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The Anthems PodcastA show where I try to tell the story of a song that tells the story of a nation. Author: Patrick Maher
What's the story with national anthems? Well, that depends entirely on the anthem. From the wildly mundane to the historically significant and every what else. In each episode I'll tell the story of a song that helps to tell the story of a nation. The connections between them will be a surprise and if I've figured this out you will be entertained. Questions, comments complaints, and corrections (please tell me where I'm wrong!) can get to me at anthemspod@gmail.com or at 1 (203) 759-8375 Language: en Genres: History, Music, Music History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Angola and Angola Avante
Episode 36
Tuesday, 6 January, 2026
Today, we embark on an enlightening journey to Angola, a nation with a remarkably youthful population and a rich tapestry of history shaped by colonialism and resilience. As we traverse over 4,000 miles, we’ll explore not just the geographical landscape of this vibrant country but also the profound impact of its colonial past on its present identity. Our central theme revolves around the Angolan national anthem, a powerful symbol that reflects the struggles and aspirations of its people. We’ll dive into the life of Roy Alberto Vieira Diaz Rodriguez Mingus, the composer behind the anthem, and unpack the political context that birthed this musical piece during a pivotal moment in Angola’s quest for independence. Alongside this, I’ll share some intriguing culinary insights that showcase Angola’s fusion of flavors, all while weaving in a bit of humor to keep our spirits high as we navigate the complexities of history and culture. Get ready to discover the beauty, the struggles, and the pride that define Angola, as we march forward together!https://www.britannica.com/place/Angola https://www.marines.mil/portals/1/Publications/Angola%20Study_1.pdf https://tradingeconomics.com/france/exports/angola https://journals.openedition.org/lusotopie/478 https://www.classicalmusicdaily.com/articles/m/r/ruy-mingas.htm https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1467-8330.2011.00896.x https://web.archive.org/web/20191206204624/https://consuladoangolarj.org/hino/ https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/angola/ https://www.smu.edu/news/research/angola-geology-reveals-ancient-africa-south-america-split https://wizi-kongo.com/hino-nacional-de-angola-em-kikongo/ https://www.google.com/books/edition/Historical_Dictionary_of_Angola/4A5NM4IeBXgC?hl=en&gbpv=1&pg=PA170&printsec=frontcover https://www.jstor.org/stable/2931625 https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/7/5/4893
