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Happened Here

Happened Here

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At the heart of HappenedHere.com are 4-5 minute stories that transport you to another era, answering the wonderfully simple question: “I wonder what happened here?”. We help you imagine “what happened here,” in this very location, on this very ground, to imagine in whose footsteps you might be treading, to be intrigued by people and their stories from the very recent to the very distant past.Copyright 2024 Happened Here Media Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • An Evergreen Emblem of Resilience

    An Evergreen Emblem of Resilience
    Dec 20 2022

    The story behind Trafalgar Square’s famous annual guest. Written by James Rampton, hosted by Shama Rahman and performed by Stephen Fry. Sound Editing by Will Jacob. Thanks to Westminster City Council for their audio of the 2022 ceremony.

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    6 mins
  • Bad Dad

    Bad Dad
    Dec 23 2022

    The story of one family’s visit to Covent Garden during the festive season. Written and performed by Robbie Stamp. Sound Editing by Will Jacob.
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    5 mins
  • Darkness is Cheap, and Scrooge Liked It

    Darkness is Cheap, and Scrooge Liked It
    Dec 25 2022

    The story behind a famous Christmas Dinner. Written by Viel Richardson, performed by Lulu Freeman, introduction by Stephen Fry. Sound editing by Viel Richardson.
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    5 mins
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Short stories which bring history to life in a modern and jovial way. Excellent performances (from the cast who’d expect anything less) and clever relation of people to place to time. More please!

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