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This Isn’t WorkingWho's Ignoring The Supreme Court Ruling - And Why? (Ft. Helen Joyce & Inji Duducu)Trans women are not women, said the UK Supreme Court on 16 April – so why have some employers failed to bring their policies and practices in line with the law? Are they ‘captured’, conflicted - or just clueless?
How did we reach a point where the Prime Minister Keir Starmer felt he needed to remind public sector HR professionals of their duty to follow the law (underlining the judges’ confirmation that ‘sex’ in the Equality Act 2010 means biological sex, with or without a Gender Recognition Certificate)?
To answer these questions, we retrace our steps, examining how ‘trans inclusio...2025-07-021h 26
Well That Aged WellEpisode 224: Tamerlane. With Jem DuducuTHIS WEEK! We have returning guest Jem Duducu back once again, and we discuss Temur The Lame. Better known as Tamerlane. From the early years of Tamerlane, to how he would get his injury. And how he would conquer the eurasian steppes, and the sheer brutality Tamerlane excercised. All this, and much more on This weeks episode of "Well That Aged Well", with "Erlend Hedegart". Find Jem Duducu on Social media here:Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky: @JemDuducuHis Podcast Condensed history can be found here:https://open.spotify...2025-03-211h 16
Condensed HistoriesDinosaurs with Megabeast Games!In this exciting episode of Condensed History, host Jem Duducu interviews Steve Foot from MegaBeast Games and Claire Marr, a DPhil student from Oxford University, about their new dinosaur board game called 'MegaBeast' launching on Kickstarter. The conversation highlights the game's scientific foundations, the collaboration between game design and paleontology, and interesting debates on dinosaur behavior and evidence. They also delve into the game's mechanics and inspirations, and answer fascinating questions about dinosaurs' behaviors, feathers, and evolutionary traits. Perfect for board game enthusiasts and dinosaur aficionados alike!00:00 Introduction to Condensed History's Podcast2025-03-2048 minCondensed HistoriesThe Rich History and Surprising Influence of WrestlingIn this episode of Condensed Histories, host Jem Duducu explores the long and fascinating history of wrestling, a sport that dates back thousands of years and has evolved into a major element of modern pop culture. From ancient cave paintings to the extravagant spectacle of WWE, learn how wrestling has shaped and been shaped by various cultures, including Greek, British, and Mexican traditions. Jem also delves into wrestling's unique influence on entertainment, its iconic characters, and its enduring popularity. Plus, discover who might win in a bizarre fight between a wrestler and a panda bear.00:00 Introduction t...2025-03-1340 minCondensed HistoriesUnveiling 'A Gentleman in Moscow': History Behind the AdaptationJoin host Jem Duducu on Condensed Histories as he delves into Amor Towles' novel and its intriguing adaptation 'A Gentleman in Moscow.' Discover the connections to the Russian Revolution, the state of streaming entertainment, and the historical context, all inspired by a request from a listener. Explore the novel's unique premise, its TV adaptation starring Ewan McGregor, and comparisons to Soviet cinema, including the iconic 'Battleship Potemkin.' Learn about historical storytelling, the role of propaganda, and the impact of political shifts in Russia. Perfect for history buffs and fans of contemporary adaptations alike!2025-03-0640 minCondensed HistoriesThe Ongoing Conflict: Ukraine, Russia, and the Changing Face of Modern WarfareIn this episode of Condensed Histories, host Jem Duducu explores the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, providing a comprehensive summary of events since the full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. Jem delves into the complex history dating back to the initial invasion in 2014, examines the current state of frontline warfare, and highlights significant developments such as the use of drone technology, international involvement, and geopolitical implications. This episode offers an in-depth look at the logistical challenges faced by both sides, the evolving tactics, and the potential future of the conflict under the backdrop of the Trump administration's...2025-02-2745 minCondensed HistoriesWarhammer and Culture Wars: Unpacking Pop Culture and Modern SensitivitiesIn this episode of Condensed Histories, Jem DuDucu dives deep into the world of Warhammer to discuss its intersection with contemporary culture wars. Jem addresses the challenges and complications faced by large organizations like Games Workshop, as they navigate sensitive issues of inclusivity and representation in their products. From the backlash against diverse depictions in Warhammer to the controversy over female Custodians, and comparisons with other pop culture phenomena like Disney's The Acolyte, Jem explores the balance between being socially conscious and staying true to entertainment roots. The episode concludes with reflections on the broader cultural shifts and the...2025-02-0636 minCondensed HistoriesColdplay's Viva La Vida and the French RevolutionIn this episode of Condensed Histories, host Jem Duducu delves into Coldplay's 2008 hit 'Viva La Vida' and explores the connections between modern British rock music and historical events, particularly the French Revolution. Discussing Coldplay's rise to fame, the band's unique sound, and the historical themes integrated into their music, Jem not only offers insights into the evolution of the band but also ties it to significant historical revolutions, including insights on the American Revolution, the French Revolution, and more. Join Jem for an insightful exploration of music and history interwoven.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com...2025-01-3034 min
The Culture Whisperer - a podcast for HR, Communications and Business Leaders everywhere!Episode 2 - The Joyful One with Inji Duducu, People Director @ PoundstretcherIn this uplifting conversation, Dawn Smedley interviews Inji Duducu, Group People Director at Poundstretcher. We talk about:
🫶 What it means to be a great place to work
🫶 How relentless communication is key to any transformation
🫶 Why listening and then responding to colleagues is key
🫶 How you can build a career on positivity, enthusiasm and curiosity!
