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You're Dead to Me

BBC Radio 4
Bloomsbury Group
Bollywood
Queen Of Sheba
Inca Empire
William Shakespeare
Simón Bolívar
Indian Cinema
Solomon
E.M. Forster
Virginia Woolf
Madame C.J. Walker
Spanish Conquest
Catherine the Great
Vanessa Bell
Lytton Strachey
John Maynard Keynes
Pythagoras
Beauty Culture
African American Women's History
Haircare

The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. In each episode of You’re Dead to Me from BBC Radio 4, Greg Jenner is joined by a comedian and an expert historian to learn and laugh about the past.

History isn’t just about dates and textbooks – it’s about extraordinary characters, amazing stories, and some very questionable fashion choices. How long did it take to build an Egyptian pyramid? What ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes281Founded7 years ago
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Greg Jenner is joined by historian Dr David Veevers and comedian and quizzer Paul Sinha to learn all about the global history of spices and the spice trade. Nowadays, we take spices for granted, and our kitchen cabinets are full of ginger and cinnamo... more

Greg Jenner is joined in the ancient world by Dr Moudhy Al-Rashid and comedian Marjolein Robertson to learn all about the famous Mesopotamian poem, the Epic of Gilgamesh. Sumerian poems about a legendary king called Gilgamesh began to be composed som... more

Greg Jenner is joined in late antique Egypt by Professor Edith Hall and comedian Olga Koch to learn about the life of mathematician Hypatia of Alexandria. An important mathematical and astronomical thinker, Hypatia is best known today for her brutal ... more

Greg Jenner is joined in medieval England by Professor Marion Turner and comedian Mike Wozniak to learn all about Geoffrey Chaucer, author of the Canterbury Tales. Since the fifteenth century, Chaucer has been referred to as the father of English lit... more

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Olga Koch
Comedian, writer and actor; co-host of Human Error podcast
Comedian
Episode: Hypatia of Alexandria: mathematician, martyr and feminist icon
Professor Marion Turner
JRR Tolkien Professor of English Literature and Languages at the University of Oxford and an expert on Chaucer and Late Medieval Literature.
University of Oxford
Episode: Geoffrey Chaucer: the medieval father of English literature
Dr. Jonathan Spangler
Senior lecturer in history at Manchester Metropolitan University, specializing in early modern France
Manchester Metropolitan University
Episode: Philippe, Duc d’Orléans: in the shadow of the Sun King
Tom Allen
Top class comedian, writer, and presenter known from various comedy shows and podcasts.
Episode: Philippe, Duc d’Orléans: in the shadow of the Sun King
Dr. Alanna Skuse
Associate professor in the Department of English Literature at the University of Reading, focusing on medicine and the body from the 16th to 18th centuries and author of the book 'The Surgeon, The Midwife and The Quack'
University of Reading
Episode: Renaissance Medicine: healthcare and disease in early modern England
Dr. Ria Lina
Comedian, actor and writer, also holds a PhD in virology
Episode: Renaissance Medicine: healthcare and disease in early modern England
Mary Beard
Renowned classicist, author, and broadcaster
Acclaimed authors including 'Pompeii' and co-host of 'Instant Classics'
Episode: Emperor Nero: ancient Rome’s most infamous ruler
Darren Harriott
Comedian, writer, and presenter, known for appearances on various TV shows
Episode: Hannibal of Carthage (Radio Edit)
Professor Islam Issa
A multi-award-winning author, broadcaster, curator, and academic specializing in cultural history.
Birmingham City University
Episode: Alexandria (Radio Edit)

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Greg Jenner
Public historian, author, and broadcaster specializing in comedic history discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27.7k ratings
  • lalala

    can u do more aus history? also like im sorry dead funny history was NOT it. like im sorry. but like most of the show is good. like maybe js broaden where ur doing ur history, like its mostly western, and american and some middle east but there isnt rlly enough on other things? like australia? idk GREAT show listened for like 50000 years and its amazing js some ideas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sienna7890
    Australia6 days ago
  • Funny dead history

    This is the best show ever! But pls 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻can u make more funny dead history my daughter loves funny dead history so pls can u make more episodes of it thx if u do becouse this is the BEST show ever! !!!💖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avocado456💅🏿🥑
    United Kingdom7 days ago
  • Love the varied topics

    The variety of history covered here is great and I also really enjoy how this podcast leads me to find out about more living practicing historians whose works I can follow up on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PototoNoroa
    United States7 days ago
  • Brilliant, Funny, Intelligent

    If you want to brush up on your history, or just want a laugh and learn something at the same time, you cannot do better than You’re Dead to Me. Constantly learning new information about things I thought I already knew! Tremendous fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SpikeyvBill
    Japan7 days ago
  • What a wonderful show, unless Olga Koch is the guest comedian. She ruins the discussion, interjecting her brand of feminism into every two or three sentences. I'm a math teacher excited to hear more about Hypatia but Olga has turned the episode into a monotonous room full of random voices.

    But even after I deleted this episode. I'll keep listening and I recommend you do too.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Morania
    7 days ago

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Geoffrey Chaucer: the medieval father of English literature
Q: Why is The Canterbury Tales significant to English literature?
It presents a variety of voices reflecting different social classes and significantly expands the use of English and its poetic forms.
Geoffrey Chaucer: the medieval father of English literature
Q: What was Chaucer's connection to the powerful John of Gaunt?
His sister-in-law was John of Gaunt's mistress, which connected Chaucer to him and led to John offering Chaucer many jobs.
Geoffrey Chaucer: the medieval father of English literature
Q: What happened to Chaucer during the Hundred Years War?
He was captured and ransomed for £16.
Renaissance Medicine: healthcare and disease in early modern England
Q: What is 'Culpepper's Herbal'?
It's a popular remedy book written by Nicholas Culpepper, which contains many herbal remedies and was used widely during the period.
Renaissance Medicine: healthcare and disease in early modern England
Q: What was the purpose of the plague masks?
They were thought to protect against miasmas or bad air, which was believed to spread diseases like the plague.

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A unique blend of humor and historical exploration, this podcast transforms traditional lessons into engaging discussions filled with laughter. Each episode typically brings together a comedian and an expert historian to uncover fascinating stories about historical figures and events, ranging from ancient civilizations to notable cultural phenomena. Topics often include the lives of historical icons, quirky anecdotes, and even absurdities found in history, showcasing that learning about the past can be both entertaining and informative. With a commitment to making complex subjects approachable, it likely attracts history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, eager to learn while being entertained.

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2. Professor Marion Turner
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