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What The History

65 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -

Join Trevor and Suzie Holland for tasty bits of bite sized bizarre history

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What The History – Prohibition Party and Totally Flat

April 22, 2022 10:55 - 1 Byte

In this episode Suzie visits with Izzy and Moe and Trevor explores a flat Earth. What the history? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Podcasts.  You can chat with us on our Facebook page or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at the Rufus Project Presents Patreon Page! REFERENCES IZZY AND MOE Abbott K 2012, ‘Prohibition’s Premier Hooch ...

What The History: The Cheesy Goose and The Pirate Badger

December 05, 2021 10:10 - 15.4 MB

In this episode Suzie checks out the Nottingham Cheese Riot and Trevor finds out what he can about Charlotte Badger. What the history? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Podcasts.  You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at the Rufus Project Pre...

What The History: What The Halloween 5

October 28, 2021 21:04 - 20 MB

Join Suzie and Trevor as they delve into two darker bits of history for our annual Halloween special! Content warning: Description of domestic violence and murder from 18:40 to 19:06. What the history? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on your favourite podcast app. You can chat with us on our Facebook page or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at the Rufus Project Present...

Jailbird Jack and Not So Skylab

August 31, 2021 03:30 - 22.6 MB

In this episode Suzie examines the remarkable life of Jack Sheppard and Trevor recounts the downfall of Skylab. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Instagram for daily history facts. You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome frie...

Artichoked and Bibles Gone Wild

March 25, 2021 08:23 - 20 MB

In this episode Suzie finds out why the artichoke caused a kerfuffle and Trevor reads some very unfortunate typos in one of the world's most famous books. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Instagram for daily history facts. You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even m...

What The Halloween 4

October 27, 2020 03:32 - 16.9 MB

In this special Halloween episode Suzie visits Glamis Castle and Trevor checks out a vase with a difference. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Instagram for daily history facts. You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at...

Killer Fashion and the The Hippo Cartel

September 16, 2020 10:42 - 18.5 MB

In this episode Suzie looks into deadly clothes and Trevor finds Hippos in a unlikely place. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Instagram for daily history facts. You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at the Rufus Proje...

Tasty Tasty Sin and the Unhappiest Place on Earth

July 08, 2020 10:13 - 29.9 MB

In this episode Suzie looks into the Sin Eaters and Trevor visits Disneyland on its opening day. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Instagram for daily history facts. You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at the Rufus P...

Exclusive Bonus – Join Our Cult: The Rocky Horror Picture Show

May 02, 2020 06:37 - 12.1 MB

Welcome to the preview edition of "Join Our Cult". Join Trevor and Kristian as they geek out over the cult movie classic, "The Rocky Horror Picture Show". If you want to hear, or even see, the full version head over to The Rufus Project Presents Patreon page and become one of our awesome friends.

Bad Poetry and Mad Inspiration

April 22, 2020 09:34 - 24.9 MB

In this episode Suzie examines the work of the alleged worst poet in history and Trevor finds one of the stranger impacts of Rasputin's legacy. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Follow us on Instagram for daily history facts. You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great f...

Sad Sax and She Sells What?

March 25, 2020 04:00 - 27.6 MB

In this episode Suzie checks out the turbulent history of the saxaphone and Trevor sees what exactly Mary Anning sold. What the History? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. For earlier access to episodes and even more great features become an awesome friend at the Rufus Project Presents Patreon ...

The Rufus Project Presents has a Patreon

March 22, 2020 00:50 - 3.65 MB

Hi all fans of Redeeming Features and What the History. Just a quick announcement about an exciting development. We have a Patreon page. Visit The Rufus Project Presents on Patreon for more details.

Jack of All Trades and Dazzling Marvel

February 12, 2020 12:10 - 29.3 MB

In this episode Suzie visits a remarkable woman and Trevor gets down with a disco fizzler. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  You can chat with us on our Facebook page, join fellow What the Historians in our Facebook group or just send an email to [email protected]. Sources: GENTLEMAN JACK History Extra 2019, ‘The Real ‘Gentleman Jack’: The Secret Life of Anne Lister, Britain’s First ‘Modern Lesbian’’ https://w...

