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Oh! What a Lovely Podcast
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The First World War meets popular culture and the media. A podcast presented by @thehistorygirl1.bsky.social, @chriskempshall.bsky.social, & @anguswallace.bsky.social

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Was Blackadder Goes Forth the most powerful portrayal of the #FWW ever put on television?

This month we take a look at the show's enduring legacy & discuss how it evolved, historical realities behind its humour, & why the final scene still resonates. 🗃️

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Blackadder
Was Blackadder Goes Forth the most powerful portrayal of the First World War ever put on television? In this episode of Oh! What a Lovely Podcast, Jessica, Chris and Angus take a look at...
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November 1, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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How did the #FWW bring down Europe’s great dynasties, & how did the BBC retell it in 1974?

We watched Fall of Eagles, which charted the decline of the Romanovs, Hohenzollerns, & Habsburgs. We evaluate the strengths & weaknesses of this ambitious show. 🗃️

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Fall of Eagles
How did the First World War bring down Europe’s great dynasties, and how did the BBC retell that story on screen? In this episode of Oh What a Lovely Podcast, we look at Fall of Eagles, ...
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October 7, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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What can a 1917 short story collection tell us about the British home front during the #FWW?

This month Ann-Marie Einhaus discusses War-Time in Our Street by J. E. Buckrose.

These stories capture everyday resilience and humour amid wartime hardships. 🗃️

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61 - War-Time In Our Street
What can a 1917 short story collection tell us about life on the British home front during the First World War? In this episode of Oh! What a Lovely Podcast, Angus, Chris, Jessica, and r...
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September 1, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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What do young adults think of #FWW fiction aimed at them?

In this episode we hear, and discuss, the thoughts of a group of young readers on 'The Boy I Loved' by William Hussey, a novel exploring the impact of war on love, identity and loss. 🗃️

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The Boy I Loved
What do young adults think of First World War fiction aimed at them? In this episode of Oh What a Lovely Podcast, we hand the mic to a group of young readers to hear their thoughts on Th...
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August 1, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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otdmilhistory.bsky.social
I would be remiss if I didn't suggest Jonathan F. Vance's "Death So Noble: Memory, Meaning, and the First World War" as a must read in the understanding memory of World War 1.

It's connection to Fussell's work is mentioned in the book itself.
#history #militaryhistory #ww1
July 5, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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chriskempshall.bsky.social
New episode alert! This month we're joined by @iaisherwood.bsky.social & Steven Trout to discuss their analysis of Paul Fussell's book 'The Great War and Modern Memory' and discuss its legacy and ongoing impact! 🗃️
July 4, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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What makes a 50-year-old #FWW book still essential reading?

We welcome @iaisherwood.bsky.social & Steven Trout authors of 'But It Still Goes On: Paul Fussell’s The Great War & Modern Memory at 50' to revisit Fussell’s classic & the debates it still sparks

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The Great War and Modern Memory at 50
What makes a 50-year-old book on WWI still essential reading? In this episode, Angus, Jessica, and Chris are joined by Ian Isherwood and Steven Trout, authors of But It Still Goes On: Pa...
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July 4, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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What happens when a real-life figure becomes the focus of a controversial BBC #FWW drama?

This month, we revisit 'The Monocled Mutineer'.
We examine its reception, the events at Etaples, & discuss how the show explored class & military discipline 🗃️

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The Monocled Mutineer
What happens when a controversial real-life figure becomes the centre of one of the BBC’s most politically charged wartime dramas? In this episode, we revisit The Monocled Mutineer (1986...
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June 2, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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In which I get over-excited and grumpy and reflect on what #DopeGirls tells us about how we (mis)remember #20s30s Britain today.

Thanks to @thehistorygirl1.bsky.social @chriskempshall.bsky.social @anguswallace.bsky.social for asking me onto the podcast and humouring my obsessions.
owalpodcast.bsky.social Oh! What a Lovely Podcast @owalpodcast.bsky.social · Apr 1
What was the real story behind the BBC series Dope Girls?

