Episodes

  • 15. A Very French Scandal
    Feb 18 2026
    Join us this week for a blow by blow account of the scandal to rock a certain chocolate factory tour. Well… medieval tower at any rate. Prepare for the exclusive story, involving the deadly giant pillow. Furthermore! Leave your kids behind, come see the impractical library, leave your kids behind and have a questionable time on a golf course! We were joined by Jason Donnelly, digital marketing manager and pizza related warrior, who can be found at: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fluential/ The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongersWeb: https://linktr.ee/thehistorymongers Credits: Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy References: History of the Future: https://www.odditycentral.com/travel/worlds-most-inaccessible-library-is-craved-into-the-side-of-a-cliff.html https://visasnews.com/en/no-visa-they-ditch-their-son-at-the-airport-and-head-off-on-vacation/ https://abc30.com/post/former-mariposa-county-district-attorney-investigation-ca-general/17599799/ The Meat: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tour_de_Nesle_affair https://www.historyofroyalwomen.com/france/tour-de-nesle-affair/ Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below: Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay
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    59 mins
  • 14. Twinsies
    Feb 11 2026
    Gather around to hear the tale of mystery, witches curses, dramatic reveals and inappropriate acrobatic endeavours. Also, why air isn't always free, how not to claim on your insurance, and what you shouldn't allow your dog to take part in. We were joined by the tech baddie Brooke Sweedar who can be found at: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-sweedarYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTechBaddieInstagram: @sweedarbk The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=trueWeb: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk Credits: Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy References: History of the Future: https://www.odditycentral.com/news/80-year-old-woman-scammed-online-by-fake-astronaut-who-claimed-to-be-stuck-in-space.html>
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 13. Turtles and Turnips
    Feb 4 2026
    Welcome back for Season 2! We start off hitting the high seas, enjoying all the oceans' bounty and then never making eye contact with our crewmates again, and never being able to visit the aquarium for very normal reasons. Also contained within episode 1 - the invention of the fun snake, unendorse-able car mods and a football coach's frightening side hustle. We were joined by the fantastic Dave James! Davie is a Speaking and Presentation Coach and now 2 time (!!) Tedx Speaker. Please head over for more of Dave, who can be found at: Socials:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamdavejames/Web: http://www.davethecoach.co.uk/ The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongers @b.unitproductionsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongersWeb: https://linktr.ee/thehistorymongers Credits: Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy References: History of the Future: https://www.vice.com/en/article/this-man-turned-his-car-hood-into-an-aquarium-and-then-left-the-fish-to-die/ https://www.odditycentral.com/news/vampire-coach-forced-students-to-donate-blood-hundreds-of-times-for-school-credits.html
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    58 mins
  • 12. The Most Dangerous Game
    Sep 23 2025
    As we reach this, our last episode of season 1, we ask - what is the most dangerous game? Be it man? Be it beast? Be it a stupid combination of both in a sport which is the folly of human humankind manifest? I'm not sure. Let's find out! This week we gallop around, ruining the fabric of society, drifting our chariots. Might even set a fire or two. What a fitting end to the series. Further to this, may I tempt you with: How to deal with a critic without getting your hands dirty, how to utilise mystery shoppers to lower the tone and why being shot might not win you a mayorship. We were joined by Mark Carolan, transformational coach and keynote speaker who can be found at: Web: https://markcarolancoaching.com/Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/mark-carolan-67092a138 The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=trueWeb: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk Credits: Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy History of the Future:https://www.yahoo.com/news/barclays-under-fire-offering-mystery-160622189.html?guccounter=1
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    54 mins
  • 11. Disco Disaster
    Sep 16 2025
    This week we prep the fire extinguishers, check the emergency exits and make sure our choreography is on point. Lets delve into old time mental health treatment and how to have an aristocratically good time whilst we're at it - why not, we're in the 14th Century getting groceries anyway. We also found the following at the bottom of our bag - the new hot convenient location for buying properties for commuters, why paying people to beat you up is a good business idea and how you can get more out of your wig and disguise kits. We were joined by Dr Jess, neurodivergent coach and entrepreneur who can be found at: Web: https://drjessnorris.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjessnorrisInstagram:@drjessnorris The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=trueWeb: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk Credits: Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy History of the Future: https://www.odditycentral.com/architecture/homeowner-who-refused-to-relocate-now-lives-in-the-middle-of-a-motorway.html https://www.latintimes.com/villain-hire-service-lets-weak-boyfriends-look-cool-beating-fake-tough-guy-front-girlfriends-573745 https://news.sky.com/story/fraud-suspect-61-used-wigs-and-disguises-to-take-citizenship-tests-for-others-home-office-says-13297978 The Meat:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bal_des_Ardents https://www.medievalists.net/2023/06/bal-des-ardents/ Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below: Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay
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    57 mins
  • 10. Emperor Sexypants
    Sep 9 2025
