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In 1827 the Royal Navy purchased a Baltimore clipper and renamed her the Black Joke. Assigned to the Preventative Squadron, she patrolled the west coast of Africa and freed 3,692 captives from enslavement. Beloved by seafarers and celebrated by the public, the Black Joke would become the most famous weapon in the campaign for abolition. But in her previous life as the Henriqueta, the Black Joke had been a slave ship. Through the experiences of slavers and abolitionists, captives and crew, Stephen Taylor charts the vessel's extraordinary double life.

Journalist David Wallace is killed when he tries to find out the identity of an arms dealer known as the Wolf. Danny Pearson’s SAS unit is also trying to stop the Wolf from selling arms to the Taliban. When they get close, the Wolf disappears forever, or so they thought....

When Danny’s best friend, Scott Miller, vanishes from his hotel in Brazil, Danny uses his own unique skill set to track him down. The search takes him deep into Colombia and the dangerous world of a cartel boss known as El Diablo. Can Danny rescue Scott before he has outlived his usefulness?

In this fireside tale, Jeremiah and his Indian friend, John Windwalker, embark on that adventure with his visiting young nieces, Carrie and Hannah, and his nephew, Marc. The group rides out on a difficult journey up the east side of the majestic, white granite range, headed toward Mineral King on its western slopes. But, when the bank in Big Pine is robbed, three lawless men in their getaway head up the trail right behind them.

Five years ago, the London mob clashed with the Russian mafia. Death and violence escalated, putting Danny’s family in danger. Danny Pearson ended the war, or so he thought.... Time has passed and Yuri Volkov's daughter Annika has come of age. After reviving her father’s empire, she spends five long years searching for her father’s killer, and now she's found him. Kidnapped and packaged off to a Moscow prison, Danny learns of his fate. Annika Volkov doesn't want him dead; she wants him to spend an eternity of suffering at the hands of the Volkov mafia inmates…

In this 3rd mystery of the series, tracker/cartographer Mitch Holland and treasure hunter Rod Florea find themselves on Mt. Whitney (California), highest mountain in the contiguous USA. It is there that they come to the aid of two teenagers who are looking for hidden Spanish Gold. An old map purchased at a yard sale turns out to be quite authentic, and the 16th century pirate tale that gives the map that authenticity is indeed a bone-chilling account.

An Australian billionaire creates a global network of unwitting killers. When Scott’s sister, Nicki, stumbles upon her boss’ secret, Danny, Scott, and Nicki are drawn into a deadly world where anyone can be the enemy….While visiting Scott’s sister in Sydney, Danny, Scott, and Nicki end up running for their lives as Australian billionaire, Theodore Blazer, tries to kill them for what they know. There’s only one thing Blazer didn’t bank on, Danny Pearson is a hard man to kill.

Humphrey Lyttelton was a role model, influence and inspiration for several generations of musicians and comedians. Performing at this special tribute concert, organised and introduced by his son Stephen, are an all-star cast of friends and admirers from the world of music, including Elkie Brooks, Stacey Kent, Jools Holland, Charlie Watts, Acker Bilk’s band and of course the Humphrey Lyttelton Band. Joining forces with them are a host of comedians from the Clue team, including Tim Brooke-Taylor, Graeme Garden, Barry Cryer, Tony Hawks, and more!

When Danny's old SAS buddy goes missing, Danny's unit reunite to find him. When they follow Smudges trail they find themselves on the wrong side of an international drug-smuggling operation and the sport of kings, an exclusive hunt of a deadly nature.... When Smudge rings from the Norfolk coast he's in big trouble, Danny and his old SAS teammate Fergus drive up to help him, only to find he's vanished. When the search the holiday chalet, the only clues they can find are Smudges diving gear and a brick of cocaine sealed in plastic.

Here we talk bible, hidden history, personal testimonies, unseen realm, world events, prophecy, and supernatural experiences.Links:YouTubeMerchApple PodcastSpotifyInstagramTikTokXFacebookSpreaker

Aries Fleetwood’s peaceful life was suddenly turned upside down when she and her family were caught in the rebellion’s crossfire. The violence had spread to her home, and she had no choice but to run away with her only family left. Soon after their escape, they realize that things never quite go to plan. Faced with betrayal, a deadly force of darkness, and a violent rebellion, Aries must fight back against the turmoil, and in doing so, she must dive deeper into the Apex and her past — even if it ruins her.

The Indian Ocean was the final battleground for Nelson's navy and France. At stake was Britain's commercial lifeline to India: and its strategic capacity to wage war in Europe.

This podcast is all about answering YOUR drum-related questions. Listen as Stephen Taylor responds to the most common questions people have emailed and DMed him over the last decade as an online drum educator.

Do you believe in angels? In 1873 the town of Lone Pine, California came to believe in them. Lone Pine is the home of Mt. Whitney, highest mountain in the contiguous United States, towering some 14,497 feet. The white granite range of the High Sierra has been around for several thousand years, its towering spires unique in North America. However, the first recorded climb to this peak was not until August 18th, 1873, when three local fishermen braved the lofty crags and reached its elusive summit.

This is a continuation of the legend of the great white wolf first introduced in the author's work Still Waters: Legend of the White Wolf. In this enduring sequel, the town of Lone Pine and surrounding ranches, as well as the village of the Shoshone, are threatened by an attack from the Paiute tribe to the south. This of course disrupts the ordinary lives of the story's characters, but when the great white wolf returns to the area under a harvest moon, there is indeed great hope. However, not all believe in the legendary white wolf.

Welcome to another Lone Pine Western by award-winning author, Mark Stephen Taylor. Still Waters is a journey amidst the heartbeat of the High Sierra; Lone Pine California and Mount Whitney - the highest mountain in the contiguous U.S.A. This is a story of the great, white wolf, who in legend takes on the spirit of a Native American man and seeks to protect both the animals and the people of 1874 Lone Pine.

Death Valley is a remote desert area located in eastern California. Situated within the Mojave Desert region, it features the lowest, driest, and hottest locations in all of North America. Badwater, a basin located within the Valley, is the specific point of the lowest elevation, at 282 feet below sea level. This area is only 84 miles east-south-east of Mt. Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous United States, with an elevation of 14,497 feet. One of the most interesting and challenging mysteries of Death Valley is the sliding rocks at 'Racetrack Playa' (a playa is a dry lake bed).

Learning is about living, and reading inspires life. A podcast of conversations with educators who talk about the books that shaped them and their passions. What will you put on your bookpile?

A short podcast in the format of the order of service for noonday from the Book of Common Prayer, incorporating the biography and appointed psalm, scripture, and collect from Lesser Feasts and Fasts for the calendar of saints of the Episcopal Church.

This podcast is here to help single or those in new relationships, to explore the realities of relationships in a healthy way. Each week we will be sitting down with a guest to find out ways to build a better relationship. This podcast will go beyond romantic relationships, we will dive into the realities of friendships, family ties and so much more! This is a podcast for everyone's soul with your favorite southern bell!