Jan 1, 2022
How did the First World War draw upon classical imagery?
This month we are joined by Giles Penman (PhD student at the
University of Warwick) to discuss the various ways that classicism
manifested itself in imagery and objects before and after the
conflict. Along the way we discuss the use of Britannia as a
recruitment...
Dec 1, 2021
How has the First World War been represented in Russia?
This month Angus, Chris and Jessica are joined by Sofya Anisimova to discuss the film Sniper (1931) and its representation of the Russian Expeditionary Force in France. Along the way, we discuss the significance of sound in film, the importance of re-enactment...
Nov 1, 2021
How do you convert the First World War into a short
story?
This month we're joined by Dr Ann-Marie Einhaus (Northumbria)
to explore short fiction published during and after the First World
War. Along the way we discuss what makes a short story, the varying
themes that appeared over time, and how too many
sandwiches...
Oct 1, 2021
How should we remember the man whose assassination sparked the
July Crisis?
This month we are joined by Dr Sam Foster (UEA) to examine the
life, death, and representation of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. Along
the way we discuss the complicated relationships of the
Austro-Hungarian monarchy, Franz Ferdinand's interactions...
Aug 1, 2021
What songs were popular during the First World War?
This month friend of the podcast Dr Emma Hanna (Kent) returns to talk to
us about popular music during the war. Along the way we discuss who
decided what music was suitable for the troops, the rock and roll
lifestyle of men in the Royal Flying Corp, and which...