This Armistice Day we have chosen to mark the day by speaking about one of the reasons it is so important to look back and remember, to try and prevent history from repeating itself. Together we go through a brief overview of the lead up to and...

This week as the potentially penultimate episode of Spooktober we dive into all things Werewolves. What are they? How do you become one? How do you spot one? How do you stop one? Join us as we ask these questions and many more. In this ...

This week we discuss the mother of horror science-fiction, Mary Shelley. We talk about her life, her upbringing and the fateful night when her most famous creation was born. And in this week's ridiculous death we explore the real danger...

This week we continue our Spooktober with a look at a serial killer responsible for at least 33 known murders - John Wayne Gacey, a.k.a. The Killer Clown.Disclaimer: This week's episode contains description of murder, sexual assault, pa...

This week we are kicking off the Spooky Month of October with a luck at mummy's curses. We take a look at famous cases, as well as possible explanations and times they transcend the sarcophagus into modern media. Stay tuned this month f...

Here we are at the final of three episodes on the iconic Henry VIII. Join us as we look at the last few years of his life and his legacy. We also make a dedication this episode to another special Henry. And in this week's ridiculous dea...

This week we bring you the second of three episodes on the man, the myth, the legend, Henry VIII. Tyrant or treasure, we let you decide as we bring you the facts of the events and people that influenced his life and reign and how he dealt with ...

This week we take a look back following the recent General Election in Britain at Women's fight for the right to vote equal to men, not to mention the benefits gained for men as well. And in our ridiculous death we see why dreams and re...

Hello dear listeners! We are back after a long hiatus with a return to our roots, talking about the Tudors, in particular Henry VIII. In this first of a two-parter we look at the early life and early reign of one of England, and maybe Europe's ...

After yet another impromptu hiatus, we are back with another episode of historical storytelling (and an apology for our absence). This time we discuss the story of Rapunzel. Beloved fairytale, or true story? And in this week's ridi...

This week we take a more sombre look at history, by exploring the life and writings of Anne Frank. We tell her story and that of her family, what they endured and suffered and why we need to remember them. 

Fresh (admittedly late) back from our trip to Amsterdam, we explore the dark and haunted side of that beautiful city. Join us... if you dare!

This week we look into the bloodiest battle to ever take place on English soil, ending a period of conflict within the wider Wars of the Roses. And in this week's ridiculous death we look at why figs are still funny - deathly funny...

This week we discuss the non-living legend, Julius Caesar. Who was he? What did he accomplish? What sort of legacy did he leave? We also discuss why you need to take care when juggling a pear. 

This week for a Dark Cup of Histortea we explore one of our award nominees, Bhangarh Fort - so haunted that you are banned from going at night. In our ridiculous death we look at why you should be careful around over-amorous geogra...

This week for A Nice Cup of Histortea we're celebrating the centenary of an amazing yet contentious discovery - that of Tutankhamun's tomb. And in this week's ridiculous death we look into why opening the tomb might not have been s...

Welcome, dear listeners to the Second Annual Histortea Awards. Last year we dredged through our historical knowledge to find winners from the past for certain categories. However, this year we've done it a bit differently, as facts from history...

In a slight change to our plans, thanks to nice weather conditions, we're not able to go hunting for Black Shuck. Instead we take you through a quick paranormal investigation of Emily's home. Join us, if you dare... 

This week in our penultimate spooky season episode we look at some of the most iconic horror stories and the true stories or legends behind them.And in our ridiculous death we look at why you should, or shouldn't take a second look at t...

This week we look at a terrifying creature from the nightmares of First Nation folklore, the Wendigo. What is it, how did it come about, how can you identify one and what can you do to stop one? We discuss all this and more, including how man i...

Following on from last week's rather heavy episode, and keeping the flavour of Spooky Month going, we take a foray into the folklore and stories surrounding Headless Haunts. Taking a trip around the world, we explore different variations of thi...

Disclaimer: This week's episode contains description of child murder and torture that some listeners might find distressing. Listener discretion is advised. This week we discuss one of the earliest recorded serial killers, Gilles d...

This week's episode comes with a disclaimer of description of violence and torture, as we look into the life and crimes of the notorious Blood Countess, Elizabeth Bathory. As always, we apologise for any mispronunciations - we are ...

This week we celebrate/commiserate the anniversary of the Battle of Bosworth field, the climactic combat that ended and era and brought England's longest civil war to a close. And on this week's ridiculous death we see why looking ...

This week on a Nice Cup of Histortea, we discuss the Viking Age. Who were they, where did they come from and is everything we know about them true? And on this week's ridiculous death we learn the really anti-climactic way that a l...