Two celebrated hosts have joined forces for an entertaining new series that delves into the monumental blunders of history. How to Fail presenter Elizabeth Day teams up with renowned historian Dan Jones for History's Greatest Fails, a weekly podcast that examines significant mistakes from times past.
Cambridge Reunion Turns Historical Investigation
The series begins with a fast-forward through the hosts' university reunion, as both were contemporaries at Cambridge. The chemistry between Day and Jones quickly becomes apparent as they launch into their first episode, which challenges William Shakespeare's traditional portrayal of the villainous King Richard III. Future episodes promise to explore what they describe as the "Ross and Rachel of early modern history"—the tumultuous relationship between Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
Other Notable Podcast Releases This Week
Several other compelling podcasts have launched alongside History's Greatest Fails, offering diverse listening experiences across multiple genres.
Strangely takes listeners down bizarre news rabbit holes with hosts Poppy Damon and Luke Jones. The series covers unusual stories ranging from a surgeon who amputated his own legs to Neil Hopper's eunuch-maker origin story, blending informative content with irreverent humor.
Passenger Seat represents the culmination of more than two years of work by Pennsylvania-based writer Tom Joudrey. This unsettling, slow-burn true crime tale rivals big-budget productions, focusing on the chilling 2012 kidnapping of Jennifer Hurst in Ohio. The podcast explores who was behind the crime and why Hurst would eventually thank her captor in court.
Big Bro With Kid Cudi continues the expansion of celebrity podcast content, featuring rapper Kid Cudi as host. His inaugural guest is Kylie Jenner, who occasionally lets down the carefully curated Kardashian public relations facade. Their conversation covers family dynamics, Jenner's pivot to acting in the Charli xcx-starring film The Moment, and her relationship with actor Timothée Chalamet.
Northern News Returns with Comedic Flair
Fresh from her appearance on Last One Laughing and her popular podcast Single Ladies in Your Area, comedian Amy Gledhill reunites with Ian Smith for Northern News. The series reports on weird and wonderful headlines from northern regions that listeners might have missed. Guest correspondents including Stevie Martin, Alison Spittle, and Phil Wang will join the hosts throughout the season.
All featured podcasts are widely available across major platforms, with new episodes released weekly. This diverse lineup offers something for every listener, from historical analysis to true crime, celebrity interviews, and comedic news commentary.
