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Slavery helped finance the Industrial Revolution in England. Plantation owners, shipbuilders, and merchants connected with the slave trade accumulated vast fortunes that established banks and heavy industry in Europe and expanded the reach of capitalism worldwide. Eric Williams advanced these powerful ideas in Capitalism and Slavery, published in 1944. Years ahead of its time, his profound critique became the foundation for studies of imperialism and economic development.

Sit down with renowned professional filmmaker, author, and award-winning professor Eric R. Williams to unpack the elements of more than 250 “great” movies to gain insights and secrets that will change the way you view films. You’ll discover how from the moment you sit down, great filmmakers control every sensation the movie experience evokes: tremors or tears, goosebumps or giggles, and why it is that we invite them to do this.

Arguing that the slave trade was at the heart of Britain's economic progress, Eric Williams' landmark 1944 study revealed the connections between capitalism and racism and has influenced generations of historians ever since. Williams traces the rise and fall of the Atlantic slave trade through the 18th and 19th centuries to show how it laid the foundations of the Industrial Revolution, and how racism arose as a means of rationalising an economic decision.

A queer comedy podcast that asks "whose fault is it that you’re gay?" And if you’re straight, why are you so obsessed with us? Comedian Eric Williams is joined by queer friends and straight allies about the moments that gayed us and the traumas the bind us. It's honest, it's hilarious, it's a Gay Ass Podcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thats-a-gay-ass-podcast.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EMM Family, its Monday! How are you all doing? Unfortunately we are without the Queen of our podcast tonight. My Liege is off doing hee thing but as usual we will hold it doing until she returns. Today we are jumping into our conversation about friendship proximity. Friend - A friend is someone with whom you share mutual affection, trust, and respect. Friendships are voluntary relationships that provide emotional support, companionship, and a sense of belonging. The essence of friendship lies in the quality of the connection rather than the duration or frequency of interactions.Disclaimer: ...

Why do great novels, poems and plays move us and excite us? How can they change the way we look at ourselves and the world? What do these authors have to teach us? Why do they matter? There are no better answers to these questions than those provided by the authors themselves. We want to let them speak. Professing Literature is not a broad summary of major works. Instead, it will zero in on one or two key passages, looking at them closely in order to figure out what is at stake. The goal will be to appreciate an author’s brilliance by seeing him or her in action. We will unpack key phrases, ...

Bringing the motivation to you every Monday to help get you through the week. E, CT and Joni dropping gems and lifting you up, making sure you never forget that "Everyday is Friday"

Happy Monday EMM Fam! Happy St. Patrick's Day. We are half way through the month and close to a quarter of the way through the year. Crazy right?! We have an amazing conversation in store for today. Relationship Proximity, "You can't be what you can't see—but let’s take it a step further." Who’s influencing you? Who are YOU influencing?How to get in the right rooms and build powerful connectionsThe importance of reverse mentorship and cross-industry relationships. Join in the conversation and enjoy. #season4 #EMM #podcast #wellness #Trust #truth #Transparency Disclaimer: This podcast is ...

Eric presents very unoriginal opinions on movies, television, pop culture, and One Direction! Instagram: @EricAtTheDisco Tiktok: @EricAtTheDisco

The Power of Poetry is a collection of modern, thought-provoking poetry that is based upon the experiences of life that we all have at some point during our time on this earth. Inspiration, encouragement, advice, comfort, and strength can all be found in this book.

Brian knows Finance, Eric knows Technology, they both pretend to know a little about the other. Each week Brian and Eric meet to discuss current events in Finance and Technology and Business and where they all intersect. They try real hard to entertain and educate on the subjects. Guests are welcome so let us know if you want to join us some time.

Evidence of Ambition is a book of eye opening poetry that is based on Life and the Issues of Society. Anyone who reads this book is sure to find inspiration and something that they can directly relate to within it's contents.

For centuries, young men in their 18th year have been sent away from the small village of Dungan for a year-long exile as they begin their journey into manhood. This traditional exile, the Troven, was instituted so that young men may find themselves, find their purpose, and find their place in the world. When Kaz Kinsley and his three friends leave to begin their Troven, all they have on their minds is getting to the first sign of civilization and finding a way to survive on their own.

We are very excited for this book and believe the principles contained herein will resonate with you as we compare business leadership to something you probably use every day—cars. After listening to this book, every time you sit down in a car or walk through a parking lot, you will think of the leadership principles you learned here.

Smiles and Cries is a book of life-affirming storytelling poetry that will move, inspire, motivate, encourage, and enlighten anyone, anywhere who has the opportunity to hear it. I truly feel that everyone who listens to this book will find that much of its content applies to them in their daily lives or that they can relate to most of its content in some way. If you enjoy hearing truly unique poetry, then this is one you don't want to miss!

A place to discuss all the various aspects of being an actor at every level of your career.

Welcome to '20 Minutes of Darkness,' a podcast dedicated to candid discussions on challenging and emotional topics that impact us all. Join us as we delve into subjects such as death, global events, and the complexities of life. We believe that opening up about these issues can bring solace and understanding and a bit of curiosity. In each episode, we engage in conversations with both individuals sharing their experiences and vetted coaches, exploring the realms of sadness, depression, anger, and more. Together, let's navigate the depths of our emotions and foster a supportive community.

Visit www.CityDAO.io to learn more about the CityDAO project. This community run podcast is intended to provide information about CityDAO, updates on hot subjects, to inspire broader thinking and to trigger intellectually stimulating conversations for all who listen in. We interview CityDAO community members, Web3 thought leaders and people who are driven to effect positive change in the world through technology.

Five out of six of the Stones of Power have been identified, and are held by individuals who have been drawn together by fate as they each seek to protect the Kingdom of Denall from evil within and threats from without. Now, as the stone holders scatter across Denall in their efforts to track down Mordyar's supporters and defend their island nation from invasion, the mystery of the Changing continues to loom.