History for You with Douglas and Hugh

It's Electric! Thomas Edison v Nikola Tesla


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We're back for 2026, positively charged and ready to flow!

In this episode, Douglas and Hugh fight it out for the electric crown with the tale of two pioneers in their field.

In one corner: Thomas Edison! In the other: Nikola Tesla!

What did these two superconductors of Victorian knowledge have in common? Why did they fall out? And who had the last laugh?

You'll also discover exactly what Hugh's girlfriend has stolen from his house, and the new hobby that has made Douglas so very sweet...

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History for You with Douglas and Hugh is a spoof comedy podcast about history written, performed and produced by Adrian Mackinder and James Devonshire, with music by Mike Jones

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The Wonder 1: Blood Red

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Stan Lee: How Marvel Changed the World

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Death and the Victorians

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Adrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

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History for You with Douglas and HughBy Douglas Wrattle, Hugh Canard