The Apple and The Hero

Send a text With a single shot he cleaved an apple in two and carved his place into history and legend! Most people in the Wester World have heard, even if just in passing, the name William Tell. But who was he really? Did he really manage to hit an apple on the head of his son? If you want these, and many more, questions answered, travel with me! We will delve into the history of the Apple Shot,...

Send a text "We either make Italy here, or we die!" With these words Giuseppe Garibaldi transcended history and reached legend! For the Italians he is the man who gave us Italy, but he would have described himself as a cosmopolitan hero fighting for the cause of freedom all over the world. In the first part of this two-parts episode we’re going to travel in South America and alongside Ga...

Send a text In the last episode we saw the beginnings of the story of Giuseppe Garibaldi. Now, in this second and final part we’re going to delve deeply into the explosive history of the 19th century in Europe and see how the charisma of one man - aided by the sacrifices and machinations of many others - have all played a part in unifying Italy for the first time since the Roman Empire!

Send a text Hello fellow travellers, and welcome to The Apple and The Hero! If you are ready to explore a history that sometimes feels more like a comic book, then come with me Doctor Sara Orfali as I take you to meet the heroes, legends and myths on which Europe was founded.  Join me at The Apple and The Hero, streaming from November 16, on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Youtube! Subscribe now and ge...