    This week we try and brute force massive societal change in Rome, with middling to terrible results. No one said setting up a cult was easy, rewarding or actually wanted but you just have to keep trying. Join us on the whirlwind journey of debauchery, assassination and perhaps at the end, a treasure hunt? In other news: How to revitalise a hole, and work out why we keep talking about chimp urine. Trust me, don't be left out of this watercooler moment. We were joined by Laura Quelch, a marketing strategist, graphic designer and hypnotherapist who can be found at: Web: https://lauraquelchdesigner.wixsite.com/lauraquelchdesignsLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/designer-laura The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=trueWeb: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk This week we try and effect massive societal change in Rome, with middling to terrible results. We were joined by Laura Quelch, a marketing strategist, graphic designer and hypnotherapist who can be found at: Web: https://lauraquelchdesigner.wixsite.com/lauraquelchdesignsLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/designer-laura Credits:Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy History at the Future: https://www.odditycentral.com/travel/unfixed-pothole-on-cuban-street-turns-into-urban-banana-plantation.html https://edition.cnn.com/2025/02/25/europe/france-jackpot-stolen-credit-card-scli-intl/index.html https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15599982 The Meat: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elagabalus https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elagabalus_(deity) https://www.britannica.com/biography/Elagabalus https://www.thecollector.com/elagabalus/ Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below: Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay
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    55 mins
  • 9. Olga of Kiev aka F*ck Around and Find Out
    Sep 2 2025
    This week, and I am writing this of my own free will, no one has a gun to me or anything - we have a lovely visit from some people who have some really solid points and reasonable ransom demands. Together we tear across Eastern Europe seeking our righteous revenge. ITS NOT TRUE! THEY HAVE TAKEN ED AND I THINK HE MIGHT BE DEAD PLEASE SEND HELP Ahem. Also in this edition, why you should take a job that is all you can drink, showboating aquatic rodents and a parable about putting the right weapons in the right hands. And we were joined by: Bethany Jewkes, founder of BeBeau: an inclusive Design & Digital Agency that empowers & supports neurodivergent, chronically ill, & disabled business owners with brands, strategies & content that explodes with personality! They can be found: Web: bebeaucreative.co.ukInstagram: @bebeaucreativeLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bethany-s-jewkes Siobhan Fox, founder of Reveal Marketing which is a marketing, creative and production agency all rolled into one and is also a ADHD business coach supporting those with ADHD to fulfil their business dreams They can be found: Web: www.revealmarketinguk.comWeb: www.bigpicturebusinesscoach.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhanrfox/ Dr Sheva Guy, founder of Bold Accountability & Transformation (BAT) Consulting, and is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through meaningful, life-affirming change. BAT's mission is to drive success, redefine professionalism, and cultivate inclusive cultures with innovative and participatory approaches. They can be found:Web: https://www.shevaguy.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/batsheva-guy/ The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=trueWeb: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk Credits: Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy History of the Future: https://www.odditycentral.com/news/japanese-company-offers-free-drinks-and-hagover-leave-to-attract-new-talent.html https://www.odditycentral.com/news/beavers-take-2-days-to-build-dams-the-government-had-been-planning-for-7-years.html https://www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-8/blind-man-indiana-concealed-carry/ The Meat: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Kyivan-Rushttps://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/saint-olgahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olga_of_Kiev Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below: Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay
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    59 mins
  • 8. Dance, Dance Revelations
    Aug 26 2025
    This week we paint our shoes, hit the dance floor and avoid the dead peasant pile. Take our autumn quiz, which demon are you possessed by and which saint is the best pairing whilst out on the town. Also, why have city councils been terrible for centuries? Not only that, but we cover a mystery about soiled store produce, what to do when your city council won't fix a pothole and why children will eventually kill us all. We were joined by Joseph Arvidson, criminal justice expert and podcaster (The Criminologist) who can found at: Web: https://theparagongroupllc.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-arvidson-ms-597960b8/Instagram: @thecriminologistpodcast The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history andentertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed HistoryMongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, andfacts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp wehave yet no room for circumstance! Please follow our socials for updates and more:Instagram: @thehistorymongersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk Credits:Original ideas: Lucy Co-producers: Lucy , Alex Editing: LucyWritten by: AlexGuest liaison: Lucy Logo and website: LucyCo-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed Presented by: Alex Additional Music: Ed Social Media: Lucy References: History of the Future: https://fox4kc.com/news/child-tired-of-waiting-for-mom-crashes-into-independence-daycare https://www.reformer.com/local-news/alleged-serial-urinator-arrested-in-keene/article_d40446d0-f0b0-11ef-9e98-27d4414d6dbd.htm https://www.odditycentral.com/news/giant-sinkholes-threaten-to-swallow-entire-brazilian-town.html The Meat: https://www.britannica.com/event/dancing-plague-of-1518 https://amp.theguardian.com/stage/2018/jul/05/bizarre-dance-epidemic-of-summer-1518-strasbourg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dancing_plague_of_1518 https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dancing_Mania,_an_epidemic_of_the_Middle_Ages Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below: Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay 049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay
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    56 mins