Τα καλύτερα Promethean podcast (2025)

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Tut-al Killers pt. 2: Death and Treason 39:09

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Send us a text A peculiar crypt with the violently broken bones of the young God-King of Egypt, his widow's secret letter, and his enemies' poems all point to a strange conclusion: Tutankhamun, history's most famous Pharaoh was murdered in cold blood. Sources: Suppiluliuma statue: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/fe/Neo-Hittite_King…

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Tut-al Killers pt. 1: Kingdom of Ritual 57:43

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Send us a text This week we explore the life, reign, and death of Pharaoh Tutankhamun, the culture of New Kingdom Egypt, and lay the groundwork for a thrilling in investigation: was he murdered? Sources: Suppiluliuma statue: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/fe/Neo-Hittite_King_Suppiluliuma%2C_9th_century_AD%2C_found_at_the_site_of_K…

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Dunking on Hume 1:24:51

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Send us a text Today we brutally dissect the tenth section of David Hume's Magnum Opus "An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding", pertaining to the possibility of miracles. Join us as we compare a respected 18th-century philosopher to a cantankerous toddler, accusing him of contradiction, tautology and assorted nonsense. Support the show…

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Death of Caesar 1:15:26

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Send us a text The world changed forever on March 15th 44BC. Julius Caesar, the victorious general turned "democratic" dictator was brutally killed on the senate floor by 23 supposed allies, close friends, and even his son. Join us as we explore this event, its almost surreal prelude, and its thunderous consequences. Support the show…

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Antony: Caesar's Idiot 1:06:27

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Send us a text Mark Antony was history's best example of failing upwards. Join us as we explore how a mediocre general, incompetent statesman, and general nincompoop began his rise to ultimate power. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Himiko: Shaman Queen 1:09:46

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Send us a text No figure is more mysterious in Japanese history than the semi-mythical Witch Queen: Himiko. Join us as we uncover what little is known about her, analayse it and contetualise it within the broader japanese mytho-historical context. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Kristina: Killer Queen 52:56

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Send us a text A young brilliant woman ascends the throne of Sweden for a short, bright, polarising rule with an unexpected resolution. Join us as we explore this life, little known in the west with many a detour and joke along the way. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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The Questing Beast: Dramatizations of the Mind 45:30

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Send us a text In this episode , we unravel the myth of the questing beast, a medieval tale mystified by vivid imaginations and rumours of the time. And don't worry, Misha's narrative skills weave a story that will leave a very satisfying aftertaste, so do stick around to the end. Rather often in human history, reality lends itself to be supremely …

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Constructing Our Onion 1:12:56

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Send us a text This laid-back and retrospective episode, we sit down and discuss the show: how far we'd come, how it started, what we did along the way, what worked, what did not, and how we evolved over this year. Thank you for your support this whole time. We love you Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Magellan: Around the World in 800 Days 1:35:43

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Send us a text Circumnavigating the globe in 1519 was one of the most ambitious voyages ever conceived. Harried by deadly sees, strange natives, and a treacherous crew, this mission proved more dangerous than could ever be expected. Join us as we explore it's many twists and turns Sources: Information: Over the Edge of the World by Laurence Bergree…

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Gagarin: First Flight 1:14:07

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Send us a text On the 12th of April 1961 a short, bright-eyed troublemaker from the middle of nowhere became the first man to leave our shining little blue marble behind him, and venture into the great unknown. This is his story Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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What the Hell are Haikus? 1:00:33

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Send us a text An often misunderstood poetry form, Haikus can tell us a lot about Japanese culture, thought patterns, and even their wildlife. This episode, Bobby tries to explain to Misha their rich history, ephemeral characteristics, and why on earth he should care? So pour yourself a cup of green tea, lean back, close your eyes and enjoy the jou…

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On Lying 1:14:19

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Send us a text No doctrine has been taught more consistently throughout the history of philosophy than the general immorality of lying. Yet few doctrines have been as contentious as the specifics and boundaries of the previous proposition. Join us as we discuss everything from Santa Claus, to nazis at the door from the perspective of diverse philos…

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Caligula: Madman in Charge 56:38

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Send us a text A man went to war with the sea, built his horse a palace, and executed his biggest fans. Join us as we explore the terrifying, hilarious wackjob that is Emperor Caligula. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Governing the Globe 1:35:37

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Send us a text Could a single government ever control the world? Would we want that? What would it look like? Does it already exist under our eyes? All this and more in this week's episode of Promethean Onion with the incredible Misha and Bobby Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Murder at Spandau 57:11

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Send us a text Discover all the suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of mad nazi Rudolf Hess, and who might be behind it. Find out what drove Tchaikovski to write his most sorrowful pieces, which changed the musical landscape. All this and more in this episode of Tea and Biscuits Support the show…

