Best Bake With A Legend Podcasts (2024)

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Off With Their Heads! 1:02:14

18m ago1:02:14

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It's the quarterfinals and this week in the tent sees the very first Tudor week. The merry band of bakers must face the royal judgement of Sir Paul and Lady Mary as they take on a savoury pie signature, a jumbled biscuit technical and a mad marzipan showstopper. Who will be crowned the next Star Baker and who will be banished from court? Join Sarah…

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Half Baked Summer Break 0:22

1d ago0:22

0:22

Hey Nerds! We're taking a short summer break and will return next Tuesday, July 16th, with an all new episode for you to enjoy. Until then, roll up, light up, and enjoy your summer! Contact Half Baked History Follow and engage with us on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter Email us at halfbakedhistorypod@gmail.com - Business inquires only Thanks for lis…

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On A Roll With Roulades 1:32:28

6d ago1:32:28

1:32:28

It's desserts week in the tent and the remaining bakers are facing another hot day and another three challenges to help propel them into the quarter-finals. Paul and Mary have to judge a family-size roulade signature, a nutty meringue Marjolaine technical and a mini mousse cakes showstopper. Who's sponge will rise and who's mousse will fall flat? J…

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They've Had It, Once And Floral 1:06:41

14d ago1:06:41

1:06:41

It's a first in the tent this week as the seven remaining bakers face three botanically themed challenges under the watchful eyes of the judges and the burning heat of the sun! The contestants must face a citrus meringue pie signature, a herby fougasse bread technical and a tiered floral cake showstopper in their bid to become the next Star Baker. …

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The Assassination of John F. Kennedy 1:18:48

15d ago1:18:48

1:18:48

John F. Kennedy was one of the youngest people ever elected as President of the United States. His legacy was cemented by his commitment to NASA, the founding of the Peace Corps, and his fight against Communism. His first and only term as President would be cut short however during a visit to Dallas, Texas where he would ultimately be assassinated.…

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Bake Well in Pastry Week 1:34:48

20d ago1:34:48

1:34:48

The remaining eight bakers tackle a troublesome challenge: pastry week. The heat is on and the butter must stay chilled as our intrepid contestants face a Danish pastry signature, a classic Derbyshire technical and a fiddly filo showstopper. Who hasn't laminated their layers? Who's dough has lost its rise? And who's got a soggy bottom? Join Sarah, …

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Things Can Only Get Batter 1:00:28

28d ago1:00:28

1:00:28

It's Bake Off's very first batter week and the remaining contestants are whisking up a storm in their attempts to be crowned the next star baker of the 2016 series. This week the bakers face a flavoursome Yorkshire Pudding signature, a delicate piped pancake technical and a devilishly hot churros showstopper. Join Jane, Howard and Host Sarah as the…

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The Battle of Gettysburg 1:31:14

29d ago1:31:14

1:31:14

The Battle of Gettysburg was a pivotal moment during the American Civil War. At the time of the battle, the Union and Confederate armies were rife with leadership issues and missed opportunities. The eventual Union victory would be a turning point in the war even if at the time it was difficult to believe the war would continue for two more years. …

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To Yeast or Not To Yeast 1:16:58

1M ago1:16:58

1:16:58

Bread week is upon us and with Paul Hollywood's steely blue eyes judging all of our bakers' doughy creations, everyone kneads to up their game to impress. The remaining ten bakers take on a chocolate loaf signature, a German Dampfnudel technical and a plaited multi-flour centrepiece showstopper. Join Sarah, Howard, Jane and special guest podcaster …

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Ambitious Biscuity Bakes 1:08:03

1M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

It's time for biscuit week where our 11 remaining hopefuls have to tackle a whole biscuit barrel of tea-time treats: an iced biscuit signature, a Viennese whirls technical and a 3D gingerbread scene showstopper. Join Sarah, Howard and Jane as they take a look back over biscuit week and question if you can ever be too ambitious with your biccies. Wh…

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Mirror, Mirror on the Cake 1:13:32

2M ago1:13:32

1:13:32

It's cake week, and Howard Middleton, Jane Beedle and host Sarah Taylor are looking back to the first episode of Series 7. A new batch of bakers are ready and rearing to go with a citrus drizzle signature, a juicy Jaffa cake technical and a smooth mirror glaze showstopper. Who will win the first coveted Star Baker award and whose cake has fallen fl…

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Kent State Massacre 54:31

2M ago54:31

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Protests are part of America's foundation but sometimes they end in tragedy like at Kent State University. In 1970, the United States National Guard killed and injured multiple college students at Kent State University in Ohio. Students were protesting the Vietnam War and America's invasion of Cambodia. Roll up, light up, and prepare to stand up fo…