🫶 How as a leader everything you do and say sends a message
🫶 Some sage words of wisdom on how to nip negative whispers in the bud
🫶 How bananas can help with culture change p...2024-10-1652 min
History RagePlunder on the High Seas: A Condensed History of Pirates with Jem DuducuThis week we dive into the thrilling world of piracy with special guest, author and podcaster Jem Duducu on this episode of History Rage. Jem, an expert in history and author of captivating books, provides fascinating insights into the diverse realms of piracy, from the Caribbean to the Barbary Corsairs.Introduction to Pirate Legends:Jem introduces the world of piracy, debunking myths and exploring the historical realities behind pirate legends.The conversation touches on the notorious pirate Anne Bonny and the challenges of researching historical pirates.Anne Bonny's Story:2024-04-0844 min
Writers on FilmJem Duducu talks NapoleonJem Duducu talks Ridley Scott's new film Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Virginia Kirkby. Jem is the host of the Condensed Histories podcast, the author of Hollywood and History and The Napoleonic Wars in a Hundred Facts.Jem’s first love has always been history, ever since he saw the Sutton Hoo helmet as a small boy. He now works as a freelance trainer which has allowed him to hone his presentation and communications skills and has been posting articles about history online since 2012. He has been writing history books for Amberley Publishing since 2013. His style ha...2023-11-291h 14Well That Aged WellEpisode 153: Jem Duducu Returns: The Creation Of TürkiyeIn this extra episode with returning guest "Jem Duducu", (author of "The Sultans"). We take a look at how modern Turkey were created as we know it tooday. From the reign of the last autocratic Ottoman Sultan AbdhulAmhit II to the Turkish War Of Independence, and WWI. We gave you an insight to how the modern state of Turkey were born. And how it changed from the Ottoman Empire to the Republic Of Turkey, in this extra episode on "Well That Aged Well".Find Jem Duducu on Turkey here: @JemDuducuSupport this show http...2023-10-291h 18
Writers on FilmJem Duducu talks Hollywood and HistoryJem Duducu talks Hollywood v History. Buy his new book here. And listen to his podcast here.Here's the blurb of his book:There is no shortage of Hollywood films about historical events, but what do the movies actually get right, and why do they get so much wrong?Hollywood loves a story: good guys versus bad guys, heroes winning the day, and the guy gets the girl. But we all know real life isn’t exactly like that, and this is even more true when we lo...2023-09-131h 28
Listen, Learn, and Be Captivated by Free AudiobookSilent Crossroads Audiobook by Jem DuducuListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 650795
Title: Silent Crossroads
Author: Jem Duducu
Narrator: Greg Chapman
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11:44:54
Language: English
Release date: 11-23-22
Publisher: Findaway Voices
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction
Summary:
Silent Crossroads explores the terrible events of the first half of the twentieth century through the lens of one family, shattered by war but united in love. This is the story of the only man to have fought on both sides in both world wars. Harry Woods is a seventeen-year-old Tommy thrown into the maelstrom of WW I. As the reader...2022-11-2311h 44History RageS4 E05 - Jem Duducu on the CrusadesThis week we welcome Historian, Author and host of the Condensed Histories Podcast Jem Duducu who joins Paul and Kyle to rant that we just don't treat the Crusades with enough attention to detail.He talks to Paul and Kyle about how the last Crusade was as late as the 1930s, how some Crusades were Christian against Christian and how some even had Christians and Muslims fighting on the same side.In short, the Crusades are a lot more than just heading off to the Middle east to kick in some Muslims.If y...2022-10-3144 minWell That Aged WellEpisode 97: The Ottoman Sultans. Part 2. With Jem DuducuIn the 2nd and Final part of Our mini series on The Ottoman Empire we takea look at their golden age from the siege of Constantinople until The Fall Of The Ottomans. What was the Golden Age like during The Ottomans. When did they become "The Sick Man Of Europe?" Find Jem Duducu on Twitter here:@JemDuducuSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/well-that-aged-well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-131h 30
The Daly Medieval PodcastInterview with Author and Popular Historian Jem Duducu | Ep 1Welcome to my new mini-series where I interview fascinating professionals from the world of History. Kicking off this series is Jem Duducu, author of 'The Sultans: The Rise and Fall of the Ottoman Rulers and Their World' and 'Forgotten History'. In this episode, we discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of publishing and writing history books. Enjoy!
