Welcome to Killing Time, the podcast that investigates the darkest moments in our past to shine a light on wider histories.
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal speaks to award-winning LGBTQ tour coordinator Dan Vo about the loves, loss and life of Prussia's most decorated king, Frederick the Great.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Producer/Editor: Peter Curry
Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal and medieval historian Dr Emma Wells investigate the murder of Thomas Becket in 1170. It is a tale of betrayal, power and horrific violence.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Producer/editor: Peter Curry
Voice actors: Andrew Curry and Sam Rideal
Theme Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
Don't fret! Normal Killing Time episodes will continue on Fridays. This is just a special light-hearted podcast with Rebecca Rideal and historian Helen Carr chatting about everything going on in the world of history. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal chats to historian, broadcaster and bestselling author Professor Bettany Hughes about Ancient Greece, virgin sacrifice and her brand new Channel Five series Greek Odyssey.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Producer/Editor: Peter Curry
Voice Actors: Duncan Barrett and Laura Darrall
Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In the episode, Rebecca Rideal explores the devastating famine that struck Ireland in the 1840s. She is joined by actor, science communicator and author of Flesh and Blood, Stephen McGann.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Editor: Peter Curry
Voice actors: Sean O Cathmhaoil and Sentata
Theme music "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by art historian and podcaster Ferren Gipson to investigate the short and violent life of the peerless Renaissance artist, Caravaggio.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Voice Actor: Giorgio Li Manne
Editor: Peter Curry
Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
Additional music: Noel Malekar - Voice of Prayer
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by BAFTA-award winning writer, actor and director Mackenzie Crook to discuss metal detecting, the ghosts of the past and Sutton Hoo.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Producer/Editor: Matt Pearson
Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In this episode, Rebecca Rideal is joined by Dr Emma Butcher to explore one of the most notorious crimes of the nineteenth century - The Red Barn Murder.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Voice actor: Laura Darrall
Producer/Editor: Matt Pearson
Music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In the second part of The Game is Afoot, Rebecca Rideal and Mark Gatiss investigate some of the most notorious crimes of the twentieth century - from Neville Heath to Rillington Place.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Producer/ Editor: Matt Pearson
Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
In the first part of this two part special, Rebecca Rideal is joined by actor and screenwriter Mark Gatiss to explore the cultural history of crime - from Sherlock Holmes and the birth of forensic science to literary archetypes and Victorian poisoners.
Written and narrated by Rebecca Rideal
Producer/Editor Matt Pearson
Theme music: "Circles" by The Broxton Hundred
