Honourable Mentions: Hilarious History

Join two brothers for a hilarious dive into the untold stories of history's most obscure figures. Honourable Mentions: Hilarious History unearths the hidden tales your teachers forgot to mention—If you love a good laugh with a bit of sibling rivalry, and learning about remarkable everyday people who did extraordinary things, subscribe for your weekly dose of banter and historical deep dives. It’s the history podcast where the underdogs finally get their due.

Honourable Mentions: Hilarious History is a comedy podcast hosted by Steve and Neil Webb, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Steve and Neil Webb hosts Honourable Mentions: Hilarious History, a comedy show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #49

  Roland the Farter and Le Pétomane: Explosive Flatulence from Medieval Courts to the Moulin Rouge

  Sep 30, 202634 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail Step into the bizarre and brilliant world of history’s most unconventional entertainers. In this episode, we explore the lives and legacies of Roland the Farter, a 12th-century court performer whose unique talent earned him land and royal favour, and Le Pétomane, the French stage sensation of the Belle Époque who turned flatulence into high art. From medieval feasts to Parisian cabarets, we uncover how these men transformed bodily functions into comedic spectacle and left behind a legacy that’s equal parts absurd and fascinating. Expect laughter, curiosity, and a surprising dose of cultural insight into the art of… well… wind. Perfect for history buffs, comedy lovers, and anyone intrigued by the stranger corners of human creativity. Email honourablementionspod@gmail.com Website honourablementions.buzzsprout.com Facebook Honourable Mentions Instagram honourablementionspod TikTok honourable.mentionspod Discord honourablementions

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  Episode #48

  Lion's Last Guard: The Downfall of Tom Sayers

  Sep 22, 202633 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail What happens when a national hero steps out of the ring and into the shadows of Victorian London? In this episode, we dive into the wild, tragic, and chaotic post-boxing life of Tom Sayers—the legendary bare-knuckle pugilist and undisputed champion of 19th-century Britain. After his grueling, history-making 1860 world championship fight against American powerhouse John C. Heenan, Sayers retired from prize fighting a wealthy man, backed by a massive £3,000 public subscription raised by adoring fans. But life outside the ropes proved far more treacherous. Join us as we trace Tom Sayers' final years: from his ill-fated ventures into the circus business with the "Tom Sayers’ Champion Circus" and scandal-ridden domestic court battles, to his decline plagued by tuberculosis, diabetes, and severe alcoholism. We explore his iconic companionship with "Lion"—his faithful Mastiff—and the extraordinary spectacle of his 1865 Highgate Cemetery funeral, where over 10,000 Londoners lined the streets to mourn Victorian Britain's favorite fighter. Whether you are a sports history enthusiast, a fan of Victorian true crime and culture, or fascinated by the dark side of early athletic fame, this episode uncovers the real story of Tom Sayers' final rounds. Email honourablementionspod@gmail.com Website honourablementions.buzzsprout.com Facebook Honourable Mentions Instagram honourablementionspod TikTok honourable.mentionspod Discord honourablementions

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  Episode #47

  Tom Sayers: The Victorian bare-knuckle boxing king of the ring

  Sep 15, 202643 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail Before Pay-Per-View, YouTube, or basic safety regulations, there was Tom Sayers—the 5-foot-8 bricklayer from Brighton, who became Victorian Britain’s most terrifying bare-knuckle boxing champion. ​In this episode, we take to the ring with the wild history of 19th-century prize fighting, leading up to the infamous 1860 World Title brawl between English champion Tom Sayers and American powerhouse John C. Heenan ("The Benicia Boy"). It was a 42-round, 2-hour-and-a half hour fighting frenzy featuring broken arms, a strangulation, a mob riot, and a police raid. ​In this episode: ​How a bricklayer became an international sports superstar Why thousands of Victoria England's great, good, unwashed and notorious stood shoulder to shoulder in a Hampshire field at 7 AM to watch two men try and knock each other out. ​The rules (or complete lack thereof) of Victorian prize fighting. ​The legendary 1860 World Heavyweight Championship chaos ​ ​If you love weird history, ridiculous sports stories, and historical comedy podcasts, please like and hit follow! Email honourablementionspod@gmail.com Website honourablementions.buzzsprout.com Facebook Honourable Mentions Instagram honourablementionspod TikTok honourable.mentionspod Discord honourablementions

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  Episode #46

  A Scapegoat for the Fire of London: The strange case of Robert Hubert

  Sep 8, 202641 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail When the Great Fire of London reduced the city to ashes in September 1666, a panicked public demanded someone to blame. Enter Robert Hubert: a French watchmaker who confessed to starting the blaze on orders from the Pope. But was he even in England when the fire began? ​In this episode, we sift through the remains of one of history's most tragic false confessions. Why would an innocent man plead guilty to a crime he couldn't possibly have committed? We explore the anti-Catholic hysteria, the rushed trial, and the tragic execution of a scapegoat caught in the crosshairs of a national catastrophe. ​In this episode, you’ll learn: ​How political fear and religious paranoia shaped the aftermath of the Great Fire ​The key evidence proving Hubert’s physical impossibility of starting the fire ​Why the court and King Charles II let the execution happen anyway ​And how one of history’s most notorious false confessions affected a nation's history to this very day. Email honourablementionspod@gmail.com Website honourablementions.buzzsprout.com Facebook Honourable Mentions Instagram honourablementionspod TikTok honourable.mentionspod Discord honourablementions

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  Episode #45

  Walter Arnold and the World's First Speeding Ticket

  Sep 1, 202635 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail Did you know the world's first speeding ticket was issued way back in 1896 and for for driving at four times over the legal limit? ⚡ ​In 1896, British motoring pioneer Walter Arnold tore through Paddock Wood in Kent at an incredible 8 miles per hour, igniting a thrilling chase with a police officer... on a bicycle! ​In this episode, we dive into the wild history of the world’s very first speed demon, the 1896 Arnold Motor Carriage, and how one man’s four-fold speed violation changed traffic laws and car culture forever. ​You’ll discover: ​The world’s very first police chase involving a motor vehicle. How it all ended when a local constable on a pushbike chased down Walter Arnold. ​The Infamous 2 MPH Speed Limit: Why the Red Flag Act forced cars to drive at a walking pace with a flag bearer leading the way. ​The Birth of Modern Driving: How Walter Arnold’s arrest led to the Emancipation Run and raised speed limits across the UK. ​If you love true stories and history podcasts told with a bit of humour, hit Follow and rate the show 5 stars! Thank you Email honourablementionspod@gmail.com Website honourablementions.buzzsprout.com Facebook Honourable Mentions Instagram honourablementionspod TikTok honourable.mentionspod Discord honourablementions

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