by local composers. After a one year hiatus Pure Imagination returns to WVUM on Oct. 21, 2007, airing Sundays at 6:15 PM ET, with a brand new season chronicling spiritual void filling oscillating toothbrushes, vending machines that only dispense root beer to the pure of heart, and the loneliness of the octagonal pizza deliveryman.
By Matt Gajewski
ATW - Working In The TheatreJoin Now to Follow
For more than 30 years the American Theatre Wing has been bringing together performers, directors, playwrights, designers, choreographers, producers and behind-the-scenes personnel from the American and international theatre, the seminars offer a rare opportunity for students and audiences to see the people who create theatre engaged in thoughtful conversation with one another. With more than 600 past guests, the seminars have become an unequalled archive of theatrical talk, a chance to hear from the people behind the characters, stories and productions that draw us to the theatre.
By American Theatre Wing and CUNY
Librivox: Chessmen of Mars, The by Burroughs, Edgar RiceJoin Now to Follow
The Chessmen of Mars is a science fiction novel by the mental sword and physical pen wielding author Edgar Rice Burroughs. It the fifth installment of his Barsoom series. The Chessmen of Mars is a tale of wonder and excellence that follows John Carter and Dejah Thoris, along with their daughter Tara, princess of Helium, as she is sought after by Gahan, Jed of Gathol. Adventure and perile ensue as the story unfolds. Note: The Prelude and Chapter 1 are read by two different readers. Variety is the spice of life. (Summary by tubeyes)
By LibriVox
The 10 Minute Jazz Lesson PodcastJoin Now to Follow
Welcome to the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast! Our goal on the show is to give you a quality, concise jazz improvisation lesson each and every week. These podcasts will come complete with audio examples and downloadable PDF files to make sure you get the most out of every lesson. We want all of our listeners to become better improvisers and musicians and we can promise you by listening to the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast you will do just that. <br> Make sure you find our Facebook page as well by searching for '10 Minute Jazz Lesson.' We hope you will find our supportive community of like minded students helpful and inspiring! Need help on a concept? Post a video and ask for feedback! Want to ask a general question on a concept you're having trouble with? Post it on our wall and start a discussion with other students that might be having the same problems as you!<br> We want to be your one stop jazz education destination. Are you ready to improve one concept per week? Then join 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Nation and start improving your playing today!
By The 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast
1830 Magazine .com / Jose SantamariaJoin Now to Follow
BIENVENIDOS. 1830 Magazine una marca de APF Colombia creada en el 2006 viendo la necesidad de nuevos espacios de entretenimiento cultural, rompiendo con las barreras de la radio local, llegando a mas personas de habla hispana, aqui encontraras un nuevo mundo que te vas a degustar de principio a fin, con la locucion e investigacion de Jose Santamaria su podcastiador latino, diariamente encontraras nuevos temas, que puedes descargar a tu iPod, o escucharlos en tu computadora. chaos….
By 1830 Magazine
Hermetic Astrology PodcastJoin Now to Follow
One of the top Astrology Podcasts for more than a decade, Hermetic Astrology Podcast features illuminating, inspirational and transformative correspondence between the primal powers of Above & Below...-more at www.DreamAstrologer.com
By Gary P Caton
