Popcorn History
Podcast Description
Detz loves a history lecture, especially if it's his. Dice loves learning - almost as much as she likes getting in the way. So we're giving the world what it didn't know it needed: an odd couple talking about history, from the sublime to the ridiculous. Politics? Sure. Famous villains? Why not. Ancient or modern? Depends on the day. We follow our cravings, and when the mood strikes, we interview a guest "expert". If fluffy and flavourful is how you like your history, you're in the right place.
(Credentials: four uni degrees between us. History and theatre feature prominently.)
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Explores various historical topics ranging from British politics between the World Wars to the legacy of Eva Perón and the intricacies of the Russian Revolution, with episodes highlighting political coalitions, industrial unrest, and cultural figures, ensuring a mix of light-hearted and serious discussions.
Detz loves a history lecture, especially if it’s his. Dice loves learning – almost as much as she likes getting in the way. So we’re giving the world what it didn’t know it needed: an odd couple talking about history, from the sublime to the ridiculous. Politics? Sure. Famous villains? Why not. Ancient or modern? Depends on the day. We follow our cravings, and when the mood strikes, we interview a guest “expert”. If fluffy and flavourful is how you like your history, you’re in the right place.
(Credentials: four uni degrees between us. History and theatre feature prominently.)
1960s Europe. Student riots, IRA in-fighting, bank robberiesa la Robin Hood. Even in the Basque Country, terrific wine took a backseat to the freedom fighters.
What was all the fuss about, and why did they all decide to be Revolutionary Roommates in Libya? There are some bits about Palestine, which had quite a different vibe then. Scotland’s Lockerbie bombing also features. It’s not our funniest episode (understandably) but be assured it’s not a downer. You’ll even learn some new acronyms and how to mispronounce them.
For the readers and movie lovers:
- Munich, The Baader-Meinhof Complex, Patriot Games,The Reader, Day of the Jackal (and sure, Forrest Gump)
- War Without End by Christopher Dobson & RonaldPayne
- Blood and Rage by Michael Burley
- Books forthcoming in 2026: The Revolutionists (JasonBurke) and The Red Brigades (John Foot)
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