This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th Century American science-fiction short story writer and novelist, Philip K. Dick's novel Ubik

It focuses specifically on one main theme of the novel, which is the characters noticing a pattern of objects at first being spoiled or worn out, then reverting to earlier obsolete forms, eventually affecting not just individual objects or even rooms but entire settings in which they find themselves. The examples focused upon include cigarettes, coffee and cream, coins and bills, a tape-recorder, appliances, an elevator, vehicles, and even Ubik itself. This mystery gets a resolution late in the novel when we discover that they are a result of Jory's inability to maintain a consistent phatasmagoric reality for his soon-to-be victims in half-life.

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Philip Dick, Ubik - Reversion, Obsolescence, and Spoiling - Sadler's Lectures

This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th Century American science-fiction short story writer and novelist, Philip K. Dick's novel Ubik

It focuses specifically on the experience of bone-chilling cold, exhaustion and fatigue, and eventual death of a particularly gruesome sort that several of the characters experience once they are in cold-pac and in half-life. At first, they think that it is being caused by Pat Conley, who even thinks that to be the case herself, but it is actually the effect of Jory, a young man in half life, who is "eating" the other half-lifers. The main character, Joe Chip experiences this himself, but is saved for the moment by the application of Ubik in the form of a spray can

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Philip Dick, Ubik - Coldness, Exhaustion, and Death - Sadler's Lectures

En 1814, l’empereur Napoléon est exilé et Louis XVIII s’installe sur le trône de France. À Marseille, Edmond Dantès, un jeune marin à l’avenir prometteur, est emprisonné à tort au Château d’If comme dissident bonapartiste, victime de l’ambition et de la jalousie de ses compagnons. Quatorze ans plus tard, l’arrivée d’un riche et mystérieux italien à Paris fait jaser la noblesse française … mais derrière le nom du comte de Monte-Cristo se cache un homme en quête de vengeance. Roman d’aventure du XIXe siècle, Le Comte de Monte-Cristo est une des œuvres les plus célèbres d’Alexandre Dumas, l’auteur des Trois Mousquetaires.

LIVRE AUDIO Lecture du Comte de Monte-Cristo, Chapitre 49 à 55

Update for listeners, and happy Father's Day wishes; excerpt from latest patron-only lecture on Italy between unification and the entry into the First World War.
Please sign up on Patreon to hear the latest lecture and all patron-only materials! -- https://www.patreon.com/posts/italy-nation-war-131082248

Podcast website:  www.historiansplaining.com
Image:  The Paderno D'Adda hydroelectric power plant, Lombardy, 1895-8
Music: "Nel Blu, Dipinto di Blu" / "Volare," by Domenico Modugno

Update & Excerpt -- Italy: Nation-Building & Entry Into World War I

J’ai signé 100 livres en une seule soirée : coup de génie marketing ou pure perte de temps ?
Plongez dans les coulisses des séances de dédicace d’auteurs — avec des chiffres concrets à l’appui.

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Heeding Admonition Part 1 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 13th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester

Video: https://youtu.be/-ZbJEEwB4Jk

This talk emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, sincere intentions, and humility when engaging with religious teachings. While individuals receive religious knowledge through various means - such as the Quran, Hadith, and lectures - it is crucial to reflect upon how much this knowledge actually transforms a person for the better. The talk highlights several barriers to understanding and absorption of religious teachings, illustrating through historical examples of the Quraysh's response to the Quran and Rasulullah's ﷺ community gatherings, where despite being in the presence of the Prophet ﷺ, many did not truly listen or accept the message due to their hardened hearts and preconceived notions.

To genuinely benefit from religious admonition, individuals must cultivate specific qualities and fulfill certain conditions such as having robust faith, sincere intention, and respectful listening practices. Active participation and humility in seeking knowledge are essential, as distractions and arrogance can hinder one's ability to absorb divine teachings.

The talk encourages attendees to be respectful of both the material and the teaching environment, asserting that genuine engagement and humility will lead to meaningful spiritual growth and understanding.

Below are some of the topics in this talk:
- Prerequisites for transformation
- The Prophet ﷺ only being a warner
- The Prophet's ﷺ love for his ummah
- First condition - Iman (Belief)
- Second condition - Ikhlas (Sincerity)
- Third condition - Listen attentively
- Fourth condition - Respect
- Taking notes during lectures

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Heeding Admonition Part 1

Heeding Admonition Part 2 of 3
Delivered by Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq on Friday 20th January 2023 at Al Kawthar Academy, Leicester

Video: https://youtu.be/Px5_0raCe8U

This talk revolves around the importance of genuinely engaging with religious teaching and taking personal responsibility for one’s spiritual growth and understanding. The talk emphasizes that merely attending lectures, reading, or listening is not sufficient for real transformation. To fully benefit from the guidance of Allah and His Messenger ﷺ, one must cultivate a sincere intention, acknowledge personal responsibility, and actively engage with the material in a focused and respectful manner. It is also crucial to maintain humility and seek knowledge from learned individuals while being attentive and present during teachings.

The talk shares anecdotes from Islamic history, describing how the companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ exemplified respect and dedication towards learning from their teachers. They approached knowledge not as a mere academic endeavour but as a heartfelt connection with their teachers. Emphasizing the necessity to avoid following one's desires, the speaker argues that true guidance requires striving against inner impulses that detract from absorbing religious teachings.

The talk concludes with a reminder for the audience to seek constant improvement, urging them to act on what they learn and to turn to Allah for assistance in their spiritual journeys.

Below are some of the timecodes and topics for this talk:
- Advice on attending religious talks
- Example of respect in a gathering
- Humility & respect when seeking knowledge
- Parting advice from a respected scholar
- Acting on beneficial knowledge immediately
- Avoid following desires
- Turning to Allah (inābah) & examples of the sahabah

Heeding Admonition Part 2

Nico vous parle de héros, de peinture et de modernité.

De Homère à James Joyce

This episode is an in-depth analysis of the music of Rigoletto, with LA Opera Chorus Director Jeremy Frank. From his piano, Jeremy takes us on a journey through the music of Rigoletto, providing context from the end of the bel canto period into Verdi's early, middle, and late periods. This episode was recorded as part of LA Opera's learning series, now known as Exploring Opera. Tickets for Rigoletto are available now at LA Opera.org.

Exploring Opera: Rigoletto with Jeremy Frank

Avec Pierre-Yves Camiade, des éditions du Carmel, interviewé par Raphaëlle de Barmon

Actualités des livres 2025-06-18 Editions du Carmel

History lectures by Samuel Biagetti, a historian (and antique dealer) with a Phd in early American history; my dissertation was on Freemasonry in the 1700s. I focus on the historical myths and distortions, from "the Middle Ages" to "Race," that people use to rationalize the world in which we live.   More info at www.historiansplaining.com

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Radio Maria est née en Italie dans les années 1980. Elle s'est rapidement développée en Europe et dans le monde pour atteindre 83 pays en 2024. En France depuis 1998,  sa mission est de diffuser l'Evangile en harmonie avec la doctrine et les indications pastorales fournies par l'Eglise catholique, dans la fidélité au Saint Père, et en utilisant toutes les possibilités que peut offrir un moyen de diffusion radiophonique. Radio Maria est une radio catholique, mariale, d'évangélisation.

Al Kawthar Academy was established under the guidance of Shaykh Abu Yusuf Riyadh ul Haq to cater for the religious, spiritual and educational needs of English speaking Muslims. Its endeavour is to become a reliable reference and a valuable resource of authentic Islamic material in various media.

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