The History Mongers

Join us this week for a blow by blow account of the scandal to rock a certain chocolate factory tour. Well… medieval tower at any rate. Prepare for the exclusive story, involving the deadly giant pillow.

Furthermore! Leave your kids behind, come see the impractical library, leave your kids behind and have a questionable time on a golf course!

We were joined by Jason Donnelly, digital marketing manager and pizza related warrior, who can be found at:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fluential/

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers

Web: https://linktr.ee/thehistorymongers

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy

References:

History of the Future:

https://www.odditycentral.com/travel/worlds-most-inaccessible-library-is-craved-into-the-side-of-a-cliff.html

https://visasnews.com/en/no-visa-they-ditch-their-son-at-the-airport-and-head-off-on-vacation/

https://abc30.com/post/former-mariposa-county-district-attorney-investigation-ca-general/17599799/

The Meat:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tour_de_Nesle_affair

https://www.historyofroyalwomen.com/france/tour-de-nesle-affair/

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Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

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Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Gather around to hear the tale of mystery, witches curses, dramatic reveals and inappropriate acrobatic endeavours.

Also, why air isn't always free, how not to claim on your insurance, and what you shouldn't allow your dog to take part in.

We were joined by the tech baddie Brooke Sweedar who can be found at:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brooke-sweedar

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTechBaddie

Instagram: @sweedarbk

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=true

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy

References:

History of the Future:

https://www.odditycentral.com/news/80-year-old-woman-scammed-online-by-fake-astronaut-who-claimed-to-be-stuck-in-space.html>

<https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/sep/04/nhs-surgeon-legs-removed-jailed-fraud

https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/orange-county-dog-reigstered-to-vote-felony-charges-costa-mesa/

The Meat:

https://scholar76.tripod.com/martin4.htm

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Guerre

https://secret-history.net/the-transformation-of-martin-guerre/

https://web.archive.org/web/20120211200749/http://faculty.virginia.edu/ajmlevine/544_filmhist/coras.html

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Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

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Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Welcome back for Season 2! We start off hitting the high seas, enjoying all the oceans' bounty and then never making eye contact with our crewmates again, and never being able to visit the aquarium for very normal reasons.

Also contained within episode 1 - the invention of the fun snake, unendorse-able car mods and a football coach's frightening side hustle.

We were joined by the fantastic Dave James! Davie is a Speaking and Presentation Coach and now 2 time (!!) Tedx Speaker. Please head over for more of Dave, who can be found at:

Socials:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamdavejames/

Web: http://www.davethecoach.co.uk/

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers @b.unitproductions

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers

Web: https://linktr.ee/thehistorymongers

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy

References:

History of the Future:

https://www.vice.com/en/article/this-man-turned-his-car-hood-into-an-aquarium-and-then-left-the-fish-to-die/

https://www.odditycentral.com/news/vampire-coach-forced-students-to-donate-blood-hundreds-of-times-for-school-credits.html

<https://www.popsci.com/environment/robot-bunnies-florida-invasive-pythons/

The Meat:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/R_v_Dudley_and_Stephens

https://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWHC/QB/1884/2.html

Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below:

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028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

As we reach this, our last episode of season 1, we ask - what is the most dangerous game? Be it man? Be it beast? Be it a stupid combination of both in a sport which is the folly of human humankind manifest?

I'm not sure. Let's find out!

This week we gallop around, ruining the fabric of society, drifting our chariots. Might even set a fire or two. What a fitting end to the series.

Further to this, may I tempt you with: How to deal with a critic without getting your hands dirty, how to utilise mystery shoppers to lower the tone and why being shot might not win you a mayorship.

We were joined by Mark Carolan, transformational coach and keynote speaker who can be found at:

Web: https://markcarolancoaching.com/

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/mark-carolan-67092a138

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=true

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

History of the Future:

https://www.yahoo.com/news/barclays-under-fire-offering-mystery-160622189.html?guccounter=1

<https://www.dexerto.com/food/ramen-shop-owner-places-bounty-on-heads-of-negative-reviewers-3139428/

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/feb/18/brazil-mayor-election-attack

The Meat:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nika_riots

https://penelope.uchicago.edu/encyclopaedia_romana/circusmaximus/nika.html

Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below:

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043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

This week we prep the fire extinguishers, check the emergency exits and make sure our choreography is on point. Lets delve into old time mental health treatment and how to have an aristocratically good time whilst we're at it - why not, we're in the 14th Century getting groceries anyway.

