History Is Sexy

Murderesses! Bloodbaths! Wicked rulers! Cruel sadists! In this week's episode, Emma and Janina examine the horrible stories of some the nastiest and most bloodthirsty women in history. CONTENT WARNING: This episode features graphic descriptions of torture and murder that some listeners might find upsetting.

Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/historyissexy Join Emma and Janina as they discuss their favourite/most maddening historical myths and misconceptions. Featuring! * Flat Earth! * Caligula and his horse! * New Zealand settlement myths! * Napoleon! * Armour! * Vikings!

Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/historyissexy This week, Emma and Janina have a go at unravelling one of the more tricky questions submitted by listeners: What's the deal with antipopes? "Habemus Papam/We Have A Pope": http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1456472/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/historyissexy "Before Scott and Charlene tied the knot, did anyone marry for love?" Join Emma & Janina as they attempt to unravel the history of love marriages. This episode's book recommendation: Hild - Nicola Griffiths Other Books: Marriage, A History: How Love Conquered Marriage - Stephanie Coontz I Don’t: A Contrarian History of Marriage - Susan Squire Public Vows: A History of Marriage and the Nation - Nancy F. Cott Sex, Marriage and and Family in World Religions - Don S. Browning Marriage, Sex and Death: The Family and the Fall of the Roman West - Emma Southon Eucheria of Marsailles, Sixth Century Satirical Poem.

Dive into the complexities of World War One, from the often overlooked prelude to the chaotic battles. Discover how propaganda shaped public perception and demonized opponents, particularly Germany. Unearth the cultural echoes of the war through characters like Hercule Poirot and reflect on how these narratives influence contemporary conflicts. With a playful twist, the hosts explore the absurdities of historical narratives and engage with listener questions about love and marriage in the context of history. It's a thought-provoking romp through the past!

Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/historyissexyJoin Dr Emma Southon and Janina Matthewson as they examine the impact of Roman conquest, both on the conquered peoples and how we view Rome in the modern world. The tintinnabulum: https://goo.gl/rixVdN Monty Python: https://goo.gl/8ouUh3 Animated map of growth of the Roman Empire https://goo.gl/2vvRDV Pliny https://www.britannica.com/biography/Pliny-the-Elder