Heroes and Howlers

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Heroes and Howlers

A quizzical look at some of history’s quirkiest moments and unpredictable people. Mikey Robins, celebrated Australian comedian, and Paul Wilson, Oxford Historian and author, take you on a raucous tour across many of the strangest turning points in history. This series celebrates the unsung heroes of history and puts the boot into the howlers. It revels in the characters, the cock ups, and the bizarre twists of fate that have changed the course of mankind – sometimes tragic, sometimes comical, sometimes just plain stupid. Follow and Contact on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

  1. 29/01/2024

    The Arctic (Northwest Passage)

    Oh!" said Pooh again. "What is the North Pole?"  "It's just a thing you discover," said Christopher Robin, not being quite sure himself.  A. A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh Paul and Mikey take the road north to balance out the series, stopping off to seek a route through the fabled NorthWest Passage on their way. But how can you discover a land that has no land?! Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min

  2. 22/01/2024

    North America’s First Nations (Klondike Gold Rush)

    “Every human longs for peace and love.” Hiawatha Separating ‘Fact’ from ‘Fiction’ is the constant challenge of an historian. None more so than the early history of North America’s First Nations peoples. Research relies heavily on oral traditions handed down from generation to generation but that hasn’t stopped Paul and Mikey digging for nuggets of truth.  Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 min

  3. 15/01/2024

    April Fools (April 1st)

    "If every fool wore a crown, we should all be Kings." Welsh Proverb Everybody’s favourite day of the year - well, certainly Paul and Mikey’s. But some of the stories behind the  pranks and foolishness might surprise you. Just what is a Scottish gowk? And why should we hunt it? Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  4. 08/01/2024

    Mata Khivi (Sikhism)

    “The world is a drama, staged in a dream.” Guru Nanak  Mata Khivi and the tradition of serving free communal meals (Langar) changed the face of Sikhism for ever. It has grown to become one of the most cherished institutions all over the world.  Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min

  5. 01/01/2024

    The Birth of a Nation (Ku Klux Klan)

    “I would travel down to hell and wrestle a film away from the devil if it was necessary.” Werner Herzog But if that film was Birth of a Nation, Werner, you can just leave it there. In this episode Paul and Mikey look at how one film single-handedly resurrected the KKK. Then take a sideways glance at a few other early 20th-century repugnant (and sometimes costumed!) misfits/Howlers. Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  6. 25/12/2023

    Festive Special (2022)

    “Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” Winston Churchill It's that time of year again! The halls are decked with holly and there’s a big tree blocking Martin Place. Listen in on the last of this Season’s episodes to get you in the Festive Spirit. Bottoms Up! Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min

  7. 18/12/2023

    Festive Special (2021)

    "England was merry England, when Old Christmas brought his sports again. 'Twas Christmas broach'd the mightiest ale; ‘Twas Christmas told the merriest tale; A Christmas gambol oft could cheer, The poor man's heart through half the year."  Walter Scott - Marmion  Paul and Mikey are unwrapping presents for everyone - they’ve got Wars on Christmas, Coke bottle Santas, and drunken sleigh rides across New England.  Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  8. 11/12/2023

    End Of Year Special

    The boys have had a bumper year, and with the 'Giving Season' upon us they're delivering their final treats. When did a 'cab' become a 'taxi'? Who really was that 'Third man'? And which Hero had the worst Howler of a school report card?  Get in touch, follow Heroes & Howlers and find them everywhere HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min
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A quizzical look at some of history’s quirkiest moments and unpredictable people. Mikey Robins, celebrated Australian comedian, and Paul Wilson, Oxford Historian and author, take you on a raucous tour across many of the strangest turning points in history. This series celebrates the unsung heroes of history and puts the boot into the howlers. It revels in the characters, the cock ups, and the bizarre twists of fate that have changed the course of mankind – sometimes tragic, sometimes comical, sometimes just plain stupid. Follow and Contact on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

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  • Channel
    DM Podcasts
  • Creator
    Mikey Robins and Paul Wilson
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Mikey Robins and Paul Wilson
  • Show Website
    Heroes and Howlers

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