Wait... They Did What!?
History
About
Wait... They Did What?! is the question you’ll be asking after travelling back through modern history with comedian Tilly Oddy-Black. Perfect for kids aged 8 and over, Wait…They Did What?! unearths the weird, wild and outright scandalous common practices of people in the olden days... like letting kids buy fireworks, banning bikinis on the beach, putting blood-sucking leeches on sick people, and riding in cars without seatbelts. Credits: Host: Tilly Oddy-Black Producers: Samantha Turnbull and Soumia Bella Sound engineer: Que Nguyen Archive researchers: Michael Osmond and Carolyn Cage Composer: David McDonald Executive producers: Veronica Milsom and Alex Lollback
Episodes
- Wait... they didn't have smart phones?
This episode of Wait... They Did What!? explores the history of communication technology, including landline phones, fax machines, telegrams, and the introduction of mobile phones in Australia. It answers questions like what a fax machine…
- Wait... they couldn't have long hair or pants?
This episode of Wait... They Did What!? explores 1970s school rules that prohibited boys from having long hair and girls from wearing pants. It discusses student activism that led to changes and addresses issues of discrimination.
- Wait... they banned bikinis?
This episode of Wait... They Did What!? explores the history of the bikini, including its invention and bans in places like Australia during the 1960s. It discusses the role of 'beach inspectors' and the evolution of swimsuit regulations.
- Wait... they got in cars with strangers?
This episode of Wait... They Did What!? discusses hitchhiking in the 1970s, covering its decline, legality, and the reasons people stopped picking up hitchhikers, also touching on vagrancy laws.
- Wait... they hit kids at school?
This episode of Wait... They Did What!? discusses the historical use of the cane as a form of corporal punishment in Australian schools, which was legal until the 1990s. It covers when and why the cane was banned and touches on children's…
- Wait... they promised to serve the queen?
This episode of 'Wait... They Did What!?' examines the history of school assemblies in Australia between the 1950s and 80s, focusing on the practice of singing 'God Save the Queen' and the associated oath of allegiance.
- Wait... they wore real fur?
This episode discusses the history of fur coats as a fashion status symbol in the 1950s, contrasting it with their historical use for warmth. It addresses ethical considerations, the types of animals used, the value of fur coats, and the c…
- Wait... they let kids explode fireworks?
This episode of "Wait... They Did What!?" discusses the 1970s when children could buy fireworks, leading to dangerous outcomes. It covers topics like "cracker night," Guy Fawkes, and the legalities and injuries associated with fireworks.
- INTRODUCING Wait... They Did What!?
Comedian Tilly Oddy-Black hosts 'Wait... They Did What!?', a podcast exploring bizarre historical events and practices. Episodes delve into topics like early automotive safety and historical medical treatments.