What is the history podcast?
The history podcast for people who don't like history... and those who do. Greg Jenner brings together the best names in comedy and history to learn and laugh about the past. Location: United Kingdom. Genres:
What questions did Greg Jenner ask Queen Boudica?
Greg Jenner and his guests discuss the important questions surrounding Queen Boudica including: Is she a feminist icon? How do you pronounce her name? And was she really ginger? Get ready to forget everything you thought you knew about Boudica and learn what it was really like when the Romans invaded. Featuring comedian, author and actress Sara Pascoe, known for QI, Have I Got News For You, and W1A among many other shows, and historian Dr Emma Southon, specialist in Roman history and co-host...
Who was the comedian who was in the Battle of Salamis?
Greg Jenner is joined by historian Prof Michael Scott and comedian Shappi Khorsandi in 480 BCE for one of history’s most notorious naval battles - The Battle of Salamis.
Who is the host of The Ancient Babylonians?
The Ancient Babylonians. 1/21/2021. Host Greg Jenner is joined by historian Dr Moudhy Al-Rashid and comedian Kae Kurd in Ancient Mesopotamia as they explore the Babylonian civiliisation. If your knowledge of Babylon doesn’t extend beyond the Boney M. song then this is the episode for you.
Who is the podcast "You're Dead to Me"?
You're Dead To Me. The history podcast for people who don't like history... and those who do. Greg Jenner brings together the best names in comedy and history to learn and laugh about the past. Greg Jenner goes back to the 12th century to meet the feared conqueror, Genghis Khan.
Where does Greg Jenner take us?
Greg Jenner takes us back to 1920s New York to explore the Harlem Renaissance. Greg Jenner takes us to 18th-century France to meet the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. Greg Jenner takes us to medieval Iceland to delve into the world of old Norse literature.
What did Greg Jenner learn about the pyramids?
Greg Jenner learns all about the magnificent Egyptian pyramids. Greg Jenner and his guests explore the legend of French heroine Joan of Arc. Greg Jenner and the team head all the way back to 480 BCE for The Battle of Salamis. He’s "mad, bad and dangerous to know".
Who is the host of Vampire Diaries?
Host Greg Jenner is joined by Dr Corin Throsby and Comedian Ed Gamble to look at the role and development of vampire characters throughout 19th century Gothic literature and its continuing effect on pop culture today. Which vampire character is ...
Who is the host of Ancient Mesopotamia?
Host Greg Jenner is joined by historian Dr Moudhy Al-Rashid and comedian Kae Kurd in Ancient Mesopotamia as they explore the Babylonian civiliisation. If your knowledge of Babylon doesn’t extend beyond the Boney M. song then this is the episode ...
What questions does Greg Jenner ask Queen Boudica?
Greg Jenner and his guests discuss the important questions surrounding Queen Boudica including: Is she a feminist icon? How do you pronounce her name? And was she really ginger? Get ready to forget everything you thought you knew about Boudica ...
Who is the host of Jack Sheppard?
Host Greg Jenner is joined by historian Dr Lena Liapi and comedian Stu Goldsmith in 18th century London to examine the life of infamous criminal, Jack Sheppard. From his early years in the workhouses of Spitalfields, we follow Jack from ...
Who was the comedian who was in the Battle of Salamis?
Greg Jenner is joined by historian Prof Michael Scott and comedian Shappi Khorsandi in 480 BCE for one of history’s most notorious naval battles - The Battle of Salamis. On their journey through the events leading up to the battle ...
Who is the host of the Egyptian Pyramids?
Host Greg Jenner is joined by Prof Sarah Parcak and comedian Maria Shehata to learn all about the magnificent Egyptian pyramids. We discover how and why pyramids were built, who constructed them, and how space archaeology can help us discover ...
Medieval Christmas
Greg Jenner with a festive edition of the show that takes a light-hearted look at the past. Along with Miles Jupp and historian Eleanor...
Medieval Christmas
Greg and his guests Miles Jupp and Dr Eleanor Janega go back to the medieval Christmas for this one-off festive special. We look at the...
Zheng Yi Sao
Greg Jenner and guests Ria Lina and Prof Ronald C. Po navigate the life of one of the most successful pirates to have ever lived, Zheng Yi...
Mary Wollstonecraft
Greg Jenner and his guests Dr Corin Throsby and Cariad Lloyd discuss the life and legacy of Mary Wollstonecraft. Mary was a successful...
The History of Ice Cream
Greg Jenner and his guests Dr Annie Gray and Richard Osman get the inside scoop on the history of our favourite frozen food while packing in...
