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.
Latest episodes
Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 2min
Episode #101 - WTDW The Marquis de Sade?
He's widely known as one of history's biggest freaks, but what was actually the deal with the Marquis de Sade?
Dec 24, 2024 • 1h 1min
Episode #100 - Patron Questions
All three of us take to the mic for this 100th episode celebration, answering questions supplied by the members of our patreon!
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Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 1min
Episode #99: Quick Roman Questions
A bunch of questions about Rome and Romans that don't fit into an episode of their own
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Dec 13, 2024 • 10min
Bonus Episode #1 Preview - Glad2ator and Megalopolis
A taster of our first ever bonus episode, a film review show about two roman-inspired films.
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Dec 3, 2024 • 1h 6min
Episode #98 - Who Were The Druids?
The Druids, mysterious figures in pre-Roman British history, but who were they really??
Nov 19, 2024 • 49min
Episode #97 - The Shroud of Turin & Veils of Veronica
Miraculous holy faces! Where do they come from? What is their history? Join Emma and Janina as they take a trip through the bizarre world of face-based relics!
Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 3min
Episode 96 - Was Mansa Musa The Richest Person Ever?
He's the legendary emperor of Mali, famed for his epic journey to Mecca, but was he really the richest person in history?
Oct 22, 2024 • 1h 12min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 4
Tito is dead, what happens now?
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Oct 8, 2024 • 1h 13min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 3
It's Tito Time
Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 12min
The History of Yugoslavia - Part 2
This time on History is Sexy, Emma and Janina continue their deep dive into the tumultuous history of the Balkans.
