Justice for Ruhina! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://facebook.com/whodidwhatnowpodcast Business Enquiries: katie@whodidwhatnowpod.com Fan Mail: Who Did What Now Podcast Willow Tree Farm Donegal Irela...
Dec 09, 2021•11 min•Ep. 6
Every week join Katie Charlwood, history harlot and reader of books, as she shares what your teacher never told you on Who Did What Now, the history podcast that's not your history class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fill out the survey! http://bit.ly/whodidwhatnow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 06, 2021•50 sec
Mary Tudor was the first queen of England in her own right, the first legitimate then illegitimate heir to King Henry's throne, she instigated regal reforms and had more step-mothers than one can shake a stick at, but who was she really, and did she truly deserve the title of Bloody Mary? Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on...
Dec 05, 2021•43 min•Ep. 34
During the dark cloud of prohibition and the Volstead Act, the humble wine brick singlehandedly saved the American wine industry from disintegrating! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://facebook.com/who...
Nov 25, 2021•11 min•Ep. 5
The tragedy of Clipperton Island is a tale that is often forgotten, a dark and twisted tale of an abandoned colony and the tyrant that claimed them... Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://facebook.com/wh...
Nov 23, 2021•29 min•Ep. 33
In this week's bittisode join Katie as she leaps into the legend of the hanging of the Hartlepool monkey during the Napoleonic wars, was it really a monkey or something worse..? Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnow...
Nov 18, 2021•11 min•Ep. 4
The scandalous true story behind the feature film, The House of Gucci! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://facebook.com/whodidwhatnowpodcast Business Enquiries: katie@whodidwhatnowpod.com Fan Mail: Who ...
Nov 16, 2021•33 min•Ep. 32
Frida Kahlo has become one of Mexico's most famous artists, whose uncompromising and colourful works do not shy away from her journey through life, from her disability to her sexuality, nothing was held back. But who was Frida? Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/...
Nov 12, 2021•41 min•Ep. 31
Why do we carve pumpkins and light them up at Halloween? Did you know that like many Halloween traditions the Jack O'Lantern originated in Ireland? Join me as we delve into the legend of Stingy Jack, a man so tricky, he played the Devil at his own game... Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhat...
Oct 27, 2021•12 min•Ep. 3
William Burke and William Hare have gone down in history as Scotland's most notorious bodysnatchers, however the true tale is far more gruesome. These Victorian villains were not graverobbers, oh no, these 19th Century fiends were in fact, serial killing in the name of science! (and of course, sweet sweet cash) Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodid...
Oct 25, 2021•37 min•Ep. 30
Strange things are afoot in the village of Bedburg... livestock are slaughtered, children are missing ... and the trail leads to Peter Stumpf, a wealthy, protestant farmer, a man accused of cannibalism, incest, werewolfery and witchcraft. CW: The Werewolf of Bedburg discusses horrific murders and assaults. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatn...
Oct 18, 2021•21 min•Ep. 29
It's a time honoured tradition, get dressed up in a costume, go door to door and say "Trick or Treat" in exchange for candy and sweets! But where did this very peculiar tradition originate and why...? Hosted by Katie Charlwood New bittisodes every Thursday Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwha...
Oct 14, 2021•14 min•Ep. 2
Delve into another dark tale from history, hear all about Tarrare, the 18th Century showman who could (and would) eat anything! Eating live animals on stage (before it was cool- looking at you Ozzy) and WHOLE no less!!! But what do we know about the medical marvel turned spy and ...cannibal...? Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow...
Oct 12, 2021•29 min•Ep. 28
Samhain - The Celtic Roots of Halloween Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://facebook.com/whodidwhatnowpodcast Business Enquiries: katie@whodidwhatnowpod.com Fan Mail: Who Did What Now Podcast Willow Tre...
Oct 07, 2021•10 min•Ep. 1
Few names have cast more fear into the human heart than Count Dracula. The legendary vampyre, created by author Bram Stoker, has inspired many horror movies, television shows and other terrifying tales of vampires. Dracula himself however was inspired by a real person who happened to have a taste for blood and gruesome revenge. Vlad III, Prince of Wallachia, who you may know as Vlad the Impaler. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_shar...
Oct 05, 2021•27 min•Ep. 27
Did you miss me? This week we return with the tale of Elvis Presley, the man, the myth, the absolute cretin. Find out why the King of Rock n Roll was a creep that should never be allowed near a Miss Teen Tennessee Pageant... TW: Assault Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://insta...
Sep 28, 2021•23 min•Ep. 26
Julie D'Aubigny also known as Madame de Maupin was a duelling, gender non-conforming, bisexual badass, who also happened to be an opera singer. Find out why this mischievous scamp received not one, but TWO pardons from the Sun King himself, Louis XIV! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowp...
