Discover London

By Derek O'Reilly

Join taxi driver and master of The London Knowledge Derek O'Reilly as he guides us through the streets of London with a little help from some of the best tour guides in London.

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The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

Discover London episodes:

June 22, 2022 Bethnal House
The local library since 1922 but we discover why it was once given the nickname Barmy House.
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30min
June 22, 2022 History of Shopping in London Part 1
We delve into the history of some of London's iconic stores including Harrods and Selfridges
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36min
June 22, 2022 History of Shopping in London Part 2
Diane and Derek delve into the rich heritage of London's supermarkets which goes back over 100 years.
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33min
June 22, 2022 Famous People Born in London
Derek and Jamie uncover some recognisable names and it may surprise you they were born in London.
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34min
June 22, 2022 The Cutters Riots
Also known as the Spitalfields Riots, discussing the bitter violence, rioting and intimidation that occurred from 1767 up to 1769 and the reasons why!

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26min
June 06, 2022 Season 1 Special - Whitechapel and the East End
East London is an under explored expanse of London with ethnic and social diversity. We visit the Victoria and Albert Museum of Childhood, Denise Severs’ House and The Royal London Hospital Archives. Along the way we refuel in the traditional East End manner by visiting a Pie and Mash shop.
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44min
June 06, 2022 A Look at Crime and Punishment in London
In this episode Derek discusses the judiciary crime and prisons in Victorian London with David Charnick
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36min
June 06, 2022 Sex Drugs and Rock and Roll in Soho
Soho has developed from a hunting ground to an area of medical innovation to sex drugs and rock and roll. We enjoy a fascinating discussion between Derek and Jamie Cartwright
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32min
June 06, 2022 Spying in London
Tales of espionage and intelligence reveal the extremes of human nature. They tell of bravery and treachery, and they show humanity at it's best and worst. Would you risk everything for what you believe is right? Could you betray your country and your friends for cash?
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36min
June 06, 2022 Literary Bloomsbury
Derek discusses the area of Bloomsbury with Diane Burnstein with a special focus on the areas architecture and literary history.
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34min

FAQs about Discover London:

How many episodes does Discover London have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.