After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
History HitThis is After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal. The podcast that takes you to the shadiest corners of the past, unpicking history’s spookiest, strangest, and most sinister stories.
Join historians Anthony Delaney and Maddy Pelling, every Monday and Thursday to take a look at the darker side of history. From haunted pubs and Houdini, to witch trials and weird UFO sightings.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 240 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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In 1895, the world witnessed its first true celebrity trial when Oscar Wilde was charged with “Gross Indecency". To tell the powerful story of Wilde's life in its fullness, Anthony and Maddy are joined by Merlin Holland, grandson of Oscar Wilde. Anth... more
Maddy and Anthony dig into their own family history in collaboration with Ancestry! They find stories from the darker side of the past in their own family trees. Huge thanks to Ancestry's genealogists and family historians Jenn Utley, Joe Buggy and C... more
We all know the story of Pompeii: the Roman town reduced to ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Roughly two-thousand years later, archaeologists have been able to uncover the stories of its victims. What do we know of the lives of this city's inhabitant... more
How dark really were the Vikings? How much of a part did human sacrifice play in their world? And what was their relationship with magic?
Joining Anthony and Maddy in today's episode is historian, author and all-round Viking expert Dr Eleanor Barrac... more
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I love this pod. Dark history well researched and entertainingly presented. Love Maddie and Anthony.
Podcast Addict52 months agosmillsy71- Too much irrelevant chit chat
I used to enjoy this podcast but recently it has started to irritate me.
The subject matter is good and the two presenters know their stuff.
My issue are the constant stupid jokes which aren’t funny but are really annoying. Guys, ye are presenters of a history podcast not a 2nd rate comedy show.
Please stop laughing at your own jokes and stick to the subject, keep it simple.
John.
Apple Podcasts3Jonney Pop
Ireland2 months ago - Review
Absolutely love your podcast. Definitely my favorite. Thank you for how good a job the two of you do in regard to the quality of the show.
Apple Podcasts5gonewaydownhill
Canada2 months ago this podcast is single-handedly responsible for reigniting my curiosity for history. the hosts are wonderful and well informed, and I love that they bring on guests that have deeper knowledge for most topics. give it a listen!
Audible5Cortney
United States2 months agoThey do an amazing job of both telling a good story and analyzing the history behind the stories.
Audible5Josh SebertUnited States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #40 | United States/History |
Spotify | #154 |  United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #9 | United Kingdom/History |
Spotify | #130 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #107 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #11 | United Kingdom/History |
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Exploring the darker corners of history, a dynamic duo of historians uncovers the most sinister and intriguing stories from the past. With a blend of spooky narratives and scholarly insights, the discussions cover a wide array of topics such as haunted locations, witch trials, and historical crimes, appealing to both history buffs and general audiences. This show is particularly remarkable for its entertaining approach, combining lighter banter with engaging historical narratives, making the tales both informative and enjoyable. Each episode invites listeners to consider the peculiarities and complexities of history, often merging captivating storytelling with humor.
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this podcast launched 2 years ago and published 240 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Dr Jess Venner
2. Dr. Eleanor Barraclough
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