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Greatest of all time Speeches and Journals

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Hear from history's greatest ever speeches and written journals. What would it be like to hear William Wallace stand defiantly against power or hear George Washington speak of the constitution? Which Kings and Queens would you love to converse with?
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Pericles’ funeral oration

Greatest of all time Speeches and JournalsMar 19, 2024

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Pericles’ funeral oration

Pericles’ funeral oration

At the beginning of the Peloponnesian war Pericles’ gives his famous funeral oration.
Mar 19, 202423:18
Jesus of Nazareth - Sermon on the mount

Jesus of Nazareth - Sermon on the mount

The sermon of the mount is one of the most quoted passages in modern culture. Why was this sermon so influential?
Mar 11, 202426:36
Patrick Henry - Give me Liberty or give me death!

Patrick Henry - Give me Liberty or give me death!

Patrick Henry was known to be a powerful speaker and was a key instrument in galvanizing the colonies against the British crown.

Mar 04, 202426:36
Georges Danton - Let France be free!

Georges Danton - Let France be free!

Georges Danton experienced much in his young life. A lion of a communicator Danton was a leader amongst the people advocating for the revolution. His own message eventually was the cause of his own execution. His words still reverberate around the world today all these centuries later. 

Mar 11, 202113:16
Bernard of Clairvaux - The second Crusade

Bernard of Clairvaux - The second Crusade

In response to lost territory from the first crusade, a second crusade was prepared. The people, however, were not enthusiastic to go to war again. It was the responsibility of St Bernard to gain the enthusiasm of the people to launch the second crusade. This speech created a complete change in attitude of the people and became the launching pad of the second crusade. 

Mar 04, 202109:58
Frederick Douglass - Oration in memory of Abraham Lincoln

Frederick Douglass - Oration in memory of Abraham Lincoln

Frederick Douglass's story is one of greatest triumph but also one of terrible sorrow. Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass were both connected in the cause of freedom and liberty for all. What would it have been like to sit with Douglass as the emancipation of the slaves was announced? What lessons can we learn today? 

Feb 25, 202133:11
Hannibal - Speech to his soldiers

Hannibal - Speech to his soldiers

Hannibal, One of the greatest military tacticians in history, addresses his soldiers during the long campaign prior to further battle and conflict. 

Feb 18, 202111:29
Carl Sagan - Pale blue dot

Carl Sagan - Pale blue dot

What lessons do we learn from the universe? How does knowing that we live on a suspended tiny dot in the galaxy effect the way we behave? Carl Sagan's pale blue dot helps facilitate this discussion and more.
Feb 11, 202112:45
Clarence Darrow - A plea for mercy

Clarence Darrow - A plea for mercy

Dubbed the trial of the century, Clarence Darrow pleads to have the death penalty removed for two stone cold killers in Richard Loeb and Nathan Leopold after the murder of Little Bobby Franks. What could possibly be said in such a horrific case? 

Jun 18, 202055:03
Antonio Vieira opposes slavery

Antonio Vieira opposes slavery

The great orator of his time, who visited the world sharing his message of freedom. It was Maranhao Brasil where he had his final stand opposing slavery.
Jun 11, 202018:39
Calgacus speech to his troops

Calgacus speech to his troops

The Roman Empire needed to take control of the whole British islands by defeating the last free tribes in Scotland. This speech was given to the brits prior to battle.
Jun 04, 202011:33
Albert Einstein and his incredible speech after the world war

Albert Einstein and his incredible speech after the world war

Albert Einstein was a German, Jewish and famed Physicists who was connected to the atomic bomb creation. What insight did he have at the end of world war 2?
May 27, 202012:28
Michael Jordan amazing hall of fame speech

Michael Jordan amazing hall of fame speech

Michael Jordan talks about his doubters, competitors, family, friends and oh yeah.. basketball. What drove Jordan’s incredible success?
May 22, 202021:37
Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography

Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography

We read of Franklins discipline and quest for improvement through his 13 virtues. Can we apply these same virtues today?
Mar 05, 202022:57
Socrates incredible final speech before he is sentenced to death

Socrates incredible final speech before he is sentenced to death

We explore the words of the philosopher Socrates at his trial before ultimate death. What would it have been like to listen to his words?
Feb 29, 202020:39
Steve jobs - “if today were the last day of my life”

Steve jobs - “if today were the last day of my life”

Steve jobs gives great insight into his success in life and business, dealing with loss and over coming adversity.
Jun 24, 201922:41
Alexander the Great - mutiny at Opis.

Alexander the Great - mutiny at Opis.

Alexander shows great strength, passion and leadership in the face of mutiny. As his men grow tired after a decade of travel and war they challenge Alexander’s motives. The great leader accepts the challenge and gives this powerful speech.
Jun 15, 201915:24
Sir Winston Churchill - Finest hour

Sir Winston Churchill - Finest hour

Winston Churchill was only a few days prime minister when the Nazi army were preparing to invade Britain. With less planes and men, the Brits, under Churchill’s leadership, won the Battle of Britain. These were Sir Winston Churchill’s words.
Jun 08, 201917:19
King Charles 1, the last words of the king before execution

King Charles 1, the last words of the king before execution

If someone was about to die would you listen to their story? King Charles 1 is in this situation as he gives his final address. With the tears of his children still upon his clothing he finds the fortitude to speak about forgiveness, God, politics and monarchy. A great record of England history.
Jun 02, 201910:57
Robert F Kennedy

Robert F Kennedy

On the day Martin Luther King was murdered, Robert F Kennedy broke the news of his death to a large crowd. His message was one of wisdom, thoughtfulness and love. 64 days later Robert Kennedy was also murdered. What can we learn from this powerful speech? 

May 25, 201912:17
Attila the Hun as quoted by Edward Gibbon. Gaining the crowds attention!

Attila the Hun as quoted by Edward Gibbon. Gaining the crowds attention!

Attila the Hun was a powerful enemy to the Roman Empire. What leadership qualities led him to be able to challenge such a power? How did Attila build the confidence of his men and achieve success?
Mar 19, 201905:58
Joan of arc and her letters to the British. 22 March, 1429

Joan of arc and her letters to the British. 22 March, 1429

Joan of Arc was a phenom of faith, courage and self belief. Her ability to rise despite being only a teenager and a girl in a war fought predominantly by men is nothing short of extraordinary.
Mar 10, 201906:01
Napoleon rallies the troops. First Italian campaign.

Napoleon rallies the troops. First Italian campaign.

Napoleon knee how to inspire his men. What did he say to generate such loyalty?
Feb 22, 201903:39
Queen Elizabeth 1 speech to the troops at tilbury

Queen Elizabeth 1 speech to the troops at tilbury

Queen Elizabeth demonstrates great leadership in the face of extreme stress and difficulties. What principles can we take from her speech that can help us become better leaders in our daily lives?
Feb 17, 201907:52
Marcus Aurelius - stoic

Marcus Aurelius - stoic

Stoicism at its finest. The great Marcus Aurelius shares wisdom and history all in a few paragraphs
Feb 14, 201906:17
Abraham Lincoln Gettysburg address.

Abraham Lincoln Gettysburg address.

Listen to Abraham Lincolns great speech and then let’s ask some questions. What life lessons can we learn from this great speech? Does this speech apply today?
Feb 11, 201907:26
Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt

The “man in the arena” speech. Speech at Sorbonne, Paris, France, April 23, 1910
Feb 08, 201904:27
William Wallace

William Wallace

What did William Wallace really say to Robert Bruce? What would it be like to hear Wallace speak?
Feb 07, 201907:53