Half-Arsed History
Riley KnightHalf-Arsed History's first book, History's Strangest Deaths, is now available: www.booktopia.com.au/history-s-strangest-deaths-riley-knight/book/9781761472589.html
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 | Daily | Episodes | 790 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedyHistory | |||
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In this week's episode, become acquainted with Macquarie Harbour Penal Station, known as Sarah Island, which was one of the cruellest and most brutal convict settlements in Australia's history.
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This week in history: the publishing of Pride and Prejudice, the first-ever cans of beer, the birthdays of pirates, kings, and composers, and... that time some ships sailed from Botany Bay to Port Jackson.
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In this week's episode, head the gruesome and tragic tale of the Raft of the Medusa, when almost 150 people were set adrift and abandoned on a rickety raft, resorting to murder and cannibalism to survive.
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This week in history: inaugurations, executions, and people drowning in hot molasses, the birthdays of famous founding fathers, and the Miracle on the Hudson, when a passenger plane was safely landed in the middle of a river.
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- This Isn’t History
It’s the job of an historian to recount and explain the past in an unbiased fashion; to use the past as a platform to push your 21st-century agenda is anathema to what historians stand for. There are a few gold nuggets in the back catalogue, but otherwise this podcast consists of a whole lot of millennial whingeing on the part of the host interlaced with some Wikipedia reading.
Meh.
I confess, I really like the intro, though I’m genuinely baffled by all the sycophantic reviews.
Apple Podcasts1USA AUS
United States15 days ago - Good podcast
Good podcast.
Apple Podcasts5🪻pebbles
Australia20 days ago - Brilliant, just brilliant
Absolutely love it! Keep it up
Apple Podcasts5Mysterious hotdog
Netherlandsa month ago - Talk about beating around the bush
Great concept and a knowledgeable host. It seems the only thing half arsed about the pod is the attempt to get to the point.
Tough to listen to. I’ve tried many times, never lasted more than 15mins.
Apple Podcasts1SteveP9617Australia2 months ago - Five stars
Love it. Have you done or could you please do an episode on the Offset Alpine fire?
Apple Podcasts5duckcarbonaraAustralia2 months ago
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Spotify | #45 |  United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #170 | United Kingdom/History |
Spotify | #9 | Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #36 | Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #228 |  Germany/History |
Apple Podcasts | #39 |  New Zealand/History |
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What is Half-Arsed History about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Content typically centers around humorous yet engaging narratives about odd historical events, bizarre inventions, and the people behind significant—but often overlooked—historical moments. There's a distinct focus on making history accessible and entertaining, allowing listeners to enjoy unique stories without pretense. The host's Australian background provides a refreshing perspective on topics typically dominated by Western narratives, blending well-researched details with relatable anecdotes, often infused with humor. Episodes span a wide array of themes, from significant political events and cultural phenomena to peculiar personal stories, ensuring there's something for everyone interested in the lighter, often eccentric side of histor... more
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