A Nice Cup Of Histortea

Send us a Text Message.Hello dear listeners! We are back after a long hiatus with a return to our roots, talking about the Tudors, in particular Henry VIII. In this first of a two-parter we look at the early life and early reign of one of England, and maybe Europe's most iconic monarchs, on the anniversary of his Coronation, no less!And in this week's ridiculous death we look at wh

Send us a Text Message.After yet another impromptu hiatus, we are back with another episode of historical storytelling (and an apology for our absence). This time we discuss the story of Rapunzel. Beloved fairytale, or true story? And in this week's ridiculous death we discover why keeping a little bit of your ex-partner with you should be kept metaphorical.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.This week we take a more sombre look at history, by exploring the life and writings of Anne Frank. We tell her story and that of her family, what they endured and suffered and why we need to remember them. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Fresh (admittedly late) back from our trip to Amsterdam, we explore the dark and haunted side of that beautiful city. Join us... if you dare!Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.This week we look into the bloodiest battle to ever take place on English soil, ending a period of conflict within the wider Wars of the Roses. And in this week's ridiculous death we look at why figs are still funny - deathly funny...Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.This week we discuss the non-living legend, Julius Caesar. Who was he? What did he accomplish? What sort of legacy did he leave? We also discuss why you need to take care when juggling a pear. Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.This week for a Dark Cup of Histortea we explore one of our award nominees, Bhangarh Fort - so haunted that you are banned from going at night. In our ridiculous death we look at why you should be careful around over-amorous geographical features.Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.This week for A Nice Cup of Histortea we're celebrating the centenary of an amazing yet contentious discovery - that of Tutankhamun's tomb. And in this week's ridiculous death we look into why opening the tomb might not have been such a good idea...Support the Show.

Send us a Text Message.Welcome, dear listeners to the Second Annual Histortea Awards. Last year we dredged through our historical knowledge to find winners from the past for certain categories. However, this year we've done it a bit differently, as facts from history won't exactly change, but our world is and what is present now, becomes history tomorrow. So this year's awards incl

Send us a Text Message.In a slight change to our plans, thanks to nice weather conditions, we're not able to go hunting for Black Shuck. Instead we take you through a quick paranormal investigation of Emily's home. Join us, if you dare... Support the Show.