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Condensed HistoriesRamboThis week, Jem is talking about Rambo - and how it relates to the current situation in Afganistan.Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net. You can support the...2021-08-2437 minCondensed HistoriesHomeworldThis week, Jem looks at the video game 'Homeworld'!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net. You can watch his series 'The Last Airship' on YouTube at https://youtu.be/oA59KTF9...2021-08-1734 minCondensed HistoriesDungeons and DragonsThis week Jem talks about Dungeons and Dragons, hysteria and witch hunts!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net. You can watch his series 'The Last Airship' on YouTube at https://youtu...2021-08-1042 minCondensed HistoriesWild Wild WestOn this weeks episode Jem looks into Wild Wild West, Will Smith, and Steampunk!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net. You can watch his series 'The Last Airship' on YouTube at...2021-08-0338 minCondensed HistoriesThe OlympicsWith the Olympics now upon us, Jem takes a look into the history of the games!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net.You can support the podcast by...2021-07-2739 minCondensed HistoriesThe Vietnam WarJem turns the podcast on its head this week, as he takes the subject of the Vietnam War, and looks at how it has influences a huge amount of films.Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit...2021-07-2039 minCondensed HistoriesRick and MortyThis week, Jem takes a look at the history hidden inside the animated series Rick and Morty!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net.You can support the podcast...2021-07-1341 minCondensed HistoriesLokiJem visits the third of the Marvel Cinematic Universe series to come to DisneyPlus - Loki. Which of course means he will be talking about Norse Mythology - but also about a case which the FBI kept open for more than 40 years!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician...2021-07-0637 minCondensed HistoriesPirates Of The CaribbeanThis week Jem looks at the Pirates Of The Caribbean - which of course means he will be looking at pirates, but that might not mean exactly what you first think of!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing...2021-06-2939 minCondensed HistoriesEuro 2020Inspired by the Euro 2020 football competition, Jem looks to find the history hidden in and around football!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net.You can support the podcast...2021-06-2238 minCondensed HistoriesCancelling Shakespeare?With a slightly different style of podcast this week, Jem takes a serious look at a controversial topic...Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net.You can support the...2021-06-1538 minCondensed HistoriesWarhammer - The Gods Of Chaos!With another 'Warhammer' based episode, Jem is back to discuss some of the real history hidden behind the Gods Of Chaos!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net.You...2021-06-0836 minCondensed HistoriesThe History Behind... Nursery RhymesThis week Jem looks into the history lurking behind some nursery rhymes, and may give you pause for thought about singing some of them to your children...Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www...2021-06-0137 minCondensed HistoriesArmy Of The DeadZombie movies are the subject of this week's podcast, and in particular Zak Snyder's Army of the Dead!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also find out about Greg, our magician behind the scenes (because every podcast has a magician doing the edit, right?!) at www.gregchapman.net.You can support the...2021-05-2534 minCondensed HistoriesOverwatchIn this week's episode Jem talks about the video game Overwatch!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.You can support the podcast by getting a copy of Jem's new book, 'Edge of Life', at https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edge-Life-Jem-Duducu...2021-05-1835 minCondensed HistoriesCommandoThis episode, Jem looks into the history in and around the film Commando starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.You can support the podcast by getting a copy of Jem's new book, 'Edge of Life', at https...2021-05-1135 minCondensed HistoriesScooby Doo Where Are You?Jem ahs chosen a wonderful topic for this week's podcast, as he looks at the history hidden inside the Hanna Barbera cartoon series Scooby Doo!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.You can support the podcast by getting a copy...2021-05-0436 minCondensed HistoriesWarhammer's CrusadesJem revisits the world of Warhammer, and uses it as a jumping off point to take a whistle stop tour through the crusades!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.You can support the podcast by getting a copy of Jem's...2021-04-2735 minCondensed HistoriesCaptain America, Falcon and The Winter SoldierJem talks about Captain America, the new The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series, and propaganda throughout history!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.You can support the podcast by getting a copy of Jem's new book, 'Edge of Life...2021-04-2036 minCondensed HistoriesStand and DeliverWhen Jem can get thirty minutes of history out of a three minute song, he is a happy man! So here, with Adam and the Ants' 'Stand And Deliver' he gets to look at history spanning from highwaymen, to execution and so much more!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man...2021-04-1332 minCondensed HistoriesThe ExpanseJem looks into the history in and around the television series The Expanse - which takes him from the American Revolution to Edward Snowdon, with many stops in between!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.You can support the podcast...2021-04-0634 minCondensed HistoriesWatchmenIn this week's episode Jem looks into the history hiding in the various iterations of Watchmen - from the comic by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons, through the Zak Snyder movie and on to the TV series!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity.2021-03-3033 minCondensed HistoriesDynasty WarriorsJem talks about the video game 'Dynasty Warriors' as well as two other video games, 'Blade Storm' and 'Valkyria Chronicles' - which of course means he'll be talking about World War Two, Chinese History, trusting sources, Ghengis Kahn and the American Civil War!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind...2021-03-2335 minCondensed HistoriesBig Trouble in Little ChinaThis week Jem is looking at the 1986 Kurt Russel movie 'Big Trouble in Little China'! So of course he'll be looking at history including immigration, a Nepalese knife, the Chinese Mafia and cultural appropriation!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes to make more of!You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, on Twitter at @gregandfelicity....2021-03-1633 minCondensed HistoriesWarhammer 40kWarhammer 40k is the theme of this podcast, as Jem looks into the history hidden inside Warhammer 40k, the tabletop game from Games Workshop.This of course means that he has to talk about the history of the D-Day landings in World War Two, Hitler, Stalin, Heresy and (you won't expect this) the Spanish Inquisition!