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. Three times a week, it helps host Riley Knight feel as though his useless history degree has some kind of real... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 768 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryComedy | |||
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Quarter-Arsed History presents: the story of the SS Princess Alice Disaster, when hundreds of people drowned in raw sewage after two ships collided on the River Thames.
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TL;DL: No episodes for the next week or so. I'm a little bit burnt out after a huge year, so I've been struggling to get episodes out on time. Solutions for 2026 forthcoming; apologies for the disruptions in the meantime.
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In this week's episode, get to know the remarkable Beatrix Potter, whose historical legacy goes a lot further than just the authorship of an immensely successful series of children's books.
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The pill brought about a huge shift in the history of human civilisation, revolutionising the role of women in society, culture, politics, and economics.
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- 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 Podcasts1SteveP9617
Australia22 days ago - Five stars
Love it. Have you done or could you please do an episode on the Offset Alpine fire?
Apple Podcasts5duckcarbonaraAustraliaa month ago - The best
An absolutely brilliant podcast. It's refreshing to listen to an unscripted podcast, by a host who immerses himself in the topic, and has bullet points he pivots from. I'm so glad I discovered this. It certainly isn't "half arsed". 5 stars from me!!!
Apple Podcasts5David CadzAustralia3 months ago - Best Storyteller
If I had this podcast while I was in school, I would have become a historian instead of a Computer scientist. The way Riley tells these historical stories, it’s captivating, entertaining and dare I say inspiring for anyone remotely interested in history. Not a single wasted second in any episode. I came across it a couple of years ago and was immediately hooked. I recently started listening to it from episode 1 onwards. I hope this podcast never ends.
Apple Podcasts5BigBVAustralia3 months ago - Good podcast
I enjoy listening because Riley finds a way to explain history funny and educational.
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Spotify | #49 |  United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #228 | United Kingdom/History |
Spotify | #14 | Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #40 | Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #203 |  Germany/History |
Apple Podcasts | #38 |  New Zealand/History |
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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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