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Captain Tomba: A Dead Man Can't Be Sold Oct 21, 2026

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What does a man do when he’s already been fighting the slave trade for years and wakes up in its hold? Captain Tomba’s answer, and the woman who made it possible, is the story behind the 1721 revolt on the Robert.

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Her Majesty's Cartel Oct 07, 2026

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Uncover the staggering truth about Queen Victoria's opium trade, the largest drug operation in history, run in the open from the throne of the world's most powerful empire.

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September 11th Sep 09, 2024

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It's been over two decades since the September 11th, 2001 attacks. As the terrible events of that day fade into the distant past, the painful memories of survivors live on to remind us of heroism, loss, and mourning.

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Mansa Musa: Master of Gold Aug 28, 2024

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The title of history's wealthiest person isn't claimed easily. But in the 14th century, Mansa Musa wore that crown. As ruler of the Mali Empire, he controlled more gold than anyone in the world. And his 10,000-person pilgrimage to Mecca was about to put Mali on the map – and change the course of history, forever.

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Lynched: Ida B. Wells and the Truth That Shook America. Aug 21, 2024

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A black woman's pen ignites a firestorm, exposing the savage reality of racial terror in America. Ida B. Wells Barnett risks everything to unmask the lies behind lynching, facing death threats and destruction. Can her relentless pursuit of justice shatter a nation's darkest secret?"

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How the FBI Waged a Secret War on American Citizens Aug 14, 2024

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Uncover the chilling secrets of COINTELPRO, the FBI's covert operation to crush civil rights movements and silence dissent. Hear the gripping story of ordinary citizens who risked it all to expose this war on activism, challenging us to rethink the balance between national security and civil liberties.

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Jamestown: The Dark Origins of America’s Colonial Experiment Aug 07, 2024

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Uncover the shocking truth about America's first permanent English settlement. From cannibalism to the birth of institutional racism, this episode of Jamestown's dark history will challenge everything you thought you knew about the founding of the United States.

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Highlights of Humanity: Life's Trying to Kill You? Here's How to Thrive Anyway. Aug 05, 2024

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When life hits hard, hit back harder. This raw, unfiltered look at resilience will change how you face your darkest days. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and maybe even transformed as we explore the hidden power within your struggles.

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What Happened to America's Slave Graves? Jul 31, 2024

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Forgotten graves whisper secrets of America's shame. We dig deep into a history some would rather keep buried, exposing how the treatment of the dead reveals truths about the living. From slave graveyards to modern injustice, this journey will make you question everything you thought you knew about our nation's soul.

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Highlights of Humanity: The Earth Dancer's Manifesto Jul 29, 2024

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As billionaires race to colonize space, we've forgotten how to dance with our home planet. This episode challenges us to rediscover the power of wonder and connection right here on Earth.

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