And now for something completely different!

Today we bring you the first of a two-part double-bill of special episodes made with the help and support of London Museum Docklands, all about the new 'Secrets of the Thames' exhibition.

In this first installment we chat about some key terms, such as 'Foreshore' and 'Mudlarking,' while digging into the silt of London's history just a little bit.

Martin presents the first half of his chat with curator of Secrets of the Thames Kate Sumnall, discuss the true story of one of Eleanor's favourite artifacts from the exhibition, the Doves Typeface, which was lost to the Thames for a century, and then we chat with the amazing Anna Borzello, who explains what Mudlarking means to her.

After that it is story time. and it's Martin's turn today with his uncanny tale, "Harry Lambeth's Teeth."

We really hope you enjoy the episode, and will be back tomorrow with Part 2, which is packed with yet more interesting stuff, including chats about The Waterloo Helmet, the Thames' prehistoric bridges, and Eleanor's story, "The Shadwell Shams."

To learn more about London Museum Docklands and the Secrets of the Thames exhibition, and book tickets, click here.

Secrets of the Thames cover image and logo care of London Museum Docklands.

The Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.

Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...

Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.

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Three Ravens is a myth and folklore podcast hosted by Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux.

In each Monday episode we explore a historic county, digging into heritage, folklore and traditions, then we tell a new version of a legend from that county. Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays and Saturdays.

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