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems and let him know which of the podcasts you are enjoying the most - this helps us to know which of the episodes...2021-03-0934 minCondensed HistoriesWandaVisionThe lastest edition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the MCU, is WandaVision - a new TV series streaming on Disney Plus centered around the Marvel characters Wanda Maximoff (Scarlet Witch) and Vision. As with most popular culture, there is a lot of history hidden behind the series - from a form of comedy taking us back to Ancient Greece to the history of televisions themselves! Plus Jem’s enthusiasm for the incredible interwoven storytelling of the MCU that underlies WandaVision.Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at Hi...2021-03-0235 minCondensed HistoriesLove ActuallyThis week, Jem sets his targets on 'Love Actually', and in a rare treat for the podcast he has chosen as his subject a film that he doesn't actually like - despite generally liking Richard Curtis’s films! We've all heard Jem heap praise onto those things he enjoys, but how will he cope when faced with looking for the history hidden inside a film which he doesn't rate so highly? Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems. You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, at...2021-02-2335 minCondensed HistoriesFood!Jem takes pop-culture to the limit, and explores the history behind some of the food we eat!You can support the podcast by getting a copy of Jem's new book, 'Edge of Life', at https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edge-Life-Jem-Duducu/dp/B08TMTZJBY.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-1635 minCondensed HistoriesThe DigJem looks into the history behind the new Netflix film 'The Dig', all about the Sutton Hoo Burial... Wait... Not burial, apparently...You can support the podcast by getting a copy of Jem's new book, 'Edge of Life', at https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edge-Life-Jem-Duducu/dp/B08TMTZJBY.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-0934 minCondensed HistoriesEdge of LifeIn this episode, Jem discussed the history surrounding his new book - Edge of Life - which tells the stories of both 2020 and the Spanish Flu of 1918!Be sure to pick up your copy of the book at https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edge-Life-Jem-Duducu/dp/B08TMTZJBY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FYT67YPJNACA&dchild=1&keywords=jem+duducu&qid=1612197950&sprefix=jem+dudu%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-1Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/condensed-histories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-0232 minCondensed HistoriesRocky!Jem looks at the history hidden in and around the Rocky franchise... and tells you which of the Rocky movies to avoid!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems. You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, at @gregandfelicity.If you enjoy what Jem does, please have a look at his range of history books and historical novels on Amazon. This week I (Greg) am going to recommend you have a look at 'Deus Valt - A Concise History Of The Crusades'.2020-10-1331 minCondensed HistoriesThe Good Place!The Good Place is a Netflix comedy about the afterlife... but is it about a lot more than that? Jem once again digs down into the historical ideas behind an element of popular culture!Keep in touch with Jem on twitter at @JemDuducu and on Facebook at History Gems. You can also contact Greg, the man behind the scenes, at @gregandfelicity.If you enjoy what Jem does, please have a look at his range of history books and historical novels on Amazon. This week I (Greg) am going to recommend you have a...2020-10-0630 minCondensed HistoriesMonopoly!This week Jem takes a subject which may bring joy to your heart, or, if you are anything like me, brings a sense of impending doom - as when I hear the word I foresee a lovely Christmas afternoon descending into squabbling and animosity - Monopoly!What seems like a relatively simple board game takes us on a journey through the history of economics, right back to prehistoric times!Please let us know what your favourite parts of these podcasts are - get in tough on twitter at @JemDucucu or @GregandFelicity, or visit...2020-09-2932 minCondensed HistoriesThe Lord of the RingsIn the first of our new format episodes, Jem takes a look at history through the lens of 'The Lord of the Rings', taking a look at some of the history of the writing and inspiration behind the book, and even how Nordic Runes took on a whole new meaning in the world of Middle Earth.Let us know what you think of the episode - and the new format - on Twitter at @JemDuducu for Jem, and @GregandFelicity for Greg.You can help support the show by buying a copy of one...2020-09-2235 minCondensed HistoriesCondensed Histories Returns!Condensed Histories returns - and we have big news on the future of the podcast!The great news is that the podcast is returning to its weekly format - and the even better news is that we have new ways and a new focus to help us grow the podcast even bigger!As mentioned on the podcast, you can currently support Greg at www.ko-fi.com/greg, and watch the latest video produced for his '(Almost) Live' show at https://youtu.be/7LQxrhX6G70You can also support Jem...2020-09-1530 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#49 - Avengers: Endgame (2019) & Contagion (2011)Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History Gems Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/History-Gems-405343956153479/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Go ad free AND get early access to full episodes, support us on Patreon: patreon.com/NEONpodcast2020-03-2700 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#48 - Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991)Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History Gems Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/History-Gems-405343956153479/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Go ad free AND get early access to full episodes, support us on Patreon: patreon.com/NEONpodcast2019-12-1500 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#47 - Saving Private RyanWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History Gems Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/History-Gems-405343956153479/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NEON Patreon SupportersCurly HooliganDavid RobertsonGreg...2019-09-0200 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#46 - NEON at the Movies: 300 with Tom HollandWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuSpecial Guest: Tom HollandProducer: Dan MorelleTom Holland is a writer and popular historian who has published best-selling books on topics including