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That Time When
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Episodes
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Millions of Parisians were Buried beneath the City
After a little heatwave inspired break we are back with an episode on a place where you can easily stay cool: the Paris Catacombs. They'll tell you it was a respectful and dignified burying of the dead, but really we can all tell that it was just a way of getting rid of an absolutely vast…
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The Luddites had a Point
A discussion about scrambled eggs led to us having a think about the Luddites, whose name is now synonymous with anti-technology. But the Luddites were more complicated that, and this week we will explore the origins of the Luddites, how the government responded to them, and whether the Luddites...
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People Craunched the Marmoset
I don't blame you for not knowing what the episode title means. This week Amelia is going to look at bad art at a few points in history, but the sort of things where it's so bad it's good. So we'll be looking at some bad artwork, some bad singing, and some truly awful translations. The following...
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Rasputin was Murdered (pt. 3)
We've finally reached the end of our journey with the story of Rasputin and his famous assassination, wherein we learn the truth about how he died and what happened to those who orchestrated his murder The following music was used in this media project: "Anachronist" Kevin MacLeod…
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Three Conspirators Plotted to Kill Rasputin (pt. 2)
We continue with our multi-part series on the death of Rasputin, where Barnaby will tell us all about the three conspirators behind Rasputin's murder, how they came to decide this was what was good for Russia, and what personally motivated each of them. The following was used in creation of this...
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Rasputin was a Mad Monk pt. 1
You may already have heard of Rasputin, or at least you'll have heard something about Rasputin, but in many ways the truth is stranger than fiction. In this episode Barnaby begins his multi-part journey talking about the life, and more importantly the death, of one of Russia's most mysterious...
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A Grand Duchess was found in Germany
You may have heard of men who used to be deluded that they were Napoleon, but it turns out some women had a similar issue when it came to the Grand Duchess Anastasia of the Romanovs. This week Amelia tells us about Anna, a woman found in Germany covered in scars who may have secretly been the…
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Winchester Cathedral Sank
Monty Python was nearly right about something sinking into a swamp, but it was a cathedral, not a castle. This week on That Time When we make a surprising number of pop culture references (mostly movies), so we'll be teaching you the previously unknown collection between the Saw franchise and...
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Horace De Vere Cole was a Prankster
Horace De Vere Cole was a pretty ordinary person for a wealthy man in the late 19th century, except for his obsession with pulling pranks. His obsession has meant that no one is really sure if he had a point to them or not: did he want to thumb his nose at authority figures and pretentious art?…
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Nicolas Flamel was Immortalised
You've probably heard the name Nicolas Flamel, most likely from the first Harry Potter book, but he was a real man with an... interesting story about his work as an alchemist and creator of the Philosopher's Stone. Of course, there's more to it than that, and also a whole lot less to it. The...
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Dracula's Brother was Drop-Dead Gorgeous (Feat. Swedish Coffee Bans)
On this Halloween episode we hope that you've got your corpse storage room ready, because we're going to talk about Vlad the Impaler... well, actually we're going to talk about Vlad's handsome brother, but you know Vlad is gonna get talked about too. Plus there's an episodette about an experiment...
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Gone with the Wind made Movie History
Gone With the Wind is a... controversial film, but definitely not as heavy on the racism as the book. This week, Amelia talks about the making of the film and how it influenced race relations in America in the 20th Century. The following music was used for this media project: Music: Anachronist…
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A South Korean Spy Thriller Lasted for Fifteen Years
We're back and delving into the murky world of espionage and crime with a story from Cold War era South Korea. Also listen out for what I believe is the first appearance of our rabbit Pearl on the podcast. The following music was used for this media project: Music: Anachronist by Kevin MacLeod…
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There was a Goblin in a Stove (Feat. John Glenn's Urine)
Possibly my favourite title I've ever come up with for one of these episodes. This week, Barnaby talks about the mysterious case of the Zaragoza Goblin, as well as the mysterious case of space fireflies... which might have been urine. The following music was used for this media project: Music:...
