Biography

Biography Podcast

The best biographical podcasts focus not on a person but on some larger theme into which that person's life ...

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109 episodes
Updated May 6, 2023

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Feb 3, 2021 · 8 min
Kobe Bryant Biography (1978–2020)
Former pro basketball player Kobe Bryant won five NBA titles with the Los Angeles Lakers while establishing himself as one of the game's all-time greats. He died tragically in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020.
Feb 2, 2021 · 16 min
Martin Luther King Jr. Biography (1929–1968)
Martin Luther King Jr. was a scholar and minister who led the civil rights movement. After his assassination, he was memorialized by Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Jan 29, 2021 · 2 min
5 Facts About Tupac Shakur
At 25, rap legend Tupac Shakur was gunned down on the streets of Las Vegas on September 13, 1996. Fans continue to mourn his tragic unsolved murder, which continues to fuel conspiracy theories, as they celebrate the influential musical legacy he left behind. To remember Tupac, we've compiled five facts about his life and life after death:
Jan 29, 2021 · 6 min
Inside Tupac's Last Days
On September 7, 1996, Tupac Shakur was shot in Las Vegas; he died six days later. In the last days before his death, Tupac's life included creating music, filming a movie, activism, romance, and making plans for a future away from Death Row Records.
Jan 29, 2021 · 5 min
How Biggie and Tupac Went From Friends to Music's Biggest Rivals
worlds seemed destined to collide. They were two of the most talented hip-hop rappers on the scene. And they both were dedicated to exposing the truth of the tribulations of life on the streets, social injustice and the racial divide. But the biggest difference between Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls: They represented different coasts.
Jan 29, 2021 · 17 min
Tupac Shakur Biography (1971–1996)
Tupac Shakur was embroiled in a feud between East Coast and West Coast rappers and was murdered in a drive-by shooting in 1996, leaving behind an influential musical legacy at the age of 25.
Jan 25, 2021 · 14 min
Jay-Z Biography (1969–)
In addition to his award-winning hip-hop albums, Jay-Z is known for an array of successful business interests, as well as his marriage to singer Beyoncé.
Jan 25, 2021 · 7 min
Nicki Minaj Biography (1982–)
Hip-hop artist Nicki Minaj rocketed to fame with tracks like "Super Bass," "Starships," and later "Anaconda." She is the first female solo artist to have seven singles simultaneously on the Billboard 100 chart.
Jan 25, 2021 · 11 min
Beyoncé Knowles Biography (1981–)
Beyoncé Knowles is a multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning recording artist who's acclaimed for her thrilling vocals, videos and live shows
Jan 25, 2021 · 9 min
Ariana Grande Biography (1993–)
Ariana Grande is a sitcom-star-turned-pop music sensation, known for such hit songs as "Problem," "Bang Bang," "Dangerous Woman" and "Thank U, Next."
Jan 25, 2021 · 7 min
Usher Biography (1978–)
Usher is a successful American R&B and pop musician who began making music at age 15. His hit albums include 'My Way,' 'Confessions' and 'Looking 4 Myself.'
Jan 24, 2021 · 10 min
Kim Kardashian West Biography (1980–)
Kim Kardashian West is the star of the reality show 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians.' She is married to rapper Kanye West.
Jan 24, 2021 · 6 min
Larry King Biography (1933–2021)
TV and radio host Larry King, known for his straight to the point interviewing technique, hosted 'Larry King Live' for 25 years.
Jan 24, 2021 · 22 min
Robert Mugabe: Zimbabwe’s Downward Spiral
Robert Gabriel Mugabe was a Zimbabwean revolutionary and politician who served as Prime Minister of Zimbabwe from 1980 to 1987 and then as President from 1987 to 2017
Jan 24, 2021 · 19 min
Josef Mengele Biography: The Angel of Death
Dr. Josef Mengele, the infamous Nazi doctor who performed medical experiments at the Auschwitz death camps, dies of a stroke
Jan 24, 2021 · 20 min
Idi Amin: The Butcher of Uganda
Idi Amin Dada Oumee was a Ugandan military officer who served as the President of Uganda from 1971 to 1979. Popularly known as the "Butcher of Uganda", he is considered one of the most brutal despots in world history. Amin was born in Koboko to a Kakwa father and Lugbara mother
Jan 23, 2021 · 9 min
What It Is Like to Ride In the Presidential Limo
The Presidential Limousine, known officially as "Cadillac One" and called "the Beast" by the Secret Service, is a remarkable machine. The president's car is ...
Jan 23, 2021 · 24 min
Nelson Mandela biography (1918-2013)
Nelson Mandela was the first Black president of South Africa, elected after time in prison for his anti-apartheid work. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.
Jan 23, 2021 · 15 min
Jeff Bezos biography (1964-)
American entrepreneur Jeff Bezos is the founder and chief executive officer of Amazon.com and owner of 'The Washington Post.' His successful business ventures have made him one of the richest people in the world.
Jan 23, 2021 · 22 min
Mark Zuckerberg (1984-)
Mark Zuckerberg is co-founder and CEO of the social-networking website Facebook, as well as one of the world's youngest billionaires.

Biography

Kobe Bryant Biography (1978–2020)

Martin Luther King Jr. Biography (1929–1968)

5 Facts About Tupac Shakur

Inside Tupac's Last Days

How Biggie and Tupac Went From Friends to Music's Biggest Rivals

Tupac Shakur Biography (1971–1996)

Jay-Z Biography (1969–)

Nicki Minaj Biography (1982–)

Beyoncé Knowles Biography (1981–)

Ariana Grande Biography (1993–)

Usher Biography (1978–)

Kim Kardashian West Biography (1980–)

Larry King Biography (1933–2021)

Robert Mugabe: Zimbabwe’s Downward Spiral

Josef Mengele Biography: The Angel of Death

Idi Amin: The Butcher of Uganda

What It Is Like to Ride In the Presidential Limo

Nelson Mandela biography (1918-2013)

Jeff Bezos biography (1964-)

Mark Zuckerberg (1984-)