Consistently Eccentric History

Consistently Eccentric History

The British Isles have thousands of years of history, so it's weird that all most people were taught at school was World War Two, how many wives Henry VIII had and that the Battle of Hastings took place in 1066 (always worth a try if you are trying to guess someones pin number).


If you've always wanted to learn about all the bits between these events, but only if it can be done in a random and eclectic manner why not try Consistently Eccentric History? A podcast where each week you can listen in while I tell one of my friends a story about a lesser known person or event in British history, the weirder and less believable the better. With an archive of over 150 episodes you will never again be short a weird historical fact when trying to impress others.

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Mary Tourtel (Mutiny Edition part 1) - A woman not afraid to bear all.

Mary Tourtel (Mutiny Edition part 1) - A woman not afraid to bear all.

Our first ever "Mutiny Edition" where resident host Joe gets overthrown and one of the co-hosts (Emma this time) takes over.A story of a British institution created in Canterbury, join us to discuss t...

23 Marras 202031min

John Atherton - Ghosts can be a pain in the arse

John Atherton - Ghosts can be a pain in the arse

Let's get spooky! This week's episode focuses on the consequences of a confirmed haunting back in the 1600's.There are deaths, political manoeuvrings and undeniable proof that if your mother-in-law do...

20 Marras 202034min

Violet Jessop - I'm starting to get that sinking feeling.

Violet Jessop - I'm starting to get that sinking feeling.

For our 13th episode on Friday the 13th we are learning all about the daughter of an Irish sheep farmer called Violet Jessop. It doesn't matter if it is her health, her romantic life or her job Violet...

13 Marras 202033min

William Davidson - If you want a revolution you need to at least organise me a dinner first.

William Davidson - If you want a revolution you need to at least organise me a dinner first.

Come meet William Davidson. An illegitimate son to a racist dad who just wants to be in control of his own life.He has an innate sense of justice and an indomitable 'can do' spirit, but unfortunately ...

6 Marras 202045min

Bedlam Hospital  (a brief history) - You don't have to embezzle to work here, but it certainly helps!

Bedlam Hospital (a brief history) - You don't have to embezzle to work here, but it certainly helps!

Bedlam. A name that struck fear into the population of London that it served. This week we take a look at Britain's most famous insane asylum. The treatments, the doctors and the most corrupt set of g...

30 Loka 202034min

The North Berwick Witch Trials - Sadly, everyone expects the Scottish inquisition.

The North Berwick Witch Trials - Sadly, everyone expects the Scottish inquisition.

When your child-bride is not shipped from Scandinavia as expected there can only be one explanation. Witches.Join us as we look at how the early life of King James I (& VI) sowed the seeds for the sin...

23 Loka 202038min

Edward Jenner - "My milkmaids bring all the cures to the bar"

Edward Jenner - "My milkmaids bring all the cures to the bar"

A parson’s son from Gloucester who may be responsible for saving more lives than any other person who ever lived. Meet Edward Jenner; cuckoo expert, ballooning enthusiast and avid experimenter on chil...

16 Loka 202032min

The Great Exhibition - Because we have to do something more spectacular than the French

The Great Exhibition - Because we have to do something more spectacular than the French

Old Henry Cole was a merry old soul, who loved championing the arts and industry. Let's follow him in the creation of a national event that was everything the Millenium Dome wished it could be. Famous...

9 Loka 202046min

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