We're Not Experts - Two Amateurs Muddle Through History

Bring Out Your Dead - The Great Plague of London 1665


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Ready to jump into 1665 without needing a time machine or a biohazard suit? In this episode, our two favourite amateur historians (emphasis on amateur) tackle the Great Plague of London—because nothing says “lighthearted banter” like bubonic death and 17th-century sanitation!

Join us as we unpack how fleas, rats, and questionable medical advice combined to turn London into a real-life horror story. From plague doctors with beaky masks to some truly terrible health tips, we separate the facts from the filthy fiction—with a few laughs along the way.

Whether you're a history buff or just here for the plague puns, you’ll come away entertained, mildly educated, and very grateful for modern plumbing.

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We're Not Experts - Two Amateurs Muddle Through HistoryBy Sarah Smith & James Nason