What's the History?
125 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsAn informal but informative trip through all things historical, What's the History is a good craic podcast brought to you by Claire Cotter and Fi Barry, two history teachers who want you to learn and laugh. So grab a cup of tea and settle in as we bring you along with us on a tour of the grim, the great and the ghastly.
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Episodes
The World's Most Haunted Castle and A Scottish Poltergeist
October 09, 2021 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWe're sorry in advance for how scary this episode is... Claire talks about Leap Castle and its ghostly inhabitants and Fi tells the story of Bloody Mackenzie who is just about as scary as he sounds. Enjoy!
The World's Most Haunted Castle and A Scottish Poltergeist
October 09, 2021 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBWe're sorry in advance for how scary this episode is... Claire talks about Leap Castle and its ghostly inhabitants and Fi tells the story of Bloody Mackenzie who is just about as scary as he sounds. Enjoy!
Concorde and WITCHES!
October 03, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBEpisode 13 is witch episode! Hello everyone! How are you? This week, Fi tells us all about the Concorde. Remember Concorde?! Claire takes us through the Salem Witch Trials with added Irish Fairy Murder. It's a bumper episode for spooky season. If you guys think you know someone who would like this episode, please share. Remember to subscribe, rate and chat to us on Instagram at whats_thehistory Mwah!
It's a Holmes Bonanza!
September 26, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBIn a beautiful moment of synchronicity, our stories complement each other better than ketchup and chips. Claire tells the rather disturbing story of HH Holmes, often regarded as America's first serial killer who built himself a murder castle. Fi talks us through the exploits of Elizabeth Holmes, fraudster extraordinaire. It's a bumper episode so grab a cuppa and enjoy! Remember to follow our Instagram at whats_thehistory Thanks everyone!
You Think Your Job Sucks and Bald Gráinne, Pirate Queen
September 18, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBWe are back, we are caffeinated and we have stories! This week, Fi tells us about some pretty horrific historical jobs. Claire regales us with the exploits of Grace O' Malley, bad ass pirate Queen of the sixteenth century. Snuggle up and enjoy.
You Think Your Job Sucks and Bald Gráinne, Pirate Queen
September 18, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBWe are back, we are caffeinated and we have stories! This week, Fi tells us about some pretty horrific historical jobs. Claire regales us with the exploits of Grace O' Malley, bad ass pirate Queen of the sixteenth century. Snuggle up and enjoy.
The Irish Civil War and Freak Prehistoric Creatures, Ackshually
September 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBThis week, Claire provides the historical context for the Irish Civil War with some local history thrown in for good measure. Fi describes some prehistoric creatures that will fuel your nightmares. Sorry. Listen for info on free merch and follow our new Instagram please.
The Irish Civil War and Freak Prehistoric Creatures, Ackshually
September 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBThis week, Claire provides the historical context for the Irish Civil War with some local history thrown in for good measure. Fi describes some prehistoric creatures that will fuel your nightmares. Sorry. Listen for info on free merch and follow our new Instagram please.
Mappa Mundi, Hundi and Robin Hood, Mad Lad
September 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBWe're baaaaack! This week, Fi tells us all about mad Mappae Mundi, medieval depictions of the earth with added monsters and Claire takes us through the legend and historicity of Robin Hood, with bonus Bryan Adams.
A Not So Rosy Royal War and Don't Sing These To Your Children
August 28, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBHi listeners! It's been a busy week but we are back. Claire talks about the War of the Roses. Are you #TeamYork or #TeamLancaster? She also talks about the much maligned Richard III and whether historical assessments of him are fair. Fi shares the origins and true meanings of some not-so-nice nursery rhymes. Enjoy!
A Not So Rosy Royal War and Don't Sing These To Your Children
August 28, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBHi listeners! It's been a busy week but we are back. Claire talks about the War of the Roses. Are you #TeamYork or #TeamLancaster? She also talks about the much maligned Richard III and whether historical assessments of him are fair. Fi shares the origins and true meanings of some not-so-nice nursery rhymes. Enjoy!
The OG Queen of Vengeance and The Voyager Mission
August 20, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBIn this fun-filled episode, Fi tells us about the vengeance-filled exploits of Olga of Kiev, the OG Bride from KIll Bill but with, like, a lot more revenge. Claire fan-girls over the Voyager Space Probes and talks about Uranus. Cut out that giggling.
The OG Queen of Vengeance and The Voyager Mission
August 20, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBIn this fun-filled episode, Fi tells us about the vengeance-filled exploits of Olga of Kiev, the OG Bride from KIll Bill but with, like, a lot more revenge. Claire fan-girls over the Voyager Space Probes and talks about Uranus. Cut out that giggling.
