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Welcome along to Half-Arsed History! It's a weekly podcast highlighting absurd and entertaining stories from history. Twice a week, it helps host Riley Knight feel as though his useless history degree has some kind of real-world... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 851 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedyHistory | |||

This week in history we’ve got the test of the first-ever vaccine, and the first woman to fly across the Atlantic, we’ve got the birthdays of artists and political leaders and walking disasters, and we’ve got the end of the Crusader States in the Hol... more
In this week's episode, meet Pocahontas, the famous Indigenous American woman, and uncover the truth of her story - or as much of it as we know, at any rate.
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This week in history we’ve got the theft of the crown jewels and of a Confederate steamboat, we’ve got the birthdays of nurses and composers and artists, and we’ve got the story of the only British prime minister ever to have been assassinated.
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Just got back from an overseas trip and I'm absolutely cooked, there is going to be some delays in getting the next few episodes out. Sorry about this everyone
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Super informative and engaging while still being relaxed and relatable. Highly recommend for all age groups
All i need to say is good
Absolutely love it! Keep up the good work Dominic
Great collection of interesting historical stories told in an accessible way by a funny and friendly host. Feels like having a mate tell you something that he's found interesting. Can't recommend higher.
Really wish he’d been around when I was teaching history. I think engaging students with this podcast would be easy and teach them more when they’re busy being entertained.
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Highlighting the more absurd and entertaining narratives from history, this podcast provides listeners with a humorous take on significant events, figures, and anecdotes that often go overlooked. With a fresh release twice a week, it weaves together resolute storytelling, engaging insights, and a blend of entertainment that makes historical content both accessible and enjoyable. Unique for its laid-back tone and informal style, it invites listeners into the often bizarre world of history, making it appealing for those looking for both knowledge and laughter.
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