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Why did kings and queens have spectators on their wedding night? Who had the very first boob job? And did our ancestors have their unmentionables pierced? Join historian, Kate Lister, Betwixt the Sheets as she unashamedly roots around the topics which seem to have been skipped in history class. Everything from landmark LGBTQ+ court cases, to political scandal, to downright bizarre medieval cures for impotence. The etymology of swear words, gender bias in medicine, and satanic panic and cults ...
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Betwixt podcast is a unique place for meaningful conversations about the liminal spaces between faith, spiritual formation and a flourishing life. Through intimate conversations with fascinating guests, we share stories of their experiences at the brink of becoming and the wisdom of charting a course through the in-between. Join us on this journey as we explore the depths of our innermost selves and the outermost reaches of our faith. We hope our stories will help you embrace the unknown and ...
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This is After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal. The podcast that takes you to the shadiest corners of the past, unpicking history’s spookiest, strangest, and most sinister stories. Join historians Anthony Delaney and Maddy Pelling, every Monday and Thursday to take a look at the darker side of history. From haunted pubs and Houdini, to witch trials and weird UFO sightings. After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal - a podcast by History Hit, the world's best history channel and ...
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Join Don Wildman twice a week for your hit of American history, as he explores the past to help us understand the United States of today. We’ll hear how codebreakers uncovered secret Japanese plans for the Battle of Midway, visit Chief Powhatan as he prepares for war with the British, see Walt Disney accuse his former colleagues of being communists, and uncover the dark history that lies beneath Central Park. From pre-colonial America to independence, slavery to civil rights, the gold rush t ...
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A tale of rebellion, adventure and comedy. Beginners and veterans of Dungeons and Dragons, join us for a real play 5e podcast.
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The CKC Podcast is a film criticism and analysis podcast hosted by avid movie watchers, Kyle Tallman and Kyle Gallagher. During the show, they talk film betwixt themselves and guests.
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An actual play podcast focused on exploring the intersections between gender, sexuality, and mental health.
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Trick or Treat Radio is the world’s most dangerous podcast! They discuss at least one film a week, argue, make fun of each other and hope to make you laugh, some hosts might even die trying. Trick or Treat Radio has been rated one of the top horror podcasts according to Rue Morgue Magazine, blumhouse.com and Entertainment Weekly! Join hosts; Johnny Wolfenstein, MonsterZero, Ares, and Michael Ravenshadow as they discuss all manner of topics including, but not limited to: genre cinema with a h ...
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Drawing on the work of C.G. Jung and others, this show symbolically analyzes the images/experiences people have at the brink of death and attempts to draw meaningful connections to our psychology and shared humanity. For past episodes and new episodes reading NDEs, check out the companion podcast Sam Reads Near Death Experiences. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/decodingdeath/support
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Welcome to the intersection of creativity and spirituality, a pilgrimage through time and space with Lobsterbird. Here, entrepreneurship is a holistic spiritual path, where travel, art, energy, and healing weave together, creating a space for presence, inspiration, and transcendence – a Bridge to Being. Welcome to the state that exists between worlds. Cultural anthropologist Victor Turner calls it liminality, where one thing is in a state of transitioning: “Liminal entities are neither here ...
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Each week, Suzi discusses expat life, welcomes on those who've blazed their own path and brings levity to living in this new, really organized land.
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Join Sean Lally in conversation about architecture’s future, as both earth’s environment and our human bodies are now open for design. The podcast engages a diverse range of perspectives to get a better picture of the events currently unfolding. This includes philosophers, cultural anthropologists, policy makers, scientists as well as authors of science fiction. Each individual’s work intersects this core topic, but from unique angles. Lally is the author of the book The Air from Other Plane ...
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The world renowned Grief Burrito Gaming Podcast delves deeper into the topics you need answers to! Whether that’s the new video gaming trends, the most incredible films or the strange paranormal occurrences that plague the world we live in. Harrison Wild (the pod daddy long legs) drags Jordan Shenton and his wonderful beard through the land to interview incredible guests in all realms of creativity! Destiny game creators, internet animators, Hazbin Hotel sound designers and even Star Wars ve ...
