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From the odd to the outright mad, from trend-setters to strange minds. Curious Characters seeks to delve into a unique realm of new discovery. Jamie Curious takes you on his pilgrimage of intrigue and curiosity with a humorous episodic show. Each episode is dedicated to a different subject and unearths forgotten facts from the tomes of history. Curious Characters explores the full spectrum of strange humans, covering hidden figures, current curious happenings, bizarre and paranormal mysteries and history’s forgotten heroes. Comedy, explorers, trend-setters, mysteries, criminals, historical people, true ghost stories, self help, entertainment and some ruddy fun education.“We may not see their like again”. Curious Characters is broadcast out of a studio in the South West United Kingdom. Jamie Curious is a man with a passion for all things weird, historical and biography based, he enjoys making characters from the past a bit more real. Linking with the likes of Torquay Museum, the musical legend POM and a host of other wonderful helpers. Jamie Curious is also good at self promotion and writing his own podcast descriptions.

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Eleanor Of Aquitaine "Warrior And Strategist"

2021/09/23

In the forgotten tomes of the 12th century there lays a story so unbelievable that it remains hidden from obvious sight. Whilst England became the seat of Plantagenet power, several hundred miles away in Aquitaine a 12 year old girl was cementing her claim as one of the most ruthless and influential leaders in Europe, defining herself as a future queen of France and eventually, ruler of England. Eleanor Duchess of Aquitaine and mother of Richard "The Lion Heart" not only forged her own unique and curious path to power leading armies, foiling kidnappers and murdering enemies, but she dared to do this in an age when women were expected to be silent. Join Curious Characters as we rejoice in one fearless woman's amazing life, setting her apart from the norm. www.trickycider.com for wonderful cider! [email protected] Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Outpost Rock "The Haunted Monolith"

2021/09/13

In early 2009 a team of US marines were sent to an outpost in Helmand province Afghanistan. The soldiers had no idea but they were about to spend sixty days atop a terrifying desert monolith experiencing unexplainable paranormal activity. The story of Outpost Rock quickly became infamous and the 8 Marines would go on to believe that they were cursed. Join Curious Characters for this spooky bonus episode as we discuss the tale of people in a conflict zone with no time to make up ghost stories. (Mature episode - contains war, general scary content and terrible accents with sound effects!) www.trickcider.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Mountaineer George Mallory "Because It's There"

2021/09/06

In 1953 Sir Edmond Hillary and Tenzing Norgay stood on top of the worlds highest peak, Mt Everest. Their achievement may have set them free from the shadow of the mountain but another shadow would forever loom over their accomplishment, this came in the form of George Mallory and Andrew "Sandy" Irvine, two climbers who nearly 30 years before had dared to tread Everests icy lifeless slopes. In 1924 Mallory and Irvine had been seen in close proximity to the summit before clouds obscured the view of on-lookers, did these men hold a secret that could change history forever. Join Curious Characters as we explore the life of mountaineer, student of history and war hero George Herbert Leigh-Mallory a man who risked everything to attain the summit. www.trickcider.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

A Curious Haunting "The Woman In The Wall"

2021/09/04

In the early 1960s the body of a young woman was found inside the wall of a rural English pub, this episode dives into a series of strange events that happened in the building whilst the host, Jamie, worked there. In this true story Jamie inadvertently found himself involved in one of the most terrifying events of his life and a well documented haunting. Join Curious Characters as we try to explain the horrific story of the crying woman in the wall. www.trickycider.com [email protected] Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Harold Shipman "Doctor Death"

2021/08/02

The life of serial killer Dr Harold Shipman, a man who murdered 250 people through his career as a medical professional. Shipman destroyed not only the reputation of the NHS and trust in the medical community, he was also one of the most prolific serial killers in history. How did he get away with murder for so long? Join me as we gaze horrified, into the life and death of this medical monster. (mature content) sponsor - www.trickcider.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Caligula "The Mad Emperor"

