Condensed Histories

Jem finally puts together an episode about the comedy genius that is Blackadder!

Jem manages to go from the history of the Spice Girls to the voyages of Magellan!

Jem delves into the art of Ballet and the film Black Swan.

Jem talks about the history of music, and makes a big announcement!

Jem takes a look into a range of aspects surrounding the history of Slavery.

Jem rounds out his organised crime trilogy with The Triads.

A deep dive into Joan of Arc — the teenage girl who became one of history's most enduring icons. Jem unpacks the real story behind the legend: the brutal, decades-long war between England and France, how a 16-year-old hearing voices managed to turn the tide of a 75-year losing streak, and why her brief, three-year story has fueled 500 years of movies, operas, pop songs, and pop culture obsession. From Warhammer to Bill & Ted, Joan's fingerprints are everywhere — and this episode asks why.

Jem looks into the pop culture surrounding one of the most infamous serial killer cases in the world.