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Learn more about the women of history relegated to the footnotes of others. From the darker side of women's history including cults, ghost stories, myths & legend and anything vaguely nerdy. Grab a snack and your beverage of choice and join two nerds with microphones!
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After Dark (Historic Relics)

Sagas of SheAug 17, 2020

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Solving History - Was Jack the Ripper a Woman.
Mar 23, 202417:35
Tea Break Podcast - Arsenic Green

Tea Break Podcast - Arsenic Green


In this podcast Emily tells us about Arsenic Green, something the Victorians lived and died for!



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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)


Mar 20, 202420:00
Tea Break History - Phyllis Latour Doyle

Tea Break History - Phyllis Latour Doyle

In this podcast we are talking about the amazing Phyllis Latour Doyle, a member of the SOE who used knitting to help bring about D-Day.


(Just a quick note here to say we have covered the SOE in a number of other podcasts so make sure you check those out to learn more about the SOE and other amazing women who served within it.)


The book Gemma mention is: Threads of Life: A History of the World Through the Eye of a Needle

by Clare Hunter.


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Feb 29, 202414:40
The Tangent Podcast (Women who made our childhood)

The Tangent Podcast (Women who made our childhood)

Good evening nerdlings!


We are back with the second tangent podcast for the month (aren't you lucky!) this time we are talking about the women in films, TV and books that made our childhood... be prepared there is a Most Haunted Tangent within the tangent too... sorry not sorry!

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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'



Feb 27, 202424:49
Tea Break History - The London Necropolis Railway.

Tea Break History - The London Necropolis Railway.

In the first tea break podcast of 2024 we are talking about what might just be the strangest railway line you may have never heard of - The London Necropolis Railway.


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)


Feb 19, 202415:41
Oracle Card Tangent - Featuring Hocus Pocus Apothecary

Oracle Card Tangent - Featuring Hocus Pocus Apothecary

Hello Nerdlings!


We are back with a tangent podcast! This time we talk about our oracle card reading with Amy from Hocus Pocus Apothecary.


You can find Amy:

www.hocuspocusapothecary.co.uk

Facebook: @hocuspocusapothecary

Tiktok: @hocuspocusapothecary

Instagram: @hocus_pocus_apothecary


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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'


Feb 16, 202430:48
Solving History (Amelia Earhart)

Solving History (Amelia Earhart)

Amelia Mary Earhart was an American aviation pioneer and writer. She was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean blazing a trail for modern female aviators. But on July 2nd, 1937 she disappeared while on a flight around the world, but what happened?


In this podcast we discuss some of the theories.


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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

Feb 01, 202432:18
The Wives of Henry VIII (Part 2)

The Wives of Henry VIII (Part 2)

In this 2-part podcast we'll be looking at the six women married to Henry VIII:

Catherine of Aragon,

Anne Boleyn,

Jane Seymour,

Anne of Cleaves,

Katherine Howard,

and Catherine Parr.


These women shaped England, bore future monarchs, lived, loved, and deserve to be remembered as more than one word the rhyme, “Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived” which Hayley Nolan describes  as “...a delightful way to trivialise thirty-eight years of collective trauma, misery and murder…”


This time we look at Henry's final three wives; Anne of Cleaves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr.


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Jan 18, 202458:00
The Wives of Henry VIII (Part 1)

The Wives of Henry VIII (Part 1)

In this 2-part podcast we'll be looking at the six women married to Henry VIII:

Catherine of Aragon,

Anne Boleyn,

Jane Seymour,

Anne of Cleves,

Katherine Howard,

and Catherine Parr.


These women shaped England, bore future monarchs, lived, loved, and deserve to be remembered as more than one word the rhyme, “Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived” which Hayley Nolan describes  as “...a delightful way to trivialise thirty-eight years of collective trauma, misery and murder…”

To begin with we look at  Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour.

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Jan 11, 202444:25
Christmas Tangent 2023!

Christmas Tangent 2023!

Seasons Greetings Nerdlings!


In our final tangent of the year we look back at some of our favourite moments from the year, discuss important matters such as the possibility of buying a moat and talk about our plans for 2024! All with our usual chaos and tangents.


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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'


Dec 21, 202329:42
After Dark (SOE Part 2)
Dec 13, 202341:32
After Dark (SOE part 1)
Dec 06, 202341:25
Solving History - Pope Joan

Solving History - Pope Joan

In our final Solving History podcast of 2023 we are looking at the legend of Pope Joan.


Who according to mediaeval manuscripts, in 855 tricked the church by pretending to be a man and was made pope only to be discovered as when she gave birth!


So, is the story fact or fiction? Listen on to see what we think and then let us know your thoughts either on social media or on the polls below.

