History As A Weapon
Jem looks into the use of History itself as a Weapon. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Condensed Histories
Condensed Histories bridges the gap between history and popular culture. In each episode of Condensed Histories our host, Jem Duducu, takes an item of popular culture and looks under the surface to find real history hiding inside, with fascinating facts and stories about history spanning all eras, and also about the development of the piece pop-culture itself, appealing to history lover and enthusiasts of movies, games and music alike!
From shows on Netflix, Prime or Disney Plus, to the lastest blockbuster films, and even video games, songs, board games and food, Jem shows us how much history is lurking in our everyday entertainment.
Wandavision, The Dig, Warhammer, Queen’s Gambit, Assassin’s Creed, Jojo Rabbit, Cobra Kai, The Lord of the Rings and Monopoly are among the subjects in which which Jem has so far discovered a surprising amount of history!
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
The Vinland Saga
Jem looks at Vikings, by way of The Vinland Saga! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Witcher & Final Fantasy XVI
Jem takes a look into two different fanchises, The Witcher & Final Fantasy XVI, and how they are both connected. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
V for Vendetta
Jem looks into the comic book and film, V for Vendetta. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Black Templars
Jem takes a Warhammer inspired look into the history surrounding The Black Templars. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jurassic Park 3
Jem talks Jurassic Park 3, and an exciting new project from Dark Fantastic Mills. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Boys
Jem looks into the superhero story 'The Boys', and considers the comparison between superheroes today and the mythology of the past. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The Loch Ness Monster and other Cryptids
Jem takes a look into the world of Cryptids! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Women In Magic
The editor of Condensed Histories, and the writer of 'Greg and Felicity's History of Magic' (available on Amazon), Greg Chapman, steps out from behind the computer to talk to Jem about Women in Magic. You can find details of Greg's upcoming tour of 'The Non-Psychic 'Psychic' Show' at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/gregchapman Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Happy Birthday Disney!
Jem looks into the history of Disney as we approach the company's 100th birthday! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Traitors
From Reality TV to the Bible, Jem looks into the history of Traitors! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Walk Like An Egyptian
Jem takes us into Ancient Egypt and 80s pop as we Walk Like An Egyptian! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Submarines
Jem takes a deep dive into the history of Submarines! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
He-Man
Jem takes us back to his childhood with He-Man! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oppenheimer... 2!
Do not adjust your sets - this is a second episode all about Oppenheimer! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Servant of the People
Jem looks at the Ukranian TV Series 'Servant of the People', starring Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Casablanca
Jem talks about Casablanca and refugees. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why is Babylon Bad?
Jem looks at the film Babylon, the series Babylon Berlin, and why Babylon is bad! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Animation
Jem looks into the history of animation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lightsabers!
Jem looks into Lightsabers and Swords, and shares a confession from his past... Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hollywood and History
Jem talks about his new book, 'Hollywood and History'. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Strike!
Jem looks into the history of strikes, unions, and how they affect pop culture! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Lionesses and The World Cup!
Jem looks at the Women's World Cup, and the history of Women's Football. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PR
Jem looks into the history of PR and how it has changed the world! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Witches
Jem tackles the subject of Witches! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Netflix Vs History
Jem looks at historical accuracy and Netflix, including Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte, The Crown and Cleopatra! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Vampires of Warhammer
Jem discusses Warhammer and Vampires, while trying to avoid a certain Transylvanian Count! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Satire
Jem looks into the history of satire, and its importance to historians. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Sandman
This time around Jem talks about Neil Gaiman's comic book and Neflix series, The Sandman. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oppenheimer
After the Barbie episode, of course Jem has to look at Oppenheimer. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.