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De gijzeling op de Noordzee (verbeterde versie 2025)De bizarre avonturen op en rondom Sealand Author: Rik Bouman
Titel: De Gijzeling op de Noordzee: Het Ongelooflijke Verhaal van Sealand Shownotes: Duik in het ongelooflijke verhaal van Sealand in de podcast De Gijzeling op de Noordzee, waar geschiedenis, avontuur en politieke intriges samenkomen. In 1978 vindt een ongekende staatsgreep plaats op het prinsdom Sealand, slechts 10 km van de Engelse kust. Wat ooit begon als een Tweede Wereldoorlog luchtafweergeschut platform, uitgeroepen tot onafhankelijke staat door Paddy Roy Bates in 1967, wordt het toneel van een strijd die klinkt als fictie. Maar het is allemaal waar. Deze spannende serie onthult de machtsgrepen, gijzelingen, en de strijd om onafhankelijkheid die Sealand heeft doorstaan, geleid door figuren zo kleurrijk en complex als de geschiedenis zelf. Met bijzondere aandacht voor de rol van Alexander Achenbach en een cast van Nederlandse figuren zoals o.a. Willem van Kooten ("Joost den Draaijer"), advocaat Oomen, Pistolen Paultje, Willem Ruska, hoogspringer Raymond de Vries en Hans Lavoo. Deze personen onthullen in de De Gijzeling op de Noordzee de verborgen verhalen achter dit laatste piratenavontuur. Ontdek hoe Sealand, tegen alle verwachtingen in, uitgroeide tot een symbool van autonomie en avontuur. Met exclusieve bijdragen van betrokkenen, inclusief Prince Michael of Sealand, biedt deze podcast een unieke blik op een van de meest ongelooflijke verhalen van de twintigste eeuw. Luister naar De Gijzeling op de Noordzee en stap in een verhaal zo spannend en ongelooflijk, je moet horen om het te geloven. Hashtags: #DeGijzelingOpDeNoordzee #Sealand #Piratenavontuur #Staatsgreep #WareVerhalen #PodcastLiefhebbers Language: nl Genres: History, True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Derde Ronde van Los Angeles van 1932 tot 2028: De perfecte Jump van Bob Beamon!
Episode 21
Sunday, 1 February, 2026
The salient focus of this podcast episode is the remarkable athletic achievement of Bob Beamon, who set a world record in the long jump during the 1968 Olympics held in Mexico City. We delve into the intricate details surrounding Beeman's extraordinary leap of 8.90 meters, which not only surpassed the previous record by a significant margin of 55 centimeters but also stood unchallenged for over two decades. I recount the atmospheric conditions that contributed to this unprecedented jump, including optimal temperature and humidity, as well as the psychological pressure Beeman faced before making his attempt. The episode further explores the immediate aftermath of his jump, highlighting the astonishment of officials and spectators alike, as they grappled with the implications of such a groundbreaking performance. Ultimately, we reflect on the legacy of Beeman's achievement and its enduring impact on the world of athletics, setting the stage for future competitors striving to reach new heights. The discussion centers around the remarkable achievement of Bob Beeman during the 1968 Olympic Games held in Mexico City, where he set an unprecedented world record in the long jump. The episode meticulously details the circumstances surrounding this historic event, emphasizing the optimal conditions that contributed to Beeman's extraordinary performance. The speakers delve into the specifics of the jump, noting the atmospheric conditions, including temperature and humidity, which were deemed ideal for such an endeavor. Furthermore, they explore Beeman's background as a top athlete, having won 22 out of his last 23 competitions leading up to the Olympics, thus establishing him as a formidable contender. As the narrative unfolds, we learn about the atmosphere of anticipation and tension that enveloped Beeman as he prepared for his jump, culminating in a breathtaking leap that measured an astonishing 8.90 meters. The speakers articulate the disbelief that ensued among spectators and officials alike, as the optical measuring equipment failed to accurately record the distance due to the jump's extraordinary nature. They recount how a traditional measuring tape had to be employed to confirm the measurement, leading to a dramatic reveal of the new world record, which stood unchallenged for decades until it was finally surpassed in 1991. In addition to the technical aspects of the jump, the episode touches upon the broader implications of Beeman's achievement, including the psychological impact it had on the sport of long jump and the subsequent obsession among athletes to surpass the 8.90-meter mark. This historical narrative is interwoven with contemporary reflections on Olympic events, highlighting the potential for political and social dynamics to influence athletic participation in upcoming games, thus providing a rich context for understanding the significance of Beeman's leap in both sports history and Olympic tradition.Takeaways:In the 1968 Olympic Games held in Mexico City, Bob Beamon achieved a remarkable long jump of 8.90 meters, a record that stood for 23 years until it was surpassed in 1991.The atmospheric conditions during Beeman's jump were ideal, including a temperature of 24 degrees Celsius and the maximum allowable tailwind, which contributed significantly to his performance.Beeman, who was initially a favorite, had faced fierce competition from previous medalists in the long jump event, making his victory even more remarkable.The measurement of Beeman's jump initially posed challenges due to the equipment's inability to register such an extraordinary distance, leading to a manual measuring...