Mooning Bats and the Peaceful Pause

January 05, 2020 08:46 - 21.1 MB

In this episode Suzie goes on a lunar adventure and Trevor examines a treaty that was very long in the making. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts at Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE GREAT MOON HOAX Breitman D 2016, ‘Today in science: Great Moon Hoax’ https://earthsky.org/human-world/great-moon-hoax-august-25-1835 History.com 20...

Holey Gage and Saving Lincoln

January 05, 2020 08:43 - 26.1 MB

In this episode Suzie examines a medical oddity and Trevor recounts a particularly amazing coincidence. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts at Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: PHINEAS GAGE Center for NeuroSkills 2019, ‘Frontal Lobes’  https://www.neuroskills.com/brain-injury/frontal-lobes.php Cherry K 2018, ‘Phineas Gage's Brain Inj...

Bubonic Brissie and Tragic Inspiration

January 05, 2020 08:40 - 25 MB

In our 50th episode Suzie finds a famous disease in an unexpected place and Trevor looks at a terrible tragedy from the past that inspired something great.  What the history? Content warning: Murder (11:57 - 12:40) and suicide (12:59 - 13:11) WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts at Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE PLAGUE IN QUEENSLA...

Mystical Milton and The Rude Worm

January 05, 2020 08:36 - 21.6 MB

In this episode Suzie visits the most ancient modern city around and Trevor explores the murkier depths of cyber space.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts at Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: MILTON KEYNES Destination Milton Keynes 2019, ‘101 Facts about MK’ http://www.destinationmiltonkeynes.co.uk/About-us/101-Facts...

What The F…uture?

January 05, 2020 08:21 - 25.6 MB

For our 2018 finale Suzie and Trevor look to the past for visions of the future.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Help us keep an eye on The Gävle Goat Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel and Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: SUZIE'S TALES OF THE FUTURE Donoughue P 2018, ‘Amy Shark, 5 Seconds of Summer biggest wi...

Resurrection Blues and Shock to the System

January 05, 2020 08:19 - 18.3 MB

In this episode Suzie goes in search of the Resurrection Man and Trevor tells the shocking tale of Walter Summerford.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel and Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE RESURRECTION MEN Bay N, Bay B 2010, ‘Greek anatomist Herophilus: the father of anatomy...

Locksmith on the Loose and Classy and Glassy

January 05, 2020 08:16 - 19 MB

In this spooky episode Suzie follows the exploits of William Brodie and Trevor analyses the strange life of Charles the VI of France.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel and Rufus Project TV.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: WILLIAM BRODIE Brocklehurst S 2015, ‘The Real Jekyll & Hyde? The Deacon Br...

What The Halloween 3

January 05, 2020 07:07 - 27.1 MB

In this spooky episode Suzie recounts the spooky tale of Half Hangit Maggie and Trevor examines the spooky show "Ghostwatch".  What the history? Trigger warnings: Pregnancy and child loss - 7:21 to 8:06 Mental health and suicide - 20:16 to 20:53 WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: ...

The Terrible Twos

January 05, 2020 06:57 - 40 MB

In this episode Trevor and Suzie celebrate two years of What The History, well, history!  We look back on some of our favourite tasty bits of history from the last twelve months.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: Spring Heeled Terror and Spring Loaded Vice - http://www.wthpod.rufuspro...

That’s a Big Nelson and Bloopdy Doop

January 05, 2020 06:55 - 20.4 MB

In this episode Suzie examines the controversy behind a major English landmark and Trevor investigates a very odd sound.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: NELSON'S COLUMN Fitzgerald J 2016, ‘Everything You Need To Know About Nelson's Column’, https://londonist.com/london/history/ever...