This month we're joined by @tricksterprince.bsky.social to explore the real figures & stories, the shifting social post-war landscape, & the era’s struggles with gender, crime, & morality. 🗃️

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Dope Girls
What was the real story behind the BBC series Dope Girls? In this episode of Oh What a Lovely Podcast, we dive into the world of Soho’s underground nightlife in the 1920s, as seen in the...
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April 1, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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What was the real story behind the BBC series Dope Girls?

This month we're joined by @tricksterprince.bsky.social to explore the real figures & stories, the shifting social post-war landscape, & the era’s struggles with gender, crime, & morality. 🗃️

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Dope Girls
What was the real story behind the BBC series Dope Girls? In this episode of Oh What a Lovely Podcast, we dive into the world of Soho’s underground nightlife in the 1920s, as seen in the...
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April 1, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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What happens when a late-20thC detective novelist has strong opinions on the #FWW?

We discuss Reginald Hill’s 'The Wood Beyond' & the short story ‘Silent Night’ & consider the significance of the genealogy boom & the politics of the Shot at Dawn campaign 🗃️
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Reginald Hill
What happens when a late-twentieth-century detective novelist develops strong opinions about the First World War? This month Angus, Jessica and Chris discuss Reginald Hill's The Wood Bey...
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March 3, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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societyarmy.bsky.social
The 2nd keynote at our 2025 Research Conference will be delivered by @thehistorygirl1.bsky.social, of our hosts @universityofleeds.bsky.social, and @owalpodcast.bsky.social. Her career has focused on social & cultural history of the #FWW, considering gender, medicine, & disability.
January 14, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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iaisherwood.bsky.social
Starting off the New Year strong talking with these lovely folks. Thanks for having me on such a great podcast.
January 1, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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What do you do when a student brings you family papers in a Harrods tin?

We speak to @iaisherwood.bsky.social about his new book, 'The Battalion: Citizen Soldiers at War on the Western Front'. We also discuss digital humanities projects and bad war poetry

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Ian Isherwood, The Battalion and Digital History
What do you do when a student brings you a collection of family papers in a Harrods tin? This month, Chris, Angus and Jessica speak to Professor Ian Isherwood about his new book, The Bat...
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January 1, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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sommecourt.bsky.social
Very much enjoyed this. A lifetime ago I used to live and work in London, and there are many small war memorials but do remember a lot were also lost in WW2. This is a good example though on St Martin's Vestry wall just a few minutes walk from Charing Cross.
December 2, 2024 at 2:35 PM
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How do you walk people through First World War landscapes?

We welcome back Prof Mark Connelly to discuss his new walking tours endeavour Connelly Contours. We discuss war memorials in the London landscape,& if bad weather provides important context 🗃️

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Walking Tours
How do you walk people through First World War landscapes?This month we welcome back Prof Mark Connelly to discuss his new walking tours endeavour Connelly Contours. Along the way we discuss war memor...
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December 2, 2024 at 11:52 AM
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If you’ve been a fan of us this year, then let @theguardian.com know!

Tell us your favourite podcast of 2024 www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...
Tell us your favourite podcast of 2024
We would like to hear about your favourite new podcast you’ve been listening to this year and why
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November 27, 2024 at 4:32 PM
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msquinnhistory.bsky.social
I took part in this at the centenary and it was wonderful. We had access to such rich sources. A massive thanks to Ann-Marie for involving me in the project!
owalpodcast.bsky.social Oh! What a Lovely Podcast @owalpodcast.bsky.social · Nov 1
How do you teach the First World War?

Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus & Prof Catriona Pennell join us to reflect on the ‘First World War in the Classroom’ project. We discuss battlefield tours, time constraints of teachers, & if the centenary changed anything 🗃️

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Teaching the First World War
How do you teach the FIrst World War? This month we're joined by Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus and Prof Catriona Pennell to reflect on their 'First World War in the Classroom' project that explored t...
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November 1, 2024 at 8:52 PM
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davev-vickersmg.bsky.social
History Teacher folks, this is something you must listen to, so many interesting thoughts on how we teach the FWW.
It's a conflict with so many angles to it that you could teach it anyway you wanted.
owalpodcast.bsky.social Oh! What a Lovely Podcast @owalpodcast.bsky.social · Nov 1
How do you teach the First World War?

Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus & Prof Catriona Pennell join us to reflect on the ‘First World War in the Classroom’ project. We discuss battlefield tours, time constraints of teachers, & if the centenary changed anything 🗃️

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Teaching the First World War
How do you teach the FIrst World War? This month we're joined by Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus and Prof Catriona Pennell to reflect on their 'First World War in the Classroom' project that explored t...
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November 1, 2024 at 7:22 PM
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How do you teach the First World War?

Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus & Prof Catriona Pennell join us to reflect on the ‘First World War in the Classroom’ project. We discuss battlefield tours, time constraints of teachers, & if the centenary changed anything 🗃️

ohwhatalovelypodcast.co.uk/podcast/teac...
Teaching the First World War
How do you teach the FIrst World War? This month we're joined by Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus and Prof Catriona Pennell to reflect on their 'First World War in the Classroom' project that explored t...
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November 1, 2024 at 8:53 AM
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Can you turn the First World War into sketch comedy?

This month we talk to the public historian, podcaster, & author @gregjenner.bsky.social. We discuss his work on the Horrible Histories TV show & the difficulties of being funny about 20thC history. 🗃️

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51 - Public History with Greg Jenner
Can you turn the First World War into sketch comedy? This month we talk to the public historian, podcaster, and author Greg Jenner. Along the way we discuss his work on the Horrible Historie...
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October 1, 2024 at 10:43 AM
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What happens when 3 historians watch a key play about the #FWW? This month we went to see Oh What A Lovely War at the Leeds Playhouse. We discuss the performance, the changing image of Douglas Haig, & wonder whether audiences were supposed to sing along. 🗃️

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Oh What a Lovely War
What happens when three historians watch a key play about the First World War? This month we took a field trip to see Oh What A Lovely War at the Leeds Playhouse. As a result we discuss the ...
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May 2, 2024 at 2:14 PM
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taureanhistorian.bsky.social
I had a great time chatting about my doctoral research with Jessica, Angus, and Chris! Thanks again for having me on the podcast!

Check out the link below! 👇
owalpodcast.bsky.social Oh! What a Lovely Podcast @owalpodcast.bsky.social · Apr 1
What opportunities did the #FWW provide for cultural tourism? This month Allison Bennett talks about her work on war-time cross-cultural sexual encounters. Along the way we discuss #MeToo, & the popularity of the Pyramids & camels as tourist attractions 🗃️

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Egyptian Encounters
What opportunities did the First World War provide for cultural tourism? This month Angus, Jessica and Chris speak to Allison Bennett, winner of the 2023 Gail Braybon Award for her work on w...
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April 2, 2024 at 1:34 PM
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What opportunities did the #FWW provide for cultural tourism? This month Allison Bennett talks about her work on war-time cross-cultural sexual encounters. Along the way we discuss #MeToo, & the popularity of the Pyramids & camels as tourist attractions 🗃️

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Egyptian Encounters
What opportunities did the First World War provide for cultural tourism? This month Angus, Jessica and Chris speak to Allison Bennett, winner of the 2023 Gail Braybon Award for her work on w...
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April 1, 2024 at 3:54 PM
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chance1234.bsky.social
I enjoyed listening to this, reminded me of some of the cartoons I came across for my MA research -- I don't imagine the game features scenes like this however! #OhWhataLovelyWarHospital
February 1, 2024 at 12:15 PM