History Profiles

Dive deep into the haunting folklore of La Llorona. Who was she? Explore the tragic story and the mystery surrounding her past. #LaLlorona #folklore #legend #hauntingtales #mythology #tragicstory #mystery #history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover the dark and tumultuous history of some of the most infamous popes. Join us as we delve into the lives and legacies of these controversial religious figures. #InsanePopes #EvilPopes #HistoricalPopes #ControversialPopes #ReligiousHistory #PapalHistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journey back to 10th century Rome where the Catholic Church was led by Pope John XII, one of the youngest and most infamous Popes in history. Accused of robbery, murder, and incest, his nine-year tenure as Pope was marked by actions far removed from Godliness. Discover the scandalous life of a man deemed unworthy of the pontifical throne, often labeled as the wickedest of Popes. #PopeJohnXII #depr...

Join us as we journey to 17th century southern Mexico and Guatemala to explore the fascinating and intricate rituals of human sacrifice in Mayan culture. Discover how the Mayans viewed blood as nourishment for their deities and the significance behind their ultimate offerings to the Gods. #MayanHumanSacrifice #MayanCulture #17thCentury #SpanishConquistadors #MayanDeities #AncientRituals #HumanSacr...

Explore the intriguing life of Pharaoh Akhenaten, who over 3000 years ago, initiated a revolution by dismantling centuries of traditional ancient Egyptian religion. Discover how his radical changes led to extreme hostility and attempts to erase his legacy. #Akhenaten #AncientEgypt #Pharaoh #EgyptianReligion #History #AncientCivilizations #Revolution #Monotheism Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as he dives into the tales of three brave warriors who made legendary last stands. Learn about their courage and the powerful stories of facing insurmountable odds. #history #laststands #warriors #heroic #legends #warfare #bravery #famousbattles #HistoryProfiles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of History Profiles, host Ollie takes you on a journey to 17th century Japan to uncover the incredible story of William Adams. As the first Englishman to reach Japan, Adams navigated a perilous expedition where many of his friends did not survive. What awaited him in Japan was beyond his wildest dreams; he became a revered samurai known as Miura Anjin. Tune in to hear the fascinati...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we journey back to Bronze Age Israel, circa 1000 BCE. Uncover the powerful narrative of war, sorcery, and the revival of the dead, centering on the Witch of Endor and King Saul. Dive into the historical account of King Saul's decline and his fateful encounter with the renowned medium and necromancer. This is a compelling tale according to religious texts, spotli...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we explore the dark tale of Tomás de Torquemada, a fanatic who played a key role in the deadly Spanish Inquisition. Travel back to 15th century Spain, where accusations of heresy led to thousands of executions. Discover the chilling methods used to enforce Catholic orthodoxy and the terrifying legacy of Torquemada. #TomásdeTorquemada #SpanishInquisition #15thcen...

Welcome to the History Profiles podcast. In this episode, join us as we journey to 14th century France to explore the remarkable story of Sir Jean de Carrouges. Discover how the final trial by combat in France took place amidst the backdrop of the Hundred Year’s War, a period marked by betrayal, strife, and bloodlust. Learn about the life of a warrior who would become a legend through his many bat...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we explore the life and tragic end of Bridget Bishop, a key figure in the Salem witch trials of 17th Century America. Accused of witchcraft and conspiracy with the devil, Bridget’s story reveals the hysteria and injustice of this dark period in history. Discover how her fate was sealed in one of the most infamous chapters of colonial Massachusetts. #BridgetBisho...

