Award-winning public historian, author and broadcaster, Clare Mulley, tells us about the biographies she has written about three brave and fascinating women of the second world war, and Brazilian born Renata Drumond is an architect and founder of an interior design company.  Renata talks about her passion for interior design and how she works with her clients;

WMW Podcast June 2024

Twelve generals have been U.S. president. Among them are George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant, and today's subject, Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Dwight D. Eisenhower by Tom Wicker

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Join Pilot Steve as he delves into the captivating world of ’The Quest for Queen Mary,’ a fascinating historical exploration by James Pope-Hennessy. Discover the enigmatic life of Queen Mary, packed with behind-the-scenes drama and juicy royal secrets. From her obsession with collecting odd knick-knacks to the intricacies of her daily life, this book offers a unique glimpse into the British monarchy. Don’t miss out on this masterpiece of historical storytelling – check the link in the description to get your copy!

00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:04 The Quest for Queen Mary
00:00:26 Queen Mary’s Secret Obsession
00:00:39 James Pope-Hennessy’s Masterpiece
00:00:58 Conclusion

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The Quest for Queen Mary: Unveiling Royal Secrets!

Early sailors could navigate by latitude to sail east and west, but sailing north or south was much more difficult until John Harrison solved the longitude problem.

John Harrison - Longitude by Dava Sobel

Born into slavery when it was still legal in New York, Sojourner Truth was a powerful orator on faith, women's rights, and the abolition of slavery.

The Narrative of Sojourner Truth

Early in the twentieth century, Albert Barnes created a fiefdom in suburban Philadelphia that embraced his grand house, his art museum, his school for fine arts appreciation, and his ego.

Albert Barnes - The House of Barnes by Neil L. Rudenstine

Only one Native American chief won a negotiation with the U.S. government: the Apache leader, Cochise.

Cochise

Lady Constance Lytton was a British aristocrat and suffragette who shed her noble trappings to go on a hunger strike for women's right to vote.

Lady Constance Lytton

One of the great collaborators on the Great American Songbook was lyricist Yip Harbug.

Yip Harburg

Read By Sara Matsui Colby, Chieko Hidaka, Alice Alice, and Siho Ellsmore

A poignant young adult graphic memoir that follows one teen's year abroad in Japan, as she seeks to reconcile both sides of her biracial identity.Christine has always felt she is just half: Half American, half Japanese. As a biracial Japanese American who was born in Tokyo but raised in the US, she knows all too well what it’s like to be a part of two different worlds but never feeling as though you belong to either.Now on the brink of adulthood, Christine decides it’s time to return to the place she once called home. So she sets forth on a year abroad in Tokyo, believing that this is where she truly belongs. After years of feeling like an outsider, now she will finally be complete.Except…Tokyo isn’t the answer she thought it would be. Instead of fitting in, Christine finds herself a fish out of water, as being half of two cultures isolates her in ways she'd never imagined. All she can do is try to stay afloat for the rest of the year—still figuring out who she is, what she wants in life, and whether she’ll ever truly be more than halfway there.Author-illustrator Christine Mari explores what it means to lose and find yourself in this moving narrative of belonging and home.

Halfway There By Christine Mari

For 2000 years, the great scientific authority in the West was Aristotle. But by the time the Pilgrims were landing at Plymouth Rock, a new age of science was in bud, and Newton would be an example of the new scientist.

Sir Isaac Newton

On sale March 4th, 2025

A DEFINITIVE BIOGRAPHY OF THE GREATEST FORMULA ONE DRIVER OF ALL TIME.

At the pinnacle of motorsports, a humble young man from Stevenage, England, has risen to become the greatest Formula One driver of all time. Lewis Hamilton’s journey from remote-controlled car hobbyist to seven-time world champion, knight of the realm, and global superstar is the stuff of sporting legend.

This authoritative biography follows Hamilton’s path from his early days karting on local tracks to the glitz and pressure of the Formula One circuit. Along the way, we witness Hamilton’s single-minded determination to reach the top, even as he challenged racial barriers and opposition at every turn. His triumph over adversity is all the more inspiring given Hamilton’s pioneering role in making motorsports accessible to marginalized communities.

Beyond his unparalleled on-track exploits—leveling the record books held by the legendary Michael Schumacher—Hamilton has used his platform to advocate for social justice, environmental sustainability, and diversity. He has become a worldwide tastemaker of art, fashion, and lifestyle, while also emerging as a voice of moral clarity. Hamilton has leveraged his fame to push Formula One and global sports to be a force for positive influence while inspiring a new generation of athletes and artists to pursue their dreams.

As Hamilton nears the twilight of his racing career, this thoroughly researched book examines his lasting legacy. His impact extends far beyond just his championship trophies. Sir Lewis culminates with Hamilton at the wheel of the iconic Ferrari Team, where he continues to chase world titles and set new standards, further validating his greatness.

Sir Lewis By Michael Sawyer, Read By Shane David Joseph (Audiobook Excerpt)

A sample of my narration of the audiobook. 

Publisher's description:

Ever wondered what it's like to escape from a cult? Curious about the personal stories of those who’ve lived through it? Escaping the Potter’s House will take you on a riveting journey through the lives of ten brave individuals who broke free.

Discover firsthand accounts of those who joined the Potter’s House, whether by birth or later in life.
Learn about the deep involvement, control, and manipulation experienced within the church.
Understand the pivotal moments when each person realized the problems with the Potter’s House.
Follow their courageous journeys as they navigated the challenges as they left the cult.
Empathize with their struggles as they left behind family and friends and reclaimed their lives.

Whether you’ve been involved with the Potter’s House, any other cult, or are simply curious about life within these closed communities, Escaping the Potter’s House offers compelling and eye-opening narratives.

Escaping the Potter's House | Joel E. Crosby

If there's a 20th century world champion subject for biography, it would have to be Winston Churchill. Fortunately, a small door has been opened by Gretchen Rubin and her book, "40 Ways to Look at Winston Churchill."

40 Ways to Look at Winston Churchill by Gretchen Rubin

Harold Evans, the late author of "They Made America: From the Steam Engine to the Search Engine: Two Centuries of Innovators," talks about how A.P. Giannini helped change the banking industry by expanding services to the middle-class, and also speaks on what he did for the San Francisco Bay Area.  The full interview from a 2004 episode of "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" can be heard now wherever you get your podcasts.

They Made America by Harold Evans

The most famous English diarist, Samuel Pepys, lived in the 1600s and the phrase "may you live in interesting times" certainly applies.

Samuel Pepys

Mayday, mayday! This is Pilot Steve, coming in hot with today's Quick Picks Reviews! Feeling lost in the turbulent skies of endless books and DVDs? I've traded my rescue bird for a new mission: saving you from crash-landing into mediocre media and burning your hard-earned cash!

In less time than it takes to taxi a Cessna, I'll give you the cockpit view on what's cleared for takeoff and what's grounded indefinitely. I've made split-second decisions at 1,000 feet, and now I'm using that eagle-eye focus to spot only the high-flyers in the media world.

So, strap in tight, rookies! Whether you're a book barnstormer or a film fanatic, I've got your six. Prepare for reviews so punchy, they'll break the sound barrier! You'll be diving into your next adventure before my landing gear's even up.

Ready to soar past the duds and land on pure gold? Let's fly!

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John Augustine reviews biographies and recounts the lives of the people featured in them. From Delta College Public Radio.

Authors from around the world discuss their book with host Jim Foster. "Conversations On The Coast with Jim Foster" aired for over two decades on radio stations in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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