2021/07/19

After far too long away from the microphone, Curious Characters returns with Caligula! A look at the life of one of ancient Romes most hated and tyrannical rulers. This is a man who murdered his way to the throne and lost his mind with power. Caligula went from being a beloved and pitied victim of oppression, to one of the most hated figures in history in just a few months. Murder, madness and a healthy dose of incest, makes Caligula not just curious but curiously evil. (This episode contains mature themes and violence) season sponsor - www.trickycider.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Witchcraft & King James

2020/12/07

Throughout history women have always been horrifically persecuted but it was under the rule of king James the first of England and Scotland that awful events escalated further. Join Curious Characters as we investigate the life of a king who was arguably more obsessed with witches, devils and a loathing of women than any other in history. Under James more women were killed for witchcraft in Scotland alone than by any other ruler in all of Europe. Why was James so crazy about killing huge numbers of women in the 1590's ? www.trickycider.com www.curiouscharacterspodcast.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

POM - Andrew Crawford "Director, Writer and Musician"

2020/11/30

An interview with guitar master and globally watched director POM (Andrew Crawford). Pom's music has been heard all over the world and his short indie films for digital media, have been watched by over half a billion people. He is notoriously private and often requests no credit on his work. What makes an artist like him tick? In this interview we look at his curious life and what drives his art. From his new album with Grey Man Strategy to his screen writing and artistic work, Pom fills the interview with truly amazing live music and some ruddy fun conversation. You wont have heard Spanish guitar like this before! www.pom-guitarist.com www.graymanstrategy.com www.trickcider.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Grigori Rasputin "Russia's Unholy Wizard"

2020/11/23

Rasputin is one of the most curious humans in history. Born a Siberian peasant he rose to become an advisor to the Russian royal court. Rasputin claimed to have magical powers including the power to heal and speak to the dead. Join me for episode 1 season 2 of Curious Characters as we look at the life and strange death of this truly curious man. www.curiouscharacterspodcast.com Pom's website Tricky Cider Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Fawcett Part 2 "Torquay Museum Interview"

2020/09/23

Bonus Episode An interview with Torquay museum director Basil Greenwood. Here we discuss the Devon explorer Percy Fawcett from Episode 20. We chat about what kind of man he was and what might have happened to him and his son in the jungles of South America. Torquay museum hold the archive on Fawcett, giving them access to all kinds of in-depth information. If you have not listened to Episode 20 its worth going back and doing so, to get some idea of the man we are speaking about. This recording may require more volume than others depending on your set up. Fund the museum by clicking here Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Lt Col Percy Fawcett "Lost In The Amazon"

2020/09/13

Season One concludes with this, episode twenty. Lt Col Percy Fawcett "Lost In The Amazon". Fawcett was an explorer of ultra high calibre, the only man who could survive the harsh central Amazon rainforest. Percy Fawcett discovered many new species and brought back wonders to Victorian British scientists and geographers. He shone in Word War I as a soldier of skill and courage, before finally returning the the amazon with his son Jack, aged 22, to seek out a long lost city made of gold. Jack and Percy were never seen again and the theories surrounding there disappearance are pretty wild. Join us for the last episode of season one as we jump into the life of a man so brave, he once shot a 68ft anaconda with a pistol at close range. Season Two starts in a few weeks! www.curioucharacterspodcast.com www.trickycider.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

Miyamoto Musashi "The Ultimate Samurai"

2020/09/07

Musashi Miyamoto defeated over 60 men in fights and duels. His two sword method is considered the pinnacle of Samurai swordsmanship and his philosophical book on fighting is second to none. Join us for episode 19 of Curious Characters as we venture into the life of this incredible 16th century warrior from Japan. www.curiouscharacterspodcast.com Support the show (http://buymeacoff.ee/CurioCharacters)

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I’m so glad I discovered your podcast. Do more on explorers, especially in Arabia and other Middle East locations (quite a few British women roving ar...

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