classical and medieval history and the origins of Islam.Subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History...2019-06-1400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#45 - Castlevania: How a video game was inspired by 15th century Ottoman historyWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: Kinuyo Yamashita and Satoe Terashima - Battle of the Holy Subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History Gems Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/History-Gems-405343956153479/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NEON Patreon Supporters2019-06-0800 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#17 - Love Island: A genius show that combines our need for a companion with a much darker side of humanityThis episode originally aired in 2018.How can an unscripted reality show, largely filled with vacuous individuals teach us history? For this one NEON goes way back and talks about the biological reason for finding a mate as opposed to the way strawberries or starfish can do it on their own. Finding a mate defines most of the natural world and a lot of human history too and Love Island shows us this. Add to that the dark under belly of human emotion enjoying mocking those less fortunate and you find out a lot about...2019-06-0200 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#44 - Braveheart: Is it history or is it legend? (Part 2)Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: The Herbaliser - The Sensual WomanSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History Gems Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/History-Gems-405343956153479/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NEON Patreon Supporters...2019-05-2400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#43 - Braveheart: Is it history or is it legend? (Part 1)COMPETITION TIME: Win a pair of Apple AirPods. Enter now: neonpodcast.com/winWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: The Herbaliser - The Sensual WomanSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/NEONpodcast NEON Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NEON-Podcast-617697421894792/History Gems Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/History-Gems-405343956153479/2019-05-2200 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#42 - Devil's Advocate & Lucifer: What are the origins of evil? Is there an underlying meaning to the names we give to it? (Part 2)The TV show Lucifer is back on Netflix. One of the few hit movies Keanu Reeves has done that doesn’t involve gunplay is the devils advocate. So it’s the perfect time to talk about the devil. In this episode of Neon we take these 2 pop culture views of satan and explore this most ancient of evils. It takes us to areas that will genuinely surprise.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: The Rolling Stones - Sympathy For The DevilSubs...2019-05-1900 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#41 - Devil's Advocate & Lucifer: What are the origins of evil? Is there an underlying meaning to the names we give to it? (Part 1)The TV show Lucifer is back on Netflix. One of the few hit movies Keanu Reeves has done that doesn’t involve gunplay is the devils advocate. So it’s the perfect time to talk about the devil. In this episode of Neon we take these 2 pop culture views of satan and explore this most ancient of evils. It takes us to areas that will genuinely surprise.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: Jidenna - Long Live The ChiefSubscribe to the...2019-05-1700 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#40 - American Gods: Ancient Slavic Curses, Hinduism, and Vikings (Part 2)American gods is a supernatural drama set in contemporary America, and yet its characters date back thousands of years from across the globe. Allow Neon to take you on a journey from the dark forests of central Europe to the Savannah grasslands of Africa.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: Brian Reitzell - Main Title ThemeSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com...2019-05-1500 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#39 - American Gods: Ancient Slavic Curses, Hinduism, and Vikings (Part 1)American gods is a supernatural drama set in contemporary America, and yet its characters date back thousands of years from across the globe. Allow Neon to take you on a journey from the dark forests of central Europe to the Savannah grasslands of Africa.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: Romare - Work SongSubscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Instagram: https://instagram.com/NEONpodcast2019-05-1300 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#38 - Game of Thrones: Examples From History That Jon Snow Could Learn From (Part 2)With the army of the dead baring down on Winterfell Jon Snow finds it’s hard to get the houses to fight for a common goal. Realistic? Yes, there have been many occasions in history where factions squabble as the real danger is on the horizon. This episode of Neon looks at real examples of the challenges Jon Snow faces.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter...2019-05-1000 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#37 - Game of Thrones: Examples From History That Jon Snow Could Learn From (Part 1)With the army of the dead baring down on Winterfell Jon Snow finds it’s hard to get the houses to fight for a common goal. Realistic? Yes, there have been many occasions in history where factions squabble as the real danger is on the horizon. This episode of Neon looks at real examples of the challenges Jon Snow faces.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: Chemical Brothers - Lost In The K HoleSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes&nb...2019-05-0800 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#36 - Avengers Endgame: How You Think About Thor Every Week#36 - Avengers Endgame: How You Think About Thor Every WeekToday Thor is a superhero but a thousand years ago he was worshipped. Thor takes us into the meaning of our calendar and how legends evolve. Allow Neon to guide you through more than a millennia of history, culture and religion.