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A German Prince Built a Volcano
You know how it is, you spend your teenage years in the army, decide you don't like it, go on holiday instead, and develop a fascination with English parks and also Vesuvius. Tale as old as time, or at least it is for Prince Leopold III who was probably the ultimate gap year student, at least…
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An Australian PM went for a Swim (Feat. Penelope the Platypus)
You'd think that before drowning you might struggle a bit, or give some indication that you're not exactly happy with your present situation. Turns out if you don't it might be that you've just defected to China or been assassinated by the CIA. Probably not, but these were some theories around…
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Australia Started a War with Emus
What's this? A mysterious new voice on the podcast? Yes, this is our first ever guest episode of the podcast! This week Fiona Milway will tell us all about Australia's failed attempt to fight a war against Emus. Yes, Emus. You'd be surprised how tactical those birds can be and how much they…
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A Ghost gave Testimony at a Trial
Detective fiction would be very different if more people came back from the dead to testify in the case of their own murder. Unfortunately we can't always rely on the supernatural to put away murderers, but that is what happened in the case of the Greenbrier Ghost. The following music was used…
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Husbands Sold their Wives
What could be more English than going into a rural marketplace and seeing someone shouting "Wife for sale!" Surprisingly, wife-selling is a tradition in England that doesn't really get talked about that much. I wonder why... The following music was used for this media project: Music: Anachronist…
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Women Weren't Allowed to Drink in Bars
I mean, the title isn't exactly accurate, but it's how this story is often portrayed. This is the story of the case of Gill and Coote v El Vino's, a landmark case which stopped pubs and bars from preventing women from drinking at the bar, because, yes, the law needed to specify that. The…
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Demara was Several Monks
Welcome the Great Imposter! Not a superhero, nor a stage magician, but a man who really REALLY wanted to be a monk and ended up being a doctor, a psychologist, a lawyer, and an actor (and only one of those was legitimate). The following music was used for this media project: Music: Anachronist by...
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Londoners were Robbed by Elephants
We're back! Let's blow the dust off the microphones with a story about criminal gangs in London's past. This particular gang is made up of... elephants? Well, no, women actually, but still interesting either way, right? The following music was used for this media project: Music: Anachronist by...
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Mashers got the Point
In the late 19th to early 20th centuries, women suddenly faced more street harassment than before. Of course, they weren't going to take that lying down and so came up with new ways to defend themselves thanks... to fashion. This week on That Time When we talk about the hatpin panic, and once…
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Richard II was Remarkably Like Charles VI
After Barnaby talked last week about a mad king, Amelia has been champing at the bit to talk about one of her favourite subjects: Richard II of England. Was he mad? Did he have scores of gay lovers? Probably not, but there has been a lot of confusion over the life of Richard II and why he was so...
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Charles VI was a Hot, Wild Man
Charles VI of France was, for a while, known as Charles the Beloved. He surrounded himself with competent advisors and managed to reverse some unpopular decisions. Things were looking good. Unfortunately the king had his own personal problems, and led to a party that effectively ended his reign…
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Burke and Hare were Unbelievably Sloppy
It's Halloween! Or, a couple of days afterwards anyway, but hey ho, we're going to do a Halloween episode anyway. This week, Amelia dives into the world of body snatching in 19th century Edinburgh with the tale of Burke and Hare, who were definitely not the sort of suave gentlemen killers you…
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Dr Rebecca Crumpler was the First Black Woman to Receive an M.D. in America
We finish off Black History Month with the amazing tale of Dr Rebecca Lee Crumpler, who was such a dedicated doctor that she didn't have time for people's racism, she was just going to help people and no one was going to get in her way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Chevalier de Saint Georges was a Revolutionary, an Abolitionist, and Still a Musician (Feat. Goats eating coffee) (Part 2)
Well we might have beaten our record for longest episode title, but it's necessary when you're talking about someone as awesome as the Chevalier de Saint Georges. He continues with his displays of swordsmanship (with special appearance from a previous subject of the podcast), but now brings his...
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The Chevalier de Saint Georges was a Swordsman, Musician, and Composer (Part 1)
We start off Black History Month here on that time when with a man so cool we end up declaring him the Elvis of pre-revolutionary France. I mean, when you win a swordfight that ends slavery (sort of), you've got to be up there with the coolest people, even if your dad was a bit dodgy. Hosted on...
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Gutenberg Sold Dodgy Mirrors
Barnaby gets a bit frustrated at how little we know about one of the most important figures in European, and possibly world, history. You may know already of Johannes Gutenberg, but did you know that he had a side hustle before he made his printing press? Or how a lawsuit possibly stopped him…
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The Courts made a Meal of Dudley and Stephens
I think we all know the stories of sailors in history getting shipwrecked or stuck at sea and having to make the horrible choice to resort to cannibalism. In the 19th century this was such a problem that it caused decades of legal headaches until the courts finally decided to settle the matter…
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Alexander Selkirk was Marooned
Is it possible that Robinson Crusoe was inspired by a goat-man? This week on That Time When, Amelia tells us about Alexander Selkirk, a real life Robinson Crusoe who managed to survive for years on a deserted island thanks to the timely intercession of some sea-lions, a pack of friendly cats, and...
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Joseph Grimaldi Became The Sad Clown (Part 2)
This week on That Time When we continue with the story of Joseph Grimaldi, the Father of Modern Clowning. Last week we looked at his early life and ascent to the part of The Clown, this week we look at his prolific career and how he came to become the icon of the clown for years to come. We also...
