Posts Tagged ‘podcasts’
Time Pieces History: S3, E4: Roman Banquets
Introdution Exploring the Roman tradition of banqueting. What You’ll Hear 1:04: What banquets looked like 2:14: Entertainment and food 3:20: Sadistic shenanigans 4:05: The Vomitorium Prefer to read instead? Click here for a transcript – no email required!
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S3, E1: Vindolanda Fort
Introduction The Roman fort of Vindolanda on the Northern Frontier of the Empire, including what life was like for the commanding officer and his family, and the remarkable discovery of perfectly preserved tablets. What You’ll Hear 1:32: The fort of Vindolanda 2:14: The Vindolanda Tablets 2:45: How the collection was discovered 3:22: The challenges of…
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S2, B3: An Interview with Natalie Pithers
Introduction In this bonus episode, I talk to Natalie Pithers about genealogy and how she got into the world of family history. What You’ll Hear 0:47: What Natalie does 1:25: How Natalie got into genealogy 2:55: Curious coincidences 4:38: Why people are interested in genealogy 6:00: One of the most interesting stories Natalie’s uncovered 15:34:…
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S2, B2: An Interview with May King Tsang
Introduction In this episode, I speak to May King Tsang, FOMO creator and tea ceremony expert about what she does and how it works in any industry. What You’ll Hear 1:11: Who is May King Tsang? 3:15: How FOMO creation can work in any industry 5:15: The similarity between FOMO creation and content marketing 7:45:…
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S2, E10: Penshaw Monument
Introduction In this episode, we look at Penshaw Monument in Washington, Tyne and Wear. We learn about its construction and Radical Jack, the man it commemorates. We explore the legend of the Lambton Worm, a beast which terrorised the area, and we look at follies – beautiful structures that don’t serve any purpose. What You’ll…
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S2, E9: Felling Pit
Introduction In this episode, we look at the mining heritage of north east England, the Felling Colliery and pit disaster; the four-poster bed tomb of three small children, and the mystery of the other couple commemorated on the memorial. What You’ll Hear 0:58: The mining industry in the north of England 1:49: The Felling…
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S2, E7: The New Castle
Introduction How Newcastle upon Tyne got its name; the history of the castle & the story of Robert Curthose, son of William the Conqueror. What You’ll Hear 1:24: The earliest structure on the Castle site 2:05: William the Conqueror strengthens his hold 2:52: Rebellions & sieges 3:46: The stone castle & the Black Gate 4:50:…
Read MoreTime Pieces History: S1, B2: Tips for Heritage Sites to Market Themselves After Lockdown
At some point, lockdown restrictions will be eased, and you’ll need to get visitors through your doors. Here are some ideas for marketing yourself after the COVID19 pandemic, many of which can also be included in your long-term strategy. What You’ll Hear 1:57: Help people reclaim what they’ve missed 3:18: What about parents? 4:36: Important…
Read MoreHow to Create an SEO-Boosting Podcast Blog
Why You Should Create a Podcast Blog To really make the most of your podcast and to make Google happy, you can add a blog post alongside your transcript and summary show notes. Doing this means that for people who prefer to read rather than listen (or are unable to listen) can still benefit from…
Read MoreAn Interview with Pete Matthew
In the final interview of the series, I talk to Pete Matthew about his MeaningfulMoney podcast, why he started it and what benefits it’s brought to his business. If you’d like to read the full transcript, you can download it here (no email required), watch the video above or just listen to the audio. Who…
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