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProducer: Dan MorelleMusic: Incredible Bongo Band - ApacheSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter2019-04-2700 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#31 - They Shall Not Grow Old: A revolutionary documentaryWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: DangerDoom - Sofa King Be awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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The Podcast HourNEON: the history behind popular cultureNEON uses our favourite films, TV shows, and computer games as the vehicle to find out more about the history behind them. Presented by Jem Duducu and produced by Dan Morelle, we play some of an episode about the 1987 film Predator starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.2019-02-2300 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#30 - Marvel vs DC: The origin of the species, Lee & Kirby, and how neo-nazis invent toysWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Halsey - Don't PlayBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#29 - Oscars Special: The history of colour, Britain’s greatest general and code breakingWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Run the Jewels - A Report to the Shareholders/Kill Your MastersBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#28 - Wolf of Wall Street: Debunking all the myths you know about salesWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Alpinestars - Burning UpBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#27 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: British censorship laws and the West’s fear of martial art’s weaponsWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Aesop Rock - RingsBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#26 - Red Dead Redemption 2: A careful reconstruction of the American frontier and a new way to tell an epic storyWritten & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Leftfield - Phat PlanetBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#24 - 2001: A Space Odyssey: A study of hominid behaviour and making film history in the process2001 A Space Odyssey asked the big questions and took the cinema goer on a million year journey of the fate of humanity. NEON responds to this challenge, rolls it’s sleeves up and shows how accurately this sci-fi movie portrays ancient hominid behaviour as well as influencing pop culture and even NASA to this day.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Deodato - Also Sprach ZarathustraBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the po...2018-11-0400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#23 - AKIRA: Taking us from Battle of the Planets to the Pacific campaign of WW2Akira introduced the world to the best of Japanese Anime 30 years ago. NEON goes beyond the fabulous animation and reveals how this cyberpunk dystopia explores fundamental fears in Japanese society as well as it being a natural evolution of 2,000 years of Japanese culture.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Kaneda's Theme - Tsutomu ŌhashiBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#22 - The A-Team: How America treats its war veteransFresh back from our holiday to the future. Like Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, we're playing power chords of history - riffing on the historic parallels between the uber popular video game, Fortnite. We're also walking with a bit of a swagger after being chosen by the London Evening Standard as one of the BEST EDUCATION PODCASTS OF 2018!! Do us a favour, tell all your friends about your favourite new podcast. Leave us a 5 star review on iTunes and pop over to Twitter and say HELLO! Just like our old friend Dr Seuss told us when we visited him...2018-10-2000 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#21 - The A-Team: How America treats its war veteransThe A Team was one of the most beloved series of the 1980s (and a fairly average 2010 movie). It made a star of Mr. T and reminded the world of George Peppard, creating an unlikely behind the scenes rivalry. However the question has always been what kind of army unit would ever have this group and rank of people ...including a pilot? NEON rolls it’s sleeves up and does it’s job, stripping away the 80s glitter to reveal the real history. The discussion turns from 80s frivolity to the Vietnam War, and...2018-08-2400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#20 - Assassin’s Creed: What exactly is an assassin and what have the crusades got to do with the Mongol hordes?The video game is over 10 years old now but it started a hugely successful series that is still massively popular today. This episode looks at the game that kicked everything off. The game itself is set during the 3rd crusade it allows NEON to look at these religiously motivated campaigns. Jem explores what they were and what they weren’t and that why everything after 9/11 has been tainted by that event leading to all kinds of misconceptions about the crusades. This episode features the real assassins, rampaging Mongols, violent pagans and the Pope comparing the attempted assassination of...2018-08-0100 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#19 - The Handmaid’s Tale & The Running Man: Unlikely bedfellows that highlight dystopias and the Ottoman HaremAgain you get two for the price of one in an episode. Arnie’s 80’s action fest and the modern thoughtful TV series about women’s rights are eerie echoes of each other. While there can be little doubt as to which is more morally complex, better shot and acted, that may not mean that it is pulling from history as effectively. Because these are dark stories, the history is equally brutal, from Nazi breeding programmes to the rise of fascist regimes this is a horrifying but fascinating episode. NEON walks a tight rope with this one, trying to entert...2018-07-1700 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#18 - The World Cup: A demonstration of soft power and diplomacy through sport through the agesFootball nearly came home, but “the boys did us proud”. When the World Cup coms around, other forms of entertainment run and hide. The sense of togetherness, the millions spent on advertising, the prestige of hosting the games. All of this is part of the concept of “soft power”. NEON delves deep looking at past historical examples of how money and marriages can sometimes get you more than an army ever could. As well as the current battle for hearts and minds carried out by the two giants of soft power in the world today, America and China.2018-06-2800 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#17 - Love Island: A genius show that combines our need for a companion with a much darker side of humanityHow can an unscripted reality show, largely filled with vacuous individuals teach us history? For this one NEON goes way back and talks about the biological reason for finding a mate as opposed to the way strawberries or starfish can do it on their own. Finding a mate defines most of the natural world and a lot of human history too and Love Island shows us this. Add to that the dark under belly of human emotion enjoying mocking those less fortunate and you find out a lot about how the show works and about your own psychology in...2018-06-2400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#16 - Battlefield 1: Exploring the less well known campaigns of the Great WarBattlefield 1 is a first-person shooter video game developed by EA DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Despite its name, Battlefield 1 is the fifteenth instalment in the Battlefield series, and the first main entry in the series since Battlefield 4. It was released worldwide for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on October 21, 2016.Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Cavern - Liquid LiquidSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter.
