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The BHP is a chronological retelling of the history of Britain with a particular focus upon the lives of the people. You won’t find a dry recounting of dates and battles here, but instead you’ll learn about who these people were and how their desires, fears, and flaws shaped the scope of this island at the edge of the world. And some of those desires are downright scandalous.
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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories behind your favourite films, TV shows and period dramas, as well as compelling insights into lesser-known aspects of the past. We delve into global history stories spanning th ...
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From the Norman Invasion to the War of Independence, the Great Famine to the Troubles, the Irish History Podcast takes you on a journey through the most fascinating stories in Ireland's past. Whether it’s the siege of Dublin in 1171 or gun battles in the 1920s, the podcast vividly recreates a sense of time and place. Each episode is meticulously researched, creating character-driven narratives that are engaging and accessible for all. Since the first episode was released back in 2010, the po ...
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Death and Friends

Nash Flynn, Angel Luna, KnaveryInk

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Have you ever wondered about death? Sure you have - after all, you're not Keanu Reeves, probably. As it turns out, humans have gotten pretty good at dying over the course of history - and we've really committed to the bit in a lot of (death)ways. Join comedians Nash Flynn and Angel Luna on a world history tour of death and dying. What's the worst that could happen?
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GROW Greatness Reached over Oppression through Wisdom Love not hate will make the World 🌎 Great. God’s Law is to Love. Different skin, One Love and that is God who commands from above. We are GROWing over Oppression. We are Spiritual Beings and are not bound under Religion, We are bound by God to Love. Religion is about Money and Control A battle of Good vs Evil. Are you ready to GROW?Break free of the Mental chains Conqueror! We are the Keepers of the Dream as we head full steam on the Soul ...
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Kings and Conquerors is an Age of Empires 2 podcast by Cursed Mumm and Pennenbuisje. It is aimed at the casual playerbase that view this game as a long loved retreat from reality and those who love to dive into nerdy strategy and gameplay discussions. This podcast is more casual and focusses on the intermediate hobbyists, so expect some wacky viewpoints you would never hear the professional players say. Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/gmKaTeJh8X
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Pilot TV

Empire Magazine

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From the creators of The Empire Film Podcast, Pilot TV is your essential guide to every TV show that matters, providing a weekly rundown of all the new must-see TV shows dropping across streaming, terrestrial, satellite, cable, and beyond. Join Empire's James Dyer, Heat's Boyd Hilton, and Kay Ribeiro as they bring you breaking TV news, reviews of the week's major shows, and interviews with some of the biggest names in TV. Pilot TV is here to make sure every minute you spend in front of the b ...
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Condensed Histories bridges the gap between history and popular culture. In each episode of Condensed Histories our host, Jem Duducu, takes an item of popular culture and looks under the surface to find real history hiding inside, with fascinating facts and stories about history spanning all eras, and also about the development of the piece pop-culture itself, appealing to history lover and enthusiasts of movies, games and music alike! From shows on Netflix, Prime or Disney Plus, to the last ...
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The fastest growing podcasts with/for men who win. It's more than a cast of characters, these are weekly studies released to the public describing how high-level champions like Hall of Famers, World Champions, Senior Leaders, Successful Entrepreneurs, Thought Leaders, and everyday heroes found their way to success as men. We find them, they tell us how they won, we deliver to you every Sunday so you can start your week off with lessons from men who've already won. Hosted by Atlas Aultman - a ...
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Geektown Radio is a weekly entertainment podcast, which looks at all the latest TV & Film News, hosts interviews with people in the tv industry, and gives you the latest TV show UK air dates. It also includes our Geektown - Behind The Scenes podcast, which features interviews with people from across the tv, film and gaming industries. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to the Captains of History Podcast, where we explore the lives of the remarkable leaders who have shaped our world. Once, the Great Man Theory dominated historical discourse, with Thomas Carlyle declaring, ”The history of the world is but the biography of great men.” Today, many emphasize the power of economic, social, and political trends and forces over individual actions. But the truth lies in between. While trends shape history, the impact of extraordinary individuals cannot be i ...
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Intoxicated Literature Podcast

Daniella Drake and Evelyne Crowe

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A podcast with books, alcohol, and lots of laughter. Daniella and Evelyne are sisters who have always shared book recommendations with each other. Join us while we drink and discuss books in the paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and epic fantasy genres!
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She's on a mission to kill the man who loves her. Why? Because he's an idiot. Ten years ago, Nina Kimberly the Merciless was cheated out of the life of adventure that she truly deserves. Her father, the fearsome barbarian conqueror Marcus the Merciless, met his first and only defeat at the hands of, well... a gopher hole. Ever since this epic humiliation, she and the rest of the horde have been stuck in the rural backwater kingdom of Langia. Now Francis IX, the idiotic king, has decided that ...
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On March 17 the Archbishops of Canterbury and York closed all the churches of the Church of England for public worship. The buildings now lie quiet. But the church of God is never silent and we at St Bartholomew hope to bring you some of this joyful noise out into the world. The service of Evensong is one of the great treasures of the Church of England. It is something which can be enjoyed at home wherever you are, almost as much as it can be enjoyed in a beautiful building.We hope the music ...
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Welcome to the Superhero Politics Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating intersection of politics and superheroes! Join us as we explore the parallel worlds of caped crusaders and the corridors of power, dissecting how our favorite superheroes and their stories mirror real-world political dilemmas. From the ethical implications of vigilante justice to the politics of government oversight, we navigate the thrilling landscapes of comic book universes to uncover the profound social commen ...
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Featuring 98 songs for non-stop Gospel music from the latest Artists of the World 1. Sarafina Thomas - Never Be The Same 2. Jordan G. Welch - Lead Me, Guide Me 3.Tamela Mann - Source 4. All Nations Music - Nothing But You 5. Sarah Téibo - Restored 6. Miranda Curtis - The River 7. Marked Music (feat. Kris Dillard & Tristan Smith) - Good God 8. Israel & New Breed feat. DOE - Broken People 9. Adrienne Gomez - Never Knew a Love 10. Jekalyn Carr - My Portion 11. Gabrielle Styles - When God Seems ...
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The phrase 'Make America Great Again' is indelibly associated with President Trump – yet a very similar version of the slogan – 'Let's Make America Great Again' – was in fact used by his predecessor Ronald Reagan. What can this parallel tell us about the United States of the 1980s? And does drawing such comparisons reveal anything about the US toda…
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It was a calm August afternoon in Winchester. The Royal Palace (or potentially the Conqueror’s castle… our scribes aren’t precise when discussing the location, but probably the Palace)… either way, Winchester would have been full of activity, but nothing out of the ordinary. Just Royal functionaries carrying out their duties while the King was away…
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The year 1066 is etched deeply into the English imagination. Hastings, Harold, and William the Conqueror are familiar names, tied to a story of ambition, betrayal, and the seismic shift that followed the Norman Conquest. Recently, the television series King & Conqueror has attempted to dramatise this defining moment. But how well does it succeed? I…
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This episode returns to the story of the 1798 Rebellion, but also stands alone as its own story. In 1793, war broke out between the British Empire and Revolutionary France. This episode explores what happened when a French spy, William Jackson, is caught in Ireland. After his capture, the authorities learned that Irish radicals in the Society of Un…
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From armed uprisings in the Caribbean to the hidden power of ritual, song and solidarity, the story of enslaved people’s resistance is far richer and more radical than has often been told. In this episode, Sudhir Hazareesingh speaks to Danny Bird about his new book Daring to be Free, which draws on fragmentary archives and oral traditions to highli…
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This week on the Geektown Radio podcast, Dave and Matt discuss new series The Last Frontier and Revival, the biggest reveals from New York Comic Con 2025, and raise a pint to the new brewing sim Ale Abbey. They also talk about Foundation, Invasion, and The Dragon Prince, plus all the latest renewals and upcoming UK TV highlights. 00:00 – Intro and …
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Aneurin Bevan's commitment to social justice led to the creation of the National Health Service in 1948 – one of the most ambitious social reforms in British history. He was an MP who stuck to his principles in the face of serious opposition, but was not without criticism in both his professional and personal life. Speaking to Lauren Good, Nye Davi…
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Kay rapidly wishes she’d never returned from holiday after coming back to this week’s show as she discovers that Boyd hasn’t saved her a copy of his book. But that’s at least partially made up for by the fact that she gets to talk to the legendary Sally Wainwright about her new BBC show Riot Women (1:09:56-1:24:35), which we also review. Plus Adjan…
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Which crimes were most common in Scotland in the 17th century – and what can those crimes reveal about society at the time? In today's episode, we're delving into a world of violence, vengeance, bandits and blasphemers, as historian Allan Kennedy speaks to Emily Briffett about his recent book Serious Crime in Late Seventeenth-Century Scotland. He e…
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Meet Professional Fighter, Christopher "the Conqueror" Conway, as we talk about his mindset of winning, his search for continued excellences, his winning streak, and of course - his fight in the RUF cage. We talk life lessons, his current book and the journey of a professional fighter. Quotes from people like Bruce Lee and others fill the episode w…
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After five years we come to our final 'everything you wanted to know about' episodes. We revisit our first episode where Marc Morris, author of an acclaimed history of the Norman Conquest, tackles some of the big questions about William the Conqueror and his followers. Our brand new multipart specials begin next Sunday starting with a look at the G…
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Send us a text GROW Greatness Reached over Oppression through Wisdom Greed disguises itself as ambition, whispering that more will finally make us whole But in chasing more—more power, more wealth, more validation—we often lose the very things that make us rich in spirit. Love is the answer Greed is an endless craving — for power, possessions, cont…
