A "Little" History Podcast

The final episode for Season 1 is upon us and we’re getting loose! To cap the official season off were continuing our epic retelling of Jason and the Argonauts as they quest for the legendary golden fleece. Your host Patrick and his best mate, Nicholas, soldier on through this colossal tale. Jason and his crew have fought off the formidable Birds of Ares on the Island of Ares, and now face some sh...

Jason and his comrades have made it into the Black Sea! What mysteries await our heroes on this part of their quest? Join your host, Patrick, as he and his guest, Nicholas Lee-Murphy, as they ride along on the Argo's journey. We have a random god and ghost sighting, a freak boar attack, a stealth mission through the territory of the Amazons, and a crazy bird attack! All that and more in this insta...

After a couple of episodes, we jump back into the epic telling of the tale of Jason and the Argonauts. Jason and his comrades have had a bit of false start to their quest to find the legendary Golden Fleece but still have their eyes on the prize. We have ridiculous abandonments, a boxing match to the death, a battle against some stinky harpies, and a blind prophet who just cannot stop prophesizing...

We reach our climax in the remarkable story of Shuten Doji. The demon lord who blacks out every time he drinks has our heroes in is inner sanctum for a bit of a party. However, Raiko and his crew still have a mission and now is the time to show that the emperor rightly put his faith in them to rescue the unnamed women abducted by Shuten Doji and his demon buddies.    We have cannibalism, divine as...

This episode takes us to the culturally rich waters of Japan! Join Patrick and Matthew as they discuss the tale of Shuten Doji. The quest of a group of legendary heroes who attempt to vanquish a demon who is always shitfaced and causing trouble. We have abducted young women, three eccentric old men, a poor negotiator, and some special sake. Join us for the first installment of the story of Shuten...

Our story continues...The quest for the legendary Golden Fleece. Jason and his crew are assembled and are ready to set sail for adventure. But how will their journey go? Join Patrick and Nicholas as they continue their retelling of the Greek epic. We’ll find some heroes at odds with one another, the world's greatest muso, some women in a stinky situation, and a ridiculous case of mistaken identity...

Something different for the "A Little History Podcast" team! We're watching a movie! Not being able to hang out in person, the boys thought they'd watch a movie. Join us as Patrick and the two Matthews (Little & Jenkins) crack open a few beers and watch the 2010 blockbuster "Clash of the Titans" starring Aussie, Sam Worthington.  Dust off your copies, sync it up, and grab a cold one for a good old...

Patrick takes time to sit down, have a beer and talk about "A Little History Podcast" and what gets him excited about history. He discusses how the podcast began, where it is headed, and even some insight into what makes "A Little History Podcast" such a unique and strange show. Questions asked by Patrick's lovely wife, Gretta.

One of the more famous of tales from the mythology of Ancient Greece. The tale of Jason and his search for the legendary golden fleece. Join Patrick and returning guest Nick for this wacky discussion of this Greek epic. We have a naughty uncle, a one sandal prophecy, a vengeful goddess, and a wise centaur. All that (as well as more heroes than you can poke a stick at) and more in part one of the J...

Gets nice and cosy as Patrick continues his solo retelling of the Germanic epic, The Nibelungenlied. Fresh off the victory against the combined armies of Saxons and Danes, its time for a part in Burgundy. But our hero Siegfried is distraught by the love he bares for lady he’s never communicated with. Perhaps this victory celebration will be the setting for the long-awaited meeting of Kriemhild and...

We're heading back to Greece for a tale of the rise of one of her favorite sons, Theseus. The strapping half-man half-god who will eventually become the hero of Athens. But what's a hero without their origin story? Join Patrick and first-time guest Matt (different Matt) as they discuss the parentage, upbringing, and the quest which a young Theseus undertakes in order to do 'hero stuff.' There's a...

This episode we head to new territory for this podcast…The Land of Egypt. Patrick is joined, once again by his sister Andrea, as they discuss the fascinating and confront tale of Egyptian kingship. This story has everything from regicide, a god with a gambling problem, shapeshifting, jizz hoodwinking, and a struggle for the survival of the sun. This is the story of contest between Horus and Seth....