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The MRDR Music Mission plays original music from musicians, poets and thieves. We love new music so If you want to submit your music or an artist to spotlight, please text us at 313.744.3031. You can also email mazzyd626@gmail.com for more music visit http://SoundCloud.com/MISTERDOCTER To see the visual side of The MRDR Music Mission please visit http://youtube.com/chicachicagoboom or https://markstenger.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/Mrdr/support
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Welcome! These podcasts address some of the common questions people have about animism, shamanic journeying, shamanic healing, the links between shamanism and psychotherapy (including things like Internal Family Systems Therapy), depth psychology, anthropology, ecotherapy, environmentalism, and more. The first two episodes are introductory ones. The first explores what shamanism is, how it differs from animism, how psychotherapy can contribute, and why we desperately need shamanic practices ...
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107 _ Jeffrey Nesbit / Charles Waldheim_'Technical Lands'
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Today’s conversation is with Jeffrey Nesbit and Charles Waldheim about their book Technical Lands. It was great to have both Jeffrey and Charles back on the program. They’ve both been on here separately but today we’re discussing their new edited book ‘Technical Lands: A Critical Primer’. As they state in the book, designating land as technical is …
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What is the origin of the word fetish? How did the war play a part in shaping fetishwear? And what are some of the styles that are most enjoyed? Kink and fetish scenes have been a part of society for years, and the clothing that participants wear is often very specific, and a key part of what makes them, well, effective. It’s a fascinating history,…
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President Ulysses S. Grant: The Myth of the Butcher
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How does a heroic general of the Civil War become one of the lowest rated Presidents (at least until recently)? To discuss Grant's commitment to reconstruction, civil rights, and the crushing of the Ku Klux Klan, Don is joined by Professor Anne Marshall. Anne is a historian of the Nineteenth century U.S. South and the Civil War in historical memory…
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Our second episode examining the very real history of Bigfoot. This time we're looking at ancient Native American rock art and meeting the extinct (or is it?) giant ape Gigantopithecus. Our returning guest is the wonderful Dan Schreiber - host of We Can Be Weirdos and co-host of No Such Thing As a Fish. Produced by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is …
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TorTR #611 - The Mad Musings of a Heavy Metal Monk
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After surviving a deadly attack by a group of Kung Fu Bandits, three friends join an Orthodox monastery in the Soviet Union in the 1970s and must prove they are capable of attaining the enlightenment of the heavy metal monks. On Episode 611 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the Estonian Heavy Metal Kung Fu flick The Invisible Fight from director R…
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The word drag is synonymous with flamboyant, fun performances. But where does the term come from and what does it mean? This more modern story of playing with gender identity’s dates back to the 1870s, and it’s a history that takes in the wars, censorship and fears. Heaven forbid! Taking us through this fascinating history of drag as we know it tod…
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Strategic brilliance? Relentless determination? Unbeatable leadership and cooperation with Lincoln? How did Ulysses S. Grant distinguish himself in the Civil War? Don speaks to Cecily Zander, a historian specializing in the Civil War era and the American West. Together, they discuss Grant's rise to General, his role in the war and why he has been k…
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When people think of Medieval diseases, hysterical dancing is not usually what first comes to mind. Yet in 14th and 15th century Germany, dozens of ordinary people claimed to be infected by the ‘dancing plague’. What was this mysterious phenomenon? What caused it? And was it even a real disease? Anthony and Maddy are joined by Dr. Eleanor Janega, c…
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Al Capone is one of the most notorious gangsters in US history. His story of rags to riches, set against the backdrop of the prohibition era, is worthy of the many movies that it has inspired. Violent mobster, genius businessman or semi-professional baseball player, who was the real Al Capone? To find out, Don speaks to Claire White, Director of Ed…
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Does Bigfoot really walk among us? Today we start a three-part mini-series exploring the very real histories of Bigfoot and the Yeti. We begin with Bigfoot and the 1967 home-movie that lit the spark. Maddy & Anthony are joined by the one-and-only Dan Schreiber - host of podcast 'We Can Be Weirdos' and of co-host of 'No Such Thing As A Fish'. There …