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Anselm's Curse 1:36:58

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Send us a text Can the existence of God be proven from His definition? How would pizza disprove that conjecture? What approach did Descartes and Kant take to this conundrum? Join us this week as we tackle the ontological argument in all its infinite complexities Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Mad Rudolf Hess, Roman Triumphs, and Incan Mysteries 59:17

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Send us a text Why did Hitler's deputy steal his fighter jet? When did Roman Generals prance around with red face paint? How did a knot-based writing system conquer a continent? All this and more in this week's Tea and Biscuits, with a very special guest... Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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The Problem with the Problem of Evil 1:45:00

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Send us a text Would an all-good God wish to destroy all evil, and an all-powerful God achieve all that he wishes? This is the root of the most popular anti-theistical argument since the Renaissance. Today we discuss its history, assumptions, and flaws. Judge for yourself whether we chopped it down, or missed the forest for the trees. Support the s…

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T&B: Haitian Zombies and Austrian Horses 45:25

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Send us a text In tropical Haiti, the dead are buried in concrete vaults, while self-proclaimed zombies roam the streets. Meanwhile, noble Vienna is home to an opera-style stable showing off its signature horse breed, whose graceful demeanor conceals unique abilities. All this and more on this week's Tea & Biscuits. Support the show…

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T&B: Henry Ford massacre and Klansmen for Liberty 51:09

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Send us a text Was Pfizer's marketing designed to trick us? How did bananas rule South America? Which terrible event created the modern trade union? Sit back, relax, and listen in to tackle these fascinating questions. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Seize the Carp 1:34:39

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Send us a text Our friend and editor, Moon, joins us for the first time at the mic to discuss the messages and implications of "Dead Poets Society", an incredible coming of age drama with a dark twist. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Bloody but Unbowed 1:26:32

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Send us a text Invictus is the ragged shout of triumphant defiance from the wildly bearded lips of a flesh-and-blood Long John Silver amidst the barbaric ministrations of 19th century surgeons. Its deep messages and polarising lessons deserve to be examined with utmost thuroughness. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Tea and Biscuits:Togas and Top Hats 37:38

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Send us a text Can Jeans get you arrested? What secret feature is missing in modern shirts? How did the Kennedy assassination change fashion? Sit down, kick back and find out on this episode of Tea and Biscuits Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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I wanna Vacuum your Room 2:05:56

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Send us a text Can cars commit crimes? Should pigs be taught to vacuum? Can we desire what we wish to desire? Find out this, and much more in our deep dive into desire, and moral compatibilism (a theory seeking to unify determinism and free will.) Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Tea & Biscuits: Dune and Ivanhoe 40:36

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Send us a text Welcome back to the relaxed, informal cousin of Promethean Onion. Pour yourself a cup, get comfy, and find out how Walter Scott beat a dead horse back to life, what is the secret to Dune's haunting melodies, and which one of us has the better Scottish accent. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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The Devil wears Blue (part 2) 1:06:32

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Send us a text Back at it again with the second half of our International relations episode. This time, find out how Rome was more stable than the Soviet Union, whether facsists can be pacifists, and why the Netherlands are the worst! Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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The Devil wears Blue (part 1) 51:59

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Send us a text Our first episode with a guest on the show; meet our good friend Lili, whose formal education in International Relations will help us navigate the thorny topic (hopefully) without getting murdered. Are UN peacekeepers war criminals? Should there be a world state? Does international law really exist? Join us and find out. Support the …

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Rose Tea and Biscuits: Mythologies 53:44

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Send us a text In the first episode of this relaxed, off-the-cuff new series, we chat about mythologies. Why didn't vikings like mistletoe? Does Genesis really talk of creation? How did McArthur embarass the Japanese Emperor? Settle down, kick back, and find out. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Knight of Absurdity 1:55:00

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Send us a text Prepare to embark on a mind-bending exploration into the labyrinthine corridors of belief and faith. Delving deep into the realms of philosophy and literature, this episode navigates the intricate musings of existentialist Kierkegaard, the profound insights of Victor Frankl, and the whimsical wisdom of Terry Pratchett. Join us as we …

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Slaying the Lizard 1:21:48

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Send us a text In this emotional an eventful episode, we discuss pride, and its impact on the human mind. Literary allusions, personal anecdotes, and logical induction come together to weave a net in which such a turbid, multifaceted concept can be contained. To Oscar Wilde it was an elixir of courage, to C.S. Lewis, a lizard whispering lies. Join …

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The Right to Kill Enemies with a Rubber Duck 1:02:06

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Send us a text Is secession immoral? Is the Geneva convention a joke? Who should Crimea really belong to? In this episode, we are tackling the ethics of war, and it gets controversial! New into and outro by our editor, plugp (https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ViQwib5E4V2rD1HBDukp7). Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Tobermory 1:28:50

