The best Victorian history podcast.
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A funny podcast about the environment, sustainability, and all the total guff people talk in the name of saving the planet.
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Life on a Plate is the podcast from Waitrose. Join hosts Yasmin Khan and Alison Oakervee, as they talk to some very special people about what food really means to them. From favourite dishes and childhood treats to memorable meals and even kitchen disasters, Yasmin and Alison dig into the lives of their guests – creating conversations that are fascinating, moving and funny. So make yourself a coffee and pull up a chair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From home and family to humour and epic geekiness, this is a funny and enlightening podcast about thinking differently. With autistic hosts Robyn Steward, Jamie Knight and guests.
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An environmental podcast with tips on how to live plastic free! Host Andrea Fox tackles big ethical issues with her knowledgeable guests, all in the hope of overcoming the climate change overwhelm and battling the single-use plastic guilt.
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Join Paul, Hayley and Jamie as they wake up the Isle of Wight every weekday from 6am - 10am
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Local Anaesthetic Podcast (otherwise known as LAPodcast) has been covering weird, strange and funny local news stories from around the world since 2012. Listeners can submit stories via Facebook (Facebook.com/lapodcast), Twitter (@lapocast) or e-mail: lapodcast.net@gmail.com.
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Join Philip Lymbery, CEO of Compassion in World Farming as he meets the world's thought leaders; from philosophers to the farmers, business leaders to chefs and lobbyists to scientists, they discuss, challenge and share learnings behind the revolution necessary to bring an end to factory farming and our broken food system in order to ensure the health of future generations and our life on earth. Theme music by Jordan Bellamy from original music: Run by Ross Bugden ([https://www.youtube.com/c ...
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EP059 INDIA SERIES 06 THE QUAGMIRE OF OCCUPATION
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This episode continues the exploration of the Anglo-Afghan War, focusing on the British occupation and the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan. Key topics covered include: Death of Sir Henry Durand: The episode begins by discussing the tragic death of Lt. Henry Durand, a prominent British officer, who was crushed by an elephant while passing thr…
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EP058 ONCE MORE UNTO THE BREACH DEAR FRIENDS
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This episode focuses on the continuation of the British invasion of Afghanistan in 1839. Here are the key things I cover: British capture Kandahar: The poorly prepared British army, led by Generals Keane and Cotton, struggles through deserts and mountains but manages to capture Kandahar with little resistance. Shah Shuja is reinstated as king, but …
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Welcome to the podcast! I’m recording this episode on the 1st Anglo Afghan War while dealing with selling my house and going through a divorce. The podcast is a great escape for me during these difficult times. Quick housekeeping: I’m pleased to welcome new patron Matt Anderson as a Loveable Chimney Sweep. Update on transcripts: I’ve been working o…
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Introduction: Welcome, everyone, to The Age of Victoria Podcast! Today marks a special milestone – our 7th anniversary! I’m incredibly grateful for your continued support and enthusiasm over the years. In this celebratory episode, we’re diving into a fascinating topic: the reality of Sherlock Holmes, despite his fictional origins. We’ll also explor…
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EP056 INDIA SERIES 03 THE AFGHAN FRONTIER
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SHOWNOTES: EP056 INDIA SERIES 03 THE AFGHAN FRONTIER Introduction I discuss enjoying Easter treats like nut-free eggs and binge-watching Shogun. Shout out to Two Broads Cider on the west coast of the U.S. Note about using some AI voice clips in the previous episode Welcome to new Patreon supporter Sean Spada Main Topic: The Borders of Victorian Ind…
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EP055 INDIA SERIES 02 THE ORIGINAL CORPORATE RAIDERS
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In today’s episode, I’m taking you on a journey back in time to explore the Honourable East India Company (EIC), focusing on its monumental role during the Victorian era. We’ll dive deep into its interactions with the Mughal Empire, its profound influence on art, the Maratha Wars, and the governance under Governor Hastings. Join me as we uncover th…
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LAPodcast 421: Borderline Investigative Journalism - Weird, Funny News
