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In his previous book, Thomas Frank explained why working America votes for politicians who reserve their favors for the rich. Now, in The Wrecking Crew, Frank examines the Washington those politicians have given us, showing why, no matter what happens in November 2008, we're stuck with it for the foreseeable future.

In Wind in the Willows, a collection of enchanting sketches from 1899, the author shares the myriad ways the sea has communicated with him throughout his lifelong journey. With a deft hand, he captures the mesmerizing tales of whales, sharks, and other deep-sea creatures, inviting shore-dwellers to experience the oceans wonders. These vivid Idylls, as he calls them, are some of the most striking depictions of the sea ever penned. Only a true sailor, who has navigated its vastness and mysteries, can truly appreciate its charms. Bullens writing, rich in scientific insight yet imbued with a sense...

Frank Thomas Bullen (April 5 1857 - March 1 1915), British author and novelist, was born of poor parents in Paddington, London, on 5 April 1857, and was educated for a few years at a dame school and Westbourne school, Paddington. In 1869 he went to sea and travelled to all parts of the world. OUR FIRST WHALE: Simultaneous ideas occurring to several people, or thought transference, whatever one likes to call the phenomenon, is too frequent an occurrence in most of our experience to occasion much surprise.

Don’t let the noise bury the lead. Join our round table discussion each and every week as kglobal brings you one smart take on a major communications story from the week that was. We read between the lines so you don’t have to and unpack the strategy – or lack thereof – behind the news. Into Focus is produced by kglobal and hosted by kglobal Chief Creative Officer and resident podcaster Tom Frank. Listen to a new episode every week and check us out on Instagram and LinkedIn for smart takes in the world of consulting, creative, and communications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

What really goes on inside a college basketball program? The Juniata Men’s Basketball Show gives you an all-access pass. Hosted by lifelong friends Tom Frank, Drew “Biz” Besket, and Head Coach Greg Curley—a 23-year veteran with 300+ wins—the show pulls back the curtain on Juniata Men’s Basketball like never before. From locker-room leadership and player development to recruiting, alumni stories, and the day-to-day challenges of running a Division III program, nothing is off-limits. You’ll hear directly from players, parents, alumni, and a coach who’s seen it all—wins, losses,...

Thomas Frank and Martin Boehme discuss productivity, personal finance, their weird llama obsession, and other interesting things. New episodes every other week.

Hi, my name's Frank! I have always enjoyed talking to people. No matter if they're friends, family, or strangers. So I decided to start this, where I try and talk to a new person every week, no matter what they do. So why don't you stop by and listen in on the conversation?

Wenn Deutschlands berühmtester Tonmann Frank Tonmann mit 20 Euro und einer Packung Toffifee in der Hand einen Comedy-Podcast vorschlägt, dann sagt man nicht einfach so “Nein”. Aus diesem Grund sitzen seine zwei Kompagnons Thomas Martiens (Strippenzieher und Ganztagsgenie bei Florida TV) und Sebastian Graage (Lichtgestalt im Bereich Sehrgutsein) jede Woche mit ihm vor dem Mikrofon und versuchen herauszufinden, was er da eigentlich genau machen will. Während dieser Trial & Error-Sessions werden aus Versehen neue physikalische Theorien postuliert (“Alles ist Mayonnaise - oder auch nicht!...

Willkommen zu Deinem Podcast "Das Erwachen zu Unendlichkeit" mit Thomas Frank. In diesem Podcast möchte ich eine neue Perspektive anbieten, die Welt im Außen und in unserem Inneren zu sehen, wahrzunehmen und dadurch wieder zu Bewusstsein zu kommen. In meinen Augen leben wir Menschen permanent hypnotisiert von unseren eigenen Gedanken, Annahmen und Glaubenssätzen und haben uns so unbewusst zum Opfer unserer Umstände gemacht. Wir werden ein neues Licht auf diese alltäglichen Situationen werfen, und gleichzeitig ein metaphysisches Verständnis für die Evolution von Bewusstsein entdecken. ...

How would you like to travel along one of the oldest roads in the world? Take two minutes a day and join Eddie and Frank Thomas (authors of the award winning Natchez Trace: a Road Through the Wilderness) as they walk you along a 444 mile journey up the Natchez Trace Parkway. Inspire your weekdays, peek at the beauty of nature, and gather gems of insight as you come to treasure your journey along one of the oldest roads in the world: the Natchez Trace.

