Here for the History
BBC SoundsAlice Loxton and Ben Henderson reveal the surprising moments in history behind the traditions, customs and objects all around us.
Watch on iPlayer: bbc.in/4yZXE7U
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 24 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||
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The British Royal Family is arguably one the most famous in the world. Throughout history, monarchies across the globe have been replaced, often by presidents, after civil wars, rebellions and invasions. So how has the British monarchy weathered such... more
How did curry become Britain’s “national dish”? Ben Henderson and Alice Loxton explore curry’s imperial origins, the first Indian restaurant in Britain, and the postwar curry house boom. Key Sources: Curry: A Tale of Cooks and Conquerors - Lizzie Col... more
When you find a coin down the back of the sofa, have you ever wondered where it came from? Do you know your farthings from your pennies? Your guineas from your pounds?
From ancient Lydia and Roman Britain to the founding of the Royal Mint and Decima... more
British people have terrible teeth. That’s the stereotype - but is it true? And what’s the story behind it?
Ben Henderson and Alice Loxton explore how Brits got a reputation for bad teeth thanks to our love of sugar, and we see how British and Ameri... more
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- Deeply irritating - inane giggling
I really thought the episode on dogs would be fascinating, as it's such an incredibly rich topic; however, I had to switch it off after about 5 minutes because the inane giggling by the presenters was deeply irritating. I gather from other reviewers that I'm not the only person who found this to be the case.
Apple Podcasts1DogMum1974
United Kingdoma month ago - Great hosts and topics
The hosts have good chemistry and are well spoken and good humored. The topics are entertaining and lighthearted. Nice distraction from life’s heaviness.
Apple Podcasts5Fishysoup69
United Statesa month ago - Irritating
The facts are good and interesting however the presenters and presentation is so irritating. Inane chat and giggling at unfunny comments. Sticking with it so far as topics are good. Generally annoying though.
Apple Podcasts3Suz194United Kingdoma month ago - Odd
I wondered if this was scripted by AI! The presenters have a weird way of repeating things and it’s very stilted
Apple Podcasts1GrvffaloUnited Kingdom2 months ago - Could be so much better
The content is great and the history fascinating, but the delivery comes across as being stilted and too scripted, and as if the two presenters don’t really know each other. It also feels quite patronising at times, as if this is designed for quite young children. This has the potential to be really good, so definitely room for improvement.
Apple Podcasts3Just look at how many stars I gave itUnited Kingdom2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #180 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #39 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #111 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #67 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #90 |  Germany/History |
Apple Podcasts | #165 |  France/History |
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A breezy history podcast that makes curious cultural moments and everyday objects interesting through lively storytelling and banter. Across episodes, hosts explore how traditions, artifacts, and social practices emerged, offering accessible takes on topics from manners and fashion to language and everyday spaces. Noteworthy is the duo's playful dynamic, which pairs solid historical context with relatable humor, helping listeners connect modern life to its historical roots. The show stands out for turning seemingly ordinary topics into engaging narratives with broader cultural and societal angles, making it a good fit for listeners who want history that's smart, entertaining, and easy to dip into during commutes or routines.
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Here for the History launched 5 months ago and published 24 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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