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Carolingians in crisis: the medieval civil war that shaped Europe 44:53

12h ago44:53

44:53

History is full of dysfunctional families, but few more so than the Carolingian ruling clan. The empire was at the height of its power under renowned ruler Charlemagne. But just two generations later, in the year 841 AD, his grandsons were locked in a vicious contest for power and control. This jockeying culminated in the bloody pitched battle of F…

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Charles Dickens: life of the week 49:34

1d ago49:34

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Charles Dickens is one of the most famous figures in literary history. But, there's lots about the author that you might not know, from his obsessive workaholism and marital strife, to the fact he was involved in a train crash. In this 'Life of the week' episode, Ellie Cawthorne speaks to Dickens' expert Peter Orford to chart the life and work of t…

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Murder in WW2 London 36:47

2d ago36:47

36:47

In September 1940, the German Luftwaffe began raining bombs on British cities, causing death and destruction on a scale never before seen. But, in the capital, the Blitz wasn’t the only threat to people's safety. Amy Helen Bell tells Jon Bauckham about London's Second World War crime wave, exploring dark moments that challenge the rosy idea of 'Bli…

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British TV history: everything you wanted to know 59:15

4d ago59:15

59:15

From early shows that looked as if they were filmed "in a heavy and persistent shower of rain" to today's multi-platform streaming world, the history of television has been marked by rapid innovation and huge transformation – and has reflected equally rapid social change. In this 'everything you wanted to know' episode, historian David Hendy joins …

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The big questions of the Holocaust 47:23

5d ago47:23

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How did the Nazis’ poisonous antisemitic rhetoric eventually culminate in the systematic mass-murder of millions? Speaking to Rachel Dinning back in 2023, historian Laurence Rees charts the course of the Holocaust – from its origins to its devastating conclusion. Holocaust Memorial Day is Monday 27 January. For more resources and information on upc…

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Happiness: history of an emotion 31:50

6d ago31:50

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The word 'happiness' came into common usage in around the 17th century, but the concept has a much longer history. So how have people conceptualised happiness over time – and how have they sought to attain it? Historian Katie Barclay is one of the editors of The Routledge History of Happiness, and she joins Ellie Cawthorne to explore historical ide…

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The 1453 fall of Constantinople: capturing the Byzantine capital 49:21

7d ago49:21

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In 1453, the once grand and formidable city of Constantinople fell to the hands of the Ottoman Turks – bringing over a millennium of Byzantine rule to a dramatic close, and heralding the rise of the Ottoman empire. But what caused this seismic moment? And how did the attack play out? Together with Emily Briffett, Professor Jonathan Harris journeys …

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Inside the mind of the Third Reich 40:06

8d ago40:06

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What drives people to commit atrocities? Few periods in history confront this question as starkly as the rise of the Nazis, whose crimes stand as a chilling testament to humanity’s capacity for darkness. By investigating the psychological and social forces that enabled such evil, can we uncover vital warnings about how prejudice, conformity and obe…

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Sacagawea: life of the week 41:00

9d ago41:00

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Sacagawea is remembered in US history as the Shoshone Native American woman who acted as interpreter to the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the early 19th-century mission to chart territory in the American West after the Louisiana Purchase. But what impact did her contributions have on the success of this eventful journey? How did her presence influenc…

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Women's bodies: an unreliable history 39:10

9d ago39:10

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The history of women's bodies is far from simple. Female anatomy and the ideas surrounding it – from breastfeeding to virginity – still cause contention today. From the surprising original Pandora myth to intact hymens being used as evidence in the court of law, Professor Helen King takes Lauren Good on a journey through the ever-changing cultural …

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Ancient Mesopotamia: everything you wanted to know 50:06

10d ago50:06

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Do you know your Sumerians from your Babylonians and your Akkadians? All these civilisations formed part of the story of ancient Mesopotamia, where city states were formed, writing flourished, the wheel was possibly invented, mathematics was practiced, and dogs were gods, pets and warriors. Speaking to David Musgrove for today's 'everything you wan…

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Who moulded Winston Churchill? 55:55

11d ago55:55

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Later this week marks 60 years since the death of Winston Churchill, on 24 January 1965. So we thought it would be interesting to bring back this episode with Professor David Reynolds from 2023. In it, he explores how Winston Churchill’s remarkable career saw him interact with other great figures of the age, many of whom had a profound impact on Br…

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Elizabethan London: a multicultural melting pot 44:18

13d ago44:18

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London today is a bustling, multicultural city. But what about in the past? Emily Briffett spoke to Dr John Gallagher to find out more about the vibrant and exciting melting pot of languages and cultures that was Elizabethan London, exploring what life looked like for the migrant population and those who lived alongside them. The HistoryExtra podca…

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Strange stories of medieval saints 40:18

13d ago40:18

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What can Saint Augustine tell us about attitudes to grief in the Middle Ages? What made women steer clear of the shrine of Saint Cuthbert? And why did pilgrims bring gifts of wax to the dead saint William of Norwich? In his new book Medieval Saints and their Sins, Luke Daly examines the lives and afterlives of venerated holy people. Speaking to Emi…

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What is the greatest historical movie of all time? 40:15

