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Who moulded Winston Churchill? 55:55

13h ago55:55

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Later this week marks 60 years since the death of Winston Churchill, on 24 January 1965. So we thought it would be interesting to bring back this episode with Professor David Reynolds from 2023. In it, he explores how Winston Churchill’s remarkable career saw him interact with other great figures of the age, many of whom had a profound impact on Br…

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Elizabethan London: a multicultural melting pot 44:18

1d ago44:18

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London today is a bustling, multicultural city. But what about in the past? Emily Briffett spoke to Dr John Gallagher to find out more about the vibrant and exciting melting pot of languages and cultures that was Elizabethan London, exploring what life looked like for the migrant population and those who lived alongside them. The HistoryExtra podca…

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Strange stories of medieval saints 40:18

5h ago40:18

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What can Saint Augustine tell us about attitudes to grief in the Middle Ages? What made women steer clear of the shrine of Saint Cuthbert? And why did pilgrims bring gifts of wax to the dead saint William of Norwich? In his new book Medieval Saints and their Sins, Luke Daly examines the lives and afterlives of venerated holy people. Speaking to Emi…

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What is the greatest historical movie of all time? 40:15

4d ago40:15

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What makes a great historical movie? An accurate portrayal of a period, a nostalgic look back at the past, or simply a ripping yarn? Well, on our website HistoryExtra.com, we've been running a poll to crown the greatest historical movies of all time – nominated by historians and then voted for by you. The results are in, and in this episode, Kev Lo…

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Nell Gwyn: life of the week 38:13

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Nell Gwyn epitomised the wild spirit of the Restoration era. An orange-seller turned actress, turned royal mistress of King Charles II, she hustled her way to the very top with charm, wisecracks and withering putdowns. Sophie Shorland tells Ellie Cawthorne more about Gwyn's rags-to-riches story in this 'life of the week' episode. The HistoryExtra p…

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How pigs caused a stink in medieval England 36:04

6d ago36:04

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They attacked children. They exhumed dead bodies. They were even thought to be in league with the devil. And yet, despite this long list of misdemeanours, pigs were an indispensable part of urban life in the Middle Ages. Speaking to Spencer Mizen, Dolly Jørgensen reveals why medieval city-dwellers were so dependent on swine – and explains what city…

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The Hanseatic League: everything you wanted to know 47:25

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The Hanseatic League was often compared to a crocodile, because it was a shadowy, somewhat sinister entity that kept its true intentions concealed. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Professor Sheilagh Ogilvie answers listener questions on this medieval trading federation. She considers whether it was a precursor to the European Union, what …

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Secret forceps & pig bladders: medical objects through time 41:56

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What was it like to undergo an operation in a world with no anaesthetic? How was the stethoscope invented? And when did surgeons first operate on a human heart? Talking to Lauren Good, Dr Carol Cooper explores the history of medicine through 12 pivotal objects – from the bone saw to the heart-lung machine. (Ad) Carol Cooper is the author of The His…

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How Roman roads transformed Europe 41:54

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They spanned a continent, offered a conduit for soldiers and pilgrims alike – and may not have been as straight as legend suggests. Roman roads played a formative role in Europe's development for centuries, and have inspired its leaders right up to the present day. Catherine Fletcher, author of The Roads to Rome tells Matt Elton more about the long…

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Hotel Lux: the guesthouse of world revolution 37:27

11d ago37:27

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History is often told through the epic struggles of famous personalities or grand movements. Yet sometimes the voices of ordinary people break through. In this episode, Maurice J Casey speaks to Danny Bird about his new book, Hotel Lux, which follows three connected families through the upheavals of the 20th century. Bound by idealism, friendship a…

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Introducing History's Greatest Scandals | New Podcast 3:14

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Poisoned sweets. Criminal misdeeds. And a sex scandal involving… the prime-minister. Listen to HistoryExtra's new podcast History’s Greatest Scandals, delving into the murky underworld of The Victorians. Ellie Cawthorne and historian Professor Rosalind Crone take a journey through the backstreets of 19th-century Britain to explore the darker side o…

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Susan B Anthony: life of the week 52:23

12d ago52:23

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The name Susan B Anthony is inextricable from any history of the American movement for women's suffrage. Yet the life of the woman herself can be obscured by her status as a campaigner and figurehead. Speaking Elinor Evans, Susan Ware answers questions on the American social reformer and women's rights activist. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced…

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How the compass became a political weapon 38:50

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Why did early Islamic cartographers place south at the top of their maps? Who invented the magnetic compass? And why has 'the west' become an intensely political term, as well as a geographical one? Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Jerry Brotton answers the most intriguing questions on the history of the four cardinal points: north, east, …

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Medieval towns: everything you wanted to know 48:34

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What was it like to live in a British town or city in the Middle Ages? Were they filthy hotbeds of crime and violence? How often did fires break out? And where could you get a good slap-up meal if you were hungry? In this 'everything you wanted to know' episode, historian Professor Carole Rawcliffe speaks to David Musgrove to answer listener questi…

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Harold Wilson: the rock 'n' roll prime minister 32:02

