Red Rubber: The Story of the Rubber Slave Trade on the Congo

Red Rubber: The Story of the Rubber Slave Trade on the Congo

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Red Rubber: The Story of the Rubber Slave Trade on the Congo episodes

  • World’s Famous Orations, Vol. III Great Britain - I-William Jennings Bryan, Francis Whiting Halsey, Various
    Morel explains the history and formation of the Congo Free State, owned by King Leopold II. However, Morel, a humanitarian, focuses on the atrocities commited in the Congo through the enslavement of the native population, leading to the deaths of as much as 50 percent of the population. Writing in the early 20th century, he argues Britain can and should stop these horrific human rights violations. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    6 hr 29 min
  • Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 1 The Borgias and the Cenci (version 2)-Alexandre Dumas
    Morel explains the history and formation of the Congo Free State, owned by King Leopold II. However, Morel, a humanitarian, focuses on the atrocities commited in the Congo through the enslavement of the native population, leading to the deaths of as much as 50 percent of the population. Writing in the early 20th century, he argues Britain can and should stop these horrific human rights violations. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    8 hr 22 min
  • Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 6 Part 1 Joan of Naples-Alexandre Dumas
    "Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 6 Part 1 Joan of Naples" by Alexandre Dumas delves into the intriguing and often tumultuous life surrounding Joan of Naples, a figure marked by ambition, tragedy, and the complexities of power. This captivating narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice, making it not only a historical account but also a reflection on the human condition. The enduring nature of Dumas's storytelling brings to light the moral dilemmas and societal pressures that resonate with contemporary audiences, inviting listeners to ponder the implications of ambition and the price of power.

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    3 hr 44 min
  • Red Rubber The Story of the Rubber Slave Trade on the Congo - Edmund Dene Morel
    Morel explains the history and formation of the Congo Free State, owned by King Leopold II. However, Morel, a humanitarian, focuses on the atrocities commited in the Congo through the enslavement of the native population, leading to the deaths of as much as 50 percent of the population. Writing in the early 20th century, he argues Britain can and should stop these horrific human rights violations. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    9 hr 8 min

About Red Rubber: The Story of the Rubber Slave Trade on the Congo

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Delve into the harrowing history of the rubber trade and its devastating impact on the Congo, as suggested by the poignant title. This podcast invites listeners to confront the dark legacy of colonial…