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History After Dark

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52:00

The most successful Royal mistress in British...

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/05/21

One of the most successful royal mistresses in English history, Jane Shore thrived as a true love of Edward IV and rose again after conspiring against his brother with some of his most trusted friends. Dr Kat (@ReadingthePast ), Philippa (@BritishHistory ) and Catherine (@thehistoricalcollaborator ) join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! Find out more about us at https://linktr.ee/HistoryAfterDark Follow us individually: Philippa -

49:23

Enslaved man turned prized London Pugalist - Bill...

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Following the path of an enslaved man who became a celebrated prize-fighter, royal attendant and eventually an inspiration for Bridgerton! Dr Kat (@ReadingthePast ), Philippa (@BritishHistory ) and Catherine (@thehistoricalcollaborator ) join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! Find out more about us at https://linktr.ee/HistoryAfterDark Follow us individually: Philippa - https://linktr.ee/BritishHistory Kat -

57:21

The Cheshire Bantams

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2025/05/07

At the outbreak of the 'Great War' Britain needed to recruit 1,000,000 men and yet, many fit, healthy and willing men were being turned away for the simple reason that they were too short! Alfred Bigland MP saw this as a massive waste and set about redressing this problem. From this the Cheshire Batams was established for men of short stature.History After Dark is reader-supported. To support our work, and help us keep beinging you new content, please consider becoming a free or paid

117:16

Special Guest Nathen Amin - Owain Glyndwr

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2025/05/01

We were joined for our live show by special guest; historian and author, Nathen Amin and his candidate for a person from history we should all know about, Owain Glyndwr..This was an incredibly fun and very informative chat - so many pivotal moments which would have set English and Welsh history on a completely different path that it’s absolutely incredible that Owain Glyndwr and his uprising/freedom fight are not better known about.Join us next time to hear about a group with person links to

67:07

The Flower Women of Belvoir

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2025/04/23

Persecuted to provide a scapegoat for a grieving aristocratic family, the Flower Women; Joan Flowers and her daughters Margaret and Philippa were accused of witchcraft. The harrowing and frankly infuriating story of these women must never be forgotten.Dr Kat (@ReadingthePast ), Philippa (@BritishHistory ) and Catherine (@thehistoricalcollaborator ) join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! Find out more about us at

50:54

Licoricia of Westminster

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2025/04/16

One of, if not the, most successful businesswoman of her day. Money lender to the rich and powerful, her money was used to fund wars but also shrines but money finds jealousy in others....Dr Kat (@ReadingthePast ), Philippa (@BritishHistory ) and Catherine (@thehistoricalcollaborator ) join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! Find out more about us at https://linktr.ee/HistoryAfterDark Follow us individually: * Philippa -

68:08

Aethelflaed, Lady of Mercia

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2025/04/09

Aethlelfaed, Lady of the Mercians was a warrior queen who not only successfully defended her territory against Viking incursions but took back land previously taken! She is an example of a powerful Anglo-Saxon ruler; powerful, capable and respected. Her role in the formation of England is often overlooked but in life, and death, she was vital!Dr Kat (@ReadingthePast ), Philippa (@BritishHistory ) and Catherine (@thehistoricalcollaborator ) join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history

114:42

Live! With Special Guest Julian Humphrys -...

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/03/20

Man vs Man, Man vs Bee and even Man vs Emu! Informative and hilarious - filmed live on 19th March 2025. Watch on Youtube.Find Julian online at https://www.julianhumphrys.com/ and on social media on Instagram @julianhumphrys Dr Kat (@ReadingthePast ), Philippa (@BritishHistory ) and Catherine (@thehistoricalcollaborator ) join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! Find out more about us at https://linktr.ee/HistoryAfterDark Follow us

72:54

The Howard Horror Show

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2025/03/12

Where did the Duke's of Norfolk come from and why were they such bellends?Dr Kat Marchant, Philippa Lacey Brewell and Catherine Ibbotson join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark!History After Dark is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Find out more about us at https://linktr.ee/HistoryAfterDarkFollow us individually:* Philippa - https://linktr.ee/BritishHistory*

55:07

Blood's Bejewelled Balls-up

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2025/03/05

Was the failed theft of the English Crown jewels by Colonel Blood actually a cock up?Dr Kat Marchant, Philippa Lacey Brewell and Catherine Ibbotson join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! History After Dark is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Find out more about us at https://linktr.ee/HistoryAfterDark Follow us individually: * Philippa -

85:36

The Deceased Gits Finale!