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Jane's Bake Off Journey 33:28

2M ago33:28

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The Bake Down returns for another series, going back over past Bake Off seasons, and this time, it's the turn of finalist Jane Beedle. Join Jane and Bake with a Legend host Sarah as they look back over Series 7, remembering the highs and lows, the burnt bakes and the flat cakes, the handshakes and the star bakers. This year we're also bringing back…

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Roe v. Wade & The History of Abortion in America 1:09:07

2M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

Roe v. Wade was one of the most famous Supreme Court Cases in the United States. This monumental ruling would shape how America handled abortions for decades, until its eventual overturning in June of 2022. But before Roe v Wade, what was abortion like in the United States? And where are we now? Roll up, light up, and fight for the right to choose …

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The Alamo - Remember It! 1:01:59

3M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

The Alamo was an integral stronghold during the Texas Revolution and a stepping stone for Texas achieving independence from Mexico. Defended by the likes of Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, and William B. Travis, the Alamo was a last stand for nearly 200 men against Mexican forces. Their sacrifice turned into a rallying cry which helped push the Texas Rev…

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Leonardo da Vinci - The Renaissance Man 59:20

3M ago59:20

59:20

Leonardo da Vinci is probably best known for his paintings the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper. But did you know he was also an inventor and mathematical genius? Inside the pages of da Vinci's famous notebooks lied much of our early knowledge about the human body and many of his engineering feats were hundreds of years before their time. Roll up, lig…

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Thick'n'Juicy Live Set 30.03.24 1:34:00

3M ago1:34:00

1:34:00

Thick'n'Juicy Live Set 30.03.24 by DJ Alex TaylorBy DJ Alex Taylor

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Sacagawea - The Key to the Lewis and Clark Expedition 54:32

4M ago54:32

54:32

Sacagawea was an integral part of the Lewis and Clark Expedition which explored the United States' newly acquired land thanks to the Louisiana Purchase. Without the guidance and translation Sacagwea provided, one could argue the journey might never have succeeded. Roll up, light up, and prepare to explore new lands in another episode of this weed f…

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Sojourner Truth - "Ain't I A Woman" 45:36

4M ago45:36

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Sojourner Truth may have been born into slavery, but after escaping she continued on a path that would shape the rest of her life. Sojourner was one of the most well known abolitionists of her time culminating with her famous speech, "Aint I A Woman?". She dedicated herself to activism for African-American rights, and was the first black woman to w…

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Jackie Robinson - American Baseball Legend 53:41

4M ago53:41

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Though considered "America's National Pastime", it took baseball over 100 years to be inclusive for all Americans. Jackie Robinson was the first man to break the "color line" that separated black and white players from playing on the same teams during the Jim Crow era. Through his incredible athletic abilities, determination, and resolve, Jackie Ro…

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Malcolm X 57:26

5M ago57:26

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Malcolm X was an American Muslim minister and human rights activist during the Civil Rights Movement who was surrounded by controversy. A polarizing figure in American history, even Malcom X’s death is shrouded in mystery. After overcoming adversity in young adulthood he was quickly swept up in being a national leader at odds with his contemporarie…

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Albert Einstein - The Celebrity Genius 1:00:23

5M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Albert Einstein is arguably the most famous genius of all time, if not the 20th century. The renowned physicist set the table for modern physics with his discoveries as a young man. But the Nobel Prize winning genius didn't just challenge our world view, he also managed to escape Nazi controlled Germany and was (perhaps surprisingly) quite the ladi…

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Xerxes and the 300 Spartans 59:13

6M ago59:13

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Xerxes I had the largest empire in the world but he had a thirst for expansion. The Achaemenid Empire, also known as the Persian Empire, controlled most of the Middle East by the year 480 BCE. But Xerxes was determined to spread into Ancient Greece which led him to the Battle of Thermopylae where he faced off against King Leonidas and his 300 Spart…

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Goodbye to 2023 1:05:25

6M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

As we prepare to welcome in the New Year, four returning bakers are back to whip up some delightful dishes to take us in to 2024. Mark, Maxy, Maggie & Jurgen are back in the tent and taking on three new challenges: a religieuse signature, a galette des rois technical and a smash-cake showstopper. Paul and Prue are ready with their tasting forks and…

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Baking Spirits Bright 1:06:14

7M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

It's Christmas time, and this year we have 6 ghosts of bakers past 'haunting' the tent. Sophie, Carole, Amelia, George, Linda and our very own Dan all return to face three challenges set by Paul 'Scrooge' Hollywood and Prue 'Festive Cheer' Leith. A mince pie signature, snowflake puff pastry technical and a redemption cake showstopper are all that s…

