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Prehistoric stone circles: everything you want to know 41:33

11h ago41:33

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If you've ever visited one of the many prehistoric stone circles that dot the landscape of Britain and Ireland, you've probably come away with lots of questions. How were they built? When were they built? Why were they built? And what on earth were they for? In this 'everything you want to know' episode, we've got the answers – or at least some of …

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The plague that brought the Roman empire to its knees 45:13

2d ago45:13

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In AD 165, the Roman empire was enjoying a period of seemingly unprecedented prosperity and stability. Then, the Antonine Plague arrived, bringing with it death, chaos, and fear. Speaking with James Osborne, Colin Elliott, author of Pox Romana, dissects the impact of this devastating plague on Roman society, and questions whether it was the cause o…

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Ancient Egypt | 2. everyday life 47:02

3d ago47:02

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Ever wondered where an ancient Egyptian did their food shop? Or how crocodile dung could cure your ailments? In this second episode of our series Ancient Egypt: the big questions, Emily Briffett and Egyptologist Campbell Price turn their attention to the day-to-day experiences of ordinary Egyptians, painting a vivid picture of life along the Nile –…

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False rumps & rotten teeth: 400 years of bizarre beauty practices 34:45

4d ago34:45

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From false rumps and fake teeth to toxic skincare and insect-laden wigs, over the past 400 years, British women have resorted to extraordinary lengths in the pursuit of beauty. Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne, Margarette Lincoln delves into some of these past beauty practices, and considers their impact on the women who engaged in them. (Ad) Margarette…

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Emperor Vespasian: life of the week 34:59

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The year AD 69 found the Roman empire in a state of chaos. Three emperors had come and gone. Civil war reigned supreme. Rome's enemies smelled blood. Enter Vespasian. In the latest instalment of our 'life of the week' series, Guy de la Bédoyère tells Spencer Mizen about an outsider emperor, who helped conquer Britain, crushed the Jewish Revolt and …

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An audacious escape from slavery 42:48

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On 20 December 1848, Ellen Craft placed a top hat on her head, slipped her arm into a sling, and perched dark green glasses on her nose. Once her disguise was complete, Ellen and her husband William embarked on almighty journey. The couple were enslaved, and had assumed fake identities in order to make a bold bid for freedom. But the journey they f…

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The Abbasid caliphate: everything you wanted to know 49:35

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The Abbasid caliphs sat at the head of a vast Islamic empire that stretched from Tunisia to the frontiers of India, which they ruled over for several centuries. But how did they first come to power? What tools did they utilise to control such a significant swathe of land? And to what extent were they responsible for a 'Golden Age of Islam'? Speakin…

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Crusader criminals: how the Holy Land became a hotbed of lawlessness 47:37

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The medieval crusades are remembered for their sweeping military campaigns. But they also engendered a brutality that went beyond the battlefield – in the form of a violent criminal underbelly, fuelled by hordes a dislocated, disinhibited young men. Speaking to Emily Briffett, historian Steve Tibble uncovers why the Holy Land became a hotbed of law…

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Ancient Egypt | 1. civilisation 53:03

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You’re probably familiar with the idea of godly pharaohs, menacing mummies and their deadly curses. But how much do you actually know about the fundamental facts of ancient Egyptian civilisation? In this first episode of our new series Ancient Egypt: the big questions, Emily Briffett is joined by curator and Egyptologist Campbell Price to chart anc…

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Ancient Egypt: the big questions | Trailer 0:46

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From the secrets of the pyramids to the mysteries of mummification, ancient Egypt has captivated the popular imagination for centuries. In HistoryExtra’s new five-part podcast series, we look back at the culture, beliefs and legacy of a civilisation which left such a significant mark in history – all in the company of curator and Egyptologist Dr Ca…

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Gulag doctors: saving lives in Stalin's prison camps 40:04

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The Soviet gulag was a place of brutality, exploitation and death. But it was also home to tens of thousands of medical personnel who had to overcome limited facilities, appalling conditions and political menace in a battle to save the inmates' lives. Professor Dan Healey, author of a new book on these Gulag doctors, talks to Rob Attar about their …

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The far right in Britain: history behind the headlines 47:18

12d ago47:18

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In the latest episode of our monthly series charting the past behind the present, Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter are joined by historian Nigel Copsey to discuss the long history of the far right in the UK. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Practical magic: curses, spells & cunning folk 35:55

13d ago35:55

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From love spells to enthral the object of your desires, to charms to influence the outcome of a trial, people turned to cunning folk for all kinds of practical magic in medieval and Tudor England. Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne, historian Tabitha Stanmore reveals the amount of power these magical people could have within their communities, and explore…

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The history of migration: everything you wanted to know 55:42

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Since the dawn of humanity, people have been on the move. Our ancestors' ability to travel across vast distances and adapt to different environments has been the key to our species' survival. But why do we migrate? When did passports first come into existence? And what impact have slavery, colonialism and war had on migration? In this 'everything y…

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Eighteen-year-olds who changed history 37:13

16d ago37:13

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In 21st-century Britain, the age of 18 marks the legal transition from childhood to adulthood. But how has this boundary shifted over time? Alice Loxton speaks to Danny Bird about her new book, Eighteen, which explores the young lives of 18 well-known figures from British history. From the Venerable Bede to Vivienne Westwood, she explores how young…