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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library


Nov 25, 202319:59
Dying To Look Good 

Dying To Look Good 

In this bonus episode we are looking at dangerous and deadly fashion and make-up trends of the past... you may want to avoid these going into the Christmas party season!


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Nov 18, 202344:49
Possible Victims - Victims Of Jack The Ripper.

Possible Victims - Victims Of Jack The Ripper.

Happy (Belated) Halloween!


In the last episode of our Victims of the Ripper podcast we look at some possible Ripper victims.

Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation.



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Music Credit: Claim of Thrones from the Youtube Audio Library

Nov 01, 202315:32
Mary Jane Kelly - Victims of Jack the Ripper

Mary Jane Kelly - Victims of Jack the Ripper

Happy Halloween!

This time we look at the life of Mary Jane Kelly, believed to be the final and most brutal of the Ripper murders.

Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation.



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Music Credit: Claim of Thrones from the Youtube Audio Library

Oct 31, 202312:47
Spooky Season Podcast (Stalkers)
Oct 30, 202324:02
Solving History (The Warrens)

Solving History (The Warrens)

To get us in a Halloween mood, this podcast we look at some of the cases investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren and ask if the paranormal is real or just a way for people to make money.

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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

Oct 25, 202353:34
Spooky Season Podcast (Creatures from Popular Culture)
Oct 23, 202328:06
Catherine Eddowes - Victims of Jack the Ripper

Catherine Eddowes - Victims of Jack the Ripper

This time we look at the life of Catherine Eddowes, who was murdered on the same night as Elizabeth Stride in what is known as the double event.

Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation.



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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

Oct 22, 202314:33
Elizabeth Stride - Victims of Jack the Ripper

Elizabeth Stride - Victims of Jack the Ripper

This time we look at the life of Elizabeth Stride, who was murdered on the same night as Catherine Eddows in what is known as the double event.

Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation.


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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

Oct 17, 202311:17
Spooky Season Podcast (Human Sacrifice)
Oct 16, 202323:11
After Dark (The Real Amityville Horror)
Oct 11, 202335:08
Spooky Season Podcast (Gory Deaths of Saints)
Oct 09, 202326:37
Annie Chapman - The Victims of Jack The Ripper

Annie Chapman - The Victims of Jack The Ripper

Hello and happy spooky season. We continue our victims of the Ripper mini-series with Annie Chapman, the second woman to be killed by Jack the Ripper.


Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation.

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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library


Oct 08, 202309:32
Spooky Season Bonus (The Bell Witch)
Oct 02, 202313:21
Mary Ann (Polly) Nichols - The Victims of Jack The Ripper Mini-Series

Mary Ann (Polly) Nichols - The Victims of Jack The Ripper Mini-Series

Hello and happy spooky season.

Between August and November 1888 at least 5 women were murdered by Jack the Ripper, and whilst there are tons of books, podcasts, and documentaries focused on the identity of the killer his victims; Mary Ann Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Catherine Eddows, and Mary Jane Kelly who are known as the canonical five are meer footnotes. However, we think it's more important we remember the women he killed and the lives they led. So, join us for a six part mini-series that looks at each of the victims lives, with one last podcast dedicated to possible Ripper Victims.


Starting us off we have Mary Ann ‘Polly’ Nichols.

Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation.

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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library


Oct 01, 202310:16
Solving History - The Borden Murders

Solving History - The Borden Murders

We're back with another Solving History Podcast and this time we are looking at the murders of Andrew and Abby Borden. Lizzie Borden, Andrew's daughter was tried and acquitted of the crime, but if it wasn't Lizzie then who was it and why? Listen in for the facts of the case and our theories.

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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

Sep 29, 202327:35
15 Minute- Norwich Plantation Gardens.
Sep 22, 202314:58
Septembers - Tangent...ish

Septembers - Tangent...ish

In this tangent-ish podcast we talk about what has been happening with Sagas and what is still to come!


You can find Emily's bookshop information on her social media @booksandcranniesstore and for online shopping: www.booksandcrannies.co.uk

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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'

Sep 15, 202313:41
Tea Break History - Winifred Maxwell.

Tea Break History - Winifred Maxwell.

Hello and welcome to a tea-break podcast that proves the adage "well behaved women seldom make history" to be true. Winifred Maxwell planned and executed the escape of her husband from the Tower of London days before he was to be executed for treason.


So grab a drink and snack and enjoy!

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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)



Jul 21, 202310:27
The Tangent Podcast (Disney)

The Tangent Podcast (Disney)

Hello Nerdlings,


We invite you to be our guest for July's first podcast! This time we are talking about Disney and getting a little side tracked with politics and Marvel's Secret Invasion (don't worry there are no spoilers).


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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'

Jul 14, 202326:23
15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Five - Pirate Fact or Fiction

15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Five - Pirate Fact or Fiction

Hello and welcome to the final episode in our myth and folklore mini series.

