Was the American West as Wild as We Think?
Experience the grit and grandeur of an epic period in American history with a story more thrilling than any Hollywood Western. History profe...
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The Torch: The Great Courses Podcast
The Great Courses brings engaging professors from the best universities to lifelong learners on audio and video. We create a "university of the best," working closely with our customers to d...
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20 of 70 episodesDelve Into the Grand Drama of Spanish History
Spain has played a unique and pivotal role in Western civilization. It has historically stood at a critical crossroad of geography, of cultu...
Discover Everything You Need to Know About What You Eat and Why You Eat It
Eating is as old as mankind but we are still learning so much about food, nutrition, and our own bodies. Examine the evolution of the human...
What is Emotional IQ?
Don’t let your emotions run the show! Learn how to control your emotions and use them to help you achieve your goals with Professor Jason M....
Get Introduced to the Wonders of Birding
Going beyond basic bird identification, birding includes a far-reaching look into matters such as bird behavior, migration, habitats, conser...
Discover the Transformative Power of Anthropology
From biology to culture, anthropology strives to gain a comprehensive understanding of humanity’s development from primates to digital citiz...
The History of Higher Education
When we think of old universities, our minds may go to Cambridge or Oxford, or maybe the University of Bologna. But one of the earliest know...
Learn the Secrets of the Plants All Around You
Stepping outside, we can’t help but notice the natural world all around us. Discover how to do more than just notice it. Join Dr. Catherine...
Learn Music Fundamentals with a Master Guitarist
Colin McAllister, who studied guitar with Celin and Pepe Romero, interpretation with Bertram Turetzky, and conducting with Harvey Sollberger...
Experience the Formation of America Through the Eyes of the Founders
Take a deep dive into the creation of the U.S. Constitution as it actually happened with New York Times best-selling author and professor Al...
Discover the secrets of The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire
A million and a half words, 2,500 pages long, and encompassing six volumes, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire has made...
Apply the Art of Debate to Your Real Life
Want to improve the discussions in your organization, in your house, or in your social circles? Join Ed Leon and Jarrod Atchison, associate...
Gain New Insights into the Holy Grail of Science: The Theory of Everything
Can one single theory explain everything in the universe? Providing a scientific explanation to the big questions of the universe such as “W...
Separate fact from fiction; reveal facts; and explore fiction with The Torch!
The truth is out there! Explore misconceptions about how your mind works, uncover overlooked history, and define two-sides of the same liter...
Travel Deep Into History and Your Own Mind
How did the great philosophers view the connections between our minds and bodies? How did the ancient civilizations view the skies? How can...
Four ways we can impact our world by learning about our history
Ed Leon, Chief Brand Officer, and four renowned experts introduce us to what the new field of Big History can teach us about our future, how...
The Literature of Mysteries, the Science of History, and Brain Hacks You Can’t Miss.
Solve the puzzles of great mystery fiction, uncover the depths of what paleontology can tell us about our past, and reveal secrets for outsm...
Explore the Enigmas of History, Philosophy, Photography, and Math.
We’re revealing the secrets to histories mysteries, modern math, and phenomenal photographs in today’s edition of the Torch. Join Ed Leon as...
Exercise Your Body and Your Brain With Three Terrific Topics.
In this episode of The Torch, join The Great Courses Chief Brand Officer, Ed Leon, to explore the philosophies and benefits of tai chi, brea...
Finding Fun in Grammar, Economics, and Machiavelli
Discover fascinating, intriguing, and enlightening insights about three rewarding topics—grammar, economics, and Machiavelli. No matter how...