Jem Duducu

Condensed Histories

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Condensed Histories bridges the gap between history and popular culture. In each episode of Condensed Histories our host, Jem Duducu, takes an item of popular culture and looks under the surface to find real history hiding inside, with fascinating facts and stories about history spanning all eras, and also about the development of the piece pop-culture itself, appealing to history lover and enthusiasts of movies, games and music alike! From shows on Netflix, Prime or Disney Plus, to the lastest blockbuster films, and even video games, songs, board games and food, Jem shows us how much history...

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Jem Duducu

Episodes

Genocide 22.08.2024 40:40

Jem looks into the heartbreaking topic of genocides. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ghosts 20.08.2024 38:23

Jem looks into the BBC comedy series Ghosts. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does The Dog Die? 13.08.2024 39:43

We can confirm that no dogs die in this episode - although we can't guarantee there will be no triggers as Jem discusses the Does The Dog Die website! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cats! 08.08.2024 39:40

Not just about the musical - Jem looks into the history of feline and human interaction! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dogs! 06.08.2024 38:47

Following hard on the heels of the episode on Cats, Jem brings you an episode all about Dogs! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deadpool & Wolverine 01.08.2024 42:00

Hot off the presses, and with a strong SPOILER ALERT, Jem discusses Deadpool and Wolverine! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare 30.07.2024 42:21

Jem looks into a brand new war film - The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Star Wars and Samurai! 25.07.2024 40:16

It was time for an episode on Star Wars and so, of course, Jem is talking about Samurai! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Analogue World 23.07.2024 39:07

Jem discusses a world before we went digital! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prison Movies 18.07.2024 40:55

Jem looks at movies behind bars. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Memento 16.07.2024 35:23

I'm sorry, I really can't remember what this episode is about... Oh, yes, Memento, and the problems with memory! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Omen 11.07.2024 43:39

Jem looks into The Omen! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friends 09.07.2024 40:03

Jem looks into what is arguably the ultimate sitcom, Friends! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warhammer and Auctions 04.07.2024 39:04

Jem talks about Warhammer, and about the history of Auctions, and the importance of Value! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Titanic - My Heart Will Go On 02.07.2024 39:40

Jem looks at The Heart Will Go On, and the film Titanic! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bible 27.06.2024 41:59

Jem tackles the best selling book of all time - The Bible! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cult Movies: So Bad, They're Good! 25.06.2024 36:44

Jem talks about Cult Movies that are so bad, they're good. Head over to the Condensed Histories Podcast Facebook Group to let us know your favourite examples! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Warriors 20.06.2024 38:47

Jem looks int the history around the film 'The Warriors'! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blaxploitation Movies 18.06.2024 43:32

Jem takes a look into the world of Blaxploitation Movies! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Improving History 13.06.2024 41:30

Jem tackles the world of the docu-drama! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Society of the Snow 11.06.2024 36:39

Jem talks Society of the Snow, and how far you would go to survive? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The News 06.06.2024 42:53

Here is the News - or Jem's look at it through history. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cowboys 04.06.2024 41:00

Jem takes you to the Wild West with this episode about Cowboys! Join the conversation in the Condensed Histories Podcast Facebook Group! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Historical Accuracy In World War Two Films 30.05.2024 35:15

Jem looks at the ways in which historical accuracy in World War Two films has changed over time. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elections 28.05.2024 37:35

As a General Election has just been called in the UK, and a Presidential Election looks in the United States, Jem looks into the history of elections and democracy itself! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.