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#15 - Westworld: Historical detail of the Wild West brought to life by future technologyWestworld is an American science fiction western television series created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Produced by HBO, it is based on the 1973 film of the same name (written and directed by Michael Crichton) and to a lesser extent its 1976 sequel, Futureworld. The story takes place in Westworld, a fictional, technologically advanced Wild-West-themed amusement park populated by android "hosts". The park caters to high-paying "guests" who may indulge their wildest fantasies within the park without fear of retaliation from the hosts, who are prevented by their programming from harming humans.Written & Presented...2018-06-0900 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#14 - Vikings: How historical drama can end up being less accurate than fantasyThe History Channel’s biggest home grown hit Vikings is now on its 5th series. It started as a historical drama but by season 3 it was clearly trying to be Game of Thrones with longships. NEON takes this to task, if you have a degree in medieval history you can tell when they change the tone, but could the average viewer. Is this kind of disregard for real events dangerous? Are some of the real events left on the cutting room floor even more entertaining than fiction? Have a listen to find out.Written &am...2018-06-0400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#13 - Batman: Gotham by Gaslight: Combining Steam Punk, Jack the Ripper and Victorian engineeringHow can a podcast about the real history behind pop culture resist a Victorian era Batman? This one gets as dark as the dark knight. We have Jack the Ripper, H.H. home’s murder hotel and an animated movie not suitable for kids. There’s even a story of a filed concept in early forensic science that will leave you scratching your head how anybody could think it was likely to work. On the more fun side we find out about Chicago’s rivalry with Paris and how America accidentally invented a common theme park ride in an attemp...2018-05-2500 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#12 - The Greatest Showman & Hamilton the Musical: 2 historical musicals with 2 very different approaches to historyThis time around NEON gives you two for the price of one. Two musicals about real people from history, but can you get real history from a musical? If so, which one does it better? The Greatest Showman was a surprise smash hit and Hamilton is the awards laden mega hit from Broadway. If you are looking for historical accuracy in a movie where everyone spontaneously bursts into song and dance, that’s not reality but the story it is telling may well be sneaking in real history to learn from. And finally who would you trust with real hi...2018-05-1800 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#10 - Predator: An analogy for Vietnam and the Spanish American WarThis is one of the greatest action films of all time. It has Arnie at his prime. It has Stan Winston at his most creative and it has John McTiernan making the mistake of going to a seasonal rainforest where the leaves were falling off. It’s action cinema at its purest, and yet as scary as the Predator is, what the film is really about is one of America’s fears, jungle warfare and America’s obsession in the 20th century of fighting in them. NEON not only talks about the most manly hand shake in history, but also t...2018-05-1100 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#9 - Minisode: Far Cry 5Far Cry 5 is an action-adventure first-person shooter game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and Ubisoft Toronto and published by Ubisoft for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. It is the eleventh entry and the fifth main title in the Far Cry series. The game takes place in the fictional Hope County, Montana, where charismatic preacher Joseph Seed and his cult Project at Eden's Gate holds a dictatorial rule over the area. The story follows an unnamed junior deputy sheriff, who becomes trapped in Hope County and works alongside factions of a resistance to liberate the county from Eden's Gate.2018-05-0800 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#8 - Star Wars: Combining Nazi propaganda and Samurai to make film historyIt’s 1977 and a tiny blockade runner is chased by the scariest triangle in film history. The movie is not just part of cinema history, it leans on the history of cinema. NEON takes you from a galaxy far far away, to feudal Japan and the films of Akira Kurosawa. This episode also looks at how much World War II shaped the look and feel of this sci-fi film. It also has an interesting story of how we nearly ended up with a very different and far worse version of the film.Written & Pr...2018-05-0400 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#7 - God of War: How a cutting edge video game brings to life ancient European cultureSony had allowed Kratos some well-deserved rest from his series of games until 2018 when a new one came out for the PS4. But this time they went from the legends of Greece, to the tales from Norse mythology. NEON looks at the evolution of the games as well as the evolution of the legends they are inspired by. Jem also points out the fact that a video game character was able to switch from one mythology to another tells us something else, the similarity of beliefs and storytelling from around the world.Written &...2018-04-2700 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#6 - Game of Thrones: What fantasy fiction can teach us about real power struggles in medieval EuropeGeorge RR Martin's epic tale of a Song of Fire and Ice has been turned into the hottest TV show (in every sense of that phrase) of the last decade. Jem loves it and thinks it’s not only a great story, an epic TV show but also hiding real history amongst the dragons and the bedrooms. Its fantasy, but it can teach us important lessons about real history, and not just the Wars of the Roses. Come with NEON on a journey to the world of Scottish medieval politics, European dynastic clashes and of course the Wall, what is...2018-04-2300 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular CultureMinisode: Ready Player OneSteeped in 80's pop culture, try tearing us away from giving NEON's take on Steven Spielberg's latest blockbuster!Written & Presented by Jem DuducuProduced by Dan MorelleMusic: Jump - Van HalenBe awesome, support us on PatreonSubscribe to the podcast on iTunes and follow us on Twitter.