14d ago40:15

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What makes a great historical movie? An accurate portrayal of a period, a nostalgic look back at the past, or simply a ripping yarn? Well, on our website HistoryExtra.com, we've been running a poll to crown the greatest historical movies of all time – nominated by historians and then voted for by you. The results are in, and in this episode, Kev Lo…

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Nell Gwyn: life of the week 38:13

15d ago38:13

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Nell Gwyn epitomised the wild spirit of the Restoration era. An orange-seller turned actress, turned royal mistress of King Charles II, she hustled her way to the very top with charm, wisecracks and withering putdowns. Sophie Shorland tells Ellie Cawthorne more about Gwyn's rags-to-riches story in this 'life of the week' episode. The HistoryExtra p…

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How pigs caused a stink in medieval England 36:04

16d ago36:04

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They attacked children. They exhumed dead bodies. They were even thought to be in league with the devil. And yet, despite this long list of misdemeanours, pigs were an indispensable part of urban life in the Middle Ages. Speaking to Spencer Mizen, Dolly Jørgensen reveals why medieval city-dwellers were so dependent on swine – and explains what city…

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The Hanseatic League: everything you wanted to know 47:25

18d ago47:25

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The Hanseatic League was often compared to a crocodile, because it was a shadowy, somewhat sinister entity that kept its true intentions concealed. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Professor Sheilagh Ogilvie answers listener questions on this medieval trading federation. She considers whether it was a precursor to the European Union, what …

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Secret forceps & pig bladders: medical objects through time 41:56

19d ago41:56

41:56

What was it like to undergo an operation in a world with no anaesthetic? How was the stethoscope invented? And when did surgeons first operate on a human heart? Talking to Lauren Good, Dr Carol Cooper explores the history of medicine through 12 pivotal objects – from the bone saw to the heart-lung machine. (Ad) Carol Cooper is the author of The His…

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How Roman roads transformed Europe 41:54

20d ago41:54

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They spanned a continent, offered a conduit for soldiers and pilgrims alike – and may not have been as straight as legend suggests. Roman roads played a formative role in Europe's development for centuries, and have inspired its leaders right up to the present day. Catherine Fletcher, author of The Roads to Rome tells Matt Elton more about the long…

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Hotel Lux: the guesthouse of world revolution 37:27

22d ago37:27

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History is often told through the epic struggles of famous personalities or grand movements. Yet sometimes the voices of ordinary people break through. In this episode, Maurice J Casey speaks to Danny Bird about his new book, Hotel Lux, which follows three connected families through the upheavals of the 20th century. Bound by idealism, friendship a…

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Introducing History's Greatest Scandals | New Podcast 3:14

22d ago3:14

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Poisoned sweets. Criminal misdeeds. And a sex scandal involving… the prime-minister. Listen to HistoryExtra's new podcast History’s Greatest Scandals, delving into the murky underworld of The Victorians. Ellie Cawthorne and historian Professor Rosalind Crone take a journey through the backstreets of 19th-century Britain to explore the darker side o…

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Susan B Anthony: life of the week 52:23

23d ago52:23

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The name Susan B Anthony is inextricable from any history of the American movement for women's suffrage. Yet the life of the woman herself can be obscured by her status as a campaigner and figurehead. Speaking Elinor Evans, Susan Ware answers questions on the American social reformer and women's rights activist. The HistoryExtra podcast is produced…

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How the compass became a political weapon 38:50

24d ago38:50

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Why did early Islamic cartographers place south at the top of their maps? Who invented the magnetic compass? And why has 'the west' become an intensely political term, as well as a geographical one? Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, Jerry Brotton answers the most intriguing questions on the history of the four cardinal points: north, east, …

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Medieval towns: everything you wanted to know 48:34

25d ago48:34

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What was it like to live in a British town or city in the Middle Ages? Were they filthy hotbeds of crime and violence? How often did fires break out? And where could you get a good slap-up meal if you were hungry? In this 'everything you wanted to know' episode, historian Professor Carole Rawcliffe speaks to David Musgrove to answer listener questi…

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Carolingians in crisis: the medieval civil war that shaped Europe 44:53

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Charles Dickens: life of the week 49:34

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Murder in WW2 London 36:47

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British TV history: everything you wanted to know 59:15

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The big questions of the Holocaust 47:23

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Happiness: history of an emotion 31:50

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The 1453 fall of Constantinople: capturing the Byzantine capital 49:21

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Inside the mind of the Third Reich 40:06

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Sacagawea: life of the week 41:00

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Women's bodies: an unreliable history 39:10

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Ancient Mesopotamia: everything you wanted to know 50:06

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Who moulded Winston Churchill? 55:55

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Elizabethan London: a multicultural melting pot 44:18

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Strange stories of medieval saints 40:18

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What is the greatest historical movie of all time? 40:15

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Nell Gwyn: life of the week 38:13

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How pigs caused a stink in medieval England 36:04

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The Hanseatic League: everything you wanted to know 47:25

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Secret forceps & pig bladders: medical objects through time 41:56

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How Roman roads transformed Europe 41:54

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Hotel Lux: the guesthouse of world revolution 37:27

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Introducing History's Greatest Scandals | New Podcast 3:14

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Susan B Anthony: life of the week 52:23

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How the compass became a political weapon 38:50

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Medieval towns: everything you wanted to know 48:34

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