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The History of Christmas 58:09

7M ago58:09

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Gather around the fire and stockings as we tell you the long history of the Christmas season! Christmas has gone through many rebrands, from its pagan origins before the birth of Christ to the modern image of Santa Claus. Learn about the traditions of this holiday with its Christmas Trees and gift givings, and tune in as we discuss some of the icon…

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Your Questions Answered 1:01:49

7M ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Thanks to our amazing listeners who have sent in so many fabulous questions that we had to do another episode just to answer them all! Join Sarah and she puts your questions to Dan, Jane and Howard in a bonus episode to round off season 14 of the Great British Bake Off. We have many virtual classes on sale now for you to enjoy and learn from the co…

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Mozart the Musical Genius 1:00:48

7M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a skilled composer who rode his talents into the upper crust of society in the 1700s. From the young age of four Mozart was a known musical genius and it wasn’t long before his talents were known throughout Europe. The young star shined bright during the classical period, but the crash and burn for the prodigy was just a…

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The Final Choux-down 1:13:00

7M ago1:13:00

1:13:00

We've made it to the final and with only three bakes left, it's nearly time to crown one baker the final winner of Bake Off 2023. Dan, Josh & Matty have to present a classic éclair signature, an old school lardy cake technical and a jaw-dropping origin cake showstopper. Who will pull out all the stops to stand out from the rest and be declared the …

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Bon Apetit! 1:13:30

8M ago1:13:30

1:13:30

With one more week to go before the final, the tent is hotting up and it's Patisserie that's on the cards this week for the final 4 bakers. Paul and Prue are looking for perfection in the financier signature, tarte aux pommes technical and Millefoglie showstopper. Who will fall at the final hurdle and who will be series 14's final star baker before…

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Mother Teresa - Saint or Sinner? 52:12

8M ago52:12

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Mother Teresa became a household name thanks to her humanitarian efforts among the poor of India. Her missionary work spread across the world and made her one of the most famous figures in the history of Catholicism. But criticisms of the famous nun have raised questions about this Saint's legacy. Roll up, light up, and say your prayers for another…

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Disco Inferno 1:03:52

8M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

Dig out your platform heels, top up your body glitter and do the Locomotion...cos it's party week! The remaining 5 bakers face a Conga line-up of three challenges that stand between them and a place in the semi-finals. Josh, Dan, Matty, Christy and Tasha are tasked with whipping up the perfect sausage roll, a cheeky caterpillar cake and a beige-is-…

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Pudding on a Brave Face 1:10:49

8M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

With only six bakers still in the running, desserts are on the menu this week. With a wobbly creme caramel signature, a steamy treacle pudding technical and an explosive meringue bombe showstopper, all the bakers are in danger of being the seventh baker to leave the tent, but only one can grab the elusive star baker title. So join Sarah, Dan, Jane …

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The History of Thanksgiving 55:30

8M ago55:30

55:30

Thanksgiving may be considered the start of the Christmas holiday season, but it has longstanding traditions all its own! This food-centric holiday originated with the pilgrims and made multiple comebacks through American wars before becoming the well known holiday that it is today. Roll up, light up, and grab that turkey leg for another episode of…

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Flower Power 1:10:08

8M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Over halfway through and only seven bakers remain to take on the second ever Botanicals week. Drawing flavour inspiration from the natural world, the magnificent seven whip up spiced buns in the signature, lemon & thyme drizzle cakes in the technical and floral entremets desserts in the showstopper. Whose flowers will flourish and whose spices will…

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In Hot Water (Pastry) 1:08:24

9M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

It's pastry week and the remaining nine hopeful bakers tackle a trio of tricky tasks involving three different kinds of pastry: hot water pastry picnic pies, rough puff dauphinoise pithiviers and sweet shortcrust decorative fruit pies. Who will create picture perfect pastry and which two bakers will be in hot water in a double elimination? Join Sar…

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The Brothers Grimm and the Dark Origin of Modern Fairytales 59:06

9M ago59:06

59:06

We all know the classic fairytales of Cinderella, Snow White, Hansel and Gretel to name a few, but do you know how twisted and dark those tales originally were? The Brothers Grimm spent their career compiling these stories that were originally local folklore tales throughout Germany in the hopes of creating a united culture and identity around thes…

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Chocs Away! 1:04:09

9M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

The hottest day in the tent can only mean one thing: it's chocolate week. The remaining nine bakers faced three challenges choc-a-block with everyone's favourite treat, including a European torte signature, a white chocolate cheesecake technical, and not forgetting the chocolate box cake showstopper spectacular. Who kept their temper and who was me…