Journey back to 5th Century China and explore the legendary tale of Mulan, an extraordinary woman who defied norms and took her father's place in the army to protect the Northern Wei dynasty from the Nomadic hordes of the Rouran. Discover her bravery, honor, and the rich historical context of her story. #Mulan #5thCenturyChina #NorthernWeidynasty #Nomadichordes #Rouran #Chinesehistory #bravery #ho...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we delve into the legendary and somber life of the demigod Hercules. From mythical beginnings in a world of great beasts to his heroic deeds and darker moments, this episode explores the duality of one of ancient Greece's most iconic figures. Discover the triumphs and tribulations that immortalized Hercules in history and myth. #Hercules #Heracles #AncientGreece...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we delve into the epic tale of Bjorn Ironside, the legendary Viking warrior and king. Explore 9th century Scandinavia and uncover the origins and exploits of this formidable historical figure. #Vikingwarrior #BjornIronside #9thcenturyScandinavia #HistoryProfiles #legendaryVikingking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we journey into 9th Century Britain and Scandinavia to explore the life of the legendary Viking warrior and King, Ivar the Boneless. Discover the tales of ambition, swordsmanship, and strategic mastery that defined the Viking age. Learn how Ivar, a veteran of countless battles, rose to legendary status through his cunning and fierce leadership. This episode delv...

Dive into the mysteries and history surrounding Jacques de Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar. Explore the intriguing events and secrets of his life and death. #JacquesdeMolay #KnightsTemplar #Templarmysteries #history #medievalhistory #grandmasterofthetemplars #templarsecrets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journey to 9th Century Rome to uncover the enigmatic and tumultuous life of Pope Stephen VI, a pope notorious for putting a corpse on trial. Unveil the schemers, killers, and dark secrets lurking in the holiest corridors of power. #PopeStephenVI #9thCenturyRome #medievalhistory #corpsetrial #papalhistory #strangehistoricalevents #unusualtrials #churchhistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as we journey back to the mythical age of 3000 BC, exploring the fascinating reign of King Scorpion II. Discover how Egypt was ruled by this legendary figure, known to many as the Scorpion King, in an era where kingdoms rose and fell. Dive into the fragments of history that reveal how some kingdoms prospered and flourished despite the turmoil. #ScorpionKing #KingSc...

Dive into the shadowy world of 15th and 16th Century Rome, a time of betrayal and intrigue. Discover the chilling story of Micheletto Corella, the ruthless assassin who served the Catholic Church. Learn about the turbulent era where power corrupted even the most pious men. #MichelettoCorella #CatholicChurch #RenaissanceRome #assassins #15thcentury #16thcentury #historicalintrigue #Borgias #Vatican...

Join us as we travel back to 15th century Rome to explore the dark affairs of the powerful church members. This episode focuses on the infamous Cesare Borgia, the pope's son. We delve into his early life and the twisted paths he took. #CesareBorgia #15thcenturyRome #churchhistory #incestuouskiller #Borgiafamily #darkhistory #CatholicChurchscandals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

Join us as we delve into the life of Yasuke, the mysterious and legendary samurai warrior. Discover the grief, strife, and betrayal that marked his journey. #Yasuke #BlackSamurai #samuraiwarrior #tragicstory #Japanesehistory #historicalfigures #grief #strife #betrayal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journey back to 19th century Edinburgh, a time when the study of anatomy was crucial for medical advancements. Discover the chilling story of Burke and Hare, notorious body snatchers who supplied corpses for surgical practice during an era when the Judgement of Death Act of 1823 drastically reduced the number of executions, leading to a shortage of cadavers. #BurkeandHare #bodysnatchers #19thcentu...

In this episode, we explore the life of Anula of Anuradhapura, the first Sri Lankan queen known for her power and influence. She was a ruler driven by passion and lust, ultimately becoming a notorious cold-blooded killer. #AnulaofAnuradhapura #SriLankanhistory #EvilQueen #Historicalfigures #Ancientkingdoms #Womenrulers #Killerqueen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Explore the eerie story of King Frederick William I of Prussia, famously known as the Soldier King. Delve into his peculiar obsession with creating super soldiers of immense size and strength, his deceptive methods, and the dark history behind his breeding program. #FrederickWilliamI #SoldierKing #supersoldiers #Prussianhistory #militaryobsession #breedingprogram #historicalbiography #deception #c...

Join Ollie from History Profiles as he delves into the tragic tale of Charles II, the King of Spain. Known as 'Charles the Bewitched,' his story is marked by the severe consequences of inbreeding in royal bloodlines. Discover how this impacted his reign, physical health, and mental well-being. #CharlesIIofSpain #royalinbreeding #history #CharlestheBewitched #Spanishmonarchy #KingCharlesII #genetic...