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Killing Time with Rebecca Rideal

Killing Time with Rebecca Rideal

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Welcome to Killing Time, the podcast that investigates the darkest moments in our past to shine a light on wider histories.
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In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by art historian and broadcaster, Dr Bendor Grosvenor to explore the fascinating life and mysterious death of 17th-century artist, Anthony Van Dyck.  Written, hosted and produced by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music: 'Circles' by the Broxton Hundred
Mata Hari

Mata Hari

2023-03-3030:071

In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by Dr Kate Lister, sex historian, host of Betwixt the Sheets Podcast, owner of the hugely popular Whores of Yore social media account, and author of Harlots, Whores & Hackabouts: A History of Sex for Sale.  Together they'll explore the life of Mata Hari. Written, hosted and produced by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music: 'Circles' by the Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by ancient world expert and host of Legit Classics podcast, Jasmine Elmer. Together, they explore the life of one of antiquity’s most fascinating women and unravel the troubling sequence of events that lead to her untimely death. Written, hosted and produced by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music: 'Circles' by the Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by historian of medieval history Nathen Amin to explore the life and grisly death of Owen Tudor, grandfather of the Tudor dynasty. Written, hosted and produced by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music: 'Circles' by the Broxton Hundred  
SEASON THREE - TRAILER

SEASON THREE - TRAILER

2023-03-0200:59

Killing Time Podcast is back! Join Rebecca Rideal for a brand season of the critically acclaimed historical true crime podcast series. Coming 9 March 2023!
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by historian Dr Fern Riddell to discuss the real history behind Matthew Vaughan's The King's Man. *Please note, this episode contains spoilers*   Written and edited by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music: 'Circles' by The Broxton Hundred  
The Paper Chase

The Paper Chase

2022-02-0521:48

In this episode we travel back to London during the reign of Queen Anne to tell a fascinating tale of secrets, sedition, censorship. To do so, Rebecca Rideal is joined by historian and author Dr Joseph Hone, whose gripping 2020 book The Paper Chase has brought this riveting story to light. Written, edited and produced by Rebecca Rideal Theme music: "Circles" The Broxton Hundred
The Death of Cleopatra

The Death of Cleopatra

2022-02-0132:21

It is the most famous death in history, but what is the real story behind the demise of Egypt’s last Ptolemaic ruler, Cleopatra? Rebecca Rideal speaks with Roman historian, archaeologist and lecturer at the University of Glasgow, Dr Jane Draycott. Written, produced and edited by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by screenwriter and creator of Endeavour Russell Lewis to explore the world of Endeavour Morse - from Colin Dexter's books to the TV adaptations.  Written, edited and produced by Rebecca Rideal Theme Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred 
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by critically acclaimed actor and star of Timeless, Noughts + Crosses, Peep Show as well as the author of Sancho: An Act of Remembrance, Paterson Joseph. Together they explore the life and times of Charles Ignatius Sancho and how historical figures can influence today. Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/Producer: Peter Curry Theme Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred 
The Spy Who Loved

The Spy Who Loved

2020-12-1620:26

In this episode, Rebecca Rideal travels into the world mid-20th century espionage with Clare Mulley, historian and author of The Spy Who Loved.  They're on the trail of trailblazing spy Christine Granville.   Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/producer: Peter Curry Theme music: "Circles" The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca is joined by historian and writer Luke Pepera to explore the astonishing life of Shaka Zulu. His a story of heroism, conquest, grief and brutality. Written and narration by Rebecca Rideal Editor/Producer: Peter Curry Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by historian and author of Hitler's British Isles, Duncan Barrett. They investigate a grisly wartime murder on the idyllic island of Sark. Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/Producer: Peter Curry Theme Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by renaissance historian, broadcaster and author of the forthcoming In the Shadow of the Block, Dr Joanne Paul. Together, they investigate a mysterious death that shook the court of Elizabeth I. Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/producer: Peter Curry Voice actor: Laura Darrall Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by City of Westminster Guide, heritage communicator and founder of The Cemetery Club, Sheldon Goodman. Together, they explore the fascinating history of Barnes cemetery. Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/producer: Peter Curry Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by historian and author of The Gossip's Choice, Dr Sara Read to investigate a grisly eighteenth century triple murder. Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/producer: Peter Curry Theme Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by Leanda de Lisle, historian, broadcaster and author of White King. They discuss the lives, deaths and afterlives of Lady Jane Grey and Charles I. Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Producer/editor: Peter Curry Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred  
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by ancient historian Dr Maria Pretzler to discuss the life and untimely death of Alexander the Great.  Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Producer/editor: Peter Curry Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by Dallas Campbell - TV presenter and author of Ad Astra: An Illustrated Guide to Leaving the Planet - to unravel the tragedy of Apollo 1 and the wider history of the 1960s Space Race.    Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Editor/producer: Peter Curry Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred   **Bonus material about the Soviet programme available via www.patreon.com/killing_time **
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by historian Dr Amara Thornton to investigate the legend of King Tut's Curse.  Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal Producer/editor: Peter Curry Voice actor: Duncan Barrett Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
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