We also found the following at the bottom of our bag - the new hot convenient location for buying properties for commuters, why paying people to beat you up is a good business idea and how you can get more out of your wig and disguise kits.

We were joined by Dr Jess, neurodivergent coach and entrepreneur who can be found at:

Web: https://drjessnorris.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjessnorris

Instagram:@drjessnorris

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=true

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

History of the Future:

https://www.odditycentral.com/architecture/homeowner-who-refused-to-relocate-now-lives-in-the-middle-of-a-motorway.html

https://www.latintimes.com/villain-hire-service-lets-weak-boyfriends-look-cool-beating-fake-tough-guy-front-girlfriends-573745

https://news.sky.com/story/fraud-suspect-61-used-wigs-and-disguises-to-take-citizenship-tests-for-others-home-office-says-13297978

The Meat:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bal_des_Ardents

https://www.medievalists.net/2023/06/bal-des-ardents/

Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below:

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043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

This week we try and brute force massive societal change in Rome, with middling to terrible results. No one said setting up a cult was easy, rewarding or actually wanted but you just have to keep trying. Join us on the whirlwind journey of debauchery, assassination and perhaps at the end, a treasure hunt?

In other news: How to revitalise a hole, and work out why we keep talking about chimp urine. Trust me, don't be left out of this watercooler moment.

We were joined by Laura Quelch, a marketing strategist, graphic designer and hypnotherapist who can be found at:

Web: https://lauraquelchdesigner.wixsite.com/lauraquelchdesigns

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/designer-laura

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=true

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

This week we try and effect massive societal change in Rome, with middling to terrible results.

We were joined by Laura Quelch, a marketing strategist, graphic designer and hypnotherapist who can be found at:

Web: https://lauraquelchdesigner.wixsite.com/lauraquelchdesigns

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/designer-laura

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

History at the Future:

https://www.odditycentral.com/travel/unfixed-pothole-on-cuban-street-turns-into-urban-banana-plantation.html

https://edition.cnn.com/2025/02/25/europe/france-jackpot-stolen-credit-card-scli-intl/index.html

https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15599982

The Meat:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elagabalus

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elagabalus_(deity)

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Elagabalus

https://www.thecollector.com/elagabalus/

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028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

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043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

This week, and I am writing this of my own free will, no one has a gun to me or anything - we have a lovely visit from some people who have some really solid points and reasonable ransom demands. Together we tear across Eastern Europe seeking our righteous revenge.

ITS NOT TRUE! THEY HAVE TAKEN ED AND I THINK HE MIGHT BE DEAD PLEASE SEND HELP

Ahem.

Also in this edition, why you should take a job that is all you can drink, showboating aquatic rodents and a parable about putting the right weapons in the right hands.

And we were joined by:

Bethany Jewkes, founder of BeBeau: an inclusive Design & Digital Agency that empowers & supports neurodivergent, chronically ill, & disabled business owners with brands, strategies & content that explodes with personality!

They can be found:

Web: bebeaucreative.co.uk

Instagram: @bebeaucreative

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bethany-s-jewkes 

Siobhan Fox, founder of Reveal Marketing which is a marketing, creative and production agency all rolled into one and is also a ADHD business coach supporting those with ADHD to fulfil their business dreams

They can be found:

Web: www.revealmarketinguk.com

Web: www.bigpicturebusinesscoach.com 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhanrfox/

Dr Sheva Guy, founder of Bold Accountability & Transformation (BAT) Consulting, and is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through meaningful, life-affirming change. BAT's mission is to drive success, redefine professionalism, and cultivate inclusive cultures with innovative and participatory approaches.

They can be found:

Web: https://www.shevaguy.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/batsheva-guy/

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/about/?viewAsMember=true

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

History of the Future:

https://www.odditycentral.com/news/japanese-company-offers-free-drinks-and-hagover-leave-to-attract-new-talent.html

https://www.odditycentral.com/news/beavers-take-2-days-to-build-dams-the-government-had-been-planning-for-7-years.html

https://www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-8/blind-man-indiana-concealed-carry/

The Meat:

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Kyivan-Rus

https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/saint-olga

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olga_of_Kiev

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043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

This week we paint our shoes, hit the dance floor and avoid the dead peasant pile. Take our autumn quiz, which demon are you possessed by and which saint is the best pairing whilst out on the town. Also, why have city councils been terrible for centuries?

Not only that, but we cover a mystery about soiled store produce, what to do when your city council won't fix a pothole and why children will eventually kill us all.

