To Be A Rebel

David Loos
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We explore the lives of rebels throughout history- folks who have defied and resisted unjust authority and stood up for themselves; at times costing them their lives or their reputations. And sometimes both. Together, we'll uncover and piece together what it means......To Be A Rebel

  1. The Easter Rising | 3 | More Than Just a Rebellion

    05/24/2023

    The Easter Rising | 3 | More Than Just a Rebellion

    This is the last in our three-part series on The Easter Rising Rebellion. This episode will focus on the aftermath of the rebellion and the long-lasting impact it had on Ireland. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used: 1916: One Hundred Years of Irish Independence: From the Easter Rising to the Present by Tim Pat Coogan (book, 2015) The Men That God Made Mad: A Novel of Ireland's Easter Rising by W.A. Ballinger (book, 1969) ⁠⁠A History of the Easter Rising in 10 Objects⁠⁠ (Podcast Series) ⁠⁠The History of the Great War⁠⁠ (Podcast; 3 part series on the Easter Rising) Resources for further learning: Ireland's Allies: America and the 1916 Easter Rising by Miriam Nyhan Grey (book, 2016) Community and partner notes: Subscribe to the⁠⁠ History Weekly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠⁠Wild West Extravaganza podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me (David) on Twitter

    11 min
  2. The Easter Rising | 2 | A Botched Plot Carries On

    05/12/2023

    The Easter Rising | 2 | A Botched Plot Carries On

    This is the second in our three-part series on The Easter Rising Rebellion. This episode will focus on the major battles and engagements of the rebellion, both inside Dublin and across the countryside. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used: 1916: One Hundred Years of Irish Independence: From the Easter Rising to the Present by Tim Pat Coogan (book, 2015) The Men That God Made Mad: A Novel of Ireland's Easter Rising by W.A. Ballinger (book, 1969) ⁠A History of the Easter Rising in 10 Objects⁠ (Podcast Series) ⁠The History of the Great War⁠ (Podcast; 3 part series on the Easter Rising) Resources for further learning: Ireland's Allies: America and the 1916 Easter Rising by Miriam Nyhan Grey (book, 2016) Community and partner notes: Subscribe to the⁠ History Weekly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the ⁠Wild West Extravaganza podcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me (David) on Twitter

    15 min
  3. The Easter Rising | 1 | Colonialism Yields Resistance

    05/03/2023

    The Easter Rising | 1 | Colonialism Yields Resistance

    This is the first in our three-part series on The Easter Rising Rebellion. This episode will focus on the causes of the rebellion including Ireland's relationship with Britain and Ireland's own civil strifes including Unionists vs. Republicans & Catholics vs. Protestants. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used: 1916: One Hundred Years of Irish Independence: From the Easter Rising to the Present by Tim Pat Coogan (book, 2015) The Men That God Made Mad: A Novel of Ireland's Easter Rising by W.A. Ballinger (book, 1969) A History of the Easter Rising in 10 Objects (Podcast Series) The History of the Great War (Podcast; 3 part series on the Easter Rising) Resources for further learning: Ireland's Allies: America and the 1916 Easter Rising by Miriam Nyhan Grey (book, 2016) Community and partner notes: Subscribe to the History Weekly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out the Wild West Extravaganza podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me (David) on Twitter

    18 min
  4. William Wallace | 2 | Braveheart in Battle

    03/30/2023

    William Wallace | 2 | Braveheart in Battle

    This is the second in our three-part series on William Wallace, affectionately known as Braveheart. This episode will focus on the major battles and events he participated in up to his capture in 1305. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used: William Wallace: Brave Heart by John Mackay (book, 1996) William Wallace: Man and Myth by Graeme Morton (book, 2001) William Wallace: The King's Enemy by D.J. Gray (book, 1996) Resources for further reading: The Wallace by Nigel Tranter (historical fiction, book, 1975) William Wallace by Andrew Fisher (academic non-fiction, book, 1986) The Wars of Scotland by Michael Brown (book, 2004) Community and partner notes: ⁠⁠Subscribe to the History Weekly newsletter⁠⁠ ⁠History with Beth⁠- this week's curator of resources for further reading ⁠⁠Follow me (David) on Twitter

    15 min
  5. William Wallace | 1 | The Giant Scottish Rebel

    03/22/2023

    William Wallace | 1 | The Giant Scottish Rebel

    This is the first in our three-part series on William Wallace, affectionately known as Braveheart. This episode will focus on what is known of his early life, his rise to a national hero and giving context to separate fact from fiction in his story. Below are the resources used for producing this series along with suggestions for further reading. Community and partner notes are listed as well, which we hope you'll explore knowing that doing so helps support us. Sources used: William Wallace: Brave Heart by John Mackay (book, 1996) William Wallace: Man and Myth by Graeme Morton (book, 2001) William Wallace: The King's Enemy by D.J. Gray (book, 1996) Resources for further reading: The Wallace by Nigel Tranter (historical fiction, book, 1975) William Wallace by Andrew Fisher (academic non-fiction, book, 1986) The Wars of Scotland by Michael Brown (book, 2004) Community and partner notes: ⁠Subscribe to the History Weekly newsletter⁠ History with Beth- this week's curator of resources for further reading ⁠Follow me (David) on Twitter

    13 min
  6. Malala Yousafzai | 3 | A Second Life

    03/16/2023

    Malala Yousafzai | 3 | A Second Life

    This is the last in our three-part series on Malala Yousafzai, the education and women's rights activist from Pakistan.  We'll focus on her “second life” after the shooting, the impact she’s had and her ongoing work today. Sources used: I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2013) Let Her Fly: A Father's Journey by Ziauddin Yousafzai (book, 2018) Resources for further reading: We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2021) Community and partner notes: Subscribe to the History Weekly newsletter Follow me (David) on Twitter

    14 min
  7. Malala Yousafzai | 2 | Rebellion Through Education

    03/07/2023

    Malala Yousafzai | 2 | Rebellion Through Education

    This is the second in our three-part series on Malala Yousafzai, the education and women's rights activist from Pakistan.  We'll dive into the formative years of her education & activism and what led to her becoming a target for the taliban from 2007 until her shooting in 2012. Sources used: I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2013) Let Her Fly: A Father's Journey by Ziauddain Yousafzai (book, 2018) Resources for further reading: We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2021) Community and partner notes: Subscribe to the History Weekly newsletter The Wild West Extravaganza Podcast Follow me (David) on Twitter

    13 min
  8. Malala Yousafzai | 1 | Challenging the Norm From an Early Age

    02/27/2023

    Malala Yousafzai | 1 | Challenging the Norm From an Early Age

    This is the first in our three-part series on Malala Yousafzai, the education and women's rights activist from Pakistan.  We'll detail her family and early life growing up in Pakistan from her birth in 1997 up until the Taliban's takeover in 2007. Sources used:  I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2013) Let Her Fly: A Father's Journey by Ziauddain Yousafzai (book, 2018)  Resources for further reading: We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World by Malala Yousafzai (book, 2021) Community and partner notes: Subscribe to the History Weekly newsletter The Wild West Extravaganza Podcast Follow me (David) on Twitter

    13 min
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We explore the lives of rebels throughout history- folks who have defied and resisted unjust authority and stood up for themselves; at times costing them their lives or their reputations. And sometimes both. Together, we'll uncover and piece together what it means......To Be A Rebel

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