We found the end! The finale of this tale is here! The battle has begun beneath the walls of Lanka. The best friend-brothers, Rama and Lakshman, have been given a scare by some snake arrows but remain to oppose Ravana and his demon army. The monkey peeps and the bears are still in the mix as well as Ravana's demon family Kumbakarna and Indrajit. Even Geena Davis still stands to make her push to gr...

We're nearing the end of this epic tale! Rama, Lakshman, and the army of monkey peeps and bears have arrive at the shores of the great ocean. Hanuman has made it into Lanka and searches for signs of Sita, reportedly held here by the terrible Ravana (and nearing the end of her rope). Join Patrick and Matthew as they continue this epic retelling of The Ramayana. Shit is about to go down!   This epis...

The story continues. Rama and Lakshman search desperately for the lovely Sita. Ravana has taken her to his island kingdom of Lanka and puts on the charm in the attempt to woo her into marrying him. How will our heroes rescue her? There's a  monkey magician, an ogre who was once a beautiful man, some sassy demons, and a whole lot more! Join Patrick and Matthew for the next installment of The Ramaya...

Pat's solo retelling of The Nibelungenlied continues! Siegfried has arrived at the kingdom of Burgundy seeking the hand of Kriemhild, the woman he loves though has never met. Gunther, the king of Burgundy and brother of Kriemhild, is ready to receive this famous traveler at the gates. What could go wrong? Join Patrick for some strange declarations, secret love, a and a great in the defense of a ki...

The big bad of this story is here! Ravana is on the scene and has a plan for the lovely Sita. Ravana's demoness sister, Shurpanakha, still has some vengeance in her heart that she wants to dispense on our heroes. We've got magic circles, a shifty wise man, and a divine plan at work. Join Patrick and Matthew as they continue their retelling of the Ramayana.      This episode is brought to you by Be...

Ram has been sent into exile for fourteen years! Bit rough for the perfect kid who's part god but luckily he's accompanied by his eternal wife, Sita, and favorite brother, Lakshman. What will the open road have for our intrepid trio? Surely not an offer of marriage by a demoness! Find out as Patrick and Matthew delve deeper into the epic story of The Ramayana.   This episode is brought to you by B...

Its saga time again! Patrick enlists the help of Matthew for the retelling of the Hindu classic, the Ramayana. In this first part we cover Dasharat’s problem with fathering some heirs and the intrigue within his court. They’ll discuss the eventual children of Dasharat and Rama’s search to find his match made in heaven, the wondrous Sita. Also there’s demons, third wheels and a whole lot of buffoon...

Join us as Patrick and Kasey discuss the Russian and Slavic story of the The Frog Princess. Ivan is back and partaking in some pretty strange methods to get a bride. There's a crazy king, an uncontrollable shirt, a super-helpful Baba Yaga, and Koshchei glitching out in the corner.   This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try with BetterHelp. Visit Betterhelp.com/LHP an...

Baba's Back! This week Patrick recalls the tale of the Baba Yaga to his elder sister, Andrea. One of the famous Slavic folktales concerning the witch who lives in the house which has chicken legs. You'll hear about a family who are just shithouse, the 'good gran ham', a birch tree who was destined for greater things, and much more!   This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therap...

Enkidu is dead! Gilgamesh is distraught and in search of immortality. He will encounter scorpion beings, loaves of bread, and a pesky snake on his quest to find Utnapishtim and learn the secrets to eternal life  Join Patrick and Matt as they conclude the Epic of Gilgamesh.   This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try with BetterHelp. Visit Betterhelp.com/LHP and receiv...

The retelling of the Epic of Gilgamesh continues! Enkidu has been tamed by Shamhat the Harlot and now believes he has what it takes to take on this King Gilgamesh in the city of Uruk. Join Patrick and Matthew as they discuss the coming showdown. But that's not all! There's also Humbaba waiting in the wings, and a very Scorned goddess with some wrath up her sleeve.   This episode is brought to you...

Patrick and Matthew embark of the retelling of the Sumerian epic, The Epic of Gilgamesh. We are introduced to Gilgamesh, king of the city of Uruk, and also one part man, two parts god. He's a bit of a dick to his subjects and after a while, the citizens of Uruk pray to the gods for something to challenge the mighty Gilgamesh. The gods sent Enkidu...   This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp....