This episode looks at one of the icons of the London skyline. So we’re topping the tower and looking at good ol’ Big Ben!
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…007 – For whom the bell tolls
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006 – Panem
This episode I take a look at the founding staple of the Victorian diet. The humble loaf of bread…
Best Cobb Loaf:
7g sachet of yeast
2 tsp castor sugar
1 cup of warm water
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
1 egg
sesame seeds
- Mix yeast, sugar and warm water in a jug. Whisk until dissolved. STand for 10 minutes or until frothy.
- Put flour in a bowl, stir in yeast mix and olive oil and salt. Mix to form a soft dough. Turn oput onto lightly floured surface. Knead for about 10-15 minutes. Put
005 – You know something John Snow
Following on from the insanity of last episode, this week I’m looking at some of the more physical medical practices you would undergo living in Victorian England
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…Episode Four – Absolute Bedlam
This week I look at St Bethlem Hospital. Meant to be a shining light of aid to those with mental health issues its nickname became synonymous with anarchy, insanity and deprivation. Bedlam.
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…Episode Three – Every man will do his duty
Among the great names of 19th century history stands a man who came to define English Naval tradition: Horatio Nelson. One armed, one eyed and an interesting relationship with another mans wife… He strode tall on the world stage.
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…Episode Two – George Three is not a Sequel
The second episode of the Podcast gives an overview of the life of the monarch as we enter the 19th century. This week it’s all about King George the Third
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…Episode One – You light up my life
It’s finally here! The first official episode of a history podcast about the Victorian era, I hope you enjoy it!
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