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2025/03/03

We've got the end of the Deceased Gits series! 2023 was the year of the deceased git, each of which has had a score and has a place in the league table of gits. So let's have a look where they all ended up.The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe “an unpleasant or contemptible person.” (Google, Oxford Languages)As we publish this we are actually beginning

109:47

The Glutton Club and Round Up 7

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2025/03/01

We have reached the final candidate in the Deceased Gits Series, 2023! In this episode we discuss The Glutton Club, what was it and what did they do? We will also be doing a review of the final 3 deceased gits candidates; the Bishops of Winchester and Crossbones Cemetery, Richard, duke of York, and The Glutton Club.The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe

100:50

Richard, Duke of York

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2025/02/27

Join us to discuss Richard of York, wannabe king or just trying to do the best by the country? Either way, the discussion about his legacy will be spicy!The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe “an unpleasant or contemptible person.” (Google, Oxford Languages)As we publish this we are actually beginning our 2025 series but simultaneously uploading our back

83:05

Ethelred and the Unready and his Viking Army

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2025/02/26

Ethelred the Unready reigned from 978 to 1016 and has the reputation of a reign full of cockups. Philippa leads the look at his reign including his decision to pay for a Viking Army and also the real story behind his epitaph! Dr Kat Marchant, Philippa Lacey Brewell and Catherine Ibbotson join forces each Wednesday night for a shackle-free history discussion...it's History After Dark! History After Dark is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a

71:48

The Bishops of Winchester and Crossbones Cemetery

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/02/24

T/W: discussion of VAWG and CSA - this may not be suitable for all listeners. Our discussion covered the plights of some of the working women of Southwark and may be upsetting to some viewers. Tonight is 'X' in the Deceased Gits series of 2023 and this week we have a position of power and its abuse of that power! For more info on the crossbones memorial garden, please go to: https://crossbones.org.ukThe Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes

69:00

Round Up #6

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/02/22

In this episode we reviewed the past 3 deceased gits; Uncle Norfolk the 3rd Duke of Norfolk, Victoria, Duchess of Kent (Queen Vic's Mum) and William of Normandy. We score them and see where they are in the Deceased Gits League.The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe “an unpleasant or contemptible person.” (Google, Oxford Languages)As we publish this we

99:36

William the Conqueror

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/02/21

We're coming to the end of the Deceased Gits Series. This week we're discussing William I of England aka William the Conqueror, aka William of Normandy, aka William the Bastard.The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe “an unpleasant or contemptible person.” (Google, Oxford Languages)As we publish this we are actually beginning our 2025 series but

93:27

The Farcical Coronation of George IV

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/02/20

Guests Gareth Benjamin Streeter and James Taylor join the HAD girls to discuss one of their favourite history cock ups, the coronation of George IV! We delve into the relationship between George and his wife Caroline of Brunswick and the culmination of their disastrous relationship at his coronation in 1821.Streamed live on Youtube at Youtube.com/@History_After_Dark on 19th February 2025. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,

92:46

Victoria, Duchess of Kent

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/02/18

The mother of Queen Victoria, Victoria, Duchess of Kent is our 'V' in the alphabet of Deceased Gits. We discussed her life, impact and legacy.The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe “an unpleasant or contemptible person.” (Google, Oxford Languages)As we publish this we are actually beginning our 2025 series but simultaneously uploading our back catalogue

80:56

Thomas Howard 3rd Duke of Norfolk

History After Dark Podcast ·

2025/02/16

The Deceased Gits series was recorded live in 2023 and during 2025 we are getting all of the episodes uploaded to the podcast!What is a Git? A colloquial term used in Britain to describe “an unpleasant or contemptible person.” (Google, Oxford Languages)As we publish this we are actually beginning our 2025 series but simultaneously uploading our back catalogue of episodes so that they are available forever on our podcast!Support the Girls on Buy Me A CoffeeWe hope you have enjoyed this episode. If

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