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King James I was a man whose sexuality was known by people in France, let alone (the newly formed) Britain of the early 17th century. So it may come as no surprise that men, such as the handsome George Villiers, might use their sexuality to their advantage and gain status, money and power whilst romancing the king. Helping Kate explore the sex and …
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TorTR #610 - An Engorged Gallery of Gothic Rogues
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A musician and his friends create the world’s greatest superhero. After a set of hilarious and offensive ideas, the two parties embark on a journey to find creativity, inspiration - and a few dick jokes. On Episode 610 of Trick or Treat Radio we are joined by Rocky from the band Knowman to discuss the film Lisa Frankenstein from director Zelda Will…
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The Post Officers "Things Betwixt IV" Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/TraMqxCBy I Speak Giant
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Viking Royalty: Nicknames, Love Poems & Victorian Myths
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We think we know the Vikings, but how well do we really know them? From the insignia we think they wear, to the names they call themselves and the way they spoke to each other, there's a lot to uncover. Joining Kate today is Dr. Caitlin Ellis, historian and Associate Professor at the University of Oslo, to take us back to this world and find out mo…
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It comprises more than half of the world's defence spending, but what is the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation? How has the United States influenced it from its inception to today? And how, during its 75 years, has it impacted the United States in return? Don is joined by Peter Apps, journalist and Reuters global defence commentator. From the sign…
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What is it about this case that holds the imagination after all these years? When did that fascination with it begin? How early on did the myths of Jack the Ripper evolve? Anthony and Maddy look at how the newspapers and showmen were quick to pounce on this case, turning these tragic murders into the most infamous true crime story of all. Written b…
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History of Sh*t: Aztec Poo Goblins to Viking Turds
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Of all the taboo topics covered on Betwixt the Sheets, this one might make you wince the most. But it cannot be denied that poo and our management of it through history has massively shaped human civilisation. What are the evolutionary reasons why we're so repulsed? What would happen if you came across the Aztec poo goblin? And what does the future…
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A wealthy man in his early 30s. An army man. A German immigrant. A bootlegger. A lover. Who was Jay Gatsby? And if he was based on a real person, what do we know about them? To delve into one of the most famous fictional characters of the 20th century (from one of Don's favourite authors, F Scott Fitzgerald) Don speaks to Joe Nocera. Joe is the hos…
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Medieval Mass Murdering Monk: Malmesbury Abbey
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Malmesbury Abbey in Wiltshire was an institution of national significance from the late seventh century until the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539. It was home to eminent writers and had strong royal connections. It housed the tomb of Æthelstan, first king of all England, and Queen Matilda, wife of Henry I, took a close interest in its affair…
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TorTR #609 - It’s A Wonderful Death Wish
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A Buckfast hunter who lives alone in the wilderness must revisit his previous podcast trauma in search of the beloved British charm he left behind on his last appearance. On Episode 609 of Trick or Treat Radio we are joined by Linus for his Patreon Takeover! Linus chose the films Pig from director Michael Sarnoski and Riders of Justice from directo…
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We've been fascinated by royalty for hundreds of years, but what do we know about their sex lives? Quite a lot, it turns out. Today we're revisiting an episode Kate recorded with bestselling author Eleanor Herman to find out about what it took to not just be a mistress of a royal, but keep competitors at bay, too. This episode was edited by Tom Del…
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President Andrew Johnson: Reconstruction & The First Impeachment
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Three quarters of a million people dead in the Civil War. A country separated in to two. How do you join it back together? Do you punish the secessionists? How do you grapple with the question of enslavement? And who do you choose to be at the controls? When Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865, his Vice President, Andrew Johnson, became Presid…
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‘If only walls could talk’ is a phrase which feels particularly relevant to mysterious murder cases throughout history. And in today’s episode, walls do have a story to tell. To celebrate Maddy’s book about Eighteenth-Century graffiti coming out this week, she’s sharing two intriguing murder cases where graffiti played an integral role. First case …
