Jul 15, 202631 minS1
We dive into the historical context of Bridgerton with Paul Chrystal and discuss what should be believed, what shouldn't and what life was really like for all the 'other' people of Regency Britain who weren't...
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Mad About History
Hosted by Sophia Pouget · history · EN
About this Podcast:
Mad About History is your gateway into the wonderfully weird side of Britain’s past. Forget dry dates and textbook timelines – this podcast dives into the strange, surprising and downright unbelievable stories that history often leaves out. From bizarre royal habits to forgotten scandals and curious everyday lives, each episode uncovers the human experiences that make the past feel anything but distant. Designed for curious minds. If you have ever wondered what odd secrets are hiding behind familiar historical moments – or just want to be surprised by the past – Mad About History invites you to see British history in a whole new light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What is Mad About History about?
Mad About History is your gateway into the wonderfully weird side of Britain’s past. Forget dry dates and textbook timelines, this podcast dives into the strange, surprising and downright unbelievable stories that history often leaves out.
Who hosts Mad About History?
Mad About History is hosted by Sophia Pouget. The show has published 4 episodes to date.
What has Mad About History covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Is Bridgerton just Coronation Street set in Regency Times?" (15 July 2026, 31 minutes), "What Jane Austen really thought of Mary Bennet, with Ella Bruccoleri" (2 July 2026, 37 minutes), and "What Jane Austen really thought of Mary Bennet, with Ella Bruccoleri" (2 July 2026, 37 minutes).
How often does Mad About History publish?
Mad About History publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 4 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Mad About History?
Booking probability for Mad About History is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Mad About History requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Mad About History's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Sophia Pouget hosts Mad About History, a history podcast with 4 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Jul 2, 202637 minS1We speak to Ella Bruccoleri who plays Mary Bennet in the BBC's hid Austen spin-off, The Other Bennet Sister, about taking on the role, the truth about Mr Collins, and why we've all got a bit of Mary Bennet in us. Hosted...
- Jul 2, 202637 minS1
We speak to Ella Bruccoleri who plays Mary Bennet in the BBC's hid Austen spin-off, The Other Bennet Sister, about taking on the role, the truth about Mr Collins, and why we've all got a bit of Mary Bennet in us. <p >...
Jun 22, 202630 minS1Lucy Briers tells us about returning to the Austen world in BBC's The Other Bennet Sister<p > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.</p>
Jun 2, 202641 minS1Cecily Neville, Margaret Beaufort, Marguerite of Anjou and Elizabeth Woodville - were these the real brains behind the Wars of the Roses? Critically acclaimed historical novelist Annie Garthwaite gives us their side of...
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Apr 21, 202630 minS1Did you know the late Queen owned a beaver and a sloth? Our first episode sees royal history expert Professor Kate Williams share some of her favourite facts about Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been the...
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