SideStreets Podcast

By Alan Hertz

SideStreets is a podcast about the history and geography of London.

SideStreets will not attempt a narrative history of London. It will instead focus on out-of-the-way place

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The podcast currently has 37 episodes available.

SideStreets Podcast episodes:

July 15, 2023 SideStreets Episode 6 - Mirza Abul Hassan Khan
On Saturday 25 November 1809, His Majesty’s Ship Formidable, a rather elderly ship-of-the-line, arrived in Plymouth harbour, having escorted an East India Company convoy through the dangerous waters of the Mediterranean and the Bay of Biscay. The Formidable was not only protecting merchant ships from French predators; she was also carrying Mirza Abul Hassan Khan, his eight servants, and his interpreter and minder, James Morier.In this episode we learn about Abul Hassan's voyage to London and get some first hand experiences on his culture shocks! Our website: https://www.sidestreets.co.uk/Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=84135705
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20min
June 14, 2023 SideStreets Episode 5 - John Gay's Trivia
If Stow's Survey documented the city's decay before the Great Fire, Gay's Trivia celebrates the transformed London after its rebuilding. We'll explore the social and geographical changes that occurred, from immigrant neighbourhoods to specialised areas for commerce, politics, and entertainment.Gay's Trivia captures the growing complexities and anxieties of the expanding metropolis, emphasising people over places. We'll dive into Gay's background, his observations of London's population, and his witty and satirical narrative voice.---------------------------------------Written & Researched: Alan Hertz Producer: Wilhelm SchenkCopyright 2023 Black Lab Media AB
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18min
May 09, 2023 SideStreets Episode 4 - The life of John Stow
John Stow (1525/6 – 1605) was an English antiquary, historian, and cartographer who is best known for his comprehensive survey of London, entitled "A Survey of London," first published in 1598. Stow's work is considered one of the most important historical sources on the city and provides a fascinating insight into London's development, topography, and social history.Stow was born into a family of modest means in the City of London and worked as a tailor before devoting himself to the study of history and antiquities. He became a member of the Society of Antiquaries and was a keen collector of manuscripts, books, and other historical artefacts.In this episode we will dive deep into his life, and explore the survey in full.
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21min
April 07, 2023 SideStreets Episode 3 - The story of Goodman's Fields
Today we venture through Goodman's Fields, a place where we can find many oddities of the urban fringe. We get to know about industries too dangerous or smelly to be welcomed in the city, activities too morally, politically or theologically dubious to be acceptable to the authorities and urban features most efficiently placed where they can be easily reached both from the city and its hinterland... and much more...
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18min
March 10, 2023 SideStreets Episode 2 - The Views from the Windows
In this episode, we will continue to develop the concept of "edginess" and witness even more extraordinary innovation. Private funding of Commercial Road and the innovative building methods and finances of the IDDC will become more prevalent. We will witness tremendous social commitment at the Union Synagogue complex and further explore the relationship between Whitechapel and the world, building upon the legacy of Sir John Cass.
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19min
February 10, 2023 SideStreets Episode 1 - A campus Tour...
In this episode we explore the fascinating past of Commercial Road. How it all started, what kind of people som spent their time here and why the street played such an important function for London’s expansion eastwards. We also take a closer look at the building where I work and teach today, a building which has hosted beer production, whisky brewing and much more… Oh and have you heard about fatbergs???
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17min
January 26, 2023 SideStreets Trailer
In this trailer we are giving you a taste of what is about to come in this season…
Let’s go for a walk and explore together!
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6min

FAQs about SideStreets Podcast:

How many episodes does SideStreets Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 37 episodes available.