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Condensed Histories

Condensed Histories

Written by: Jem Duducu
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Condensed Histories bridges the gap between history and popular culture. In each episode of Condensed Histories our host, Jem Duducu, takes an item of popular culture and looks under the surface to find real history hiding inside, with fascinating facts and stories about history spanning all eras, and also about the development of the piece pop-culture itself, appealing to history lover and enthusiasts of movies, games and music alike!


From shows on Netflix, Prime or Disney Plus, to the lastest blockbuster films, and even video games, songs, board games and food, Jem shows us how much history is lurking in our everyday entertainment.


Wandavision, The Dig, Warhammer, Queen’s Gambit, Assassin’s Creed, Jojo Rabbit, Cobra Kai, The Lord of the Rings and Monopoly are among the subjects in which which Jem has so far discovered a surprising amount of history!

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Episodes
  • A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

    A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
    Feb 19 2026

    Jem talks about the Game of Thrones spinoff, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' - and spoiler alert, he's not totally happy with it!

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    38 mins
  • Napoleon 1927

    Napoleon 1927
    Feb 12 2026

    Jem actually makes a good case why we should all try watching the 1927 silent movie Napoleon!

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    41 mins
  • Bias

    Bias
    Feb 5 2026

    Jem talks about one of editor Greg's favourite subjects, the best subject in the world, Bias!

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    41 mins
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