We were joined by Joseph Arvidson, criminal justice expert and podcaster (The Criminologist) who can found at:

Web: https://theparagongroupllc.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-arvidson-ms-597960b8/

Instagram: @thecriminologistpodcast

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

References:

History of the Future:

https://fox4kc.com/news/child-tired-of-waiting-for-mom-crashes-into-independence-daycare

https://www.reformer.com/local-news/alleged-serial-urinator-arrested-in-keene/article_d40446d0-f0b0-11ef-9e98-27d4414d6dbd.htm

https://www.odditycentral.com/news/giant-sinkholes-threaten-to-swallow-entire-brazilian-town.html

The Meat:

https://www.britannica.com/event/dancing-plague-of-1518

https://amp.theguardian.com/stage/2018/jul/05/bizarre-dance-epidemic-of-summer-1518-strasbourg

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dancing_plague_of_1518

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dancing_Mania,_an_epidemic_of_the_Middle_Ages

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Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

This week we sail the seven seas of abhorrence but its fine because it was in the past, and never to be repeated, decade by decade for the next many centuries. At last, it is the administrators turn to leave their desk, their stamps and quill and finally, commit some atrocities all of their own.

Hear ye, hear ye - in this episode we can find the answers to the following: why you should fear your pet, why you should fear the latest underwater fashions, why you should fear opening a mars bar and many, many more things you should be scared of. 

We were joined by Demi Lauranne of Lauranne Social, a social media strategist, consultant, and mentor who can be found at:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demilauranne/

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/laurannesocial

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

Please follow our socials for updates and more:

Instagram: @thehistorymongers

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567382480763

Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thehistorymongers/

Web: www.thehistorymongers.co.uk

Editing by: Siobhan Fox

www.revealmarketinguk.com

www.bigpicturebusinesscoach.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhanrfox/

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

References:

History of the Future:

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/dec/02/orcas-wearing-salmon-hats

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx247dwx1p7o

https://www.odditycentral.com/animals/man-bleeds-to-death-after-being-scratched-by-beloved-pet-cat.html

The Meat:

The library of original sources

by Thatcher, Oliver J. (Oliver Joseph), 1857-1937 (p.317)

https://media.bloomsbury.com/rep/files/Primary%20Source%205.7%20-%20Cort%C3%A9s.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hern%C3%A1n_Cort%C3%A9s

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bartolom%C3%A9_de_las_Casas

Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below:

Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Marching Drum Solo | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

This week we take a tour through crusade number 7, everyone's favourite in our latest 'Crusade Poll 2025'! Come to find out why dysentery is no longer all the rage, this summer's decorating tip: Heads on Pikes and why chroniclers are terrible, terrible liars.

Also in this edition, why trains are too dangerous these days and how a baby penguin will bring about the apocalypse.

We were joined by Jamie Knott, Master of history (literally), and music blogger who can be found at:

Web: https://jsklunk.wordpress.com/

Instagram: klunkisms_

The History Mongers, brought to you by B-Unit Productions, is a history and

entertainment podcast by nerds, for nerds. Each week your three esteemed History

Mongers and their honoured guest bring to you forgotten tales, utter silliness, and

facts, oh so many facts, why won't they stop, in an epic retelling so full of pomp we

have yet no room for circumstance!

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References:

History of the Future:

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cy8x3l5weplo

https://news.sky.com/story/gatwick-train-cancelled-after-squirrels-board-and-refuse-to-leave-13217117

https://www.npr.org/2024/09/20/nx-s1-5120916/pesto-penguin-australia

The Meat:

http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/crusade1250.htm

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seventh_Crusade

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_IX_of_France

https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/history/seventh-crusade

Credits:

Original ideas: Lucy

Co-producers: Lucy , Alex

Editing: Lucy

Written by: Alex

Guest liaison: Lucy

Logo and website: Lucy

Co-hosted by: Lucy, Alex, Ed

Presented by: Alex

Additional Music: Ed

Social Media: Lucy 

Sound Effects from Pixabay.com, links below:

Violin music | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

028280_Medieval Life | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Winning Loop | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

spinner | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

043456_Girl saying disgusted "oh my god" | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Portcullis Close | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

049269_Funny Fanfare 2.wav | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Fluttering Bamboo Flute Transition B 1 | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Losing Horn | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

WinHarpsichord | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Record Scratches | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Medieval | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay

Free Civil War Sound Effects Download - Pixabay

frying steak | Royalty-free Music - Pixabay