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Toilets through time | 4. Victorian lavatories 30:10

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In the final episode of Toilets Through Time, we’ve finally reached the age of avant-garde sewerage systems and shining porcelain cisterns: the Victorian era. David Musgrove is joined by historian and author Jerry White, who explains why the period nevertheless saw appalling sanitary conditions that sparked debates about the public health of Britai…

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How games changed history 33:00

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From Chess and Go, to Snakes and Ladders, Monopoly and the ancient Egyptian game of Senet, people have long had a fascination with games. But according to author and academic Kelly Clancy, these games have not only provided people with entertainment (and sparked family arguments), they've also shaped warfare, philosophy and social interactions for …

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George Orwell: life of the week 43:38

19d ago43:38

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From doublethink and thoughtcrime to coming face-to-face with our worst nightmares inside Room 101, few writers have had as much impact on the popular imagination as George Orwell. But what compelled the author of 'Animal Farm' and 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' to conjure up such dark, dystopian worlds? In this 'Life of the week' episode, Danny Bird speak…

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Lines on a map: borders that shaped world history 35:12

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People have been drawing lines on maps as long as there have been maps to draw on – whether for political, geographical or sometimes completely arbitrary purposes. But, when it comes to borders, these simple marks have had an irrevocable impact on lives and identities through the centuries. In today's episode, journalist and author Jonn Elledge spe…

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Tartan: everything you wanted to know 43:25

21d ago43:25

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We're all familiar with the checks and stripes of tartan. But, how much do you know about the colourful history of the textile famously sported by the Scottish clans? According to historian and tartan expert Peter MacDonald, some of our favourite 'facts' surrounding the chequered material might not be as accurate as we think. Speaking to Emily Brif…

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Olympic History: everything you wanted to know 45:28

22d ago45:28

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Over the past two weeks, we've witnessed spectacular sporting achievements in Paris. And for anyone who doesn't feel quite ready for the Olympics to be over just yet, we've got the pod for you. In this Everything you wanted to know episode recorded in 2021, David Goldblatt answers listener questions on Olympic history. Speaking to Spencer Mizen, Da…

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Hidden labs, sex gardens & torture attics: secrets of British royal palaces 45:00

23d ago45:00

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If walls could talk, what secrets would those of a British royal palace whisper? Murder, debauchery, treason and more, says Professor Kate Williams. Speaking to Kev Lochun, she reveals how palaces make royal robots of their incumbents, why monarchs always know where they are going to die, and what the future holds for these beloved buildings as the…

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Toilets through time | 3. Tudor garderobes 35:23

24d ago35:23

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Did constipation turn Henry VIII into a tyrant? For the third episode of our mini-series Toilets Through Time, David Musgrove revisits the luxurious surroundings of the royal Tudor water closet. To tell him more about unappealing 16th-century alternatives to loo roll, 'grooms of the stool' and Henry VIII’s gut health, David is joined by author and …

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Gulbadan Begum: princess, explorer, author 29:41

25d ago29:41

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Gulbadan Begum was meant to live a quiet life in a Mughal harem. Instead she set off on a daring pilgrimage to Islam's holy cities and, on her return, wrote an extraordinary account of her dynasty. In conversation with Spencer Mizen, Ruby Lal explores the life of a princess who transformed perceptions of what women could achieve in the 16th century…

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Anne Frank: life of the week 33:36

26d ago33:36

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Anne Frank was one of six million Jews to be murdered by the Nazis. A number of these victims' lives were lost to history. But Anne had left behind a diary – a diary that would become a global sensation. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Clare Mulley shares the teenager's remarkable and tragic story, from her impressions of wartime Amsterda…

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Prehistoric stone circles: everything you want to know 41:33

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The plague that brought the Roman empire to its knees 45:13

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Ancient Egypt | 2. everyday life 47:02

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False rumps & rotten teeth: 400 years of bizarre beauty practices 34:45

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Emperor Vespasian: life of the week 34:59

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An audacious escape from slavery 42:48

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The Abbasid caliphate: everything you wanted to know 49:35

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Crusader criminals: how the Holy Land became a hotbed of lawlessness 47:37

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Ancient Egypt | 1. civilisation 53:03

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Ancient Egypt: the big questions | Trailer 0:46

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Gulag doctors: saving lives in Stalin's prison camps 40:04

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The far right in Britain: history behind the headlines 47:18

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Practical magic: curses, spells & cunning folk 35:55

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The history of migration: everything you wanted to know 55:42

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Eighteen-year-olds who changed history 37:13

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Toilets through time | 4. Victorian lavatories 30:10

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How games changed history 33:00

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George Orwell: life of the week 43:38

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Lines on a map: borders that shaped world history 35:12

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Tartan: everything you wanted to know 43:25

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Olympic History: everything you wanted to know 45:28

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Hidden labs, sex gardens & torture attics: secrets of British royal palaces 45:00

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Toilets through time | 3. Tudor garderobes 35:23

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Gulbadan Begum: princess, explorer, author 29:41

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Anne Frank: life of the week 33:36

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