429. Titanic: Countdown to Disaster (Part 3)

429. Titanic: Countdown to Disaster (Part 3)

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652. London’s Golden Age: The Ghosts of Culloden (Part 3)

What adventures occurred during Samuel Johnson and James Boswell’s journey into the heart of Scotland? How was their trip a gateway to the history of Scotland’s union with England in 1707? And, was Dr Johnson embroiled in the bloody Battle of Culloden…? Join Tom and Dominic as th ...  عرض المزيد

651. London’s Golden Age: Sex and Scandal in Georgian Britain (Part 2)

Why was London such a cauldron of sexual scandal and political tumult in the 18th century? What licentious escapades did the infamous Scottish nobleman, James Boswell, get up to there? And, how did his legendary first meeting with the renowned wit Samuel Johnson, unfold? Join Tom ...  عرض المزيد

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