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You're Dead to Me

BBC Radio 4
Bloomsbury Group
Bollywood
Queen Of Sheba
Inca Empire
William Shakespeare
Simón Bolívar
Indian Cinema
Solomon
Virginia Woolf
E.M. Forster
Madame C.J. Walker
Spanish Conquest
Catherine the Great
John Maynard Keynes
Lytton Strachey
Vanessa Bell
Pythagoras
Haircare
Beauty Culture
African American Women's History

The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. In each episode of You’re Dead to Me from BBC Radio 4, Greg Jenner is joined by a comedian and an expert historian to learn and laugh about the past.

History isn’t just about dates and textbooks – it’s about extraordinary characters, amazing stories, and some very questionable fashion choices. How long did it take to build an Egyptian pyramid? What ... more

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Greg Jenner is joined in early modern India by historian Dr Jagjeet Lally and comedian Nish Kumar to learn all about the subcontinent’s dynamic 18th century.

From the 16th century, the dominant power in India was the Mughal Empire. According to the ... more

Greg Jenner is joined in 16th-century Italy by historian Professor Jill Burke and comedian Tatty Macleod to learn all about Renaissance beauty standards and treatments.

Early modern Italy is renowned for the gorgeous artworks created by painters lik... more

Greg Jenner is joined in medieval Scandinavia by historian Dr Eleanor Barraclough and comedian Chloe Petts to learn about the fascinating women of the Viking age.

The popular stereotype of the Vikings is pretty macho: bearded men on boats, heading o... more

Greg Jenner is joined in 19th-century America by historian Dr Vanessa Heggie and comedian Ed Byrne to learn all about the feuding Kellogg Brothers.

John and Will Kellogg were born into a large family in Battle Creek, Michigan, in the middle of the 1... more

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Recent Guests

Jill Burke
Professor of Renaissance Visual and Material Cultures at the University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Renaissance Beauty (Radio Edit)
Dr. Eleanor Barraclough
A historian, writer, and broadcaster focusing on the cultures, literatures, and languages of the medieval North.
Bath Spa University
Episode: Viking Women (Radio Edit)
Chloe Petts
An award-nominated stand-up comedian who has appeared on various television programs.
Episode: Viking Women (Radio Edit)
Professor Olivette Otele
Distinguished research professor of the legacies and memory of slavery at SOAS, University of London.
SOAS, University of London
Episode: Alexandre Dumas (Radio Edit)
Dr Gabrielle Storey
Historian of monarchy and sexuality, author of Beringaria of Navarre, Queen of England
Episode: Empress Matilda (Radio Edit)
Professor Brett Whalen
Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, expert on Christian intellectual and cultural history during the Middle Ages
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Early Medieval Papacy (Radio Edit)
Alison Spittle
Comedian, writer, and actress, known for her stand-up and involvement in various comedy-related projects
BBC
Episode: Early Medieval Papacy (Radio Edit)
Dr Caroline Dodds Pennock
Senior lecturer in international history at the University of Sheffield and leading historian of the Aztecs.
University of Sheffield
Episode: The Columbian Exchange (Radio Edit)
Dr. Lucy Worsley
Historian, curator, author, and broadcaster
BBC Sounds
Episode: Jane Austen: the life of a Regency literary icon

Host

Greg Jenner
Host and historian who brings a playful yet informative angle to each episode, engaging listeners in a fun exploration of history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27.3k ratings
  • AMAZING!!!

    I loved it, please ignore

    the people who say get rid of the radio edits because they are the only ones that I can listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Random Chickens
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • Super funny and informative

    Plz come out with more episodes sooner plz

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Power to the people 🙌🏽
    United States20 days ago
  • Alexandre Dumas

    His mother is called “Labouret”, daughter of an inn keeper? La bourre Is “the drunkards” in French!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laurie Whitten
    France21 days ago
  • I LOVE THIS PODCAST!!!

    It's amazing!!! I love the format and I listen to it every day! Thank you for creating this show! ❤️ I love the victorian bodybuilding episode and the 16th century makeup episode!!!

    Thank you again!!!

    😁🩷😁😁😁🩷😁

    (also small side note... can you redo the prohibition episode? I LOVE the prohibition but i can't stand Kemah Bob's voice! Please!!!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    History Lover/NERRDDDD 🤓
    United States25 days ago
  • Really good

    Really good and I think the radio edits are exactly the same as normal episodes 🦅🌊RAVECLAW 🦅🌊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pokemoneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
    United Kingdoma month ago

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The quality of guest commentary garners positive feedback, with many appreciating how comedians add a light-hearted perspective to historical discussions.
Listeners adore the blend of humor and informative historical content, highlighting its engaging format and accessibility.
Despite a few criticisms regarding pacing and specific episodes, the overall sentiment towards the podcast is overwhelmingly positive.
Some reviews express a desire for more diverse topics and guests, emphasizing the need for broader representation in content.
There are comments about the podcast being an excellent resource for both entertainment and education, often recommended for history buffs and casual learners alike.

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Crabs have evolved independently on several occasions, resulting in different species exhibiting crab-like characteristics due to similar environmental pressures.
Alexandria: city of knowledge and culture
Q: How did librarians in Alexandria expand their book collections?
They stole books from ships docking in the city and kept the original while returning a copy.
Alexandria: city of knowledge and culture
Q: Which wonder of the world was built on Pharos in Ptolemaic Alexandria?
The Lighthouse.
Alexandria: city of knowledge and culture
Q: Why was Alexandria important?
It became a global knowledge capital and a trade capital, growing rapidly and reaching a population of a million at one point.
Alexandria: city of knowledge and culture
Q: Where is Alexandria?
It's on the Mediterranean, on the Nile Delta, south of Greece, but also in Africa, in the north-east of Africa.

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What is You're Dead to Me about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This entertaining podcast combines humor and history to explore a wide range of intriguing topics. Each episode features host Greg Jenner, who is accompanied by a comedian and an expert historian, diving into fascinating stories from various historical epochs. From the beauty practices of Renaissance Italy to the roles of Viking women, episodes tackle subjects that are often overlooked in traditional history narratives. The podcast captures the essence of extraordinary historical figures and events, making the past entertaining and approachable while dispelling myths and shining a light on lesser-known facets of history.

Listeners can expect a mix of laughter and learning as they explore topics such as historical fashion, royal intrigue, c... more

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1. Jill Burke
2. Dr. Eleanor Barraclough
3. Chloe Petts
4. Professor Olivette Otele
5. Dr Gabrielle Storey
6. Professor Brett Whalen
7. Alison Spittle
8. Dr Caroline Dodds Pennock

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