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Send us a text Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we explore the fundamental question of who deserves human rights and the criteria that underpin their allocation. Delving deeper into the realm of rights, we also examine the intriguing distinctions between human and animal rights, unraveling their unique implications and ethical considera…

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Free Will and Moral Relativism 1:18:08

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Send us a text Embark on a thought-provoking journey as we explore free will, computer consciousness, morality in a deterministic world, and the intricacies of moral relativism. Support the showΑπό τον Misha & Bobby

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Problems in Education 1:15:47

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My Joy Complete in You. 19:26

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What does it mean for Christ's joy to be in us and complete in us? Receiving joy as a gift and putting happiness second. No Greater Love Co- https://nogreaterloveco.godaddysites.com/Follow Us- https://www.instagram.com/nogreaterlovecoagape/Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeJ9pntYaGB8OzYiiM2I76w…

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60 Seconds that Will Change your Life. 9:45

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It's so discouraging to find oneself beaten at the first skirmish. (Josemaria Escriva, The Way)

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What it means to Have the Courage to Love. 33:58

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There are very few men who realize what God would make of them if they abandoned themselves entirely to His hands and let themselves be formed by His Grace” (St. Ignatius of Loyola).

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Is Your Love Short? Seven Elements to grow in Sanctity. 33:48

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“Do you really want to be a saint? Carry out the little duty of each moment: Do what you ought and put yourself into what you are doing"

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Being Present to the Present 37:30

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Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift of God which is why we call it the present.

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The Perfect Plans of God:Advent Readings and Reflection 9:30

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December 17th, 2021.

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Are you Offended? :Advent Scripture Readings and Reflection. 9:54

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December 15th, 2021. Reading I Is 45:6c-8, 18, 21c-25 Responsorial Psalm 85:9ab and 10, 11-12, 13-14 Gospel Lk 7:18b-23

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How do you see Christ? :Advent Readings and Reflections 9:41

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December 14th, 2021 Reading I Zep 3:1-2, 9-13 Responsorial Psalm 34:2-3, 6-7, 17-18, 19 and 23 Gospel Mt 21:28-32

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Humility, Humility, Humility: Advent Readings and Reflection 11:05

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December 13th, 2021 Reading I Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a Responsorial Psalm 25:4-5ab, 6 and 7bc, 8-9 Gospel Mt 21:23-27

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Part 4 — Hayek and Keynes: Two Peas in a Pod 20:12

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“Come One. Come All. It’s the ‘Thrilla in Manilla’. It’s the great Ali vs. Frazier rivalry. Get your tickets today!”This is how the imaginary rivalry between Friedrich Hayek and John Maynard Keynes has been popularized,—sort of as a Battle of the Titans, only now in the economic arena. But unlike the real Ali and Frazier, who bloodied each other un…

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Part 2 — The Road to Serfdom: Hayek—the Imperial Sophist 20:49

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The first thing to understand about the “Austrian School” is that it doesn’t exist. What Hayek, von Mises and others put forward is not Austrian at all; it is imperial British Economics, specifically the economics of the 19th century British Empire.Read along here, https://www.larouchepac.com/it_s_time_to_learn_real_american_economics_part_2…

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Part 3 — Hayek’s Constitution of Liberty: The Worship of Oligarchical Culture 24:49

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In this installment of the Hillsdale/Hayek series, my intention was to report on Hayek’s magnum opus, The Constitution of Liberty. I must begin, however, by claiming that I, Robert Ingraham, deserve some form of literary Purple Heart for having subjected myself to such a mind-damaging experience. The book is excruciatingly boring, shallow, and repe…

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Part 5 — The Anglo-Dutch Financial Empire 18:16

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In 1461, only nine years after the birth of Leonardo da Vinci, Louis XI ascended the throne of France, this at a time when the radiance of the Italian Renaissance was approaching its zenith. The reign of Louis coincided with—and was a lawful product of—that Renaissance. This was the beginning of the modern sovereign nation state and the beginning o…

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Part 7 — Abraham Lincoln Conquers Inflation 20:08

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If we look at the empty plots of land where our manufacturing once thrived; if we look at the poverty and anarchy in our cities; if we look at the material and spiritual devastation throughout the “opioid belt;” if we look at the lack of opportunities and inspiration for our upcoming generation of young adults;—if we take in the full sweep of all o…

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Part 6 — American Economics 19:01

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The ideas which created the American Republic do not come down to us from John Locke or other oligarchical spokesmen of the British Empire. If you wish to understand the truth about America, study instead the sermons of John Robinson of the Plymouth Church; or the writings of Cotton Mather; or Benjamin Franklin’s lifelong pursuit of scientific inve…

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