Half-Arsed History
Riley Knight
Half-Arsed History's first book, History's Strangest Deaths, is now available: https://www.booktopia.com.au/history-s-strangest-deaths-riley-knight/book/9781761472589.htmlWelcome along to Half-Arsed History! It's a weekly podcast highlighting absurd and entertaining stories from history. Three times a week, it helps host Riley Knight feel as though his useless history degree has some kind of real-world relevance.Get in touch: halfarsedhistory@gmail.comSupport the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/halfarsedhistorySubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/halfarsedhistoryBuy Half-Arsed History merch: https://halfarsedhistory.theprintbar.comIf you've just discovered the show and aren't sure which of the 350+ episodes to start with, here are some suggestions:Episode 139: The History of the Toilet - https://sptfy.com/PK3J • https://apple.co/3Giftt3Episode 75: The Great Emu War - https://sptfy.com/PK3K • https://apple.co/4jKCvr7Episode 197: The History of Nuclear Weapons - https://sptfy.com/PK3L • https://apple.co/4jygYlcEpisode 233: The 1930 FIFA World Cup - https://sptfy.com/PK3M • https://apple.co/4iltL9PEpisode 106: The First Circumnavigation - https://sptfy.com/PK3N • https://apple.co/4jewsLjHalf-Arsed History acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the unceded Gubbi Gubbi (Kabi Kabi) Land on which the podcast is written and recorded, and pays respect to First Nations Elders past, present, and emerging. Indigenous sovereignty was never ceded. This continent always was, and always will be, Aboriginal Land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 28, 2021 • 51min
Episode 140: The Lafitte Brothers, the Roguish Pirates
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, learn the history of the infamous Lafitte Brothers, who were privateers, smugglers, political operatives, businessmen, spies, and all around rogues who made an unlikely alliance with the US to save New Orleans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 21, 2021 • 56min
Episode 139: The History of the Toilet
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, learn the history of the humble toilet, and hear how it has developed over the years from a rudimentary necessity to something that has bolstered both public health and a lot of very highbrow humour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2021 • 43min
Episode 138: The Order of Assassins
Explore the origins and tactics of the Order of Assassins, a fanatically loyal group pursuing political and religious goals in medieval Islamic history. Learn about the evolution of Islamic sects, Hassan Isaba's rise, recruitment tactics involving Hashish, and the enigmatic legacy of the assassins, debunking myths and shedding light on their true historical narrative.
Feb 7, 2021 • 42min
Episode 137: Alexander Selkirk, the Real-World Crusoe
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, hear the story of Alexander Selkirk, a castaway whose incredible tale was one of the real-life inspirations for the famous novel Robinson Crusoe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 31, 2021 • 37min
Episode 136: King Ludwig II, the Fairytale King
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, uncover the tale of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who was responsible for securing a great cultural legacy for his kingdom - including the construction of the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 24, 2021 • 41min
Episode 135: The History of Football
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, discover the history of football, from its origins as an anarchic, violent game played by hundreds to the many various codes that have developed over the years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2021 • 42min
Episode 134: Eleanor of Aquitaine, Grandmother of Europe
Learn about Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful woman who shaped the history of England and France through strategic marriages, involvement in politics, and contributions to chivalry, courtly love, and maritime law. Explore her influence in the Second Crusade, her political legacy in Europe, and her enduring impact on Western history.
Jan 10, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode 133: The First-Term Achievements of Every Single US President
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, test the claim made earlier this week that the outgoing US presidency represents the "greatest first term ever" by examining every single first term of every single US president in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 3, 2021 • 42min
Episode 132: History’s Shortest Reigns
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, discover the rulers throughout history that had the shortest reigns - although not all of them are accepted, even the disputed ones make for some great stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 27, 2020 • 42min
Episode 131: The Mongol Invasions of Japan
In this episode of Half-Arsed History, hear the tale of the Mongol Invasions of Japan, and the unlikely way in which the invasions ultimately failed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
