Two Minute People Podcast
1) Johnny Hallyday: The French Rock 'n' Roll Icon
Step into the world of Johnny Hallyday, the French rock 'n' roll icon who captivated millions with his charismatic performances and powerful vocals. Dubbed the 'French Elvis,' Hallyday's music and sty...Show More
2) Pedro Suárez-Vértiz: The Melodic Journey of Peru's Rock Poet
Dive into the melodic world of Pedro Suárez-Vértiz, one of Peru's most beloved rock musicians and songwriters. Celebrate his vibrant journey through music, where his distinctive voice and poetic lyric...Show More
3) Miriam Makeba: The voice of Apartheid
Immerse yourself in the life of Miriam Makeba, a voice that resonated beyond the borders of South Africa to the entire world. Known as 'Mama Africa', Makeba used her musical talent to fight against ap...Show More
4) Cesária Évora: The Barefoot Diva of Cape Verde
Explore the musical journey of Cesária Évora, known affectionately as the Barefoot Diva. From the islands of Cape Verde, Évora captivated the world with her soulful interpretations of morna, bringing ...Show More
5) Steve Biko: The Voice of Black Consciousness for Equality
Dive into the life of Steve Biko, a pivotal figure in the fight against apartheid in South Africa. As a founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, Biko inspired a generation to claim their identity ...Show More
6) Frida Kahlo: Feminist, Icon, Artist who Painting Pain into Power
Dive into the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo, an artist who transformed her pain into powerful art. Kahlo's bold, autobiographical paintings broke barriers in expressing the female experience and emotio...Show More
7) Hedy Lamarr: From First Woman Orgasm in film history to Hollywood Star and Unsung Inventor
Dive into the remarkable life of Hedy Lamarr, an enigmatic figure whose beauty and talent dazzled Hollywood, and whose intellect and innovation left an indelible mark on technology. From her controver...Show More
8) Antonio Pigafetta: Chronicling the First Circumnavigation
Journey back to the age of exploration with Antonio Pigafetta, the intrepid Italian navigator and scholar who chronicled the first circumnavigation of the Earth. As one of the few survivors of Magella...Show More
9) Bertram James: Unraveling the Tale of a WWII Escape Artist
Embark on the gripping tale of Bertram "Jimmy" James, a lesser-known but equally daring WWII escape artist. As a Royal Air Force officer captured by the Germans, James' resilience and ingenuity led hi...Show More
10) Irena Sendler: Saving 2,500 children from the Shadows of the Holocaust
Dive into the courageous story of Irena Sendler, a beacon of humanity during the darkest times of the Holocaust. As a Polish social worker and member of the Polish Underground, Sendler defied the Nazi...Show More