?A surprisingly comedic history of the world. In BBC’s You’re Dead to Me, British historian and comedian Greg Jenner offers a new perspective on historical tales — one that combines academic depth with comedic wit. The podcast presents history in a manner that proves incredibly engaging. Jenner — who co-wrote and produced popular television series Horrible Histories — knows when to stay serious, and when to integrate humour.

Tales from all over the world. The podcast takes listeners on a journey across the world and through different eras; from ancient civilizations to marginalized figures and events absent from traditional narratives, such as the early days of football and the ancient British queen Boudica — who casually rebelled against the Roman empire. The podcast’s appeal lies in its dual structure — on one hand, Jenner the historian provides the facts, whereas Jenner the comedian comes prepared with the jokes. It’s this playful balance that makes the podcast accessible to wider audiences.

A bite into the history of chocolate. In one particular episode, the podcast dives into the history of chocolate, tracing its origins all the way back to when cocoa was currency, noting its status as a sacred drink amongst the Mayans and Aztecs. The episode then dissects the impact of colonialism on changing its production and consumption patterns, culminating in the emergence of the modern-day chocolate we all know and love. The episode features writer and journalist Alex Hutchinson and British novelist Richard Osman. Alongside Jenner, the trio have their fair share of fun telling the story, yet the episode lacked apt discussion of contemporary issues regarding the ethical concerns in the production of chocolate.

It’s history like you’ve never heard it before. In You’re Dead to Me, traditional storytelling is out the window. The podcast is far from being monotonous, and hits that sweet spot between entertainment and education. If you’re interested in exploring history beyond dry textbooks, this podcast is for you.

WHERE TO LISTEN- You can listen to You’re Dead to Me on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Anghami | Deezer | Amazon Music.

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