Jun 09, 2021•26 min•Ep. 25
Amelia Earhart was a famed aviator and world-record breaker, but is her disappearance really the mystery we're led to believe? This week learn about the life (and death) of Amelia Earhart, aviation pioneer and champion of women. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com...
Jun 01, 2021•31 min•Ep. 24
Bloody attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne, that did not go exactly to plan... Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://facebook.com/whodidwhatnowpodcast Business Enquiries: katie@whodidwhatnowpod.com Fan ...
May 25, 2021•23 min•Ep. 23
The "Prohibition Experiment" was started in order to supposedly protect people from the dangers of alcohol, so why then did the United States Federal Government pass laws and instigate policy that would go on to be no more than state-sanctioned murder? Listen today and find out Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https:/...
May 18, 2021•19 min•Ep. 22
Sometimes you hear of princesses behaving badly, but Olga of Kiev really takes the biscuit! I hope you're ready for a murderous medieval tale of revenge starring a scorned Saint, a bunch of birds and maybe a wee hint of arson... Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com...
May 04, 2021•26 min•Ep. 21
Heroine or heretic? Born bang smack in the middle of the hundred years war, Joan of Arc went from being a famer's daughter to the saviour of France and perhaps a prophet all before the age of 20. Join Katie as she delves into what we know about the maid of Orleans in this episode. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... http...
Apr 27, 2021•30 min•Ep. 20
How much life can one lead in 99 years? Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh was the longest running consort in Britain, fought against his own family during World War 2, lost his career, gained a title and saw and created reforms within the monarchy, while also putting his foot in it at practically every engagement he attended.... and then some... Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow ...
Apr 21, 2021•41 min•Ep. 19
Katherine Parr, (or Catherine if you prefer) is the one who survived Henry VIII, but what do we really know about his final queen and why was she so important? Grab a delicious baked good and a beverage, it's time to delve into the final Queen. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https...
Apr 05, 2021•39 min•Ep. 18
Catherine Howard, Henry VIII's fifth wife was a teenager, nearly half the king's age when they wed. Was this vivacious girl a vixen who seduced her onto the throne, or a victim and pawn of power-hungry men? Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod http...
Mar 29, 2021•29 min•Ep. 17
Was Anne of Cleves really as horrifying as they say, or was their another reason why Henry VIII was determined to annul this marriage? Listen now to find out! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodidwhatnowpd https://instagram.com/whodidwhatnowpod https://tiktok.com/@whodidwhatnowpod https://faceboo...
Mar 24, 2021•38 min•Ep. 16
Jane Seymour was Henry's favourite queen, but was this church mouse as obedient, docile and as foolish as she is so often shown to be, or was she a sneaky and formidable woman? Find out as Katie delves into the life of Queen Jane, the third wife of Henry VIII! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Donate at : https://patreon.com/whodidwhatnow https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/whodidwhatnowpod Follow me on... https://twitter.com/whodi...
Mar 20, 2021•28 min•Ep. 15
Who was Anne Boleyn, harlot or hedonist? This week join Katie as she delves into the life (and death) of Henry VIII's second wife, Anne Boleyn. Was Anne a devious, power-hungry wench, out to deceive the king and desecrate the kingdom, or was she a just a woman, powerless to the crown? Find out now.... Hosted by Katie Charlwood New episodes every Tuesday Donate at: patreon.com/whodidwhatnow or go to paypal.com and use the email: whodidwhatnowpod@gmail.com https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2...
Mar 16, 2021•42 min•Ep. 14
This week we start off our Women's History Month with by delving into the history of each of the Tudor Queens, the six wives of Henry VIII. Starting with the OG Queen, Katherine of Aragon, Princess of Spain, Princess of Wales and of course, Queen of England. Hosted by Katie Charlwood New episodes every Tuesday Donate at: patreon.com/whodidwhatnow or go to paypal.com and use the email: whodidwhatnowpod@gmail.com https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2LAB2ZP4U9USX?ref_=wl_share Follow me on... t...
Mar 09, 2021•32 min•Ep. 13
It's historical true crime time! This week join Katie as she separates the man from the myth, the fact from fiction (and fraud) and brings you the real story of H. H. Holmes, America's first serial killer and the Murder Castle. Was he merely a crook and conman, or was he possessed by the Devil himself? Did he truly kill over 200 people at the World's Fair? Was he a monster driven by the desire to kill? Guess we'll find out, huzzah and tallyho! Hosted by Katie Charlwood Wishlist https://www.amazo...
Mar 03, 2021•36 min•Ep. 12