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The assassination of Julius Caesar is one of the most infamous plots of the ancient world, but the dictator's death wasn't the only moment in his life and afterlife marked by political machinations. Speaking to Emily Briffett, Jessica Clarke reveals how careful curation and stage management transformed Caesar's funeral from a quiet moment of mass m…
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When we think of elite military units today, the Special Air Service (SAS) stands at the forefront—a name synonymous with daring raids, stealth, and extraordinary courage. But the SAS had a beginning, and it began with one man: David Stirling. A tall, charismatic, and unconventional soldier, Stirling transformed modern warfare with his vision of sm…
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Nick Middaugh returns to tell us more lessons he's learned about relationships, security, fatherhood, family man management, emotional victory, overcoming huge obstacles, contributing to more and mindsets and outlooks that are work the listen. Enjoy Nick Middaugh, as we continue with season four of TARGETED Podcast with Atlas Aultman returning as t…
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Women's role as slaveowners is often overlooked – but, just like men, they both profited from and maintained the institution of slavery. Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne, historian Miranda Kaufmann profiles several 'Caribbean heiresses' who married into the British aristocracy and brought huge wealth generated from slavery into the country. (Ad) Miranda…
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If you could sneak a peek past the front door of a Roman home, what could you expect to find? Why was having a hole in your ceiling a clever feat of engineering in the ancient world? How could sharing a communal toilet actually still be a very private act, and why was central heating a luxury in ancient Rome? Emily Briffett is joined by historian D…
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There were many ways queer people in the Georgian era fought against social and legal restrictions to express their desire and convey their love for one another, from molly houses and marriages to adult adoption,. Speaking to Isabel King, Anthony Delaney discusses his new book Queer Georgians. (Ad) Anthony Delaney is the author of Queer Georgians: …
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Picture this: we're in the midst of a brainstorming for season six, and in an effort to impress a girl, we choose true crime. Can you imagine? Anyway this season is true crime.This episode is not just about thematic choice, kick off the season with us as we navigate the twists and turns of forensic history, starting in 1882 France, where the world …
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While this episode fits into a bigger series on the 1798 Rebellion, it’s also designed to stand on its own. The French Revolution of 1789 electrified Ireland, inspiring hope and fear in equal measure. It would lead to the establishment of Ireland’s republican movement in 1791. Exploring the profound impact of the revolution in Ireland, this episode…
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If you lived in 16th-century London, would you have any idea what was happening in Paris, Venice or Frankfurt? Well, yes, according to Joad Raymond Wren – and that news could reach you quicker than you might expect. Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne, Joad uncovers a complex network of communication operating across Europe between the end of the Middle Ag…
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Dave is joined by Darryl for another episode of Geektown Radio! This week we dive into Disney+’s Marvel Zombies, the fantasy audiobook series The Dark Healer, indie sci fi heist flick The Tomorrow Job, and the new game Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown. Plus all the latest news, renewals, cancellations, and UK TV highlights. Timestamps 00:00 – …
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He established the Metropolitan police, became embroiled in years of bitter disputes over the Corn Laws, and was vilified for his political U-turns. During his political career including two tenures as prime minister in the first half of the 19th century, Robert Peel didn't always have an easy ride of it. But, argues Richard Gaunt in this conversat…
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Jessica Chastain and Nnamdi Asomugha are our guests on this week’s show, chatting The Savant on Apple TV+ (47:34-57:53) — a show that unfortunately you can’t watch, the reasons for which we get into in some detail elsewhere on the podcast. Meanwhile, Tom Blyth stops by to talk Billy The Kid (1:14:38-1:28:46), which you CAN see on MGM+. Also, we try…
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Available exclusively on the Must Watch podcast, Scott Bryan talks to Emmy-winning writer Jack Thorne (Adolescence, Toxic Town) about his new series The Hack, which chronicles the phone-hacking scandal. Joining him is Hayley Campbell and Naga Munchetty. Alongside The Hack, they’re also reviewing Netflix’s new Steven Knight drama House of Guinness, …
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Meet Nick Middaugh, Public Servant, Author, Public Figure, Child Sexual Assault (CSA) awareness survivor and advocate for one huge mission - to let those struggling with abusive pasts on the path to victory and reclaiming their life. We talk about the unspeakable silence, how to talk to each other instead of past each other, overcoming addiction an…
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The German Peasants' War of 1524-5 was the largest popular uprising in western Europe before the French Revolution. Thousands flocked to its cause as it swept across vast quantities of German-speaking land with speed, determination and fire. But what began with calls for freedom, justice and reform ended in brutal suppression. Lyndal Roper explores…
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In the interwar period, a movement emerged that brought together architecture, fashion, and even typography that echoed the hopes, anxieties and ambitions of the early 20th century. Charting the rise of a style that embodied the glamour of a changing world, from flapper fashion to high street cinemas, Emma Bastin talks to Elinor Evans about how Art…
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For three quarters of a century, the Korean peninsula has been divided between two very different regimes that are bitterly opposed to each other. But did it have to be this way? In his book, A Fractured Liberation, which has been shortlisted for the Cundill History Prize, Professor Kornel Chang revisits the US occupation of the south of Korea betw…
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This episode is part of a wider series on the 1798 Rebellion, but you can enjoy it as a stand-alone story. When the American Revolution broke out in the 1770s, it sent shock waves across the Atlantic, transforming Irish politics and society. To explore this enthralling story the episode begins with the arrival of Benjamin Franklin in Dublin - a vis…
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