Tom is sick of it all - dead-end jobs, working for peanuts. He is going to leave it all behind. A year in the wilderness. The ultimate tale of survival and adventure. Tom must quickly learn to adapt to the unforgiving wilderness, using bushcraft skills. On the way, he soon finds out that the most harrowing danger comes from deep within his own mind. Tom fights the elements and long-forgotten memories as he tries to find meaning and redemption.

This is volume one of Guts, Grit, and the Grind, a book series akin to a Chicken Soup for the Man’s Soul. Here you will find stories of mental health challenges of men, written by men, for men in similar circumstances - inspiring stories of resilience, recovery, and transformation. The resource is also a workbook, similar to an automobile owners manual, using car metaphors many men can relate to like "preventative maintenance", "troubleshooting", and "check engine".

"So Much for the Many-Worlds Interpretation": Meet Nigel, a man down on his luck who devises a plan to change his future, with the help of an unexpected ally. Is this reality really all that it seems? "WalE-Mart": What happens when you discover one of your coworkers isn't all flesh and bone? "Thank Flazh": A journey through post-apocalyptic earth with the help of your trusted bio-upgrade, the infallible C7X.

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Spannende Geschichten, klare Meinungen und pure Leidenschaft für den Fußball. In „Glanzparade – die Show mit Buschmann, Fuss und Wagner“ diskutieren drei der bekanntesten Stimmen der deutschen Sportberichterstattung über die heißesten Themen des nationalen und internationalen Fußballs. Frank Buschmann, Wolff Fuss und Thomas Wagner blicken mit Erfahrung, Haltung und Humor auf alles, was den Fußball bewegt – auf und neben dem Rasen: große Spiele, brisante Entscheidungen, Spieler‑ und Trainerdebatten, Fußballkultur, Emotionen und die Geschichten hinter den Schlagzeilen. 🎙️ ...

Tödlicher Knoblauch - 28 skurrile Kürzestgeschichten. Die Printausgabe des vorliegenden Hörbuchs erschien im August 2025 unter dem Titel "Tödlicher Knoblauch" als Nr. 91 in der Reihe "Phantastische Miniaturen" in der Phantastischen Bibliothek Wetzlar.

Sechs geklonten Wissenschaftlern ist es gelungen, an Bord eines Raumschiffs eine künstliche Intelligenz zu erzeugen. Diese KI, ausgestattet mit gottgleichen Fähigkeiten, hat das Schiff und die Kolonisten darin sicher zum Planeten Pandora gebracht. Doch Pandora ist alles andere als ein Paradies: die Atmosphäre ist giftig, die Lebewesen tödlich – und inmitten all dieser Gefahren scheint die Schiffs-KI den Verstand verloren zu haben und wendet sich jetzt gegen die Siedler.

Welcome to "Unglossy," the podcast that goes beyond the polished exterior of brands to uncover the raw, authentic stories that define them. In a world where images are carefully curated and narratives meticulously crafted, join us as we strip away the gloss and take a closer look at the raw and authentic stories that shape the essence of each brand. Our conversations with industry insiders, brand experts, and thought leaders expose the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected turns that have molded their brand identity.Join me, Tom Frank, partner and chief creative officer with Merrick Creative, a...

This collection of narratives, all told by people who were actually part of the American Civil War, was first published in 1885 and was received very well by the public, who caused it to have a further five reprints during the next few years. You'll hear about a number of famous escapades that took place during the Civil War, from a civilian with Unionist sympathies but living in the South, through to the unparalleled locomotive chase that inspired Buster Keaton's all time classic silent movie The General.

Du willst sowohl körperlich, als auch geistig auf höchstem Level unterwegs sein - Leistungsfähigkeit, Lebensqualität und Gesundheit - bis ins hohe Alter? Dann bist du hier richtig! Denn: Bei den Themen Fitness, Sport, Ernährung und Gesundheit ist die Informationsflut heute unglaublich groß - es gibt unterschiedlichste und vor allem widersprüchliche Informationen in nahezu allen Varianten. Aber wonach kann man sich denn nun richten? Mit "Training on highest level" vermitteln wir pragmatisch Wissen, analysieren, stellen kritische Fragen und zeigen euch aus unabhängiger Expertensicht, wie...