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Medieval relic hunters: the quest for Notre-Dame's crown of thorns 39:55

3h ago39:55

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The crown of thorns was one of the greatest medieval relics, supposedly pressed into the head of Jesus Christ by mocking Roman soldiers. Hunted down by an intrepid pair of Dominican friars, it was brought to Paris by French king Louis IX in the 13th century, and paraded through the streets. As the relic returns to its home in the rebuilt Notre Dame…

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Tudor England | 3. Culture and innovation 51:53

1d ago51:53

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Why were festivals and feasts such major events in the Tudor age? What toxic beauty products did Elizabeth I plaster her face with? And were the works of the celebrated playwright William Shakespeare smash hits in their time? In this third episode of our series Tudor England: the big questions, Emily Briffett and Tracy Borman sample the cultural de…

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Tempting treats & festive feats: christmas shopping down the ages 38:57

2d ago38:57

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As we get closer to Christmas, many people will be heading out to the shops to look for the perfect presents. And this mad dash in search of festive gifts is nothing new. In this episode, Annie Gray, author of The Bookshop, The Draper, The Candlestick Maker: A History of the High Street, takes Emily Briffett on a tour of our historical festive spen…

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Robert the Bruce: life of the week 54:10

3d ago54:10

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Robert the Bruce may be lauded as a Scottish national hero, a noble warrior who fended off the English and claimed a spectacular victory at the battle of Bannockburn. But how to true to life is this glowing image? This year marks the 750th anniversary of Robert's birth, and Emily Briffett spoke to Fiona Watson to reveal how Robert's path to the thr…

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Germany's postwar reinvention 46:08

4d ago46:08

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In 1945, Germany lay in ruins – both physically and morally. Nearly 80 years after the Second World War, it has since been transformed into an economic powerhouse and a leader on the world stage. Historian Frank Trentmann discusses this remarkable journey with Danny Bird, exploring Germany's Cold War division, guilt over its Nazi past, the nation's…

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Robot history: everything you wanted to know 37:26

5d ago37:26

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When did automatons first emerge? Which science-fiction depiction of robots is the most accurate? And why did so many people fall for a hoax machine called the "Mechanical Turk"? In conversation with Spencer Mizen, author and academic Kerry McInerney answers some of the most pressing questions on the history of robots. Michael Wooldridge explores o…

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Britain's wild republican decade 39:23

7d ago39:23

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For some, it's hard to imagine Britain without a king or queen. Yet, nearly 400 years ago, that prospect became a reality. In January 1649, after a bloody civil war, King Charles I was put on trial, found guilty and beheaded. The 11 years that followed witnessed a bold republican experiment that dominated the lives of those across Britain and Irela…

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Tudor England | 2. Daily life 42:31

8d ago42:31

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What was the most popular pastime of the Tudor age? Why was bathing even once a month considered dangerous? And how could living alongside your pets help save on your heating bill in the 16th century? In this second episode of our series Tudor England: the big questions, Emily Briffett and Tracy Borman roam the towns and villages of Tudor England, …

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Kublai Khan: ruler of the waves 46:02

9d ago46:02

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Genghis Khan may have built a formidable land empire, but his grandson Kublai Khan mastered the seas. So how did a nomadic leader come to have such a formidable navy – and conquer China in the process? Emily Briffett spoke to Jack Weatherford about his new book on the subject, Emperor of the Seas, to find out more. (Ad) Jack Weatherford is the auth…

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Princes in the Tower: could this new discovery solve the mystery? 36:15

10d ago36:15

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The disappearance of the princes in the Tower in 1483 is one of British history's most enduring mysteries. But a brand new discovery made by Professor Tim Thornton may offer some more clues about what happened to the young royals – and who was responsible. Tim's findings are the subject of a new documentary Princes in the Tower: A Damning Discovery…

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The murders at Rillington Place: postwar London's grisliest crimes 36:40

11d ago36:40

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On 24 March 1953, a tenant of 10 Rillington Place, Notting Hill made a gruesome discovery. Inside the walls of the downstairs flat, he uncovered the bodies of three women. More were to follow. A nationwide manhunt was launched for the prime suspect, Reg Christie, and the murders quickly became a cause célèbre. In her new book The Peepshow, Kate Sum…

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Tudor explorers: everything you wanted to know 51:23

12d ago51:23

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By the time the Tudors took to the waves, much of the world had already been mapped by Europeans. So what was left for Tudor explorers to uncover – and should we call them 'explorers' at all? Historian Jerry Brotton doesn't think so. In this episode, he tells Kev Lochun how the Reformation drove the Tudors to sea, how Ireland became their Vietnam, …

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Nelson & Winnie: inside the Mandelas' marriage 40:21

14d ago40:21

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Nelson and Winnie Mandela were one of the most famous couples of the 20th century. Their relationship became a powerful symbol of the freedom struggle in apartheid South Africa, but it was also dogged by infidelity, violence, Nelson's long imprisonment and the oppressive weight of the regime they fought against. In Jonny Steinberg's recent book, Wi…

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Tudor England | 1. Power and politics 47:50

15d ago47:50

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The Tudor world was a turbulent one, with momentous decisions reliant on the whims of those in power. But how was authority felt by the average person? And what were the consequences of losing favour with those in charge? In this first episode of our series Tudor England: the big questions, Tracy Borman introduces Emily Briffett to the movers and s…

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Tudor England: the big questions | Trailer 0:51

