Sistory History

Dec 11 2024 33 ep. 23 mins 33

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We're two sisters who love history and are on a mission to help more people enjoy it. In each episode we take a historical event or experience, find some relevant source material and have a light-hearted chat about it from a sensory perspective. Each season we focus on a different theme or time period. Have a listen - you might like it! You can find us on Instagram and Twitter (X), or email us at [email protected].

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The Georgians - Gin Crazy! (Gin & the Gin Craze)

Dec 11 2024 31 mins

Welcome to the season 3 finale! In this episode we take a sensory stroll down the lanes of Georgian London, to find out how and why gin became so popular. And why it caused so much public disruption that the government introduced no less than 8 Gin Acts in a sustained and determined effort to control its consumption. Our sources are: * Article from The Evening Chronicle (19th Febr

The Georgians - In The Navy! (Georgian Sailors & Seafaring)

Nov 07 2024 29 mins

Welcome to season 3, episode 5! In this episode we brave the high seas as we discuss some perhaps overlooked aspects of life in the Georgian Royal Navy. Our sources are as follows - you can find the visuals on our social media and website: https://www.sistoryhistory.co.uk/blog * Gold and steel combined fork/knife belonging to Lord Admiral Nelson (visual source) * A Treatise on

The Georgians - A Bloomin' Good Time! (Pleasure Gardens)

Sep 19 2024 31 mins

Welcome to season 3, episode 4! In this episode we meander through the walkways (some brightly lit, some dimly lit), of Georgian London's pleasure gardens. Think entertainments, music, fireworks, wandering hands and overpriced snacks... Our sources are: * Edinburgh Encyclopedia, 1830 edition * Evelina (Letter 46), by Frances Burney * The Microcosm of London, 1808-1810 * Bill o

The Georgians - Wake Up & Smell The Coffee! (Georgian Coffee House Culture)

Aug 23 2024 30 mins

Welcome to season 3, episode 3! In this episode we explore the sensory delights of Georgian coffee houses. And it wasn't all just coffee and cake... In fact it wasn't at all coffee and cake! There were a huge variety of activities on offer, from lectures to business deals to medical consultations. All washed down with a nice dish of bitter, brown liquid. Maybe with a bit

The Georgians - Strictly Ballroom (Balls, Dancing & Ballroom Etiquette)

Jul 25 2024 32 mins

Welcome to season 3, episode 2! In this episode we delve into the depths of the Georgian ballroom. We consider the people, the clothes, what the ballroom looked and felt like, and the rules...there were a lot of rules! Luckily there were also a lot of etiquette manuals available to help you along the way. As usual we consider all this from a sensory perspective, using a selecti

BONUS EPISODE - X Marks the Spot with Professor Michael Scott

Jun 16 2024 45 mins

In this episode we're joined by historian, author and broadcaster, Professor Michael Scott, to talk about his book "X Marks the Spot: An Adventurous History of Archaeology". The book explores 8 amazing archaeological discoveries, which we discuss from our usual sensory perspective. From Machu Picchu to the Silk Roads, to the Uluburun Shipwreck, there's something

The Georgians - Dress to Impress (Georgian Fashion)

Jun 09 2024 31 mins

Welcome to season 3! Whether you're a loyal follower or a new listener, it's lovely to have you with us. In this first episode we explore Georgian Fashion. Perhaps not the usual things you might expect though... We've headed down a less well-trodden path strewn with umbrellas, fake bottoms, glasses and hair towers. As usual we'll be considering our topic from a s

Season 3 Trailer - The Georgians

Welcome back to Sistory History, the sensory history podcast hosted by sisters Laura & Caroline. This time we've fast-forwarded a few thousand years to see what the Georgians got up to. Our conclusion? They got up to quite a lot! From enormous hair to coffee house conversations, there's plenty to talk about. Make sure to subscribe now so that you don't miss anythin

Third Legion - Life in the Roman Army (British Museum exhibition)

Apr 24 2024 15 mins

Our campaign concludes here, with episode three. We consider cavalry masks, dragon standards and also discuss some of the merits of Emperor Septimius Severus. (Definitely one of the better ones in our view). Head over to X, Instagram or our website to look at the accompanying photos: https://www.sistoryhistory.co.uk/post/photos-for-miniseries-third-legion-life-in-the-roman-army

Second Legion - Life in the Roman Army (British Museum exhibition)

Apr 18 2024 12 mins

Marching onwards (in very orderly and organised Roman fashion)... We continue our miniseries dedicated to the British Museum exhibition, "Legion: life in the Roman army". Here we have episode two, where, among other things, you'll learn a surprising amount about tent flaps. Head over to X, Instagram or our website to look at the accompanying photos: https://www.sistoryhistory.c