Half-Arsed History
Riley Knight
Half-Arsed History's first book, History's Strangest Deaths, is now available: https://www.booktopia.com.au/history-s-strangest-deaths-riley-knight/book/9781761472589.htmlWelcome along to Half-Arsed History! It's a weekly podcast highlighting absurd and entertaining stories from history. Twice a week, it helps host Riley Knight feel as though his useless history degree has some kind of real-world relevance.Get in touch: halfarsedhistory@gmail.comSupport the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/halfarsedhistorySubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/halfarsedhistoryBuy Half-Arsed History merch: https://halfarsedhistory.theprintbar.comIf you've just discovered the show and aren't sure which of the 350+ episodes to start with, here are some suggestions:Episode 139: The History of the Toilet - https://sptfy.com/PK3J • https://apple.co/3Giftt3Episode 75: The Great Emu War - https://sptfy.com/PK3K • https://apple.co/4jKCvr7Episode 197: The History of Nuclear Weapons - https://sptfy.com/PK3L • https://apple.co/4jygYlcEpisode 233: The 1930 FIFA World Cup - https://sptfy.com/PK3M • https://apple.co/4iltL9PEpisode 106: The First Circumnavigation - https://sptfy.com/PK3N • https://apple.co/4jewsLjHalf-Arsed History acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the unceded Gubbi Gubbi (Kabi Kabi) Land on which the podcast is written and recorded, and pays respect to First Nations Elders past, present, and emerging. Indigenous sovereignty was never ceded. This continent always was, and always will be, Aboriginal Land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 6, 2024 • 1h 5min
Episode 328: The Crusades - Part 2
Dive into the chaotic finale of the Crusades with tales of irony and absurdity from the Fourth and Fifth campaigns. Discover how misguided decisions led to the sacking of Constantinople and failed attempts to reclaim Jerusalem. Explore Frederick II's diplomatic maneuvers and his struggles with the Church as he launched the Sixth Crusade. Learn about the eventual decline of Crusader ambitions and the impact of the Mamluks, culminating in a reflection on the complex legacy left by these historical battles.
Oct 4, 2024 • 18min
Monuments Episode 40: The Sagrada Familia
This week's monument is the Sagrada Familia, a huge and very unusually designed church in Barcelona, Spain - that after 140 years, still hasn't been finished. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 2, 2024 • 19min
QAH Episode 78: The Flemish Revolution
Quarter-Arsed History presents: the Flemish Revolution, usually known by the name the Flemish Peasant Revolt of 1323-1328, which saw angry Flemish villagers take up arms against their hated feudal lord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 29, 2024 • 53min
Episode 327: The Crusades - Part 1
Dive into the tumultuous history of the Crusades, starting with the fervent ambitions of Christian pilgrims aiming to conquer Jerusalem. Discover the political landscape of the late 11th century and the pivotal events leading to the First Crusade. Uncover the fallout from Edessa's fall, which sparked outrage and a call for the Second Crusade. Explore the misadventures that characterized the Second Crusade and the rise of the formidable Saladin. Plus, enjoy some lighthearted banter as the hosts engage with their audience!
Sep 27, 2024 • 19min
Monuments Episode 39: The Palace of Westminster & Big Ben
This week's monument is the Palace of Westminster, the home of the British Parliament, and its famous clock tower, often (incorrectly) referred to as Big Ben. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2024 • 17min
QAH Episode 77: The Six O'Clock Swill
Quarter-Arsed History presents: the Six O'Clock Swill, a name given to the backfired attempt that temperance laws made to curb Aussie and Kiwi alcohol consumption. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 22, 2024 • 2h 1min
Episode 326: The History of Melbourne LIVE
In this week's episode, get across the history of the Australian city of Melbourne, recorded live at the Alex Theatre in Melbourne itself. Here is a PDF of the slides used during the show: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CAi-OaBkp8SKreGQyBpawg3YyHvgrT-R/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 20, 2024 • 17min
Monuments Episode 38: The Arc de Triomphe
This week's monument is the Arc de Triomphe, yet another truly iconic Parisian landmark - one that celebrates the revolutionary and Napoleonic periods of French history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 18, 2024 • 20min
QAH Episode 76: The Sydney Riot of 1879
Quarter-Arsed History presents: the Sydney Riot of 1879, when a riot erupted on during a cricket match between England and NSW due a dodgy umpiring decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 15, 2024 • 1h 33min
Episode 325: The History of Sydney LIVE
In this week's episode, get across the history of the Australian city of Sydney, recorded live at the Factory Theatre in Sydney itself. Here is a PDF of the slides used during the show: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19mUubwXufZeVjq9Z_uRnqF1kdBUDG3Jj/view Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