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Whilst ballet is undoubtedly one of the most graceful and elegant art forms, it also has a long and dark history of sexual exploitation. How did King Louis XIV's love of the ballet fundamentally change it? What was the patronage system and how did dancers use it to their advantage? And who were some of the female pioneers who embraced sexuality wit…
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Who is the Real Dracula? The Bloody History
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This is the incredible history of Dracula, from medieval ruler Vlad the Impaler, to Bram Stoker and the Victorian theatre world. Get ready for a very bloody history indeed! Anthony tells Maddy the story this week. Written by Anthony Delargy. Edited by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long. Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original …
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More than 200 accused, 20 executed and a village plagued with hysteria. Were the Salem Witch Trials of 1692 and 1693 the work of superstition, a power struggle, fungus or actual witchcraft? What makes them stand out in the history of witch trials? In this episode, Don speaks to Jessica Parr from Northeastern University about the alleged crimes, per…
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TorTR #608 - Wet Hot American Puppets
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A group of podcasters struggling to control their demons after the loss of their listeners, embark upon the creation of an episode that becomes the battleground for their sanity. On Episode 608 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the film Stopmotion from director Robert Morgan! We also talk about how sequels that have the same cast compare to ones t…
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Would the Cold War have happened if the nuclear bomb was never created? How did Gorbachev, Reagan and Thatcher reduce tensions between the East and West? And, according to one of the Russian authorities' most wanted journalists, how are echoes of the Cold War felt today? 'Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War' is a new, 9-part Netflix documentar…
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Abraham Lincoln is often thought of as the most loved president in America's history, but how much do we know about his personal life? Furthermore, how much do we know about his sexuality, and the potential he might have been gay? Joining Kate today are Callie Hawkins and Joan Cummins, who work at Lincoln Cottage, where he lived for over a quarter …
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England's Worst Witch Trial: Pendle Witches
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Inside the heavy walls of Lancaster Castle, the darkest & deadliest of English witch trials played out in 1612 - the Pendle Witch Trials. By the end ten people would be executed and many more lives ruined. At their heart was a little girl, Jennet Device, and a book, Daemonologie by King James VI & I. Maddy and Anthony's guest today is John Callow, …
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The Celebrity Sex Worker of Ancient Greece
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This is the story of one of the most notorious women of the Ancient world. Phrynne was a sex worker in the 4th century BC who came from an impoverished background to be one of the most talked about, and wealthiest, women in Greece. What do we know about her remarkable life? Was it true that by exposing her breasts in court, she was acquitted from a…
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At least 23 of the Presidents of the United States can have their ancestry traced back to Ireland. So why did this diaspora come to America? What was their reception like? And how have they reached the top of the power structure so regularly? We are finding out in this episode with historian Kevin Kenny, Professor of History and Glucksman Professor…
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He wasn't Irish. He didn't wear green. There were no snakes. So who was the real St Patrick? How did his myth grow? And how did he invent the goatee? Podcaster and comedian Alison Spittle joins Maddy and Anthony today as we head back to 4th/5th century Ireland. Alison's tour dates (including Leake!) are here: http://alisonspittle.com/gigs/ Edited b…
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The true story of the inseparable faction of brothers and their pal, who made history in the intensely competitive world of podcasting in the early 2010s. On Episode 607 of Trick or Treat Radio we welcome our good pal Anthony Landry to the show for the first time ever! Anthony gives us an update about the documentary Spooktacular that he’s been a p…
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The Vikings have a fair claim to being the most overly-eroticised group of people in history. It's fair to say this is somewhat reductive. What forms did sexuality take in Viking society? How was magic a part of their understandings of sexuality? And what were their attitudes to sexual violence? Joining Kate today to tell us more is Marianne Hem Er…
