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Cuban Missile Crisis
First Crusade
Cold War
English Civil War
John F. Kennedy
Nikita Khrushchev
Bamberg Witch Trials
Witch Hunts
The Troubles
Germany
Charles I
Oliver Cromwell
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Peter the Hermit
Islamic Golden Age
Seljuk Turks
Byzantine Empire
Pope Urban II
Jews
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For people who like history but don't care what actually happened. Join comedians Fin Taylor and Horatio Gould as they guess/explain every event in human history, from Neanderthals to 9/11. Guaranteed to give you an entirely new and incorrect perspective on world events. Support the show: www.patreon.com/fintaylor

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Joanne McNally
Comedian and guest speaker known for her stand-up and podcast appearances.
Episode: Fleshlights to Fleshlights, Dust to Dust (with Joanne McNally!) | The History of Sex Work (Part 2)
James Buckley
Actor from Inbetweeners
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Episode: Tough on Blackface, Tough on the Causes of Blackface | Dick Turpin & Highwaymen (Part 1)
Geoffrey Asmus
Comedian and guest expert on the CIA under Allen Dulles
Episode: A Real Country Doesn’t Collapse Over Bananas (with Geoffrey Asmus) | The CIA Under Allen Dulles
Bebe Cave
Comedian and historical performer focusing on women's history
Episode: History’s Biggest Blabbermouths (with Bebe Cave) | Medieval Women
Catherine of Siena
Medieval saint and mystic known for her religious visions and influence
Catholic Church
Episode: History’s Biggest Blabbermouths (with Bebe Cave) | Medieval Women
Tom Gilbey
Wine expert and returning guest
Episode: France is a Toilet (with Tom Gilbey) | The History of Wine
Ian Higgins
Co-host of The Grade Cricketer
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Episode: We’re Going to Need A Bigger Urn (with The Grade Cricketer) | The History of The Ashes (Part 2/2)
Sam Perry
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Episode: We’re Going to Need A Bigger Urn (with The Grade Cricketer) | The History of The Ashes (Part 2/2)
Daniel Sloss
Scottish comedian known for his work in stand-up and television
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Episode: He Died Doing What He Loved (with Daniel Sloss) | The Rise and Fall of Colonel Gaddafi (Part 4/4)

Hosts

Fin Taylor
Co-host known for his comedic insights and irreverent approach to historical events, making complex topics accessible and entertaining.
Horatio Gould
Co-host who brings a humorous and critical lens to historical narratives, partnering with Fin Taylor to create engaging content.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • Boring

    Humour of teenagers trying to say the most outrageous things possible, gets old very fast

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RishKBB
    United Kingdom16 days ago
  • laugh out loud funny

    may they never be cancelled

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chlo393
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • Cambodia

    Cambodia series is almost distasteful. Bravo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NGP80MB
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Just not funny

    Humour for 14 year olds who think they’re edgy

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    22ebihl
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Reaaal Bad Men

    This is so funny. Russian Revolution (or the long road to Gary Stevenson) got me hooked. All the rest are brilliant as well. Two top comedians!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JonnyBLibertarian
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Murder has never been so smelly | Jack The Ripper: London in 1888 (Part 1/3)
Q: So what was the actual problem? Why was it such an issue?
Because there are murders all the time in East End London, but the Ripper murders became the focus of a sensational media frenzy.
Murder has never been so smelly | Jack The Ripper: London in 1888 (Part 1/3)
Q: What was your relationship with Jack The Ripper before this episode?
I didn't really know much about him. All I knew is that I didn't like people who liked him.

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What is Fin vs History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast is a humorous take on historical events, blending comedy with historical analysis. Comedians engage in entertaining conversations about various topics ranging from ancient civilizations to modern political events, often providing a satirical perspective on widely known narratives. Episodes cover a diverse range of subjects such as the Falklands War, classic composers like Beethoven and Mozart, the Mafia, and even unique aspects like history of sex work, all while interspersing in-depth discussions with wit and irreverent humor.

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