Podcast Episodes

Ancient Athenian Democracy (Radio Edit)

Greg Jenner is joined in Ancient Greece by special guests Prof Michael Scott and comedian Alice Fraser as they examine the start of democracy with the Athenians. Aside from it obviously being a syste…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

Zheng Yi Sao (Radio Edit)

Greg Jenner, comedian Ria Lina and Prof Ronald C Po investigate one of the most successful pirates to have ever lived, Zheng Yi Sao. During the 18th century Qing dynasty, she led the most feared army…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

The History of Timekeeping (Radio Edit)

Greg Jenner is joined by Dr David Rooney and Desiree Burch at the literal beginning of time to explore the history of timekeeping. Covering everything from the origins of timekeeping to time in space…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Agatha Christie (Radio Edit)

Sue Perkins and Dr Lucy Worsley join Greg Jenner to discuss the life of world-famous novelist, Agatha Christie.

Agatha Christie is arguably the greatest ever crime novelist but her work has also perme…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Introducing... History's Secret Heroes

Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage.

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Medieval Irish Folklore (Live)

In this special live episode, recorded at the Hay Festival, Greg Jenner is joined by Dr Gillian Kenny and comedian Seán Burke to learn about medieval Irish folklore.

We’re focusing on the lore and sto…

Published on 2 years, 6 months ago

We'll be back soon!

We're off to the Hay Festival to record the final episode of this series which will be released on Friday 2 June.

Published on 2 years, 6 months ago

Agatha Christie

Sue Perkins and Dr Lucy Worsley join Greg Jenner to discuss the life of world-famous novelist, Agatha Christie.

Agatha Christie is arguably the greatest ever crime novelist but her work has also perm…

Published on 2 years, 6 months ago

Leonardo da Vinci (Live)

In this special episode of You’re Dead To Me, recorded in front of a live audience, Greg Jenner is joined by Professor Catherine Fletcher and comedian Dara Ó Briain to learn about Leonardo da Vinci.

L…

Published on 2 years, 7 months ago

Coming soon: Leonardo LIVE!

Greg Jenner previews this week's special episode which was recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre.

Published on 2 years, 7 months ago