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Stories this week include: Amazon workers told to write to the Almighty Mascot of Consumerism if they want their prayers answered. Takeaway goes on charm offensive after receiving backlash for issuing costumer with 1,000 year ban. Llewelyn-Bowen's 'winter wonderland of magic and drama' closes after reports of rude and unhelpful staff, a broken 'mag…
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CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 2023 “The phantom rickshaw”
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In this year’s festive episode, dive into the enchanting world of Victorian curiosities and captivating storytelling. First, join me for a mesmerising 10-minute journey through intriguing Victorian trivia, unraveling captivating tales from an era of innovation and eccentricity. From lesser-known facts to enthralling historical anecdotes, this brief…
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LAPodcast 420: Polystyrene Snow, MDF Grottos and Santas with Scratchy Fake Beards - Weird, Funny News
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Stories this week include: Inflatable Santa gunned down in suspected drive-by shooting. Hiker drank from puddle and eat tadpoles to survive Texas desert ordeal. Escaped reindeer blocks A-road after fleeing Santa's grotto. Man discovers chopsticks lodged in his brain. Wishing all our listeners a wonderful Christmas and a very happy 2024! Website: ht…
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LAPodcast 419: A Nightmare In-Flight Meal Scenario - Weird, Funny News
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Stories this week include: Airline serves 'dog food' to business-class passengers in translation blunder. Restaurant in former church targeted by thieves using Bibles as kneepads. Grubhub driver who delivered cup of urine claims it was 'genuine mistake'. Child in stolen forklift leads police on hour-long chase. We discuss the inevitable rise of mec…
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LAPodcast 418: A Collection of Motley Zoo Animals - Weird, Funny News
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Stories this week include: Escaped lion completely harmless says circus. Queue-line defecation on the rise in the Magic Kingdom. Police hunt suspect who took 'Kum & Go' gas station name literally. Putin 'enlists' Satanic cannibal for Russian frontline. Alex shares another one of his hilarious childhood memories... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/…
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Stories this week include: Kenny, Tasmania's big potato finally toppled. Cabin crew spot windowpane missing at 30,000 feet. Nudist asked to leave pub after bending for a poppadom. Adult nappy mistaken for bomb aboard flight. Do you care about Belgium...? Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twitter: @LAPo…
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To become a patron on Patreon, CLICK HERE Join me as I embark on a captivating journey through India’s vibrant history and cultural intricacies during the Victorian era. Join me as I start uncover the complexities of the Victorian’s in India. Delve into some fascinating transformations of place names that shaped India’s identity during this era. Ex…
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LAPodcast 416: Chris Packham Goshawk Chick Sniff Complaint
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Stories this week include: Vicar gets stolen house back only to find it full of squatters. Elderly couple allegedly conned out of full rack of ribs. Somerset Gimp banned from wearing gimp suit and ‘crawling, wriggling or writhing’ for five years. Luminous sludge oozing from New York streets completely normal state city officials. We discover the ne…
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LAPodcast 415: A Black Backpack, Large Crossbow, Handheld Crossbow, Crossbow Bolts, Wooden Box Containing Glenlivet Scotch and a DeWalt Angle Grinder
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Stories this week include: Man gets stuck in traffic cone after sheltering from the rain. Dad punched unconscious at Christening party. Ancient tradition of 'Mischief Night' celebrated in town and cities across the UK. 1977 crisp packet featuring Kevin Keegan centrepiece for sold-out exhibition in Cornwall. November's here and so are the viruses...…
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LAPodcast 414: The Sovereign Prince and the Mission to Zeta Reticuli
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Stories this week include: Massive c*ck offers one billion dollars for unfunny joke. Secret ingredient of best-selling Chinese beer revealed. Naked man smears himself with shower gel to avoid capture. King Charles III revealed to have flown classified alien space mission. We talk hand, foot and mouth and painful testicles... Website: http://www.lap…
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LAPodcast 413: A Basic Seat with Okayish Legroom
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Stories this week include: Customer arrested after faking his twenty-first heart attack to avoid paying restaurant bill. Criminal 'masterminds' kidnap and tortured wrong man. Emotional support alligator denied entry to baseball stadium. Man pretends to be mannequin to rob shopping mall. We discuss Faecel Matter's latest release... Website: http://w…
