Mission Europe with Kate Vigurs: Chalke History Festival Special Series

"Why do female rulers often end up as the ‘last’ of their empires or kingdoms?" In studying queens from Cleopatra to Hawaii’s last monarch, Kate noticed a pattern: women often mark the final chapters ...

4 Jul 43min

In this episode we speak to Zack White about the American Revolution, the role that the Spanish played in it, how it affected the colonies and the native Americans!Grab your tickets for Chalke History...

27 Jun 17min

Uncover the truth about revolutionaries who hijacked the 70s — and why they’re still shaping our world today. Have you ever wondered what fuels radicals to become what we call terrorists? Jason's new ...

23 Jun 48min

Ever wondered what it takes to retrace a WWII hero’s daring escape? Adam great grandfather, Frank's story isn’t just tales of bravery; it’s about the unbelievable journey from crash to freedom, crossi...

22 Jun 1h 2min

Why are women such a central obsession in Greek myths, often portrayed as obstacles or prizes? In Homer’s world—myth and history blend, creating a paradox. Women are both silenced and mythologized, se...

21 Jun 32min

In this episode with Katja Hoyer I learned how Weimar’s choice as the new republic’s capital wasn’t random; it was strategic. Small, cultural, and safe from political upheaval, it symbolized a fresh s...

20 Jun 52min

Most history books only scratch the surface of Roman slavery, portraying it as just manual labor. But Emma Southon new book 'Servus: How Slavery Made the Roman Empire' reveals a hidden world—slavery t...

13 Jun 46min

Ever wondered how history shapes our present? Let's dive into the untold stories of resistance against slavery. In this episode, we explore Carrie Gibson's insights from her book *The Great Resistanc...

6 Jun 44min