Episode 1 - VIII More Than We Could Tudor
Send us a text Hello dear listeners! We are back after a long hiatus with a return to our roots, talking about the Tudors, in particular Henry VIII. In this first of a two-parter we look at the early life and early reign of one of England, and maybe Europe's most iconic monarchs, on the anniversary of his Coronation, no less! And in this week's ridiculous death we look at what happens when you're minding your business in an English country garden. Credit for today's music goes to Kevi...
22 Kesä 202458min
Episode 4 - Anne Frank
Send us a text This week we take a more sombre look at history, by exploring the life and writings of Anne Frank. We tell her story and that of her family, what they endured and suffered and why we need to remember them. Support the show
13 Touko 202338min
Episode Q - Amsterdamned
Send us a text Fresh (admittedly late) back from our trip to Amsterdam, we explore the dark and haunted side of that beautiful city. Join us... if you dare! Support the show
29 Huhti 202332min
Episode 3 - A Tragic Towton of Death
Send us a text This week we look into the bloodiest battle to ever take place on English soil, ending a period of conflict within the wider Wars of the Roses. And in this week's ridiculous death we look at why figs are still funny - deathly funny... Support the show
26 Maalis 202342min
Episode 2 - You Won't Caesar This One Coming
Send us a text This week we discuss the non-living legend, Julius Caesar. Who was he? What did he accomplish? What sort of legacy did he leave? We also discuss why you need to take care when juggling a pear. Support the show
12 Maalis 20231h 6min
Episode P - Things That Go Bhangarh In The Night
Send us a text This week for a Dark Cup of Histortea we explore one of our award nominees, Bhangarh Fort - so haunted that you are banned from going at night. In our ridiculous death we look at why you should be careful around over-amorous geographical features. Support the show
26 Helmi 202318min
Episode 1 - Tut Tut, We're Late Again
Send us a text This week for A Nice Cup of Histortea we're celebrating the centenary of an amazing yet contentious discovery - that of Tutankhamun's tomb. And in this week's ridiculous death we look into why opening the tomb might not have been such a good idea... Support the show
12 Helmi 202343min
