En iyi History Extra podcastleri (2025)

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Sex and Christianity: 2,000 years of love and fury 39:50

8h ago39:50

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What were Jesus's views on sex? Why did so many Christians choose a life of celibacy? Has the church ever been tolerant of homosexuality? These are some of the questions explored by Professor Diarmaid MacCulloch in his new book Lower than the Angels, a sweeping 2,000-year history of sex and Christianity, which he expects will annoy a great many peo…

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Catherine the Great: life of the week 40:15

1d ago40:15

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Catherine the Great stands out from the rulers of Imperial Russia – a 'philosopher empress' whose wit, political savvy, and unyielding ambition transformed her empire into a European powerhouse. Seizing the throne through an audacious coup against her own husband, Catherine wielded her authority with an iron grip, balancing the volatile ambitions o…

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The Second Norman Conquest 49:16

2d ago49:16

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William of Normandy famously invaded England in 1066 – but, he didn't quite conquer it all. In fact, the duty of leading a second assault was left to his son William Rufus almost 30 years later. Speaking to David Musgrove, Sophie Ambler and Fiona Edmonds reveal how the second Norman Conquest came about in the 1090s, and explain how this story playe…

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The Carolingians: everything you wanted to know 43:02

3d ago43:02

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The early medieval Carolingian empire played a crucial role in the development of Europe throughout the Middle Ages. Though the dynasty itself was not that long-lived, it was star-studded with famous rulers such as Charles Martel and Charlemagne, and its legacy stretched far and wide. In this 'everything you want to know' episode, Professor Matthew…

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The SAS in WW2: everything you wanted to know 51:11

4d ago51:11

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Series two of SAS Rogue Heroes hits our screens later this week, so we're bringing you an episode to get you up to scratch on the WW2 escapades of Britain’s elite special forces. Why was the SAS – or Special Air Service – first founded? Who was responsible for its creation? And what impact did a parachuting padre have on the morale of its men in th…

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Arnhem: 24 hours that shattered Allied dreams 35:00

15h ago35:00

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The morning of Tuesday 19 September 1944 was ripe with possibility for Allied forces at Arnhem, says Al Murray. Just 24 hours later, the die of defeat had well and truly been cast. Here, in conversation with Spencer Mizen, the comedian and history buff discusses the failure of this bold attempt to deliver a crushing blow to Nazi Germany – and consi…

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Tudor England | 5. The wider world 41:07

6d ago41:07

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The 16th century is often seen as a 'golden age' of exploration, which witnessed England's emergence as a major player on the European stage. But it was also a period in which the English became embroiled in international wars and slave trading. In this fifth and final episode of our series Tudor England: the big questions, Emily Briffett and Tracy…

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2024 in review: history behind the headlines 46:22

8d ago46:22

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Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter look back at the history behind some of the year's biggest news stories in this special episode of our monthly series From the rise of AI to a plethora of elections and life-saving vaccines, it's been a busy 12 months. Hannah Skoda and Rana Mitter look back at the history behind some of the biggest stories of the year –…

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Shipwrecks: a porthole to the past 53:18

9d ago53:18

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From a sunken Tudor flagship brought back to life by the wonders of osteoarchaeology, to the tales of bravery and endurance surrounding the tragic fate of WW2's SS Gairsoppa, shipwrecks can reveal far more about human history than you might initially expect. Drawing on his experience as a diver and maritime archaeologist, David Gibbins speaks to Em…

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Quaker history: everything you wanted to know 45:13

10d ago45:13

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Radical rabble-rousers, trusted bankers and conscientious objectors; the Quakers have been viewed in many different ways down the centuries. Their non-conformist origins and unique religious principles have long set them apart from the rest of society, but their story touches on some of central themes of British and American history. Speaking to El…

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Christmas history: everything you wanted to know 51:45

11d ago51:45

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Did Oliver Cromwell ban mince pies? When did people first give Christmas presents? And why does Santa wear red? Speaking to Ellie Cawthorne in this episode first aired in 2020, George Goodwin, historian and author of Christmas Traditions: A Celebration of Festive Lore, answers listener questions about the history of the festive period. The HistoryE…

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How convict labour forged empires 40:43

12d ago40:43

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Think of the transportation of convicts, and your mind probably goes to the arrival of the First Fleet in Australia in 1788. But, as historian Clare Anderson reveals in this episode, convict transportation is actually a much wider historical phenomenon. Speaking to Elinor Evans, Clare dives into the lesser-known aspects of this story, revealing how…

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Tudor England | 4. Religion and superstition 50:56

13d ago50:56

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The English Reformation and the dissolution of the monasteries were major milestones in 16th-century England, shaking the very foundations of Tudor religious belief. But while the nation moved back and forth between Catholicism and Protestantism, how much did ordinary people continue to rely on age-old customs and folklore? In this fourth episode o…

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Secrets of medieval churches 27:30

14d ago27:30

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Churches were central to life in the Middle Ages. But with the Reformation wreaking havoc on religious buildings, nowadays it's hard to get a sense of what a medieval church would actually have looked like. As a stonemason and conservator, Andrew Ziminski has spent his working life restoring medieval churches, and he is the author of a new book, Ch…

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Isabella of Castile: life of the week 47:50

15d ago47:50

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From the fall of Granada to the issuing of the Alhambra decree, Isabella of Castile's reign was one that saw an extraordinary amount of history-altering events and, as such, has earned her a complex legacy. Speaking to Emily Briffett, Giles Tremlett introduces the woman who helped launch the Spanish Inquisition and financed Columbus' journey to the…

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The massacre that shattered the old Ottoman world 42:49

16d ago42:49

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In 1860, the diverse Ottoman city of Damascus witnessed the massacre of thousands of Christians. The killings, combined with Constantinople’s hardline response, shattered the city’s tolerant society and it took 25 years for Damascus to recover its stability and prosperity. In this episode, historian Eugene Rogan speaks to Danny Bird to explain why …

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Underwear history: everything you wanted to know 40:41

17d ago40:41

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When did people first start wearing underwear? What's the difference between drawers and bloomers? Did medieval women wear bras? Were Victorian corsets really as uncomfortable to wear as you might imagine? And why did men wear codpieces? In this 'everything you wanted to know' episode, Dr Serena Dyer answers listener questions on the history of und…

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

19d 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

20d ago51:53

51:53

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

21d 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

22d 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

23d 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

24d 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

26d 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

27d 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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Sex and Christianity: 2,000 years of love and fury 39:50

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Catherine the Great: life of the week 40:15

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The Second Norman Conquest 49:16

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The Carolingians: everything you wanted to know 43:02

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The SAS in WW2: everything you wanted to know 51:11

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Arnhem: 24 hours that shattered Allied dreams 35:00

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Tudor England | 5. The wider world 41:07

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2024 in review: history behind the headlines 46:22

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Shipwrecks: a porthole to the past 53:18

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Quaker history: everything you wanted to know 45:13

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Christmas history: everything you wanted to know 51:45

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How convict labour forged empires 40:43

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Tudor England | 4. Religion and superstition 50:56

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Secrets of medieval churches 27:30

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Isabella of Castile: life of the week 47:50

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The massacre that shattered the old Ottoman world 42:49

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Underwear history: everything you wanted to know 40:41

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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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