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Socially Awkward History

John Stubbs' stubbs feat. Verity Babbs

Season 1, Ep. 5

Listeners to this podcast can get 20% off a premium subscription from "Ancient Origins" by using the code HISTORY. 



In the fifth episode of Socially Awkward History, comedian and actual art historian (fancy!) Verity Babbs joins host Joe Gillard as they travel back through the most awkward moments of history. 



📜 We are over the moon that this series is sponsored by Ancient Origins. Ancient Origins is the world’s most popular ancient history website. Covering lost civilizations, odd artefacts, amazing places, and strange events in history, it brings alive the mystery and intrigue of our ancient past. Listeners to this podcast can get 20% off a premium subscription by using the code HISTORY. 



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