Special - The Second Annual Histortea Awards
Send us a text Welcome, dear listeners to the Second Annual Histortea Awards. Last year we dredged through our historical knowledge to find winners from the past for certain categories. However, this year we've done it a bit differently, as facts from history won't exactly change, but our world is and what is present now, becomes history tomorrow. So this year's awards include nominees from the last 12 months, including a couple of faces from the more distant past. Want to know who was...
29 Jan 20231h 55min
Episode P - We're Live In Spirit
Send us a text In a slight change to our plans, thanks to nice weather conditions, we're not able to go hunting for Black Shuck. Instead we take you through a quick paranormal investigation of Emily's home. Join us, if you dare... Support the show
30 Okt 202234min
Episode O - They're Here: Let's Get A Movie On
Send us a text This week in our penultimate spooky season episode we look at some of the most iconic horror stories and the true stories or legends behind them. And in our ridiculous death we look at why you should, or shouldn't take a second look at that epic halloween decoration... Support the show
23 Okt 202256min
Episode N - We Know Wendigo
Send us a text This week we look at a terrifying creature from the nightmares of First Nation folklore, the Wendigo. What is it, how did it come about, how can you identify one and what can you do to stop one? We discuss all this and more, including how man is once again the worst monster. And in this week's ridiculous death we find out why it is always better to take your time with bread... Support the show
16 Okt 202230min
Episode M - Don't Lose Your Head Over This One
Send us a text Following on from last week's rather heavy episode, and keeping the flavour of Spooky Month going, we take a foray into the folklore and stories surrounding Headless Haunts. Taking a trip around the world, we explore different variations of this spectre and give some tips on what to do if you experience a few. Do you have a tale of a Headless Haunting near you? Get in touch through cupofhistortea@outlook.com or message us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or TikTok and we ...
9 Okt 202236min
Episode L - Not A Rias Of Sunshine
Send us a text Disclaimer: This week's episode contains description of child murder and torture that some listeners might find distressing. Listener discretion is advised. This week we discuss one of the earliest recorded serial killers, Gilles de Rias. Who was he, how did he achieve fame and then how did he achieve infamy? And this week's ridiculous death is a good example of why goose and laughter doesn't mix. Support the show
2 Okt 202243min
Episode K - You Can Countess On Us For A Bloody Good Story
Send us a text This week's episode comes with a disclaimer of description of violence and torture, as we look into the life and crimes of the notorious Blood Countess, Elizabeth Bathory. As always, we apologise for any mispronunciations - we are trying! And on our ridiculous death segment we look at why it is always worth double checking you're fully dressed... Support the show
4 Sep 202236min
Episode 11 - Short but Bosworth It
Send us a text This week we celebrate/commiserate the anniversary of the Battle of Bosworth field, the climactic combat that ended and era and brought England's longest civil war to a close. And on this week's ridiculous death we see why looking cool isn't always the best option when you can't see where you're going... Support the show
20 Aug 202229min