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President and Commander-in-Chief at a major turning point in American History? Victim of a violent and public assassination? How do you remember Abraham Lincoln? Most likely it isn't for his role as a son, husband, friend and father. In this final episode of our Lincoln series, we're going to dig into Lincoln's personal life, upbringing, relationsh…
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This episode contains descriptions of execution and torture. To be Hanged, Drawn & Quartered. Put on the Rack. Impaled on a spike. This list paints a very dark picture. What was the reality of execution and torture in the Medieval world? Was it as bad as we think? Worse? Guiding us through this very grim history is Matt Lewis host of the History Hi…
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106 _ Catherine Ingraham _ 'Architecture's Theory'
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Today’s conversation is with Catherine Ingraham and we're discussing her latest book, ‘Architecture’s Theory’. We each had our own experience in school when first introduced to architectural theory. Those classes were probably somewhat opaque for all of us. Even today you might read new articles and books related to theory and find yourself trying …
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18th Century Graffiti: Sex, Murder & Rebellion
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Whether it's a declaration of love, anger or rebellion against the government, graffiti can give us incredible insight into the social history of everyday people. By the 18th century it's recognised by authorities a serious social problem and a threat to their positions of power. How was graffiti used to fuel political unrest? How was it used to ai…
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A far-right hate group known the world over, the Ku Klux Klan emerged in the aftermath of the Civil War. So why did it emerge? Where did it get its name from? And how has its size, focus and influence changed in the years since? To demystify this terrorist organisation, Don spoke to Professor Kristofer Allerfeldt from the University of Exeter, Engl…
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'Black Widow': Serial Killer of Victorian England
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Mary Ann Cotton is known as the first British female serial killer. A trail of bodies, many her own children, followed her through life. Bodies she happened to have insurance policies out on. Arsenic appears to have been her poison. How very Victorian. But Mary Ann Cotton was only proved to be guilty of killing one of her alleged victims. So was sh…
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A group of fresh-faced new back-country rangers travel through the dangerous wilderness, hoping to uncover the origins of a tragedy that has haunted them for the past 606 episodes. On Episode 606 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the film Lovely, Dark, and Deep from first time feature director Teresa Sutherland! We also talk about what makes sword…
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How did a peasant girl go on to lead French armies at the age of 17? To mark International Women's Day on March 8th, Kate's joined by Eleanor Janega, co-host of sister podcast Gone Medieval, to explore the life of the formidable Joan of Arc. How did her visions of saving France from the English play a part in her life? Why was it significant that s…
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Inaugurated into the thick of secession and assassinated just weeks after Confederate surrender, there is no separating the story of Abraham Lincoln from the Civil War. So in this second part of our series on Lincoln, Don speaks to Adam Smith about Lincoln's leadership of the Union army during the war. Adam is a professor at the University of Oxfor…
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Mary Read and Anne Bonny are legendary female pirates from the golden age of piracy. Raised as boys, they sailed with captain Calico Jack and fought their enemies bare-breasted, if legends are to be believed. How much of it is true? How much piracy did they actually accomplish? And why do their breasts feature quite so often in this history? Anthon…
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Come with us back to Renaissance England, when writers were playing with ideas of sexuality in interesting ways. How much of a filth bag was Shakespeare? How did he play with the ideas of power dynamics for pleasure in his plays? And what were other writers doing to explore non-traditional ideas of sex, fantasy and desire? Joining Kate today are Jo…
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The Last Ship of the Atlantic Slave Trade
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In July 1860, half a century after the importation of captive slaves was banned under federal law, a ship docked in Alabama carrying around 110 enslaved people. To find out who was still engaging in the Atlantic slave trade, how these people were forced onto the Clotilda and what happened to them after landing in the United States, Don speaks to Ha…
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In 1961 Betty and Barney Hill became the first people ever to be abducted by aliens. Their story of being taken and examined by extraterrestrials on board a spaceship became the blueprint that others would follow. Whether you believe it or not, their account would go on to change our world... Maddy tells Anthony the story this week. Written by Madd…
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