{"title":"Matt Bevan","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing world of Matt Bevan, a renowned storyteller and award-winning ABC podcaster. Known for his unique ability to transform complex historical and current affairs into captivating narratives, Bevan makes learning both accessible and engaging. One of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eIf You're Listening: Declassified\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a fascinating exploration of lesser-known stories from history and contemporary events, bringing them to life for readers with his insightful commentary and engaging style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis category is perfect for those who are passionate about \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e and have a keen interest in uncovering the hidden tales behind major global events. Bevan's books provide a compelling mix of thorough research and captivating storytelling, making them an essential addition to the shelves of any inquisitive mind. Dive into the world of Matt Bevan, and uncover the stories that have shaped our world, told in a way that only he can.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"if-youre-listening-declassified-stories-from-history-and-current-affairs-told-by-the-award-winning-abc-podcaster-by-matt-bevan-9780733344282","title":"If You're Listening: Declassified - Stories from history and current affairs told by the award-winning ABC podcaster","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world's most important stories boldly explained by a man hiding in his basement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatt Bevan, host of the wildly popular podcast \u003cem\u003eIf You're Listening\u003c\/em\u003e, takes readers on a fascinating journey through the murky waters of history, memory, and the stories we tell ourselves. From a decade-long dispute with his mother-in-law over a comment he may—or may not—have made, to unravelling the mysteries of world-shaping events like the Yalta Conference, the assassination of Julius Caesar, and the collapse of the Soviet Union, Matt explores how history is often a patchwork of conflicting accounts, misremembered details, and outright myths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith wit, curiosity, and a knack for uncovering the unexpected, Matt dives into tales of lemon trees conjured by Stalin, Bob Hawke's emotional misstep on Tiananmen Square, and the bizarre flight of a German teenager into Soviet airspace. Along the way, he examines how our biases, assumptions, and even evolutionary quirks shape the way we interpret the past—and what that means for how we understand the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for history buffs, sceptics, and current affairs addicts, \u003cem\u003eIf You're Listening: Declassified\u003c\/em\u003e will make you laugh, think, and above all, re-examine whether the things you \u003cem\u003ethink\u003c\/em\u003e you know about the world are, in fact, true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306908106988,"sku":"9780733344282","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22f4e11675b1cf6acac69b50977ace6e.jpg?v=1771100228"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/matt-bevan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}