Sagas of She

In this podcast we look at the creation of the SOE and the stories of three of the brave women who risked their lives in its service; Marguerite 'Peggy'  Knight, Cecily Ledfort, and Elizabeth Devereux-Rochester. Find us on social media: Tiktok @ sagasofshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe   Music Credit:   Skeleton Carnival by Shane Ivers -  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.co...

In our final Solving History podcast of 2023 we are looking at the legend of Pope Joan. Who according to mediaeval manuscripts, in 855 tricked the church by pretending to be a man and was made pope only to be discovered as when she gave birth! So, is the story fact or fiction? Listen on to see what we think and then let us know your thoughts either on social media or on the polls below. Find us on...

In this bonus episode we are looking at dangerous and deadly fashion and make-up trends of the past... you may want to avoid these going into the Christmas party season! Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe

Happy (Belated) Halloween! In the last episode of our Victims of the Ripper podcast we look at some possible Ripper victims. Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe Music C...

Happy Halloween! This time we look at the life of Mary Jane Kelly, believed to be the final and most brutal of the Ripper murders. Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe M...

To get us in a Halloween mood, this podcast we look at some of the cases investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren and ask if the paranormal is real or just a way for people to make money. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe Music Credit:  Devious Smiles from the Youtube Audio Library

This time we look at the life of Catherine Eddowes, who was murdered on the same night as Elizabeth Stride in what is known as the double event. Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:...

This time we look at the life of Elizabeth Stride, who was murdered on the same night as Catherine Eddows in what is known as the double event. Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  ...

Happy Halloween ghouls, goblins and ghosts! Here is bonus episode 2 of 5 for this spooky season. In this one Gemma gets to chat all things gory in the death of some female saints. Find us on social media: Tiktok @ sagasofshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe   Music Credit:   Skeleton Carnival by Shane Ivers -  ⁠⁠https://www.silvermansound.com

Hello and happy spooky season. We continue our victims of the Ripper mini-series with Annie Chapman, the second woman to be killed by Jack the Ripper. Due to the nature of the topic, this podcast is not going to be family friendly. We are also giving a trigger warning for alcoholism, prostitution, and murder and mutilation. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Face...

Happy Halloween ghouls, goblins and ghosts! This Halloween do we have a treat for you! This month we have an extra special 5 bonus podcasts on topics all thing spooky! In this one Gemma explores the story of the Bell Witch the tormenting entity of the Bell family. Find us on social media: Tiktok @ sagasofshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe   Music Credit:   Skeleton Carnival by Sh...

Hello and happy spooky season. Between August and November 1888 at least 5 women were murdered by Jack the Ripper, and whilst there are tons of books, podcasts, and documentaries focused on the identity of the killer his victims; Mary Ann Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Catherine Eddows, and Mary Jane Kelly who are known as the canonical five are meer footnotes. However, we think it'...

We're back with another Solving History Podcast and this time we are looking at the murders of Andrew and Abby Borden. Lizzie Borden, Andrew's daughter was tried and acquitted of the crime, but if it wasn't Lizzie then who was it and why? Listen in for the facts of the case and our theories. Find us on social media: Tiktok:  @sagasshe Instagram:  @sagas_of_she Facebook:  @sagasofshe Mu...

Hello and welcome to a tea-break podcast that proves the adage "well behaved women seldom make history" to be true. Winifred Maxwell planned and executed the escape of her husband from the Tower of London days before he was to be executed for treason. So grab a drink and snack and enjoy! Make sure to follow us on our social media too- Instagram - @sagas_of_she Tiktok - @SagasShe Music Cr...

Hello and welcome to the final episode in our myth and folklore mini series. In this episode we are looking at some of the myths and legends that surround piracy! So grab a cuppa (or rum) and hit play! Instagram: @sagas_of_she Facebook: @sagasofshe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Hello and welcome to episode four in our myth and folklore mini series. In this episode we are heading back to Ancient Greece and looking at the myth of the Atalanta. So grab a cuppa and hit play! Instagram: @sagas_of_she Facebook: @sagasofshe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Hello and welcome to episode three in our myth and folklore mini series. In this episode we are looking at the Vestal Virgins. So grab a cuppa and hit play! Instagram: @sagas_of_she Facebook: @sagasofshe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Hello and welcome to episode two in our myth and folklore mini series. In this episode we are looking at the myth of the Wulver! So grab a cuppa and hit play! Instagram: @sagas_of_she Facebook: @sagasofshe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Hello and welcome to myth and folklore mini series.  In episode one we are looking at the belief that not telling the bees important family news can lead to all kinds of calamities!  So grab a cuppa and hit play! Instagram: @sagas_of_she Facebook: @sagasofshe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Love it or hate it,  Playboy  been in the public's view since the 1950s but unfortunately there is a dark side to the Playboy image and several deaths of playboy bunnies and playmates have faded into the background. In the next 3 podcasts we are going to take a look at some of them and much like one of our very first podcasts on the victims of Jack the Ripper, we will bring these names to the...

Love it or hate it,  Playboy  been in the public's view since the 1950s but unfortunately there is a dark side to the Playboy image and several deaths of playboy bunnies and playmates have faded into the background. In the next 3 podcasts we are going to take a look at some of them and much like one of our very first podcasts on the victims of Jack the Ripper, we will bring these names to the...

In this episode we talk about our recent(ish) trip to the City of Norwich Aviation Museum and the tour we took of the Hawker Siddeley Nimrod. There's also our normal level of chaos and mentions of one of Gemma's finest moments... Should you wish to visit the museum then check out their website below. https://www.cnam.org.uk/ Make sure to follow us on our social media too- Instagram - @saga...

Hello There! In this episode we are talking about Lady Godiva and her famous naked ride though Coventry Market place.  Make sure to follow us on our social media too- Instagram - @sagas_of_she Tiktok - @SagasShe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (YouTube Audio Library)

Love it or hate it, Playboy been in the public's view since the 1950s but unfortunately there is a dark side to the Playboy image and several deaths of playboy bunnies and playmates have faded into the background. In the next 3 podcasts we are going to take a look at some of them and much like one of our very first podcasts on the victims of Jack the Ripper, we will bring these names to the fo...

Hello There,    In this episode we talk about our recent visit to Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery.  You can find pictures from our trip on our Instagram - @sagas_of_she And, more about the Castle on their website - Norwich Castle - Norfolk Museums Make sure to follow us on our social media too- Instagram - @sagas_of_she Tiktok - @SagasShe Music Credit - Violin Huasteco - Jimena Contreras (...