HistoryExtra podcast: Untold LGBTQ stories of the National Trust
In 1895, when the National Trust was founded, homosexual acts of ‘gross indecency’ were still illegal in Britain. And yet, as Michael Hall reveals in his new book, A Queer…
99% Invisible: Artistic License Redux
Idaho was the first state to slap a slogan on a license plate, “Idaho Potatoes,” which may not seem like a big deal, but it turns out this idea would…
Ben-Hur (1959 film)
Ben-Hur (/bɛnˈhɜːr/) is a 1959 American religious epic film directed by William Wyler, produced by Sam Zimbalist, and starring Charlton Heston as the title character. A remake of the 1925…
Tapestry artist Helena Hernmarck weaves wall-sized tapestries for architectural environments
Surrounded by nature in her studio in Ridgefield, Connecticut, Helena Hernmarck weaves wall-sized tapestries designed for modern, architectural environments. She takes inspiration from nature, her life and other artists, collaborating…
HistoryExtra podcast: Going on strike in ancient Rome
Strikes and unions may seem like modern inventions, but they’ve existed for much longer than many of us realise. Historian Sarah E Bond talks to Jon Bauckham about how people…
The History of The Beastie Boys’ “Sabotage”
The Rise of Spike Jonze
Dish Podcast: Suranne Jones
Angela serves up seared tuna with braised tomatoes and chickpeas, paired with a glass of Telmont Champagne Reserve Brut NV — one of Suranne’s favourites — before finishing with an…
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By The Jellybottys
Dish Podcast:
Inside the Dish kitchen, Bob’s eyes go straight to the pork pie starter (naturally) and the crisp bowl. Angela then cooks up his nostalgic request; a kedgeree-style monkfish rice, served…