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HistoryFFS

Sarah Dowd
History
Culture
Arts
Back To the Future
The Sound Of Music
Hull, United Kingdom
Guinness World Records
Creativity
Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood
Museum Retail
Screen Tourism
USS Indianapolis
Retrofuturism
Fashion History
Lithuania
Amicus Productions
Music and Memory
Migration
South Africa
DNA

Did you ever wonder how we got here, and how sometimes tiny pieces of history make up, and have shaped our lives? Or realised how every day, all of us are making history? Join me, Sarah Dowd, in exploring what has happened in the everyday lives of people for the better, or at least the experiences that have just make us laugh and say… This is… History. For F***’s Sake, the podcast that explores un... more

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The burning of Birmingham in July 1791 wasn't just a riot, it was the moment dissent and nonconformity became forces that would shape Britain forever.

Sarah Dowd is joined by Chris Smith, Chair of the Historic Chapels Trust, and Steve Pilcher, longt... more

You know the image: towering column, tricorn hat, one good eye. Admiral Nelson, Britain's ultimate naval hero. But how much of that legend is actually true? And how much was carefully constructed and sold to us?

This week, Sarah Dowd is joined by Ro... more

Sarah Dowd heads to Kielder Observatory to meet Chief Executive Leigh Venus and Director of Astronomy and Communications Dan Pye, exploring how our obsession with the cosmos travels from Caroline Herschel's groundbreaking work to Star Trek marathons ... more

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What does shopping have to do with American independence? In this playful yet thoughtful episode of It's History for F****'s Sake, Sarah Dowd sits down with Melody Caban, museum retail consultant, whose work bridges culture and commerce by reimaginin... more

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Melody Caban
Museum retail consultant
Independent consultant
Episode: S2 Ep 05 Retail Revolutions: 250 Years of Museums, History and Shopping
Clarissa Levi
Inheritance tax lawyer and former Sotheby's specialist
Wedlake Bell
Episode: S2 Ep 04: Clutter and Collecting: The Hidden History of Stuff
Seren Welch
UK screen destination consultant
Independent / Seren Welch Consultancy
Episode: S2 Ep 03: Lights, Camera… Heritage? The Rise of Screen Tourism in the UK
Alison Smith
Director of Collections and Research at the Wallace Collection
Wallace Collection
Episode: S2 Ep 02: Rebels in Red: The Pre-Raphaelites and the Art That Changed Britain
Dominic Tweddle
British Archaeologist specializing in early medieval and material culture studies
National Museum of the Royal Navy; former York Archaeological Trust; British Museum
Episode: S2 Ep 01: Digging for Truth: Vikings, Blockbusters and the Reinvention of Archaeology with Dominic Tweddle
Henry O'Keeffe
Retired doctor of mathematics, lifelong IT boffin, early musician, raconteur, and self-proclaimed debugger of life spliches
Episode: Ep 10: A BUG IN THE MACHINE: Family Folklore, DNA, and the Art & Science of History with Henry O’Keeffe
Graham Brown
Entrepreneur, music director, vocal coach, actor and veteran
Independent, HistoryFFS guest
Episode: Ep 09: The Trumpet in the Gulf: A Soldier’s Score with Graham Brown
Valerie Sadoh
Playwright and founder of House of Mahogany; Windrush 80 co-creator
House of Mahogany / Windrush 80
Episode: Ep 08: Scents of an Age with Valerie Sadoh
Sam Fay
Cultural strategist, Guinness World Records veteran
Guinness World Records
Episode: Ep 07: The Book of Extraordinary: The Guinness World Records Book

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Sarah Dowd
Host of the show; long-time heritage and arts project professional; frames conversations with warmth and curiosity; engages diverse audiences.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Love it!

    Wonderful use of life stories connecting with historical and cultural references. Brings a personal touch to history we should all know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    history fan9999
    Canada8 months ago
  • Love this show!

    I love the episodes so far, fascinating listening, can’t wait for more stories from the past!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podfan50
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Bringing history to life!

    I just listened to the first episode and it’s the first podcast that has every brought a tear to my eye! This is my kind of history/story telling and I’m looking forward to listening to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wonder Maz
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • And the Band Didn’t Play On With Kate Kennedy

    An exceptional episode, the stories that Kate shares, of others and of her own, are moving, thought provoking and gave me goosebumps on multiple occasions throughout the episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NaomiRog
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • So interesting!

    Absolutely loved this, top-notch, keep them coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emilia Gwen
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Ep 02: Back to Back to the Future with Louisa Rogers
Q: How can the creative industries help younger generations interpret the past and envision their futures?
She outlines strategies like world-building in exhibitions, using augmented/virtual reality to breathe life into objects, and developing clear, accessible narratives that connect audiences with historical fashion while encouraging proactive, protopia-focused thinking about the future.
Ep 02: Back to Back to the Future with Louisa Rogers
Q: What drew you to study fashion and how did your path lead you to Northumbria University?
Louisa describes growing up in Brussels with a creative family, moving to London to pursue fashion photography, then pivoting to fashion education after realizing the mainstream sector didn't align with her philosophy, which eventually led to her academic career in the North East.
Ep 04: Vampire of Suburbia: Post-War Horror in Britain and America with Megan Tremethick
Q: Why do you think vampire lore still sells, and how do you see its evolution across eras?
She argues that vampires are timeless because they symbolize life and death and adapt to each era's cultural concerns, from 1960s Gothic sensuality to contemporary feminist readings, while remaining a mirror for societal fears.
Ep 04: Vampire of Suburbia: Post-War Horror in Britain and America with Megan Tremethick
Q: How did you get into this? How did you get your scream queen on? Tell us about yourself.
Megan discusses growing up loving horror, her early theatre background, and meeting key figures at Cannes that steered her toward a horror-focused career, culminating in her collaboration with Hex Studios and British Horror Studio.
Ep 06: So Long Hull and Thanks for All the Fish: Community, Culture, and the Fight for Civic Pride with Simon Green
Q: Tell me about one hallelujah moment, and what was your f*** sake moment?
The hallelujah moment was securing funding and delivering transformative programs; the f*** sake moment involved navigating a controversial Net Zero–style financial challenge within the council and ultimately proving culture's value.

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What is HistoryFFS about and what kind of topics does it cover?

HistoryFFS explores how people shape history through culture, memory, art, and everyday moments. Episodes center on museums, archaeology, heritage, screen and immersive storytelling, and the ways institutions connect with audiences while funding their missions. Notable angles include cutting-edge methods in archaeology, the ethics of collecting, the impact of media on heritage tourism, and using narrative-driven formats to make history feel alive and relevant. A distinctive trait is hosting through a warmly curious, accessibility-first lens, often featuring guests who blend scholarly rigor with real-world experience in culture, arts, and education. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful context, practical perspectives ... more

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Recent guests on HistoryFFS include:

1. Melody Caban
2. Clarissa Levi
3. Seren Welch
4. Alison Smith
5. Dominic Tweddle
6. Henry O'Keeffe
7. Graham Brown
8. Valerie Sadoh

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