
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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The Guatemalan island of Flores, once known as Nojpetén, witnessed the final clash between Spanish conquistadors and the last independent Maya kingdom on March 13th, 1697.
The Itza warriors, equipped with ornate spears and swords, fought valiantly t... more
What is Australia’s capital city? Not Sydney. Nor Melbourne. It’s Canberra: so named at an official ceremony on 12th March, 1913 - when the site was little more than grazing land for sheep.
But for this newly-federated nation, Canberra’s remote, inl... more
Disgruntled textile workers stormed a factory near Nottingham on March 11th, 1811, kickstarting the political movement famously known as Luddism.
Their protest was not anti-technology per se; instead it stemmed from a desire for better work opportun... more
The infamous French Foreign Legion was formed by King Louis Philippe on March 10, 1831, to help the French control Algeria using mercenaries who were more expendable than native young Frenchmen.
To this day a magnet for men who want a clean break fr... more
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I love comedy, weird facts, all that kind of stuff. This podcast is exactly what I needed, it gets my brain working in a morning and is short enough that I can deal with it when I’ve just woken up. Weekends feel weird now because there’s no episode to wake up to. However… I can hear the spit in Rebecca’s consonants, she needs a better mic!
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Excellent show, always well researched and intelligently critical but light, playful and humorous.
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This podcast offers a delightful mix of curious, humorous, and surprising historical anecdotes delivered in a concise format. Episodes cover a diverse range of topics—from significant historical events like Julius Caesar's invasion of Britain and the infamous Academy Awards mix-up to quirky tales like the story of a duke who allegedly drowned in wine. With a focus on lesser-known stories and a playful tone, it makes history accessible and engaging, ideal for listeners seeking both entertainment and knowledge in manageable ten-minute doses. The chemistry among the hosts enhances the experience, making it both informative and enjoyable, appealing to those who appreciate learning about the past with a subversive twist.
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