A leaf out of the History books

Sometimes friendships are difficult. Between countries, it’s no different! Let’s discuss the relationship between Portugal and Britain and how just some events from the 12th, 14th, 17th, and 19th century have kept these two countries friendship alive. Want to hear it in Portuguese? Stay tuned…this episode is coming soon! Enjoy :)

Hey Guys! There is a *TRIGGER WARNING* for this episode- poor treatment of neurodivergent people, discussions of mental health issues and pseudocyesis. So, look after yourself! I dipped my toe into Korean history with King Gyeonjong of Joseon (조선 경종) and visit Germany and Scotland with various stories. Hope you enjoy!

Hi Guys This is an episode I have been working on for well over a month. I am so happy I have got it done in time for Hanukkah!  So, this is history in Judaism from ancient times right up until post-WW2. There are some dark, sombre topics, but I really hope you can enjoy it and get the point as to why I am doing this episode at this time.  TIK TOK ANNOUNCEMENT- I now have Tik Tok where I will do v...

Margaret Beaufort’s journey through the Wars of the Roses was paved with skills, marriage and tragedy. Join me in the mini episode all about a Mother turned Kingmaker.

Helloooo  It has been a while. I have done this episode on the birthday of Coccinelle (she would have been 91!) so happy birthday to her! Thank you to my contributors, Jamie and Scott.  I do want to warn that this episode is graphic in parts so viewer discretion is advised!  Enjoyyyyy p.s Patreon- (https://www.patreon.com/aloothb) is up and running and I have instagram- @aloothb&nbs...

Welcome to the penultimate episode! I know, so sad.  This will be part one of two to do with war, with this episode being World War One.  We'll explore the family involved, how Indians were involved in the war and the effect of the Spanish Flu.  Hope you enjoy!  Instagram-aleafoutofthehistorybooks

Explore Ancient History, Columbus' America, The Caribbean, Australia and Africa when colonisation was ripe.  This episode looks into Columbus, Penal colonies, Saint Domingue and the Mau Mau uprising.  Hope you enjoy this second episode! It's later than planned but I am aiming at monthly episodes! 

First Episode!! Welcome!  I hope you enjoy this attempt at summarising the slave trade as part of my focus on black history. *Trigger warning*  This episode touches on subjects of sexual abuse, mental health and mistreatment of humans.  Hope you enjoy