History Extra podcast Horrible Histories: 15 years of death, poo and talking rats
Apr 14, 2024
Celebrating 15 years of 'Horrible Histories', the podcast discusses the show's success with comedy songs, gruesome deaths, and a talking rat. Key team members share insights on the show's origins, collaborative writing process, historical research, and balancing humor with historical accuracy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 1min
Exploring the Genesis of Horrible Histories
01:30 • 3min
Exploring the Collaborative Writing Process and Historical Research in Comedy Show
04:52 • 4min
Navigating Historical Complexity with Humor and a Rat Historian
09:17 • 2min
Balancing Comedy and Historical Sensitivity
10:52 • 18min