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Have You Ever Heard Of...
by Have You Ever Head Of
A fortnightly history podcast teaching you about people you've never head of.
Episodes
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Mick Foley (Part Two) | Season Five - New Identities
In a bit of a twist, Katy and Dan will be talking about the wrestler Mick Foley and all of his various identities from Cactus Jack to Mankind and Dude Love (and more). This is the second part of a two part episode as there is way too much to cover in one. Mick, we hope we've done you justice.…
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Mick Foley (Part One) | Season Five - New Identities
In a bit of a twist, Katy and Dan will be talking about the wrestler Mick Foley and all of his various identities from Cactus Jack to Mankind and Dude Love (and more). This will be a two part episode as there is way too much to cover in one. Mick, we hope we've done you justice. This season we…
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Deborah Sampson | Season Five - New Identities
Today Dan tells Katy about Deborah Sampson (1760 - 1827) who disguised herself as a man, and served in the Continental Army under the name Robert Shirtliff. This season we are focusing on new identities. Tune in to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of....
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Katherine Ann Power | Season Five - New Identities
Today Katy is telling Dan all about Katherine Ann Power (1949 - present) who spent over two decades on the run after being involved in revolutionary action that resulted in the death of a police officer. This season we are focusing on new identities. Tune in to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff...
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Stede Bonnet | Season Five - New Identities
This week, Dan and Katie learn that wealth, class and status are not synonyms with ability when they dive into the many failures of the gentleman pirate, Stede Bonnet (1688 - 1718). This season we are focusing on new identities. Tune in to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may…
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Irmgard Keun | Season Five -New Identities
Today Katy tells Dan about German author and all round legend, Irmgard Keun (6 February 1905 – 5 May 1982). This season we are focusing on new identities. Tune in to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. Join their Patreon for exclusive content and…
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The Bermuda Triangle | Curses Season
This week Dan and Katy talk about the Bermuda Triangle - is it cursed or is there a scientific explanation? Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on...
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The Curse of the Exorcist | Curses Season
Today Katy and Dan talk about the alleged curse of The Exorcist (1973). Deaths, injures and even murder plagued the film during production and after release. Let us know what you think - curse or coincidence? Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not...
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The Curse of Tutankhamun’s Tomb | Curses Season
After a month long break Dan and Katy are back! This week, we start off Curses Month by delving into the Curse of Tutankhamun's Tomb; were the deaths supernatural, murder or just coincidence? You decide! Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have...
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Historical Jesus (An ongoing debate) Festive Season
Today Katy tells Dan about the debate surrounding Jesus, historical evidence for his existence and what historians have thought over the years. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here:...
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Krampus (Origin Dates Unknown) Festive Season
This week, we keep the festive train rolling when Dan tells Katy all about the Joker to Santa's Batman, the punisher of the naughty - Krampus! You'd WISH you were only getting coal if you came across this Christmas beast. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you…
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The Christmas Truce (December 1914) Festive Season
Today Katy and Dan talk about the First World War's famous Christmas Truce and Katy puts forth some first hand accounts of the events. This month is festive month, so join us in December for festive history! Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not...
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Marie Antoinette (1755 - 1793) Treason Seaon
Dan and Katy talk about Marie Antoinette, the treasonous French queen. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram @haveyoueverpod. Please do...
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The Gunpowder Plot (November 1605) Treason Season
Today Katy and Dan talk about the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 - the reason people all over the UK set off fireworks on 5 November every year. Please note this episode contains brief descriptions of historical methods of torture and execution - this may not be suitable for all listeners. Tune in every...
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John Amery (1912- 1945) Treason Season
Up first for treason month...Dan and Katy discuss fascist turncoat and traitor to the realm, John Amery (1912-1945), and his brainchild, the Legion of St. George. Beware of Chelsea - it's always the rich kids... Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may...
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Bloody Mary (dates unknown) Spooky Season
UPDATE: Sorry for our technical issues with this episode, this has now been updated and fixed. Katy and Dan are back for one final spooky month episode. Katy talks to Dan about the legend/myth of Bloody Mary in the mirror. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you...
