The Rest Is History

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199. Stonehenge Jun 23, 2022

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On today's pod Tom and Dominic are joined by Stonehenge expert Mike Pitts to discuss all the big questions that surround Stonehenge:

Who built it? How did they build it? What was it built for?

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Editor: James Hodgson

Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

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198. Cleopatra's Downfall (Part 4) Jun 16, 2022

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Join Tom and Dominic for the fourth and final instalment in their Cleopatra mini-series, as they discuss Octavian's propaganda, the war he waged against Antony and Cleopatra, and their ultimate demise.

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197. Antony & Cleopatra (Part 3) Jun 15, 2022

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After centuries of Cleopatra and Mark Antony’s relationship being told and fictionalised by Plutarch and Shakespeare alike, Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook uncover what history tells us about this power couple. They reveal how the rise of Octavian as a threat caused Mark Antony to turn to Cleopatra for support. It was a relationship that had less to do with romance and love, and more to do with monetary and territory gains.

The release date of the final episode in this series (Cleopatra's Downfall) is Monday 20th June. However, members of The Rest Is History Club get all episodes RIGHT NOW, so head to restishistorypod.com to sign up.

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196. Julius Caesar & Cleopatra (Part 2) Jun 14, 2022

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Join Tom and Dominic for the second episode of this four part mini-series on Cleopatra, where they discuss her relationship with Julius Caesar and the role this relationship played in the politics of Rome.

The release schedule of the remaining two episodes of the series is 'Antony & Cleopatra' (Thursday 16th June) and 'Cleopatra's Downfall' (Monday 20th June).

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Editor: James Hodgson

Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

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Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

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Twitter:

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195. Young Cleopatra (Part 1) Jun 13, 2022

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Welcome to The Rest Is History Cleopatra series!

The release schedule of the four episodes is as follows:

Young Cleopatra (Monday 13th June)

Julius Caesar & Cleopatra (Tuesday 14th June)

Antony & Cleopatra (Thursday 16th June)

Cleopatra's Downfall (Monday 20th June)

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In episode 1 of this four part mini-series on Cleopatra, Tom and Dominic discuss the incredible story of 'Young Cleopatra' and her early life in Ptolemaic Egypt.

Editor: James Hodgson

Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

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Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

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194. The First Fascist Jun 09, 2022

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Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook discuss the 'first' fascist, Gabriele D'Annunzio, with historian Lucy Hughes-Hallett.

D'Annunzio was a key figure in Italian literature before becoming a political figure later in his life. Although never personally identifying with fascism, his ideas were hugely influential on Mussolini.

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Producer: Dom Johnson

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193. How Prime Ministers Fall Jun 07, 2022

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As British PM Boris Johnson survives a no confidence vote, Tom and Dominic record a special episode on the history of bringing down Prime Ministers. Prominent victims include Asquith, Chamberlain, Thatcher and Blair.

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Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

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192. Robin Hood Jun 06, 2022

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Join Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook as they uncover the origins of Robin Hood.

What was the earliest mention of Robin Hood in text? How has Robin Hood evolved through time to become the legend that he is today? Did he have a real-life counterpart?

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Editor: Scarlett Murray

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*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

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191. Childbirth Jun 02, 2022

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In today's episode, Tom and Dominic talk to Sara Read about the history of childbirth.

Sara unveils the origin of the word 'gossip' and its connection to midwifery. As well as this, they discuss how someone would qualify as a midwife; the relationship between religion and childbirth; and the average age of becoming a first time mother. They also look into the changes in the maternal mortality rate throughout history. And, finally, they touch on the authenticity of 'Call The Midwife'.

Sara Read is the author of two works of historical fiction: The Gossips' Choice and The Midwife's Truth, available from all good bookshops.

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Editor: Scarlett Murray

Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

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190. Jubilees May 30, 2022

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In today's episode of The Rest Is History Dominic and Tom look at how Jubilees have served as a moment for Britain to stop and reflect.

From the celebrations of George III, Queen Victoria and George V to the modern jamborees of Elizabeth II, here's all you need to know before this year's Platinum Jubilee.

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Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

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