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Cursed Objects

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Restaurants
Hipster Culture
Food Service Industry
Labor Exploitation
Christmas Social Activities
Abolish Restaurants Zine
Keir Starmer
Cultural History
Detectorists
Time Team
Christmas Ghost Stories
Beauty Industry
UK Politics
Housing Crisis
Landlordism
Metal Detecting
Archaeology
Cursed Objects
Charles Dickens
Cult Of Beauty Exhibition

Imagine ‘show and tell’, but about how humanity has gone wrong. A podcast about big ideas, weird history - and tat. Join Dr Kasia Tee and Dan Hancox as they get drunk in the gift shop with the Angel of History. Find us also on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes95Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Not the Queen of Hearts! Greetings, England's roses, and welcome back to the People's Podcast - this week, it's the original parasocial relationship: ROYALTY.

Kasia is being pursued by a stream of Lady Di-themed cursed objects, and with Dan explores... more

"Escape to the King's Cross Riviera," said the sign on the construction hoardings - so we did! And it forced us to ask questions like: 'What if you threw a major urban regeneration zone and lots of people came, but then they wanted a branch of All Ba... more

We are back with another brand new episode, another very special guest, the brilliant Fearghus Roulston, and another fascinating assembly of some very Cursed Objects subjects – histories of conflict, conviviality, getting pissed, listening to punk an... more

This week, Dan and Kasia forage for meaning in the fertile terrain of culinary "movements", globalisation, multiculturalism and identity, megabucks fine dining, and the desperate search for authenticity in food.

Earlier in the summer, Dan was sent t... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Fearghus Roulston
Lecturer in history at Strathclyde University and author of Belfast Punk and the Troubles, An Oral History.
Strathclyde University
Episode: Belfast Pubs, Punk and Gentrification ft. Fearghus Roulston
Charlotte Lydia Riley
Historian of 20th century Britain at the University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Episode: Baby on Board! Ft. Charlotte Lydia Riley
Luke Turner
Author and editor, exploring masculinity and sexuality within the memory of the Second World War.
The Quietus
Episode: War, Memory and Tat, LIVE - with Dr Charlotte Lydia Riley, Luke Turner and Kate Clements
Dr. Charlotte Lydia Riley
Historian of 20th century Britain, specializing in questions around empire, politics, culture, and identity.
University of Southampton
Episode: War, Memory and Tat, LIVE - with Dr Charlotte Lydia Riley, Luke Turner and Kate Clements
Kate Clements
Author and curator, specialized in the history of the Second World War and its public narratives.
Tower of London
Episode: War, Memory and Tat, LIVE - with Dr Charlotte Lydia Riley, Luke Turner and Kate Clements
Imogen West-Knights
Freelance journalist and novelist focusing on culture and politics
The Guardian, New York Times, Financial Times, Slate
Episode: Millennium Tat: New Labour and the Neoliberal Gift-Shop
Darren Cullen
Historical artist, illustrator, and writer; creator of the Museum of Neoliberalism
Episode: Millennium Tat: New Labour and the Neoliberal Gift-Shop
Dr. Alice Bell
Head of Climate and Health Policy at the Wellcome Trust, author of 'Our Biggest Experiment'
Wellcome Trust
Episode: Every Breath You Take ft. Dr Alice Bell
Isaac Rangaswami
Writer of the Wooden City Substack and creator of the Instagram account 'Caffs not Cafes'
Caffs Not Cafes
Episode: Crap Towns and Caffs (not Cafes) ft. Isaac Rangaswami

Hosts

Dr. Kasia Tee
Co-host, historian, and cultural critic with a focus on artifacts' cultural significance and the intersection of history and contemporary society.
Dan Hancox
Co-host, journalist, and author focused on culture, politics, and social commentary through historical and contemporary lenses.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 143 ratings
  • Vital and funny approach to history

    Using a awful object to tell a wider history, so much love for this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heds777
    Germany2 years ago
  • I want to join these two at pub

    As a Clapton CFC women’s player - I loved your Clapton episode. But more than that - I just think this is sheer brilliance. Thank you for lightening and enchanting me into the world of cursed objects. Will be recommending to friends and donating to the patreon. Up the arts! Francie, a Clapton CFC women’s player x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Legalyogi
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • title

    well informed discussions that take the entertaining journey from everyday objects to meta-topics and back.

    content 10/10

    method 10/10

    production 8/10

    my love for the cultural studies 11/10

    we want nine more season, a hundred years cursed objects

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToPic90
    Austria5 years ago
  • Buddies

    Relaxing chat with facts thrown in.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SraightEdge
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the witty banter and insightful critiques of cultural traditions and artifacts.
The show's ability to provoke thought and reflection on everyday objects and their societal implications is frequently noted.
Listeners highlight the unique approach to exploring history through the lens of seemingly mundane items, making it both entertaining and educational.
Many comment on the engaging blend of humor and serious discussion, making complex ideas accessible.

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War, Memory and Tat, LIVE - with Dr Charlotte Lydia Riley, Luke Turner and Kate Clements
Q: How does commercialized war memorabilia affect public narratives?
It complicates the historical significance and raises ethical concerns about commodification.
War, Memory and Tat, LIVE - with Dr Charlotte Lydia Riley, Luke Turner and Kate Clements
Q: Is Free Speech Under Threat?
In a sense, yes, but it's not as straightforward as some portray it.
War, Memory and Tat, LIVE - with Dr Charlotte Lydia Riley, Luke Turner and Kate Clements
Q: What was the reception of your book?
The reception was good, and it was interesting hearing people's personal connections to the stories within.
Millennium Tat: New Labour and the Neoliberal Gift-Shop
Q: Did you detect genuine enthusiasm for culture among New Labour figures?
Many believed that their approach would democratize culture, despite the commercialization and corporate sponsorship that followed.
Millennium Tat: New Labour and the Neoliberal Gift-Shop
Q: Darren, can you tell us about the origin of the Museum of Neoliberalism?
It was initiated as a response to the proposal for a Thatcher Museum, aiming to critique neoliberalism rather than celebrate it.

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Focused on the intersection of history, culture, and the mundane, the content is characterized by discussions on unusual artifacts and their deeper meanings within societal contexts. Highlights include explorations of cultural memory through the lens of objects, critiques of commercialization, and the comedic and reflective narratives derived from specific cultural items and their associated histories. Regular commentary on the themes of memory, identity, and consumerism makes this content unique and engaging, particularly for those with interests in cultural criticism and societal commentary.

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1. Dr. Fearghus Roulston
2. Charlotte Lydia Riley
3. Luke Turner
4. Dr. Charlotte Lydia Riley
5. Kate Clements
6. Imogen West-Knights
7. Darren Cullen
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