After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
History HitThis is After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal. The podcast that takes you to the shadiest corners of the past, unpicking history’s spookiest, strangest, and most sinister stories.
Join historians Anthony Delaney and Maddy Pelling, every Monday and Thursday to take a look at the darker side of history. From haunted pubs and Houdini, to witch trials and weird UFO sightings.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 321 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryTrue Crime | |||
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We've spent a lot of time in of Victorian London on this podcast- a world of cobbled streets, grimy buildings and crowded homes. But how accurate is this- what was it really like to live in the slums of Victorian London?
Our guest today is Dr. Jacki... more
In 1675, a planned uprising by the enslaved people of Barbados was crushed before it had a chance to come to fruition. For three years, the conspirators' lives revolved around secrecy. But the discovery of their plan resulted in brutal reprisals by t... more
In 1381, thousands of ordinary people rose up against the Crown, marched on London, and came close to bringing England’s political establishment to its knees... In this episode, Anthony and Maddy are joined by our very own Matt Lewis to discuss the P... more
What is it about a ‘bad boy’ that we love? That’s as true today as it was in the 18th century. In this episode of After Dark, Anthony and Maddy unravel the extraordinary rise, daring escapes, and final end of Jack Sheppard- the thief who became histo... more
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This may be the SINGLE most thorough, and TRULY nuanced discussion of "gender non-conformty" I have EVER genuinely encountered... I wasn't searching for it, YET there it is in BEATIFUL clarity of thought... EXCELLENT.
Podcast Addict524 days ago3JJENSEN- Amazing!
Omg I love this podcast so much! I found it recently, and now it is literally all that I listen to. It is so well researched and they set the scene so well. I have a suggestion for something to talk about on the podcast, which is the Green Children of Woolpit, and I think it is something worth looking into.
Apple Podcasts5Crazyhistorynerd
United Statesa month ago - Pronunciation
Truly shocked at the number of pronunciation errors from historians.
Apple Podcasts3profch
United Kingdoma month ago - Moby Dick FYI
LOVE LOVE LOVE your podcast! I’ve been listening about 8 months and I’m so hooked! Fabulous topics. Usually excellent guests. I particularly appreciate how well both of you expertly set the scene on so many with the atmosphere descriptions and superbly written narratives. I also appreciate how you often point out alternative interpretations to yours. Thats balance! FYI on Moby Dick since neither of you have read it. I believe you will be as pleasantly surprised as I was. Give it a go and let us ... more
Apple Podcasts5L GocheUnited States2 months ago - No more lip smacking
I love that Maddy is beck but can she stop snacking her lips or at least edit that out, such a misophonia trigger
Apple Podcasts4PBalla84United States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #27 | United States/History |
Spotify | #154 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #9 | United Kingdom/History |
Spotify | #118 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #71 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #249 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A history-focused show that pairs enthusiastic hosts with scholarly guests to unpack the darker corners of the past. Episodes cover Viking death rituals, shipwrecks and maritime disasters that inspired classic literature, mutinies and naval leadership, high-profile murders and political intrigues, as well as lesser-known episodes in witch trials, sex education history, and royal intrigue. The tone blends rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, humor, and vivid scene-setting, often bringing on subject-matter experts to ground debate in archival sources and archaeology. A notable strength is its habit of balancing primary sources, secondary scholarship, and engaging counterpoints, which can spark thoughtful conversations for listeners... more
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1. Dr Misha Ewen
2. Louise Brangan
3. Paddy Melling
4. Clare Mulley
5. Jenny Benham
6. Dr. Eleanor Baraclough
7. Dan Snow
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