Bloodthirsty Battles

A Greek myth embedded in blood and heroism over one golden apple. Hear this old tale, in a new way, like never before.

Ah yes, we couldn’t leave this one out, could we? After all, 1066 is one of the most famous years in the whole of battle history. Expect lots of blood and guts and gore in this episode, as two rivals finally clash. But, first, King Harold Godwinson needs to take care of his annoying little brother Tostig. Enjoy.

To mark this creepy day, Toby has chosen to tell you about a few of the most bloodthirsty ancient mythical creatures from different cultures and countries, from Scotland's Kelpie (clue: they're not cute or like your fluffy unicorn) to Ireland's Banshee (yes: she is screaming, and so will you be if you go too near her). Which one do you think is most frightening?

This month (September) celebrates the 2500th anniversary of the battle of Thermopylae. We will look at the brave spartan King Leonidas. It's described as history's most famous last stands. The David vs Goliath of history. Sit back and relax and enjoy the blood bath.

This episode is a very special one – not least because its heroine, the Jamaican ninja nurse Mary Seacole, helped stopped deaths, rather than caused them, unlike the normal characters who take centre stage in this bloodthirsty podcast. But Mary Seacole was no cupcake. No, she was as tough as a wolf. Enjoy.