About this episode
Greg Jenner is a historian, author, and broadcaster who has made the past delightfully accessible to millions. Born in Kent, he studied Archaeology & History at the University of York , then mediaeval studies, before serving as historical advisor to the BBC ’s hit children’s series Horrible Histories . He has since authored several acclaimed books that combine rigorous research with witty storytelling, including Dead Famous , Ask A Historian , and You Are History . Since 2019 he has been the host of the award-winning podcast You’re Dead To Me , bringing together comedians and academics to explore everything from ancient Rome to Victorian medicine with clarity, humour, and heart. His latest book, out now, is T otally Chaotic History: The Stone Age Runs Wild . With a rare gift for making history feel alive, urgent, and wildly entertaining, he’s helped redefine how we learn about the past. Become a My Perfect Console supporter and receive a range of benefits at www.patreon.com/myperfectconsole Take the Acast listener survey to help shape the show: My Perfect Console with Simon Parkin Survey 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.