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Stories this week include: Man forced to protect terrified dog from Halloween sound effects. Police decide to blame Satanists after failing to find missing cat. Creepy rhyming clown dares cops to take him down. Wizard of Oz slipper thief soon to discover 'there's no place like home.' 'A cough, a sneeze and I sh*t myself...' Website: http://www.lapo…
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LAPodcast 411: An Alarming Inability to Locate Manchester
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Stories this week include: Yvette Fielding claims Blue Peter producers forced her to live with dog against her will. EV car malfunctions and takes driver on 'terror ride'. Japanese wrestlers stage match on Bullet Train. Tories f*ck over the North of England again. We inadvertently resurrect 'train talk' under the banner of 'rail talk'... Website: h…
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LAPodcast 410: Dave Kennedy, A Local Space Enthusiast
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Stories this week include: Russian officials correct dead soldier's fashion faux pas. Florida man attacked by rabid otter whilst feeding ducks. Meteor strike found to be hole dug with plastic spade. Police issue warning after twenty men spotting wearing garter belts or nothing at all. We announce John Craven's death...again. Website: http://www.lap…
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LAPodcast 409: Yokels Arguing Over Their Cousins
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Stories this week include: Tories aim to fix NHS with army of robot penguins. 'Laziest Citizen' contest sets new record. New podcast reveals one man's quest to pleasure dolphins and convert miners to veganism. Couple taking selfie results in pony death. We, again, find ourselves searching for a dolphin's average penis length... Website: http://www.…
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In this episode I’ll delve into the fascinating world of Prince Albert, the consort to Queen Victoria. I’ll explore his significant role in transforming Buckingham Palace, his artistic endeavors, his influential involvement in redecorating the Houses of Parliament, and the controversial dismissal of Baroness Lehzen. In the early 19th century, Bucki…
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LAPodcast 408: Bird Matrimonial Ceremony (at the BBC)
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Stories this week include: High-profile bird sniffer reported to police after One Show appearance. Builders create shortcut through Great Wall of China Man converts police car to transport beloved bull. Passengers forcibly removed from flight after complaining about vomit-stained seats. Rob has little green men on the mind... Website: http://www.la…
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LAPodcast 407: A Manifestly Unsafe Voyage
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Stories this week include: New York becoming infested with tourist rat tours. Floridian apprehended after trying to cross Atlantic in hamster wheel vessel. Armed robbery suspect who made getaway via car, bike, tractor, sailboat and kayak caught. Yoga class triggers armed police response. Alex and Rob meet IRL... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ F…
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LAPodcast 406: Noticeably Pale, Very Thin and Tired
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Stories this week include: Burger King facing lawsuit for telling Whoppers. Jesus fails to save woman from simultaneous snake and hawk attack. Hotel serves half-naked staff member covered in chocolate at dessert buffet. Reveller bites testicle of nightclub employee after being refused entry. The great burger debate continues... Website: http://www.…
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Stories this week include: Woman becomes stranded after trying to rescue scarred parrot from mountain. Florida man arrested for impersonating US Marshal. Mancunian doggers mourn lost lay-by cafe. Experienced climbers make cash withdrawal on route to summit. Alex finally displays a reaction... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www…
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Stories this week include: Big cat spotted driving on the M180 near Doncaster Services. Man steal neighbour's front porch. Tuna sniffer ejected from coffee shop. Drunken American tourists trapped up Eiffel Tower. We add some much needed hold music to the episode... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twi…
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LAPodcast 403: A Vague Dream of Becoming an Animal
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Stories this week include: Essex mum rescued from swing. Manatee fatally injured after 'intense sex' with brother. Man claims to have irrefutable proof of blurry object. Fake employee given promotion at Wendy's for perfect attendance record. We mix things up... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twitter…
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LAPodcast 402: A Kind of Turpentine-Flavoured French Toast
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Stories this week include: American flag saved from man's skull. Newly hired driving instructor crashes into driving school. AI meal planner app recommends bleach “fresh breath” mocktail, ant-poison and glue sandwiches and “bleach-infused rice surprise”. Hull couple's five-star luxury holiday includes dead body, public sex and guest defecating in h…
