
Curious, funny, surprising daily history - with Olly Mann, Rebecca Messina and Arion McNicoll. From the invention of the Game Boy to the Mancunian beer-poisoning of 1900, from Julius Caesar's invasion of Britain to America's Nazi summer schools... each day we uncover an unexpected story for the ages. In just ten minutes! Best Daily Podcast (British Podcast Awards 2023 nominee). Get early access an... more
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Revolutionary leader Oliver Cromwell was executed on 30th January, 1661 - despite having been dead for more than two years. His body was exhumed from its tomb in Westminster Abbey on the instruction of King Charles II, who sought retribution for thos... more
The BBC broadcast the first ever edition of Roy Plomley’s ‘Desert Island Discs’ - the world’s longest-running interview programme - on 29th January, 1942.
Opening, as the show still does, with Eric Coates’s theme music ‘By the Sleepy Lagoon’, the ep... more
Stud-and-tube bricks, which paved the way for Lego to become one of the most successful companies in Denmark, were patented on 28th January, 1958. But this family business had already been in existence for 26 years, mostly making wooden toys.
It lat... more
The corpse of Vladimir Lenin, founder of the Soviet Union, was placed on display in Moscow's Red Square on 27th January, 1924 - where, astonishingly, he remains viewable to this day.
He’d wanted to be buried next to his mother in Saint Petersburg, b... more
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A unique blend of humor and historical insights characterizes the content, with each episode presenting intriguing and lesser-known stories from the annals of history. Topics range from significant milestones, like major technological advancements and cultural events, to quirky anecdotes and narratives featuring historical figures. The format is designed to fit into daily life, offering bite-sized, engaging content that both educates and entertains, making it ideal for history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. The hosts share a lively rapport, adding a layer of enjoyment as they explore the past while keeping it light-hearted and accessible.
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