Royally Peeved and The Long Run

January 05, 2020 06:53 - 20.2 MB

In this episode Suzie looks at an Australian anti royal plot and Trevor follows the adventures of Shizo Kanakuri.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: HENRY JAMES O'FARRELL Algate J 2017, ‘Prince and the Assassin: Australia’s first royal tour; portent of terror’ https://www.theaustralia...

Wunder Man and Covert Canines

January 05, 2020 06:48 - 28.4 MB

In this episode Suzie rediscovers the Wunderkid and Trevor infiltrates a super secret society.  What the history? WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Join Trevor at The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever at Bedford Park, Spring Hill, Brisbane on July 14th and support the charity DV Connect.  Head here for more info. ...

Cup Chaos and Pigeon Power

January 05, 2020 06:46 - 18.5 MB

In this episode Suzie gets sporty about the World Cup and Trevor discovers the surprising place pigeon's hold in history. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE 1938 WORLD CUP ESPN n.d. ‘World Cup History 1938’ http://www.espn.co.uk/football/news/story/_/id/1834540/1938 FIFA 1996, ‘A problematic prelud...

One From The Vaults and The Dastardly Danes

January 05, 2020 06:44 - 17.8 MB

In this episode Suzie examines the Chase vault and Trevor finds out how a Claire Danes ban came about. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE CHASE VAULT Can You Actually 2018, ‘Why Do The Coffins In This Mysterious Vault In Barbados Keep Moving?’ http://canyouactually.com/why-do-the-coffins-in-this-mys...

Bunny Battles and Catty Tactics

January 05, 2020 06:42 - 19.4 MB

In this episode Suzie finds Napoleon's most surprising foe and Trevor looks at the surprising way a Persian king took on the Egyptians. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: NAPOLEON AND THE RABBITS History.com Staff, 2009 ‘Napoleon Bonaparte’ http://www.history.com/topics/napoleon Raub O 2014, ‘Napoleons ...

Spring Heeled Terror and Spring Loaded Vice

January 05, 2020 06:40 - 20.6 MB

In this episode Suzie follows the strange tale of a legendary terror and Trevor examines a pastime that was prohibited for a surprisingly long time. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: SPRING HEELED JACK Comic Vine 2014, ‘Spring-Heeled Jack’ https://comicvine.gamespot.com/spring-heeled-jack/4005-64734/ D...

Riotous Behaviour and The Fleeing Nun

January 05, 2020 06:38 - 21.2 MB

In this episode Suzie looks at some very strange reason's for riots and Trevor follows the adventure's of a very amazing individual. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: WHAT THE UPDATE 'Very Angry Badger' Seizes Part Of 500-Year-Old Scottish Castle - Huffington Post CLOTHING RIOTS McRobbie L 2011, ‘6 A...

The Ultimate Drag Queen and Playing Games With History

January 05, 2020 06:36 - 19.7 MB

In this episode Suzie investigates a very strange tale regarding Queen Elizabeth I and Trevor delves into the hidden origins of Monopoly. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE BISLEY BOY Jones N 2015, ‘Bram Stoker and the Legend of the Bisley Boy’ https://www.spookyisles.com/2015/01/bram-stoker-and-the...

The War of the Words Special

January 05, 2020 06:32 - 22.1 MB

In this episode Suzie and Trevor have a rare convergence where their stories are related.  Suzie looks into an infamous radio broadcast and Trevor checks out a controversial headline from the 1870s. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: WAR OF THE WORLDS Chilton M 2016, ‘The War of the Worlds panic was a m...

Highland Haunts and Japery Jaunts

January 05, 2020 06:30 - 20.2 MB

In this episode Suzie visits some battles that didn't know when to quit and Trevor explores the exploits of a very cheeky man. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: HAUNTED BATTLEFIELDS Castelow E n.d., ‘The Battle of Killiecrankie’, Historic UK http://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryMagazine/DestinationsUK/The...