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LAPodcast 401: The Beloved Gorilla of a Gloucestershire Village (AKA Pinning for Alice)
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Stories this week include: Well, that would be telling! We take an in-depth look at significant world (i.e. UK) events since we started the podcast... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twitter: @LAPodcastBy Alex and Rob
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LAPodcast 400: Unfounded Accusations Against Judges
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Stories this week include: Well, that would be telling! Also, we pull some gold from the old feature bin... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twitter: @LAPodcastBy Alex and Rob
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I’m excited to take you on a journey through time today as we cover Queen Victoria’s first pregnancy & child. Together, we’ll delve into the intriguing world of historical events, focusing on the remarkable early reign of Queen Victoria and the dramatic affairs that unfolded during this era. Recap Starting with a recap of the most significant event…
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LAPodcast 399: Asshole Tourist Carves Name into Colosseum
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Stories this week include: Popular restaurant finally laid to rest. Creme Egg thief comes to sticky end. Burger King stop bothering. Moronic tourist issues grovelling apology to Italy. The anxiety ahead of LA 400 continues to build... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twitter: @LAPodcast…
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LAPodcast 398: Ocean Pollution by Heavy Industry and Industrialised Agriculture
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Stories this week include: 'Professional' big cat hunters capture compelling footage of old boot. Cruise line quietly shelves whale slaughter tours of the North Atlantic. Woman quits Wetherspoons role ahead of anticipated mockery of new Welsh accent. Charity raises awareness of shaven pussies in the south east. Roland Rat gets another bloody mentio…
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LAPodcast 397: Escape from a Mound of Polished Stainless Steel Balls of Varying Sizes
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Stories this week include: Lunatic embarks on fruitless road trip to save egg. Police break up fight over possession of duck. Local councillor uses belly to push rival into cereal. Woman finally sacked after avoiding work for twenty years. We decide to start telling Noel Edmonds-based lies for a living... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook…
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LAPodcast 396: The Use of Supposed Priests for the Confessions of Work-Related Sins
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Stories this week include: Man performs sex act over captive seagull. Attempted robbery thwarted by brutal shunning. Cougar survives stoning by pensioner. Restaurant hires fake police detective to investigate employees. Alex's deep fakes continue... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LAPodcast/ Twitter: @LAPodcast…
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LAPodcast 395: Sex Dolls in Transit Lanes
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Stories this week include: Cardiff resident foots tax bill for 11,000 Chinese firms. Face of our Lord and Saviour spotted in gravy boot. Austrian train has Hitler-related technical issue. Melbourne commuters find legitimate excuse to buy sex dolls. We issue an apology to the People's Republic of China... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook:…
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LAPodcast 394: A Living Seagull Deterrent
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Stories this week include: Fast food employee arrested after losing bag of cocaine in customer's hotdog. Business owner pays local teenage to act as personal bird of prey. Substandard Cadbury's Flake causes embarrassment to ice cream professionals. Drunk driver claims dog was behind wheel after being stopped by police. We suggest another idiotic, l…
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LAPodcast 393: A Sociopathic Adult Pretending to be a Child
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Stories this week include: Woman finds novel way to promote OnlyFans account. Missing cat wanders into Animal Rescue Conference. Man drains entire reservoir to retrieve phone. Magical commands swimmers to collect rock from mystical island. We contemplate becoming citizens of Lamb Island... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.fa…
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Stories this week include: Knife-wielding chef spits on Benedict Cumberbatch's intercom. Man robs bank with Nintendo Duck Hunt pistol. Town mourns beloved swan found eaten. Children scribble over 230-year-old statue during family activity day. Alex starts spreading misinformation again... Website: http://www.lapodcast.net/ Facebook: https://www.fac…
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