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Joseph Grimaldi Became The Clown (Part 1)
Joseph Grimaldi can be remembered as the Father of the Modern Clown. But before you have traumatic memories of Pennywise and turn off, you should listen to his story, because Grimaldi's life is a fascinating study of a struggling artist who transformed theatres of the day. You'll also find out…
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Van Speijk Exploded (Feat. Gladiator Music)
This Week on That Time When we listen to the most dramatic and powerful music to accompany the Entry of the Gladiators. After that, Amelia tells us about a Dutch hero who is famous for pirate murder, delivering quips, and causing one very large explosion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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The Roanoke Colony Disappeared (Part 2)
This week on That Time When we continue the story of the lost Roanoke Colony, and actually get to the point where the colonists have gone missing! Now the mission becomes finding these poor people. Will the weather let up and actually allow someone to complete their mission? Will people back in...
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Sir Walter Raleigh Wanted Virginia (Part 1)
The mystery of the Missing Roanoke Colony is a pretty good story by itself, but it turns out that everything that led up to it was a mad comedy of errors. This week on That Time When, Barnaby tells us about the two expeditions that set the stage for the attempt at a first permanent colony in…
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Alexandre Dumas was a Copycat
Amelia has managed to find a very obscure French story that may well have... *ahem* inspired Alexandre Dumas to write The Count of Monte Cristo. This has everything: romance, betrayal, false imprisonment, vengeance, elaborate murder, and parrot slaying. You'd think it was all made up! Hosted on...
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Berners Street was Filled with Traffic
Imagine getting a knock at the door only to discover hoards of people who tell you that they've come to deliver various goods and services that you never asked for, and they probably want paying for it too. That was the experience Mrs Tottingham of 54 Berners Street had in 1810. In this episode…
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Deacon Brodie was Living a Double Life (Feat. Napoleon's Bunnies)
Amelia is back in the hosting seat this week and brings us a story that may have inspired a very well known character from gothic literature. William 'Deacon' Brodie was a very well-to-do locksmith from Edinburgh who had a sneaky little side business to help fund his double-life. Also this week…
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Qin Shi Huang was Obsessed with Death
Qin Shi Huang was the first emperor of China and accomplished a great many things, but he was a bit preoccupied with the possibility of his death. This might be because of the increasingly bizarre assassination attempts against him. So of course the only course of action was to build an enormous...
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The HMS Carmania had a Strange Encounter (Feat. Hieronymous Bosch's Butt Music)
Isn't it always the way that you can come up with an amazing plan and almost immediately it falls apart? This week on That Time When, Barnaby talks about the case of the HMS Carmania and the SMS Cap Trafalgar, which resulted in a surreal moment on the high seas during the First World War. Also...
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Harlan County had a Coal War
The news might try and say that strikes and industrial action are the absolute end of civilization as we know it, but they would do well to hear about the Coal Wars of 1930s Kentucky. This week on That Time When, Barnaby tells us about the bloody history of the Coal Wars which led to gunfights…
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There Were Many Types of Vampire
Have you had your fill of Morbius but not of other vampires? That Time When has you covered as Barnaby goes through some of the different types of vampire folklore from around the world. Which is the most scary, and why is it an owl from the Romans that has a very odd kink? Hosted on Acast. See...
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Ned Kelly Suited Up (Part 2)
This week on That Time When, we continue with our story of Ned Kelly. Moving on from dealing in dodgy horses, the Kelly gang decide to set themselves a new goal: create a really big fan club, a fan club big enough that people will be begging you to rob their bank so they can get your autograph....
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Ned Kelly was Hard Done By (Part 1)
Ned Kelly was one of the most famous bushrangers/outlaws of 19th century Australia, but was he a folk hero or a menace? It's hard to say, especially when some of his crimes have four different accounts of them, and we still don't know which one is true! This week on That Time When, Amelia takes…
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Jerusalem had a Leper King
Sometimes when you hear about people overcoming adversity, it really makes you feel bad about your own achievements. There are very few however, who could compare to King Baldwin IV of Jerusalem. Despite leprosy and a surprising amount of malaria, he managed to fight against the might of Saladin...
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Jonathan Wild was the Kingpin
Last week we looked at Jack Sheppard, the wild and roguish folk-hero of 18th Century London. This week we'll be looking at his antagonist, the Thief-Taker General Jonathan Wild. Wild's career was... wild. It's unbelievable quite how much of a stranglehold he had over the criminal underworld of...
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Jack Sheppard Escaped Prison Again and Again and Again
You may have seen films or TV where people break out of prison using bedsheets as a rope. Did you ever think that was a bit far-fetched? Well, this week on That Time When, Barnaby tells us the story of Jack Sheppard, a young man who repeatedly managed to break free from London prisons in the 18th...
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The Most Powerful Woman in England was Convicted of Witchcraft
What do you do when you need to get rid of a 'commoner' who is proving troublesome for the future of the monarchy? Accuse her of the greatest name of a crime ever: Treasonable Necromancy! Hell, that sounds cool. The aftermath... not so much. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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