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Black Sheep

RNZ
Surafend Massacre
Anzac Mounted Division
New Zealand
New Zealand History
Robert Wallath
New Plymouth
Thomas Kendall
World War I
Wellington
Te Reo Māori
Mental Health Institutionalization
Surafend
Bill Sutch
Kelly Tarlton
Eugenics
Taranaki Rifle Volunteers
Salvation Army
The New Zealand Truth
George Howe
Musket Wars

The shady, controversial and sometimes downright villainous characters of NZ history. Join William Ray as he explores history through the lens of Kiwi dirtbags in NZ's most awarded podcast.

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Andy MacDonald
Documentary-maker working on a film about Freddie Angell
Episode: Bird Bandit: the story of Freddie Angell
Peter Lyneham
Professor Emeritus of Religious History at Massey University
Massey University
Episode: Musket Missionary: the story of Thomas Kendall (Part 1)
Haami Piripi
A kaumātua of Te Rarawa and a former chair of the Māori Language Commission
Māori Language Commission
Episode: Musket Missionary: the story of Thomas Kendall (Part 1)
Megan Wells
Historian at Pukeariki Museum
Pukeariki Museum
Episode: Highwayman: the story of Robert Wallath
Terry Kinloch
Author of 'Devils on Horses'
Episode: Anzac Massacre: the story of Surafend (Part 2)
Paul Daly
Author of 'Beersheba'
Episode: Anzac Massacre: the story of Surafend (Part 2)
John Crawford
Episode: Anzac Massacre: the story of Surafend (Part 2)
Terry Kinlock
Military historian and author of Devils on Horses
Episode: Anzac Massacre: the story of Surafend (Part 1)
Edward O'Brien
Australian veteran of the Anzac Mounted Division
Episode: Anzac Massacre: the story of Surafend (Part 1)

Host

William Ray
Host who explores the shady characters of New Zealand history and offers insights through historical narratives and compelling storytelling.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Really good

    It was so interesting to learn about nz history and crime and it was layed out and presented well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olives15
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Brilliant

    I have listened to all the episodes of the 8 series so far, with my kids. The usual question at the end is: “Why we don't learn about these people at school or university?”. And in my opinion, that is the best compliment you can have. You guys have helped me in opening their curiosity into the importance of history and the importance of critical thinking. Please keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fishaman NZ
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Very well put together, eery episode is worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slartbartfast86
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Great

    This is a awesome podcast highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gandalf's Chocolate
    United Statesa year ago
  • super engaging history podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    armofpilot
    a year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The series invites listeners to think critically about historical narratives and their implications.
Engaging storytelling that highlights compelling figures in New Zealand's past.
Some audience members express concern over perceived biases in the retelling of history.
Listeners enjoy the blend of historical analysis with modern criticism of past actions.
The series is praised for its well-researched and entertaining narratives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#174
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#228
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#33
New Zealand/History
Apple Podcasts
#104
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#212
Philippines/History
Apple Podcasts
#226
Taiwan/History

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Focusing on the shady and controversial figures in New Zealand's history, this audio series presents a nuanced exploration of characters often overlooked or misrepresented in traditional narratives. Each episode recounts the lives and actions of individuals ranging from infamous criminals to influential figures, revealing their complex legacies and the contexts of their actions. Noteworthy aspects include the integration of personal anecdotes from historians, thematic storytelling, and the examination of broader societal implications tied to these historical 'dirtbags', making the series not just educational but compelling for listeners interested in morality, culture, and the nuances of history.

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Black Sheep launched 9 years ago and published 68 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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Recent guests on Black Sheep include:

1. Andy MacDonald
2. Peter Lyneham
3. Haami Piripi
4. Megan Wells
5. Terry Kinloch
6. Paul Daly
7. John Crawford
8. Terry Kinlock

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