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NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#5 - Troy Fall of a City: How the oldest story in Europe has become the mother of history and fiction in the westThe oldest story from the West is unsurprisingly one of the most famous. Who hasn’t heard of the Trojan Wars, the Trojan horse and how Helen’s face launched a thousand ships? The BBC spent millions on the series Troy: Fall of a City, only to receive mixed reviews. NEON applauds its ambition and then looks at the myth versus the potential historical reality. There is an argument for historical accuracy, resignation that drama sometimes comes first and a debate about could it be that everything you know about that horse is wrong? And how long could a sieg...2018-04-0800 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#4 - Raiders of the Lost Ark: Revealing secrets of the Luftwaffe, the Bible and U-BoatsPossibly the most perfect action movie of all time, a classic that even the sequels couldn’t better. NEON is not about to challenge the supremacy of such an iconic movie, but it does start some interesting conversations. Firstly is the Ark actually “lost”? The Ethiopians don’t think so, want to know why? NEON explains all. Then there’s the fight around the weird German airplane, NEON reveals that the aircraft in question may not be all that fictional. Add to that bonus information about another classic movie Das Boot and you have another must listen to episode.2018-03-3000 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#3 - Kingdom Come Deliverance: What a simulation can tell us about the medieval worldIs it possible to create a medieval life simulator? If it is, does anybody want one? Warhorse studios decided to find out with their highly complex and inventive game this year. The comparison to Skyrim is inevitable and yet both games stand on their own as champions of the publisher’ vision. It also is a chance to look the game versus the reality of medieval life. NEON starts asking you morale questions not only about your actions in real life but how you may play video games in a way that isn’t quite cheating, but probably isn’t what t...2018-03-2200 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#2 - Star Wars - The Last Jedi: What Snoke could have learned from other historical imperial body guardsOne of the biggest hits, from the biggest movie franchise on the planet, and yet the Last Jedi is also very divisive. This doesn’t deter NEON as the deep dive reveals parallels with another sci-fi franchise Warhammer 40,000 and of course real history. Napoleon gets a look as do Ancient Rome. Perhaps the best scene in the movie involves Snoke and his Praetorian Guard and NEON compares the action of this fictional body guard to the real Roman one, who comes out of the comparison better? Add to that some dark facts about the Nazis and you have a tr...2018-03-1600 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#1 - Black Panther: How a Marvel movie is influenced by the richest man in history and an Egyptian godOne of the biggest movie hits of 2018 is about an African superhero. NEON starts with Wakanda and then shows parallels that stretch all the way back to the Middle Ages. It’s a great movie that full of fun and action, but also with an important message underlying all the bright colours and CGI. But NEON digs deeper, comparing the fictional country to a real, and fabulously wealthy, African Empire. Then showing how General Okoye had similar dilemmas to a knight living in the 12th and 13th centuries called William Marshal.Written & Presented by...2018-03-0900 min
NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture#0 - NEON: The Real History Behind Popular Culture - TrailerIn 1977 a crack commando unit was sent to prison by a military court for a crime they didn’t commit. These men promptly escaped from a maximum security stockade to the Los Angeles underground. Today, still wanted by the government, they survive as soldiers of fortune, excavating popular culture and extracting the DNA of history and producing a podcast like you’ve never heard. If need a podcast, if no one else can help, and if you can find them, maybe you can hire … the N-Team.Written & Presented by Jem Duducu Produced by Dan Morell...2018-03-0500 min
CIPDPodcast 109: Looking ahead to 2016Welcome to our first podcast episode of 2016! In this episode we ask three leading thinkers to share their predictions for what the next 12 months will hold for HR and L&D.
Sharing their insight and foresight Professor Sir Cary Cooper, 50th anniversary professor of organisational psychology and health, Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, Dave Coplin, Author and Chief Envisioning Officer, Microsoft UK and Inji Duducu, Group HR Director, Benenden Group discuss the key issues facing HR and L&D in the changing world of work including automation, wellbeing, performance management, the leadership of the future, the ongoing debate around...2015-12-1119 min