Timely Wanderings and Lunar Wonderings

January 05, 2020 04:16 - 17.9 MB

In this episode Suzie investigates the mystery of the Moberly-Jourdain Incident and Trevor looks at the remarkable plan of John Wilkins. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE MOBERLY-JOURDAIN INCIDENT Chateau de Versailles n.d., ‘History – The Reign of Louis XVI’ http://en.chateauversailles.fr/discover...

The Tasty Shed and The Dire Digits

January 05, 2020 04:14 - 23.5 MB

In our first episode of 2018 Suzie visits the infamous Dulwich Shed and Trevor examines the founding of the Anti-Digit Dialing League. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  You can check out enhanced podcasts on The Rufus Project YouTube Channel.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE SHED AT DULWICH Butler O 2017, ‘I Made My Shed the Top Rated Restaurant On TripAdvisor’ https://www.vice.com/en_au/article/434gqw/...

What The Christmas

January 05, 2020 04:12 - 26.6 MB

In our final episode for 2017 we get festive with people all around the world! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: Cooper J 2017, ‘Christmas Around The World’ Spain: https://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/spain.shtml The Netherlands: https://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/holland.shtml Ukraine: https://www.whychristmas.com/cultures/ukraine.shtml and The Christmas Spider: https://w...

Making a Bond and Rising Damp

January 05, 2020 04:10 - 15.7 MB

In this episode Suzie follows the career of Dusko Popov and Trevor checks out the rather wet streets of Dunwich. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: DUSKO POPOV BBC News 2002, ‘The name's Tricycle, Agent Tricycle’ http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/1973962.stm Robinson B 2011, ‘Pearl Harbor: A Rude Awakening’, BBC History http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/worldwars/wwtwo/pearl_harbo...

The Unsinkable Story and the Storied Detective

January 05, 2020 04:08 - 20.1 MB

In this episode Suzie looks at the strange tales of William Thomas Stead and Trevor investigates the life of Francois Eugene Vidocq! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: WILIAM THOMAS STEAD Carter C 2012, ‘Titanic sinking foretold in fictional accounts years before disaster’, CBC News http://www.cbc.ca/news/world/titanic-sinking-foretold-in-fictional-accounts-years-before-disast...

What The Halloween Mark 2

January 05, 2020 04:06 - 22.8 MB

In this extra gristly Halloween episode Suzie discusses the stories surrounding Countess Elizabeth Bathory and Trevor checks into H H Holmes's gruesome hotel! CONTENT WARNING:  We discuss some details of murder and torture in this episode.  Those who wish to avoid these details should skip from 16:25 to 17:17. WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: COUNTESS ELIZABETH BATHORY Brey...

Tasty Birthday Nibbles

January 05, 2020 04:04 - 40.4 MB

In this special first birthday episode of What The History we break from tradition.  Not only do we bring you a meal sized episode, we make it out of bits and pieces that we couldn't make full episodes from.  We also take a trip down memory lane to discuss some of our favourite episodes! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Some of our favourite episodes: Disco Inferno and Badgering Histo...

Under the Radar and Goodness Gracious Great Bats of Fire

January 05, 2020 04:02 - 15.5 MB

In this episode Suzie looks at an Australian wartime secret and Trevor checks out the strange tale of the bat bomb! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: VICTORIA'S SECRET RADAR STATION Burin M 2011, ‘Life at Cape Otway Lighthouse’ http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2011/12/06/3384589.htm Cape Otway Lightstation 2006, ‘Winter Newsletter’ http://www.lightstation.com/files/newslett...

The Ship Cast Adrift and The Boy With Royal Underwear

January 05, 2020 03:56 - 16.1 MB

In this episode Suzie tracks the Baychimo and Trevor follows the adventures of Edward Jones! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE BAYCHIMO Kelly D 2016, ‘The Mystery of the Ghost Ship SS Baychimo’ https://www.urbanghostsmedia.com/2016/06/ghost-ship-ss-baychimo/ Knight N 2017, ‘One of the strangest ghost ship stories: It sailed the seas, unmanned for 38 years’ https://www.the...

