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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
Virginia Woolf
E.M. Forster
Madame C.J. Walker
Spanish Conquest
Catherine the Great
John Maynard Keynes
Vanessa Bell
Lytton Strachey
Pythagoras
Haircare
African American Women's History
Beauty Culture

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 weeklyEpisodes264Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fascinating journey through the life of Marie Curie; scientific legend, double Nobel Prize winner, war hero, and all-round icon.

This episode of Dead Funny History is packed with jokes, sketches... more

Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and fact-packed journey through the history of the Kingdom of Benin full of powerful rulers, incredible art, and some very questionable British behaviour.

This episode of Dead Funny History is burst... more

Dead Funny History: Owain Glyndŵr.

Join historian Greg Jenner for a fast-paced, funny and family-friendly journey through the life of Owain Glyndŵr: Wales’ legendary rebel leader, lawman, hostage-taker and Merlin superfan. This episode of Dead Funn... more

Dead Funny History: Indus Civilization.

Join historian Greg Jenner for a snappy, silly and seriously fascinating journey into the Indus Civilisation - one of the world’s earliest urban societies, and one that deserves way more hype. This episode of... more

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Recent Guests

Dr Kathryn Hurlock
Reader in medieval history at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Manchester Metropolitan University
Episode: Owain Glyndŵr
Elis James
Comedian, actor, and broadcasting legend from Carmarthen.
Episode: Owain Glyndŵr
Dr. Jagjeet Lally
Associate Professor of the History of Early Modern and Colonial India at UCL, specializing in trade.
UCL
Episode: India Between Empires (Radio Edit)
Nish Kumar
Comedian, presenter and podcaster, known for his work on Mash Report and Pod Save the UK.
Episode: India Between Empires (Radio Edit)
Jill Burke
Professor of Renaissance Visual and Material Cultures at the University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Renaissance Beauty (Radio Edit)
Tatty Macleod
Bilingual comedian and social media star based in Paris
Episode: Renaissance Beauty (Radio Edit)
Professor Olivette Otele
Distinguished research professor of the legacies and memory of slavery at SOAS, University of London.
SOAS, University of London
Episode: Alexandre Dumas (Radio Edit)
Dr Gabrielle Storey
Historian of monarchy and sexuality, author of Beringaria of Navarre, Queen of England
Episode: Empress Matilda (Radio Edit)
Professor Brett Whalen
Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, expert on Christian intellectual and cultural history during the Middle Ages
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Early Medieval Papacy (Radio Edit)

Host

Greg Jenner
Host and historian who brings a playful yet informative angle to each episode, engaging listeners in a fun exploration of history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27.3k ratings
  • AMAZING!!!

    I loved it, please ignore

    the people who say get rid of the radio edits because they are the only ones that I can listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Random Chickens
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Super funny and informative

    Plz come out with more episodes sooner plz

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Power to the people 🙌🏽
    United Statesa month ago
  • Alexandre Dumas

    His mother is called “Labouret”, daughter of an inn keeper? La bourre Is “the drunkards” in French!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laurie Whitten
    Francea month ago
  • I LOVE THIS PODCAST!!!

    It's amazing!!! I love the format and I listen to it every day! Thank you for creating this show! ❤️ I love the victorian bodybuilding episode and the 16th century makeup episode!!!

    Thank you again!!!

    😁🩷😁😁😁🩷😁

    (also small side note... can you redo the prohibition episode? I LOVE the prohibition but i can't stand Kemah Bob's voice! Please!!!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    History Lover/NERRDDDD 🤓
    United Statesa month ago
  • Really good

    Really good and I think the radio edits are exactly the same as normal episodes 🦅🌊RAVECLAW 🦅🌊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pokemoneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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The quality of guest commentary garners positive feedback, with many appreciating how comedians add a light-hearted perspective to historical discussions.
Listeners adore the blend of humor and informative historical content, highlighting its engaging format and accessibility.
Despite a few criticisms regarding pacing and specific episodes, the overall sentiment towards the podcast is overwhelmingly positive.
Some reviews express a desire for more diverse topics and guests, emphasizing the need for broader representation in content.
There are comments about the podcast being an excellent resource for both entertainment and education, often recommended for history buffs and casual learners alike.

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Aztecs
Q: What was the purpose of an Aztec flower war?
Capture enemies for human sacrifice.
Aztecs
Q: What yummy thing, which we still enjoy today, was used as Aztec currency, as well as a tasty snack for top warriors?
Chocolate or cacao beans
Aztecs
Q: What was the name of the capital city of the Aztec Empire?
Tenochtitlan
Indus Civilization
Q: Mahenjo-Daro is one of the best known sites of the Indus Civilization, but what does Mahenjo-Daro mean?
Mound of the Dead.
Indus Civilization
Q: What surprising thing did most Indus houses have?
A private plumbed-in indoor loo.

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Frequently Asked Questions About You're Dead to Me

What is You're Dead to Me about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This entertaining podcast combines humor and history to explore a wide range of intriguing topics. Each episode features host Greg Jenner, who is accompanied by a comedian and an expert historian, diving into fascinating stories from various historical epochs. From the beauty practices of Renaissance Italy to the roles of Viking women, episodes tackle subjects that are often overlooked in traditional history narratives. The podcast captures the essence of extraordinary historical figures and events, making the past entertaining and approachable while dispelling myths and shining a light on lesser-known facets of history.

Listeners can expect a mix of laughter and learning as they explore topics such as historical fashion, royal intrigue, c... more

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2. Elis James
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4. Nish Kumar
5. Jill Burke
6. Tatty Macleod
7. Professor Olivette Otele
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