In this episode Tracy DW shares her reflections on the US military strikes on Iran that took place on June 22nd, 2005. While she questions the narrative of triumph presented by the Trump administration, she reveals the discrepancies between proclaimed victories and the harsh realities of warfare.

Tracy explores Iran's intricate history, from its colonial influences to the pivotal role oil played in shaping British interests and also explores the motivations behind Trump's desire for a Nobel Prize for Peace. As she draws parallels between historical and contemporary conflicts, Tracy urges listeners to consider the true essence of peace and the lessons that must be learned from the past to forge a more just and ‘Nobel’ peace for the future.

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Tracy DW is back and celebrates ‘Windrush Day 2025’ with a look back at her inaugural episode of the 'Stories to be tolled' podcast series, remastered with the podcasts intro and outro and updated notables. Tracy delves into the historical significance of the H.M. Windrush, a ship that symbolises both national pride and controversy within Caribbean communities in Britain. Tracy provides a comprehensive overview of the ship's journey from Jamaica to Tilbury Docks in 1948, exploring the broader implications of this migration in the context of Britain's colonial past and its evolving identity.

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In this episode of the 'Stories to be tolled' blog series, Tracy DW looks briefly at the contemporary implications of the war and crisis. Through a critical lens, she asks how the narratives of victors and victims shape our understanding of history and reflects on its profound impact on the human condition and the complexities of narrative control in times of conflict.

Listeners are urged to confront the uncomfortable truths of historical and ongoing injustices, from the colonial conquests of the past to the current geopolitical tensions. This short reflection serves as a poignant reminder that the lessons of history are not merely relics of the past, but vital insights that inform our present and future.

Tracy invites listeners to reflect on the broader consequences of war, not just in Ukraine but in the historical context of colonialism and empire building.

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