Guardian Highlights New Podcasts: History’s Greatest Fails, Kid Cudi’s Big Bro, and More
The Guardian’s weekly podcast roundup features several new and notable series across various genres. Leading the list is 'History’s Greatest Fails,' a new historical comedy series hosted by Elizabeth Day and historian Dan Jones. The duo, former Cambridge classmates, analyze historical blunders, starting with a reevaluation of Richard III and upcoming discussions on Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. In the celebrity sphere, rapper Kid Cudi launches 'Big Bro,' debuting with an interview featuring Kylie Jenner, who discusses her family dynamics and acting career. Other highlights include 'Strangely,' where hosts Poppy Damon and Luke Jones explore bizarre news stories like the origin of eunuch-making; 'Passenger Seat,' a true-crime narrative detailing the 2012 kidnapping of Jennifer Hurst in Ohio; and 'Northern News,' a comedic look at northern UK headlines hosted by Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith. These selections illustrate a diverse range of audio content, from irreverent historical analysis and intimate celebrity conversations to unsettling crime documentaries and regional humor, catering to varied listener interests.
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Guardian Highlights New Podcasts: History’s Greatest Fails, Kid Cudi’s Big Bro, and More
The Guardian’s weekly podcast roundup features several new and notable series across various genres. Leading the list is 'History’s Greatest Fails,' a new historical comedy series hosted by Elizabeth Day and historian Dan Jones. The duo, former Cambridge classmates, analyze historical blunders, starting with a reevaluation of Richard III and upcoming discussions on Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. In the celebrity sphere, rapper Kid Cudi launches 'Big Bro,' debuting with an interview featuring Kylie Jenner, who discusses her family dynamics and acting career. Other highlights include 'Strangely,' where hosts Poppy Damon and Luke Jones explore bizarre news stories like the origin of eunuch-making; 'Passenger Seat,' a true-crime narrative detailing the 2012 kidnapping of Jennifer Hurst in Ohio; and 'Northern News,' a comedic look at northern UK headlines hosted by Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith. These selections illustrate a diverse range of audio content, from irreverent historical analysis and intimate celebrity conversations to unsettling crime documentaries and regional humor, catering to varied listener interests.
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