Hindsight
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They're history’s most famous and infamous people. You’ve heard of them, but now it’s time you hear from them.
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7Albert Camus was a literary giant of the 20th century, known for his philosophy of absurdity in the human quest for the meaning of life. His personal life and North African roots helped shape his writing. In philosophy circles, many called him a prominent voice of existentialism, but Camus distanced himself from the movement. In hindsight, was he a brave man of unwavering principle or a man whose principles lacked adequate bravery.Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Asmahan was a rebel in a world of expectations. From a Druze Princess to exalted singer in 1930s and 40s Egypt – she lived in extremes and did exactly what she wanted. Asmahan also moonlighted as a messenger during the Second World War and when she was killed under mysterious circumstances, not even the benefit of hindsight would definitively clear things up. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
King Faisal I of Iraq was born in the age of the Ottoman Empire. A key figure in the Arab revolt, his patience, curiosity and diplomacy endeared him to many, including the man who would come to be known as Lawrence of Arabia. But in hindsight, did Faisal drive Arab nationalism or simply ride its wave?Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Shajarat al Durr was born in the golden age of Islam. Despite her beginnings as a child slave, she went on to become the first woman to sit on the throne of Egypt since Cleopatra nearly 13-hundred years before. But in hindsight, Shajarat al Durr’s life is a Cinderella story without the fairy tale ending. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Saladin, one of the best known generals of the Middle Ages, led the Muslim military’s campaign during the Third Crusade. And won. In hindsight, he was renowned in both the Muslim and Christian worlds, he was a fierce protector of Islam who helped shape the modern Middle East. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Raya and Sakina endured the daily grind of poverty, personal tragedy and societal prejudice in early 20th century Egypt, only to be embroiled in a series of unspeakable crimes. Their names conjure up the same kind of horror and fascination in Egypt as Jack the Ripper in England, or Jeffrey Dahmer in the United States. But in hindsight, do the sisters deserve the same notoriety? Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Actor Charles Dance returns to narrate season 7 of Hindsight. Listen to hear the remarkable lives of some of the Arab world's greatest figures. From Saladin to Faisal I of Iraq and Asmahan to Albert Camus. And infamously, Egypt's most famous sister serial killers. Raya and Sakina begin series 7 of Hindsight on Wednesday, May 7th. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Instagram, X, Facebook and YouTubeSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
When Truganini died, she was mistakenly declared the last Tasmanian Aboriginal. Though some say she sold out her people, in hindsight, Truganini’s survival allowed future generations to learn about the near annihilation of the Aboriginal people of Tasmania. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Frida Kahlo was a master of self portraits. Her uncompromising oil paintings, always deeply personal, dealt with identity, the human body and death. It wasn’t until after her own death that she was regarded as a revolutionary artist. In hindsight, it’s easy to see how The Two Fridas can be reconciled into one extraordinary woman. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Eva Perón was a woman who beat the odds to become an inspiration to the people of Argentina. While powerful and popular, in hindsight, she was also complicated and controversial. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Madame Mao was one of the most powerful women in modern Chinese history. But she left behind a trail of many thousands of graves. As one of the Gang of Four, her violence and acts of revenge had no limits. In hindsight, her ruthlessness propelled her to power and downfall. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Amelia Earhart was a woman of many firsts. She broke aviation records and challenged conventions about what a woman should do. But critics also questioned whether she was even a good pilot. In hindsight, did her daring and desire for fame result in her demise? Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Winnie Mandela was hailed as an anti-apartheid hero and reviled as a corrupt child killer. In hindsight, can she be both? If she had never married Nelson Mandela would we even have heard of her? Yes, most likely. Listen to the first episode of season 6 where we dive into the lives of some of history's most notable women.Narrated by Charles Dance. Publishing biweekly. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Andrés Escobar was considered the gentleman of football for his clean, calm play on the pitch. But his life was cut short after a mistake at the 1994 World Cup. In hindsight, it was impossible to separate the footballer, and the sport, from the other Escobar in 1990s Colombia. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and FacebookSupport the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Brazil's Mané Garrincha was first written off after being born with bent legs. Against the odds, he went on to become one of the greatest dribblers in football. But in hindsight, Garrincha's ultimate undoing began when he was a boy. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Hungary's Ferenc Puskás is considered “football’s first international superstar.” There's even a trophy named after him for the player who scores the most 'aesthetically significant goal'. In hindsight, his journey from national hero to fugitive and hero again was already written.Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
England's Lily Parr became famous during the brief, golden period of women’s football in the 1920s. A time when society had a hard time accepting that the sport was suitable for women. But Parr was formidable and in hindsight, the chain-smoking footballer was very much ahead of her time. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Lev Yashin was a Soviet-era legend, considered by many to be the best goalkeeper in the game. Scoring on Yashin was considered a career achievement and with a nickname like the Black Spider, you'll find out why. In hindsight however, although he was adored, Yashin wasn't spared a violent backlash by his fans.Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Diego Armando Maradona is often described as having been touched by the divine. But in hindsight, the man was no saint. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
Rosa Parks is known to most as the woman who took a stand by sitting down. In the collective memory, her legacy is confined to that one day, but in hindsight, refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus was neither her first nor her last fight for social justice. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/
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Great podacst, i truly enjoyed listening to this<3 but i've heard things before that i really wanna say. as far as i know, Catherine (and her lover) had Tsar Peter III, taken into custody (with the help of part of the army, the troops of the guards regiments ofc) after his attempt seize power. he very mysteriously died shortly after (very poignant🧐) and also, she used to call him "child husband" which i cannot deny (dude he was playing on his marringe night. even though ik he was only 17) but the thing that's clear was she wanted the change !
it's interesting yet scary how many similar ideas the dictators of different times and areas share with each other. it's a lesson to learn, in order to prevent such a miserable destiny from happening. 🙏
interesting 👌👌 but how could we have the full transcription ? would you please release it on your site or somewhere?
Quite necessary for his fans and all who adores him👏👌
could you please publish the transcript of episodes?
I love this episode. 🥰
So inspiring and sad for sure
Bravo! that's awesome 👏👏
wonderful podcast! keep it up!
this is one of the best podcasts ever I really enjoyed it can't wait to hear the new episodes.