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Enfield poltergeist (1977- 1979) Spooky Season
This week Dan tells Katy all about the Enfield poltergeist, who haunted a London house in the 1970s. Will it convert her to a ghost believer? Listen to see! Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here:...
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Sharon Kinne (1939- ?) Spooky Season
This month Dan and Katy will be covering spooky stories, think witches, ghosts and murders! Today Katy tells the story of Sharon Kinne, a murderess with a mysterious ending. Just a warning, this episode contains descriptions of murder. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from...
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Tomoe Gozen (12th Century) Fierce female samurai
Today Dan educates Katy on Tomoe Gozen, a fierce female samurai from 12th century Japan. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram…
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Smallpox and vaccination
Today Katy and Dan talk about the history of the Smallpox vaccination and how the fast spreading virus was eradicated. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod…
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Lagertha (9th Century) Legendary Shield Maiden
This week Dan and Katy discuss Lagertha, the legendary Viking warrior and fan favourite from the History Channel series. The question is: was she real, and what can she tell us about the existence of Shield Maidens? Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or...
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John Stonehouse (1925 - 1988) The MP who wasn't dead
Today Katy shares with Dan the mad story of John Stonehouse, an English politician who got into some hot water and decided to...well...you'll have to listen to find out! Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on...
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Henri Giraud (1879 - 1949) The French escapist general
This week, Dan and Katy discuss Henri Giraud, the wartime general, Free France leadership hopeful, Houdiniesque escape artist and master of disguise. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here:...
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The Novels ofJane Austen (first published 1811- 1871)
Today is something a bit different! Katy talks about the novels of Jane Austen, telling Dan a bit about each plot, publication and reactions. Hit is up on Twitter and let us know which your favourite is! Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have...
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Stephanie St. Clair (1897 - 1969) The Numbers Queen of Harlem
Today Dan tells Katy about Stephanie St. Clair, the notorious numbers queen of Harlem. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram @haveyoueverpod....
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Elizabeth Blount (c. 1500 - c. 1539) Henry VIII's Mistress
This week Katy tells Dan about Bessie Blount, the woman who gave Henry VIII his first son. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram...
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Claus Von Stauffenberg (1907 - 1944)
This week Dan and Katy discuss Claus Von Stauffenberg (15 Nov 1907 - 21 July 1944), and the 20 July Plot - the ill-fated plan to kill Hitler in 1944. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here:...
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Forty Hall (1632- Present)
Katy and Dan discuss the historic house Forty Hall and all it's owners from its conception in 1632 to the present day. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod…
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Vampires (a short history)
Today Dan takes Katy through the history behind vampire lore! A unique episode perfect for vampire lovers and novices alike. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here:...
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Joseph Merrick (1862- 1890)
Today Katy tells Dan about Joseph Merrick, aka "The Elephant Man". Made famous by David Lynch's film of the same name, Merrick's short life is a story of adversity and curiosity. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about stuff from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow...
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Caligula (12 AD - 41AD)
This week Dan and Katy discuss the Roman Emperor, sexual deviant and all-round reprobate, Roman Emperor, Caligula. Please note: this episode contains some sexual content. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them…
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Dmitri Mendeleev's Periodic Table (1834 - 1907)
Today Katy tells Dan about Dmitri Mendeleev and the "invention" of the periodic table. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram @haveyoueverpod....
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Operation Compass (9 December 1940 - 9 February 1941)
This week, Dan and Katy cover their first historical event when they talk about Operation Compass. Find out what happened when the Commonwealth forces deuced it out with Italians between 9th December 1940 and 9th February 1941 in the first series of battles that started off WWII's North African...
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Robin Hood (? - ?)
The man, the myth, the legend! Today Katy and Dan discuss Robin Hood: is he real? And if so, who is he? Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram...
