Fin vs History

Fin Taylor & Horatio Gould
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May 15, 2025 • 38min

Look How Good I Am At Drawing Apples | The Renaissance Part 2: Holland

Discover the eccentricities of Dutch art in a lighthearted exploration of the Northern Renaissance. The hosts contrast the surreal works of Hieronymus Bosch and Rembrandt with English traditions, all while sharing laughs about their humorous art critiques. They discuss the transformative impact of the Protestant Reformation on artistic perspectives, mixing personal anecdotes with historical insights. Expect playful banter about cultural identity, societal issues, and even a quirky nod to Belgium's unique charm!
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May 12, 2025 • 50min

Trust The Italians to Rediscover Porn | The Renaissance Part 1: Italy

Dive into the Renaissance as Italy emerges from the dark ages, sporting a vibrant cultural scene led by the audacious Italians. Discover the playful side of political power struggles and how the printing press flipped religious authority on its head. Experience hilarious comparisons between iconic art and celebrity encounters, while exploring the lighthearted evolution of nudity and sexuality in art. Join the banter that cleverly ties historical patronage to modern support on platforms like Patreon!
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May 8, 2025 • 42min

Justice for Naughty Francis Bourgeois | The Eichmann Trial: Jerusalem, 1961 (Part 4/4)

The sesh has officially ended for Adolf Eichmann, as he is put on trial by his wife and kids and forced to reckon with what he did on the Big Nazi Stag Do of 1939-1945 The show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened.  For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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May 5, 2025 • 53min

The Oi-Vey Team | The Eichmann Trial: Mossad Capture (Part 3/4)

A forbidden romance unfolds as Eichmann's son falls for a Holocaust survivor's daughter, leading spies to a dark past. The podcast hilariously juxtaposes dating in the 50s with the absurdity of Eichmann's life in hiding. With witty commentary, it tackles the complexities of identity and history. Listeners delve into the chaotic yet serious mission of capturing Eichmann, revealing the emotional turmoil of the Mossad's strategic operations. The mix of humor and poignant observations offers a unique take on a gripping historical narrative.
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May 1, 2025 • 54min

Ricardo The Gaucho Gobbler | The Eichmann Trial : Nazi on the Run (Part 2/4)

While the Nazi High Command are being tried at Nuremberg, Adolf Eichmann has gone to ground, and with the help of the Catholic Church, flees to Argentina to explore his sexuality The show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened.  For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 28, 2025 • 55min

My pronouns are He / Himmler | The Eichmann Trial: War Criminal (Part 1/4)

If the Nazis were a Stag Do, Adolf Eichmann was the guy who phones the pub and books the table for 12…but when the sesh ends, Adolf doesn’t want to go home The show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened.  For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreon https://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 24, 2025 • 56min

Instel (Involuntary Sterilised) | Charles Darwin & The Birth of Eugenics (Part 2)

Charles Darwin’s cousin misunderstands what Charlie meant and starts a train of thought that ends in some very naughty trains in Germany We’re going on Tour in October! Patreon presale starts thus Thurs Thursday 24th April @ 10am, general sale Friday 25th April 10amThe show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened. For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 21, 2025 • 55min

When Birdwatching Goes Too Far | Charles Darwin & The Birth of Eugenics (Part 1)

How did a humble British bug-chaser’s ideas about finches lead to America forcibly sterilising people? We’re going on Tour in October! Patreon presale starts thus Thurs Thursday 24th April @ 10am, general sale Friday 25th April 10amThe show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened. For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 20, 2025 • 51min

I’m Not Racist, Some of My Best Hostages Are Black | The Iranian Revolution, 1979 (3/3)

The Shah goes on his holibobs and Ayatollah Khomeini uses a hostage crisis to play 4 dimensional woke chessThe show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened. For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Apr 17, 2025 • 1h 2min

Please Don’t Cut Our Heads Off | The Iranian Revolution, 1979 (2/3)

The Ayatollah still hasn’t finished his book, and Mohammad Reza Shah spends the GDP of a small country on a primary school nativity playThe show for people who like history but don't care what actually happened. For weekly bonus episodes, ad-free listening and early access to series, become a Truther and sign up to the Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/fintaylor?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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