16d ago32:02

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Harold Wilson is as central to the story of sixties Britain as the Beatles, Profumo and miniskirts. Admirers applauded the social reforms he introduced while in office; his critics accused the prime minister of being Machiavellian. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, former home secretary Alan Johnson – who has just written a biography of Wil…

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Who is buried at Sutton Hoo? 43:16

17d ago43:16

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The Sutton Hoo ship burial is one of the most famous discoveries in British archaeological history. But who is actually buried there? Or perhaps a better question is: why was the man buried with such a wealth of exotic goods? Dr Helen Gittos has a fascinating new theory that may alter our understanding of this major archaeological discovery. David …

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Sex and Christianity: 2,000 years of love and fury 39:50

18d ago39:50

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What were Jesus's views on sex? Why did so many Christians choose a life of celibacy? Has the church ever been tolerant of homosexuality? These are some of the questions explored by Professor Diarmaid MacCulloch in his new book Lower than the Angels, a sweeping 2,000-year history of sex and Christianity, which he expects will annoy a great many peo…

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Catherine the Great: life of the week 40:15

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Catherine the Great stands out from the rulers of Imperial Russia – a 'philosopher empress' whose wit, political savvy, and unyielding ambition transformed her empire into a European powerhouse. Seizing the throne through an audacious coup against her own husband, Catherine wielded her authority with an iron grip, balancing the volatile ambitions o…

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The Second Norman Conquest 49:16

20d ago49:16

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William of Normandy famously invaded England in 1066 – but, he didn't quite conquer it all. In fact, the duty of leading a second assault was left to his son William Rufus almost 30 years later. Speaking to David Musgrove, Sophie Ambler and Fiona Edmonds reveal how the second Norman Conquest came about in the 1090s, and explain how this story playe…

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The Carolingians: everything you wanted to know 43:02

21d ago43:02

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The early medieval Carolingian empire played a crucial role in the development of Europe throughout the Middle Ages. Though the dynasty itself was not that long-lived, it was star-studded with famous rulers such as Charles Martel and Charlemagne, and its legacy stretched far and wide. In this 'everything you want to know' episode, Professor Matthew…

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The SAS in WW2: everything you wanted to know 51:11

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Series two of SAS Rogue Heroes hits our screens later this week, so we're bringing you an episode to get you up to scratch on the WW2 escapades of Britain’s elite special forces. Why was the SAS – or Special Air Service – first founded? Who was responsible for its creation? And what impact did a parachuting padre have on the morale of its men in th…

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Arnhem: 24 hours that shattered Allied dreams 35:00

23d ago35:00

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The morning of Tuesday 19 September 1944 was ripe with possibility for Allied forces at Arnhem, says Al Murray. Just 24 hours later, the die of defeat had well and truly been cast. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, the comedian and history buff discusses the failure of this bold attempt to deliver a crushing blow to Nazi Germany – and consi…

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Tudor England | 5. The wider world 41:07

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The 16th century is often seen as a 'golden age' of exploration, which witnessed England's emergence as a major player on the European stage. But it was also a period in which the English became embroiled in international wars and slave trading. In this fifth and final episode of our series Tudor England: the big questions, Emily Briffett and Tracy…

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2024 in review: history behind the headlines 46:22

26d ago46:22

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Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter look back at the history behind some of the year's biggest news stories in this special episode of our monthly series From the rise of AI to a plethora of elections and life-saving vaccines, it's been a busy 12 months. Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter look back at the history behind some of the biggest stories of the year –…

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Shipwrecks: a porthole to the past 53:18

27d ago53:18

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From a sunken Tudor flagship brought back to life by the wonders of osteoarchaeology, to the tales of bravery and endurance surrounding the tragic fate of WW2's SS Gairsoppa, shipwrecks can reveal far more about human history than you might initially expect. Drawing on his experience as a diver and maritime archaeologist, David Gibbins speaks to Em…

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Who moulded Winston Churchill? 55:55

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Elizabethan London: a multicultural melting pot 44:18

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Strange stories of medieval saints 40:18

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What is the greatest historical movie of all time? 40:15

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Nell Gwyn: life of the week 38:13

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How pigs caused a stink in medieval England 36:04

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The Hanseatic League: everything you wanted to know 47:25

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Secret forceps & pig bladders: medical objects through time 41:56

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How Roman roads transformed Europe 41:54

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Hotel Lux: the guesthouse of world revolution 37:27

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Introducing History's Greatest Scandals | New Podcast 3:14

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Susan B Anthony: life of the week 52:23

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How the compass became a political weapon 38:50

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Medieval towns: everything you wanted to know 48:34

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Harold Wilson: the rock 'n' roll prime minister 32:02

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Who is buried at Sutton Hoo? 43:16

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Sex and Christianity: 2,000 years of love and fury 39:50

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Catherine the Great: life of the week 40:15

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The Second Norman Conquest 49:16

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The Carolingians: everything you wanted to know 43:02

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The SAS in WW2: everything you wanted to know 51:11

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Arnhem: 24 hours that shattered Allied dreams 35:00

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Tudor England | 5. The wider world 41:07

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2024 in review: history behind the headlines 46:22

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Shipwrecks: a porthole to the past 53:18

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