The Outlaw Corpse and Getting Barred

January 05, 2020 03:54 - 17.2 MB

In this episode Suzie finds out all about Elmer McCurdy and Trevor checks out an award ceremony gone awry! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: ELMER MCCURDY Harvey S 2011, ‘Inept train robber had an unimpressive life but a celebrated afterlife’ http://articles.latimes.com/2011/jul/03/local/la-me-0703-then-20110703 Lakeland Ledger 1977, ‘Elmer McCurdy Goes Home to Boot Hill’ htt...

The Island of Death and The Island That Left

January 05, 2020 03:52 - 15.9 MB

In this island hopping episode Suzie visits the island of Poveglia and Trevor can't visit Sandy Island! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE ISLAND OF POVEGLIA Atlas Obscura 2017, ‘Poveglia Plague Island’ http://www.atlasobscura.com/places/poveglia-plague-island Matthews D 2016, ‘Isle of Madness: Poveglia Island is Haunted by the Ghosts of 160,000 Plague Victims’ http://week...

Venice Sees Pink and Trialling Monkeys

January 05, 2020 03:49 - 22.8 MB

In this episode Suzie discusses Pink Floyd's influence on Venice and Trevor reports on the Scopes Monkey Trial! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: PINK FLOYD IN VENICE Lifton D 2015, ‘The Story of the Pink Floyd Concert That Brought Down Venice’s Government’ http://ultimateclassicrock.com/pink-floyd-venice-1989/ Open Culture 2017, ‘Pink Floyd Plays in Venice on a Massive Float...

Vengeance on a Viking and Capers in a Canal

January 05, 2020 03:47 - 16.4 MB

In this episode Suzie talks about the life of Sigurd the Mighty and Trevor visits The Yellow Fleet! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: SIGURD THE MIGHTY James E 2014, Overview: The Vikings, 800 to 1066, BBC History http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/vikings/overview_vikings_01.shtml#one Readicon 2016, Bizarre Viking Deaths: Sigurd the Mighty killed by a bite from a severed h...

Hatpin Warriors and Wonder Who’s Origin This Is

January 05, 2020 03:45 - 20.7 MB

In this extra empowering episode Suzie explores the origin of the Hatpin Warriors and Trevor wonders about William Moulton Marston and his wonderful creation! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: HATPIN WARRIORS Abbott K 2014, “The Hatpin Peril” Terrorized Men Who Couldn’t Handle the 20th-Century Woman, Smithsonian.com http://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/hatpin-peril-terrorize...

Mary Mary Quite Contagious and The Umbrella Rebel

January 05, 2020 03:43 - 19.4 MB

In this episode Suzie follows the contagious career of Mary Mallon and Trevor discusses Jonas Hanway's umbrella controversy! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. See the Rufus Project One Credit Challenge on YouTube Sources: TYPHOID MARY Greenwood V 2015, The Frightening Legacy of Typhoid Mary, The Smithsonian Magazine http://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-frightening-legacy-of-typh...

Stay Frosty and Carry On and No-agra Falls

January 05, 2020 03:40 - 16.7 MB

In this icy episode Suzie explores the Frost Fairs and Trevor visits Niagara Falls, when they weren't falling! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: THE FROST FAIRS BBC History n.d., ‘The Blitz’ - http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/events/the_blitz de Castella T 2014, ‘Frost fair: When an elephant walked on the frozen River Thames’, BBC News - http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-25862141 ...

Fraudy Cat and The Invisible Man

January 05, 2020 03:37 - 17.2 MB

In this episode Suzie recounts the tales of Henri Grin, or maybe Green, of Louis Redman or... (etc) and Trevor talks about someone who doesn't actually exist! WHAT THE HISTORY? Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, or find us on iTunes.  Also chat with us over on Facebook or Twitter #wthpod. Sources: LOUIS DE ROUGEMONT Andrews B 1981, 'de Rougemont, Louis (1847–1921)', Australian Dictionary of Biography, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, http://adb.anu.ed...

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