15d ago0:51

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From vicious court politicking and cultural innovation, to global voyages of discovery and total religious upheaval, Tudor England was a turbulent – and exciting – place to be. In this HistoryExtra podcast series, we’re heading right into the beating heart of the era to uncover what life was really like for those who lived through it – all in the c…

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A Victorian cult: inside the strange world of the Agapemone 38:17

16d ago38:17

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In the 1840s, a strange, secretive community known as the Agapemonites set up camp in Spaxton, Somerset. Presided over by a rogue Anglican priest who believed he had a hotline to god, this religious cult attracted wealthy members in search of a deeper connection to the Lord. But once they had handed over their worldy possessions in order to join, t…

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History behind the headlines: Trump's win – parallels with the past 45:28

17d ago45:28

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In the latest episode of our monthly series charting the past behind the present, historians Rana Mitter and Hannah Skoda explore the historical episodes that have most to tell us about Donald Trump's win in the US presidential election, and consider the political role of archbishops through the centuries. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by th…

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Sport's strangest tales 46:32

18d ago46:32

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Humans have been infatuated with sport for thousands of years. But what drove this obsession in the first place? And how did ancient pursuits evolve into the games we know and love today? Jon Bauckham speaks to QI researchers and hosts of the podcast No Such Thing as a Fish James Harkin and Anna Ptaszynski about their new book on sporting history, …

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Ancient Egyptian warfare: everything you wanted to know 48:34

19d ago48:34

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Ancient Egypt conjures up images of pharaohs, pyramids and hieroglyphics – but what about soldiers, generals and military campaigns? In today's episode, Jon Bauckham talks to Egyptologist Nicky Nielsen about the evolution of ancient Egyptian warfare – from the conquests of Thutmosis III to the pros and cons of the chariot. Listen to Nicky Nielsen d…

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The bloody road to Rome: liberating Italy from the Nazis in WWII 39:23

21d ago39:23

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When the Allies invaded Italy in the summer of 1943 they hoped to be in Rome by Christmas. Instead, it wasn't until June 1944 that the Italian capital was liberated, following a gruelling march up the peninsula that ended with what James Holland describes as "five months of hell". In his new book, the historian, author and podcaster zones in on the…

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The invisible tracks that have shaped the world 33:10

22d ago33:10

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Each ocean voyage through history has laid down a track that tells a story. These invisible pathways across the seas can reveal how the world has been shaped by power, conquest and exploration. Dr Sara Caputo tells Elinor Evans more about how lines on a map can have real-world consequences. (Ad) Sara Caputo is the author of Tracks on the Ocean: A H…

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Should we stop talking about the crusades? 45:31

23d ago45:31

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When you think about 'the crusades', you probably think of a series of military campaigns in the Holy Land, representing a great battle between the forces of Islam and Christianity. But is this actually a helpful way to view the subject? Speaking to Emily Briffett, historian William Purkis opens the lid on historical scholarship to reveal the wide …

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Æthelred the Unready: life of the week 46:28

24d ago46:28

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King Æthelred II ruled England from 978 to 1016 – with a little gap in 1014. Known to history as 'the Unready', he faced many challenges in his reign, not least the attentions of several Viking invasion forces. It was Æthelred's failure to deal with such threats that landed him with his rather unfortunate nickname. However, as Levi Roach explains t…

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The golden age of the country house 39:43

25d ago39:43

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In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Britain’s country houses enjoyed something of a renaissance. No longer were stately homes only seen as the preserve of stuffy landed gentry. Instead, the aristocracy was joined by an entirely new class of industrialists and foreign elites, each keen to showcase their wealth and be the kings of their own ca…

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Victorian schools: everything you wanted to know 54:20

26d ago54:20

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The 19th century witnessed a revolution in Britain's schools, as compulsory mass education was rolled out, and thousands more children learnt how to read and write. But what was it like to study in a Victorian school? How tough was the discipline? How widespread was truancy? And did teachers get any formal training? These are among the questions th…

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Medieval relic hunters: the quest for Notre-Dame's crown of thorns 39:55

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Tudor England | 3. Culture and innovation 51:53

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Tempting treats & festive feats: christmas shopping down the ages 38:57

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Robert the Bruce: life of the week 54:10

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Germany's postwar reinvention 46:08

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Robot history: everything you wanted to know 37:26

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Britain's wild republican decade 39:23

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Tudor England | 2. Daily life 42:31

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Kublai Khan: ruler of the waves 46:02

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Princes in the Tower: could this new discovery solve the mystery? 36:15

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The murders at Rillington Place: postwar London's grisliest crimes 36:40

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Tudor explorers: everything you wanted to know 51:23

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Nelson & Winnie: inside the Mandelas' marriage 40:21

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Tudor England | 1. Power and politics 47:50

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Tudor England: the big questions | Trailer 0:51

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A Victorian cult: inside the strange world of the Agapemone 38:17

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History behind the headlines: Trump's win – parallels with the past 45:28

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Sport's strangest tales 46:32

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Ancient Egyptian warfare: everything you wanted to know 48:34

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The bloody road to Rome: liberating Italy from the Nazis in WWII 39:23

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The invisible tracks that have shaped the world 33:10

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Should we stop talking about the crusades? 45:31

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Æthelred the Unready: life of the week 46:28

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The golden age of the country house 39:43

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Victorian schools: everything you wanted to know 54:20

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