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Johnathan Wilde (1683- 1725)
This week Dan and Katie shamelessly cash in on the Line of Duty finale and discuss one of Britain's first "bent coppers", the organised crime boss, Jonathan Wilde. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on…
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Lady Emma Hamilton (1765 - 1815)
Today Katy and Dan talk about Lady Emma Hamilton (1765 - 1815), known for being the mistress of a famous Admiral in England. One of the earliest "celebrities", it's easy to see how we got to where we are today with celebrity culture. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from...
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William Burke (1792 - 1829) & William Hare (c.1800 - ?)
This week, Dan and Katy take a little look at the development of anatomy in the 1800s when they discuss the murderous and somewhat impatient resurrection men William Burke & William Hare. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You...
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Pope Formosus (c.816 - 896)
This week listen to Katy tell Dan the mad story of Pope Formosus (c.816 - 896) and the trial that made his corpse famous! Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here…
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Captain Benjamin Hornigold (1680 - 1719)
This week, Dan tells Katy about legendary pirate Captain Benjamin Hornigold (1680–1719) and his confused moral compass that span all over the globe. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here:...
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Chales I (1600 - 1649) & Oliver Cromwell (1599 - 1658)
In this special episode, to make our 50th episode, we talk about Charles I and Oliver Cromwell. Dan takes on the role of cavalier, telling you all about King Charles I of England and Katy is the roundhead, talking about Lord Protector, Oliver Cromwell. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk...
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Vincenzo Peruggia (1881- 1925)
Today's episode is all about Vincenzo Peruggia, who in 1911 stole the Mona Lisa. Learn about how and why this man decided to steal the masterpiece in broad daylight and how this catapulted the Mona Lisa to worldwide fame. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you...
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Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel (1906 - 1947)
This week, Dan tells Katy about Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel (1906-1947), one of the most glamorous and murderous figures from the golden age of American organised crime, and the founder of the legendary Murder Inc. Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may...
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The Younger Lady (c. 1340 BC)
Today's historical person is a mummy! The story of the Younger Lady will have you wondering about who the mysterious woman found in the Valley of the Kings is. Listen to Katy tell Dan about the Younger Lady and who she may have been. We get straight into the history, but if you want to hang…
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Ramsey Bader
This small history of a Black British tank driver from World War Two can tell us so much about British attitudes during this important time. Using sparse sources, Dan tells Katy about Ramsey Bader. We like to get straight into the history, but if you want to hang around at the end, we usually…
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L. Ron Hubbard (Part Two)
In this second and final part of L. Ron Hubbard, Katy talks about Hubbard's time with the Sea Org, the development of Scientology and his death. If you haven't listened to part one, please do go back and listen to last week's episode first to get the full picture! Also please check out Going…
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L. Ron Hubbard (Part One)
In today's episode we have our first ever 2 part episode! Katy talks about L. Ron Hubbard (1911 - 1986), founder of the Church of Scientology. Part One covers his life up to 1951 and the publication of Dianetics. It talks about his first two marriages and his time in the US Navy during World War...
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François Fournier and Pierre Dupont
This week, Dan and Katy discuss the real-life Duellists (of Ridley Scott fame), François Fournier and Pierre Dupont, their 30 duels spanning 10 years and the toxic masculinity of honour in the 19th century. The fact really is weirder than the fiction... Remember, if you want to hang around at the...
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V. C. Andrews
Today Katy tells Dan about the most successful ghostwriter ever. Have you ever heard of V. C. Andrews? (1923 - 1986) and (1940 - present). Just a warning, this episode has a brief mention of fictional rape and insect and may not be suitable for all listeners. We get straight into the history, but...
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Tom Sayers
Today Dan tells Katy all about English boxer Tom Sayers (1826 - 1865). Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram @haveyoueverpod. Please do...
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George Fox
Today Katy tells Dan all about Quaker leader George Fox (1624 - 1691). Tune in every week to hear Katy and Dan talk about people from history you may or may not have heard of. You can follow them on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/HaveYouEverPod and on Instagram @haveyoueverpod. Please do...
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