Jameela Jamil launches a tongue-in-cheek riot of a history show: best podcasts of the week
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A podcast hosted by Jameela Jamil and Dr. Kate Lister focuses on the overlooked histories of figures labeled as sidechicks. Starting with Madame de Montespan, the narrative delves into her involvement in a poisoning scandal. The program embraces a humorous tone and includes interludes from TikTok's History Gossip. A separate series, Shadow World: The Grave Robbers, investigates criminal activities related to fake wills and inheritance thefts. Additional themes range from discussions on human rights with broadcaster Nihal Arthanayake to the psychological aspects of crime in The Making of a Fugitive.
This podcast dedicated to the untold tales behind history's so-called sidechicks features a tongue-in-cheek approach, highlighting the stories of figures like Madame de Montespan.
The Shadow World: The Grave Robbers series investigates gangs using fake wills to pilfer inheritances, exposing a troubling criminal trend that goes beyond stealing from strangers' estates.
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