How Do You Solve The Problem of Having a Nazi Surname and Dance Fever, Literally
August 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBHelllloooo! This week, Claire tells us about the fate of Hitler's dog, Blondi and discusses how the descendants of high-ranking Nazis dealt with their fathers' legacies and Fi tells us about a medieval dancing plague that is absolutely not as fun as it sounds. Warning: During Claire's story, there is mentions of suicide and child murder.
How Do You Solve The Problem of Having a Nazi Surname and Dance Fever, Literally
August 15, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBHelllloooo! This week, Claire tells us about the fate of Hitler's dog, Blondi and discusses how the descendants of high-ranking Nazis dealt with their fathers' legacies and Fi tells us about a medieval dancing plague that is absolutely not as fun as it sounds. Warning: During Claire's story, there is mentions of suicide and child murder.
Honest Abe's Sword Duel and Epaphra, U Ok Hun?
August 11, 2021 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWelcome back! This week, Fi gives us a gripping account of Abe Lincoln's near-death experience (with accents). Claire is recovering from vax no 2 but shares some examples of historical graffiti with us, with added bad trip advisor reviews.
Honest Abe's Sword Duel and Epaphra, U Ok Hun?
August 11, 2021 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBWelcome back! This week, Fi gives us a gripping account of Abe Lincoln's near-death experience (with accents). Claire is recovering from vax no 2 but shares some examples of historical graffiti with us, with added bad trip advisor reviews.
Claire's Tribute to Turing and Fi's Ancient Death Sports
August 07, 2021 21:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBWelcome to episode 4! Claire pays tribute to one of history's greatest minds and tragedies, Alan Turing. Fi tells us about some chaotic ancient death sports, one of which is naked MMA. Please follow us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a review. We love you. Note: We wanted to give a good taste of what the podcast will be like going forward with a few episodes in week one, so now we will be continuing with one episode a week. Thank you all for the support 💜
Claire's Tribute to Turing and Fi's Ancient Death Sports
August 07, 2021 21:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBWelcome to episode 4! Claire pays tribute to one of history's greatest minds and tragedies, Alan Turing. Fi tells us about some chaotic ancient death sports, one of which is naked MMA. Please follow us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a review. We love you. Note: We wanted to give a good taste of what the podcast will be like going forward with a few episodes in week one, so now we will be continuing with one episode a week. Thank you all for the support 💜
Ew, Executions and The Arctic Eejit
August 04, 2021 23:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode, Claire regales us with tales of historical executions and executioners. It's a bit grim; you'll love it. Fi tells us about an Arctic expedition that was really poorly planned. Like, really poorly. Enjoy!
Ew, Executions and The Arctic Eejit
August 04, 2021 23:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode, Claire regales us with tales of historical executions and executioners. It's a bit grim; you'll love it. Fi tells us about an Arctic expedition that was really poorly planned. Like, really poorly. Enjoy!
The Bane of Spain and Looty the Looted Dog
August 03, 2021 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWelcome to episode 2! This time around, Fi shares the tale of a pirate with a very 'hearty' appetite and Claire tells us about some peculiar pets, including an eel with earrings. Yes, really.
The Bane of Spain and Looty the Looted Dog
August 03, 2021 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWelcome to episode 2! This time around, Fi shares the tale of a pirate with a very 'hearty' appetite and Claire tells us about some peculiar pets, including an eel with earrings. Yes, really.
Why Coco Can't Be Cancelled and A Very Crafty Escape
August 03, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBWelcome to our very first episode! In this episode, Claire regales us with the alleged war-time activities of French fashion powerhouse Coco Chanel and Fi recounts the riveting tale of the Crafts, a couple who escaped their lives as slaves in the American South. Please subscribe and leave a rating and most of all, enjoy! Note: The sound in our opening episode is not great (read: Claire put her mic on the wrong setting, silly rabbit) so apologies and it has been fixed in the successive epis...
Why Coco Can't Be Cancelled and A Very Crafty Escape
August 03, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBWelcome to our very first episode! In this episode, Claire regales us with the alleged war-time activities of French fashion powerhouse Coco Chanel and Fi recounts the riveting tale of the Crafts, a couple who escaped their lives as slaves in the American South. Please subscribe and leave a rating and most of all, enjoy! Note: The sound in our opening episode is not great (read: Claire put her mic on the wrong setting, silly rabbit) so apologies and it has been fixed in the successive epis...