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.
Episodes
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Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 16min
Episode #115 - Eleanor of Aquitaine
You may know her from the 1968 film "The Lion In Winter" but who was the real Eleanor of Aquitaine?
Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 2min
Episode #114 - Pope Joan
Lady Pope! What's the legend of Pope Joan?
Sep 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Episode #113 - Arctic Exploration
Episode #113 - Arctic Exploration by History Is Sexy
Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 4min
Episode #112 - The History of Duels
En Garde!
Jul 29, 2025 • 48min
Episode #111 - The Year of the Four Emperors (Part 3)
If you thought we forgot to upload this one, you would be correct, but here it is!
Jul 1, 2025 • 53min
Episode #110 - The Year Of The Four Emperors (pt 2)
Time for ranking! Emma lays out her categories and we rank the Four Emperors!
Jun 17, 2025 • 54min
Episode #109 - The Year of the Four Emperors
Four emperors, Jeremy, four? That's insane.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 23min
Episode #108 - Why Is Shakespeare "The Bard"?
William Shakespeare is often lauded as the greatest writer in the English language, but where did this reputation come from? How was it formed? Why is he referred to as "The Bard"? Was he just a front for a different writer? Join Janina and Emma as they unravel this knotty thicket.
May 20, 2025 • 1h 19min
Episode #107 - Carthage
Carthage, known primarily as one of early Rome's foremost nemeses, but what's the real story behind this North African city-state?
Apr 29, 2025 • 1h 8min
Episode #104 - History's Greatest Conmen
You may have noticed Episode 104 was missing from our feed, here it is! Sorry for the delay! <3 Emma, Janina, & Oliver