In this episode we are looking at some of the myths and legends that surround piracy!


So grab a cuppa (or rum) and hit play!


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)



Jun 29, 202313:55
15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Four - Atalanta

15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Four - Atalanta

Hello and welcome to episode four in our myth and folklore mini series.


In this episode we are heading back to Ancient Greece and looking at the myth of the Atalanta.


So grab a cuppa and hit play!

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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)


Jun 22, 202311:28
15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Three - Vestal Virgins

15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Three - Vestal Virgins

Hello and welcome to episode three in our myth and folklore mini series.

In this episode we are looking at the Vestal Virgins.

So grab a cuppa and hit play!

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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)
Jun 15, 202309:54
15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Two - The Wulver

15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode Two - The Wulver

Hello and welcome to episode two in our myth and folklore mini series. In this episode we are looking at the myth of the Wulver!
So grab a cuppa and hit play!

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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)
Jun 08, 202311:55
15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode One - Tell It To The Bees

15 Minute Myth & Folklore Mini- Series: Episode One - Tell It To The Bees



Hello and welcome to myth and folklore mini series.


In episode one we are looking at the belief that not telling the bees important family news can lead to all kinds of calamities!


So grab a cuppa and hit play!



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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)


Jun 01, 202315:37
After Dark (Deaths Surrounding Playboy Episode 3)
May 30, 202322:08
Tea Break History (Six the Musical)

Tea Break History (Six the Musical)

Hello, join us in this tea break podcast as we talk about our recent trip to see Six the musical at Norwich Theatre Royal. It's been a week since our visit and we are still singing House of Holbein!


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)


May 23, 202310:16
The Tangent Podcast (The Book Tangent)

The Tangent Podcast (The Book Tangent)

Hello Nerdlings,


Come and join us as we talk about books! Books we love, books we didn't like, and share in our rage at books that change size and cover styles half way through a series.

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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'


May 13, 202339:23
After Dark (Deaths Surrounding Playboy Episode 2)
Apr 29, 202321:36
Tea Break History (Norwich City Aviation Museum)

Tea Break History (Norwich City Aviation Museum)

In this episode we talk about our recent(ish) trip to the City of Norwich Aviation Museum and the tour we took of the Hawker Siddeley Nimrod. There's also our normal level of chaos and mentions of one of Gemma's finest moments... Should you wish to visit the museum then check out their website below.

https://www.cnam.org.uk/


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Apr 14, 202314:21
The Tangent Podcast (Mandalorian Season 3)

The Tangent Podcast (Mandalorian Season 3)

This time we are chatting about Star Wars but specifically The Mandalorian as season 3 is underway we’re putting a spoiler for those of you who might be waiting until all episodes are out. 


If you're ok with spoilers for the first couple of episodes, get your snacks at the ready....




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Music Credit: Quincas Moreira 'Bongo Madness'


Mar 30, 202331:04
Tea Break History ( Lady Godiva)

Tea Break History ( Lady Godiva)

Hello There!


In this episode we are talking about Lady Godiva and her famous naked ride though Coventry Market place. 


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Mar 23, 202312:06
After Dark (Deaths Surrounding Playboy Episode 1)
Mar 16, 202324:35
Tea Break History (Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery)

Tea Break History (Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery)

Hello There,    In this episode we talk about our recent visit to Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery.  You can find pictures from our trip on our Instagram - @sagas_of_she And, more about the Castle on their website - Norwich Castle - Norfolk Museums

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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Mar 08, 202315:07
Solving History (Sarah Winchester Mystery House)

Solving History (Sarah Winchester Mystery House)

Hello and welcome to the first Solving History of 2023!

In this episode Emily looks at the infamous Mystery House in San Jose, California. An architectural wonder and historic landmark, it was once the personal residence of Sarah Winchester, the widow of William Wirt Winchester and heiress to a large portion of the Winchester Repeating Arms fortune. Today the house boasts having drawn over 12 million guests to visit the house since its doors opened in June of 1923, why? Well, for 38 years, Sarah was said to have had construction going 24 hours a day at her home - no ordinary construction job, though; the house is a labyrinth of rooms that at one point reached seven stories and is filled with weird things like stairs and doors that go nowhere all in order to keep ghosts at bay… or was it?

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Music Credit: Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

Feb 27, 202323:58
The Tangent Podcast (Tarot )
Feb 23, 202333:54
Tea Break History (Alice Anderson)

Tea Break History (Alice Anderson)

Time for another Tea Break Podcast!

This time we take a look at the Life of Alice Anderson, who established Australia’s first  first all-female car workshop!


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Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Feb 04, 202310:58
After Dark (The History of Tattooing)
Jan 30, 202341:49