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Plaits The Way To Do It 1:10:48

9M ago1:10:48

1:10:48

The dreaded bread week is upon us, and as Paul prowls the tent, the bakers are faced with another three challenges to test their skills in week three: a cottage loaf signature, Devonshire Split technical and plaited centrepiece showstopper. Will there be any more handshakes awarded, or is everyone in deep dough? Join Sarah, Howard, Dan and Jane as …

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Exorcisms: A History 47:26

9M ago47:26

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Exorcisms can be found throughout history, in every civilization and in every culture. Though it wasn't until 1973's The Exorcist that it really became mainstream. Discover how demons and exorcisms came to be in the Christian religion, and the true stories of two exorcisms that took place in the very recent past. Roll up, light up, and prepare to e…

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Mallow Out, Man! 1:12:39

9M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

Biscuit week is upon us, and all the bakers are hoping not to snap under the pressure. The eleven remaining bakers are tasked with whipping up a marshmallow biscuit signature, a classic custard cream technical and a beautiful biscuit illusion showstopper. Who will be the next lucky contestant to win the second Star Baker title, and who's cookie has…

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Beresford Sundays 24.09.23 2:55:01

9M ago2:55:01

2:55:01

Tracklisting :1. ALIEN SUPERSTAR - Beyoncé2. Deep Inside Of Me (Extended Mix) - Bob Sinclar X A-Trak X Mele3. Lady (Hear Me Tonight) (Extended) - Modjo4. Living My Life (Golden) (Extended) - Higgo x Jill Scott5. Enjoy The Ride (James Talk & Ridney Remix) - Roy Davis Jr. feat. J.Noize & Kaye Fox6. My Paradise (Extended Mix) - Jamie Jones7. Body Funk…

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To Raspberry or not To Raspberry? 1:08:39

10M ago1:08:39

1:08:39

And so it begins...cake week starts off another year in the Bake Off tent as 12 new hopefuls don their aprons and whip up three new challenges for Paul, Prue, Noel and new host Alison. We had split buttercream, lopsided cake and runny ganache, as all the bakers tried to hold their nerve in Bake Off's 14th series. Join Dan, Jane, Howard and Sarah as…

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The Wright Brothers and the First Piloted Flight 54:07

10M ago54:07

54:07

Wilbur and Orville Wright went from not finishing high school to being the first men to achieve flight in human history! Discover how the Wright Brothers developed and built the first aircraft which took them to new heights of stardom around the world. Roll up, light up, and prepare for take off in another episode of this weed fueled podcast! Conta…

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Let's Meet The Class of 2023 59:52

10M ago59:52

59:52

Hurrah! It's back again! Bake Off returns in the UK on 26th September and in the USA on 29th September and we hope we'll be your perfect accompaniment to the new series. Host of Bake With A Legend Sarah Taylor, is joined by Bake Off legends Jane Beedle, Howard Middleton and Dan Beasley Harling to assess our new dozen as we try to work out who the p…

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Frida Kahlo 56:59

10M ago56:59

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Firda Kahlo may be best recognized by her iconic unibrow, but she's also known as one of the most significant artists of the 20th century. The Mexican painter and political activist "lived dying", having survived a horrific accident as a teenager and turning that torture into some of the most recognizable paintings of all time. Roll up, light up, a…

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Vlad the Impaler - Some Call Him Dracula 55:34

11M ago55:34

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Vlad the Impaler left his mark on the world with the horrific acts he committed on people during the Middle Ages. The ruthless ruler was responsible for the deaths of thousands via torturous methods such as impalement. His bloodlust may have even helped to inspire Bram Stoker's own monster, Dracula. Roll up, light up, and prepare for some impaling …

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D-Day and Operation Overlord 1:00:04

11M ago1:00:04

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Operation Overlord, otherwise known as the Battle of Normandy or D-Day, was the successful invasion of German-occupied France that reopened the western front during World War II. While Germany was distracted fighting the Soviet Union on the eastern front, the Allies were busy planning the largest seaborne invasion up to that point. Learn how the Al…

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Sir Isaac Newton - The Father of Gravity 1:00:11

11M ago1:00:11

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Isaac Newton's discoveries of gravity and physics turned the scientific world upside down. His works helped to power the European Enlightenment, accounted for the discovery of white light, and even involved building the first Newtonian Telescope. The contributions he made to England were so great he was even bestowed knighthood. Roll up, light up, …

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a brief pause 0:44

12M ago0:44

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due to logistical difficulties, michael and mark are taking a break this week. do go back and listen to any previous episodes you may have missed and tune in next monday for the season finale! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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