History for You with Douglas and Hugh

Imagine a journey across most of the known world, where wondrous things can be bought and sold. And we're not talking about Sunday's jumble sale in the village hall. Yes, Douglas and Hugh are off on another travelling adventure, this time exploring the Silk Road, and diving into the life and times of Marco Polo, who may or may not have made everything up while staying at home on the sofa eating crisps.Join us as we trade in silks, spices, religion and just about anything your heart desires - even horrific diseases if that's your thing. And you can also find out exactly how Hugh would prefer Douglas to terminate him, should the time come.------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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes.Connect with us here:https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSkyhttps://tinyurl.com/History4UInstagramAdrian and James are also published authors:The Wonder 1: Blood Redhttps://amzn.eu/d/0gk3QiqStan Lee: How Marvel Changed the Worldhttps://linktr.ee/stanleebookDeath and the Victorianshttps://linktr.ee/deathandthevictoriansAdrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

Part Two of our epic Space Race saga will astound you. Not only will you learn about all the creatures that were sent into orbit by the Americans and the Russians, you'll also finally learn which is the best pasta to eat in zero gravity. And who doesn't want to know that?------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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes.Connect with us here:https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSkyhttps://tinyurl.com/History4UInstagramAdrian and James are also published authors:The Wonder 1: Blood Redhttps://amzn.eu/d/0gk3QiqStan Lee: How Marvel Changed the Worldhttps://linktr.ee/stanleebookDeath and the Victorianshttps://linktr.ee/deathandthevictoriansAdrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

Standing alone in the desert for thousands of years, The three gigantic Pyramids of Giza in Egypt have captivated our minds and filled our souls with wonder. But why are they there? What's inside? Who built them? How did they do it? What are they for - pharaohs, gods...or aliens?So many questions...well Douglas and Hugh have the answers! Join us as we unwrap the bandages of truth from the mummy of myth.Discover what these pyramids have to do with Jaffa Cakes. Marvel at the outbreak of sexually overactive foxes outside High's window. Balk at the massive news Douglas has about his new business venture...all will be revealed by using your ears!------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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes.Connect with us here:https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSkyhttps://tinyurl.com/History4UInstagramAdrian and James are also published authors:The Wonder 1: Blood Redhttps://amzn.eu/d/0gk3QiqStan Lee: How Marvel Changed the Worldhttps://linktr.ee/stanleebookDeath and the Victorianshttps://linktr.ee/deathandthevictoriansAdrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

One of the most famous Kings of England. He was French, but we don't hold that against him too much. Join Douglas and Hugh as they "Take the Cross" and draw swords against the most famous medieval monarch named after a massive cat. Discover how he really got his name, how he accidentally became king, why he hated his father, and why Douglas believes Richard's rivalry with arch nemesis Saladin is on a par with his own relationship with a certain pub landlord in Lavenham...------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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes.Connect with us here:https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSkyhttps://tinyurl.com/History4UInstagramAdrian and James are also published authors:The Wonder 1: Blood Redhttps://amzn.eu/d/0gk3QiqStan Lee: How Marvel Changed the Worldhttps://linktr.ee/stanleebookDeath and the Victorianshttps://linktr.ee/deathandthevictoriansAdrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

War! Europe is crumbling under attacks by the ruthless Kaiser Wilhelm. There are heroes on both sides. Evil is everywhere. But whither, you may ask, is WINSTON CHURCHILL? Well, that's what Douglas and Hugh reveal as they continue their informed and unbiased account of the man some believe to be BRITAIN'S GREATEST BRITISH PERSON.This thrilling episode follows the political and military career of Winnie during the First World War. And what a tale it is. One of astonishing highs and catastrophic lows...You'll also discover if there's ben any fallout between Hugh and his violent shed-dumping neighbour Mr Rasberry. So strap in.------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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes.Connect with us here:https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSkyhttps://tinyurl.com/History4UInstagramAdrian and James are also published authors:The Wonder 1: Blood Redhttps://amzn.eu/d/0gk3QiqStan Lee: How Marvel Changed the Worldhttps://linktr.ee/stanleebookDeath and the Victorianshttps://linktr.ee/deathandthevictoriansAdrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

In this episode, Douglas and Hugh take the Hyundai over to Italy where you'll meet the original Godfathers of crime, corruption, extortion, murder and much much more: The Medicis. For centuries, this extravagant gangsta dynasty kept a vicelike grip over Italy -vice being the operative word. Experience their rise and fall, as well as the Humanist world in which they lived and died, better known as The Renaissance. You'll also discover why chafing has forced Hugh to wear short shorts out of season and why Douglas has a real beef with his local florist.------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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes.Connect with us here:https://tinyurl.com/History4UTwitterhttps://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSkyAdrian and James are also published authors:The Wonder 1: Blood Redhttps://amzn.eu/d/0gk3QiqStan Lee: How Marvel Changed the Worldhttps://linktr.ee/stanleebookDeath and the Victorianshttps://linktr.ee/deathandthevictoriansAdrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

Imagine a time when wealthy, privileged bullies controlled the minds of millions by making up stories to publish in their rotten newspapers. A time when rich old men married young aspiring Hollywood starlets and wild zebras roamed the hills of California.... STOP THE PRESS!! We're back! In the first episode of 2025, Douglas and Hugh present the rise and fall of the world's first notorious international media mogul, American newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst. Discover how Hearst built his name during the final years of the nineteenth century, fought a bitter newspaper war with rival Joseph Pulitzer, and created a media empire so vast and powerful it would make even Rupert Murdoch soil himself more than he already does. WARNING: this episode contains poo. ------ 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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes. Connect with us here: https://tinyurl.com/History4UTwitter https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSky Adrian and James are also published authors: The Wonder 1: Blood Red https://amzn.eu/d/0gk3Qiq Stan Lee: How Marvel Changed the World https://linktr.ee/stanleebook Death and the Victorians https://linktr.ee/deathandthevictorians Adrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder

Season's greetings! For our third and final Christmas compilation - and the last full-length episode of 2024 - Douglas and Hugh unwrap the gift of truth from under the Christmas tree of lies. In this slice of historical Yule log, you'll discover the erotic side of XXXmas, the REAL reason we have a dying pine tree in the corner of our living room ever December, how Queen Victoria's bareknuckle prowess gave Boxing Day its name and the origins of that horrific festive tradition: panto. Warning. This episode contains nuts. ------ 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. Let us know your thoughts and suggestions for future episodes. Connect with us here: https://tinyurl.com/History4UTwitter https://tinyurl.com/History4UFacebook https://tinyurl.com/History4UBlueSky Adrian and James are also published authors: The Wonder 1: Blood Red https://amzn.eu/d/0gk3Qiq Stan Lee: How Marvel Changed the World https://linktr.ee/stanleebook Death and the Victorians https://linktr.ee/deathandthevictorians Adrian is also a stand-up comedian and improvisor. Here he is: https://linktr.ee/AdrianMackinder