History Is Sexy
History Is Sexy
History is Sexy is a podcast presented by historian Dr Emma Southon and writer Janina Matthewson answering listener questions about history. What did the Romans do for us? Where did marrying for love come from? What was world war one all about? Produced and edited by Oliver Kealey. Theme music by Ketsa.
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Nov 19, 2024 • 49min
Episode #97 - The Shroud of Turin & Veils of Veronica
Miraculous holy faces! Where do they come from? What is their history? Join Emma and Janina as they take a trip through the bizarre world of face-based relics!
Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 3min
Episode 96 - Was Mansa Musa The Richest Person Ever?
He's the legendary emperor of Mali, famed for his epic journey to Mecca, but was he really the richest person in history?
Oct 22, 2024 • 1h 12min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 4
Tito is dead, what happens now?
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Oct 8, 2024 • 1h 13min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 3
It's Tito Time
Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 12min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 2
This time on History is Sexy, Emma and Janina continue their deep dive into the tumultuous history of the Balkans.
Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 2min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 1
This time on History is Sexy, Emma and Janina begin their deep dive into the tumultuous history of the Balkans.
Aug 20, 2024 • 54min
Episode #91 - Why Have Chefs Historically Been Men/History of Restaurants?
Why have chefs historically been men, and how did the concept of the restaurant take shape?
Aug 5, 2024 • 46sec
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Aug 5, 2024 • 55min
Episode #90 - Who Were The Luddites?
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Who were the Luddites? Were they really "anti-technology", or were they about something entirely different? Was the problem capitalism all along?
Jul 30, 2024 • 50min
Episode #89 - What's The History of Teddy Bears?
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Where do Teddy Bears come from? Why did they suddenly take over the world? Was Teddy Roosevelt really involved? Join Emma and Janina as they unravel the hairy truth behind our plush pals.
Show notes: https://historyissexy.com/show-notes/episode-89-whats-the-history-of-teddy-bears
