web02.fireside.fm Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:11:17 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything? - Episodes Tagged with “Fire” https://rrc-history-pod.fireside.fm/tags/fire Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Welcome to "Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything" the podcast where we unravel the most well-known tales of calamity, mishap, and unforeseen consequences that have shaped the course of history, and consider whether we’ve actually learnt anything from them all these years later! In this podcast, we examine the historical events that you may think you know about already and the causes that lead to them, be they icebergs or baker’s ovens. We will consider whether these tragedies could have been avoided, and some of the surprising things we do differently now as a result. But this podcast isn't just about dates and events; it's about learning from the past, drawing insights from hindsight, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the complexities of what really happened in these events we think we know so well. So get ready to encounter remarkable individuals, pivotal moments, and fascinating insights that will make you appreciate health and safety, and environmental management as far more than just red tape… en-gb episodic Remarkable individuals, pivotal moments, and fascinating insights that will make you appreciate health and safety, and environmental management! RRC International Welcome to "Did History (Actually) Teach Us Anything" the podcast where we unravel the most well-known tales of calamity, mishap, and unforeseen consequences that have shaped the course of history, and consider whether we’ve actually learnt anything from them all these years later! In this podcast, we examine the historical events that you may think you know about already and the causes that lead to them, be they icebergs or baker’s ovens. We will consider whether these tragedies could have been avoided, and some of the surprising things we do differently now as a result. But this podcast isn't just about dates and events; it's about learning from the past, drawing insights from hindsight, and gaining a deeper appreciation for the complexities of what really happened in these events we think we know so well. So get ready to encounter remarkable individuals, pivotal moments, and fascinating insights that will make you appreciate health and safety, and environmental management as far more than just red tape… no RRC International marketing@rrc.co.uk The Stardust Nightclub Fire - 1981 https://rrc-history-pod.fireside.fm/ep17 8993e370-fdfa-4d27-b5f8-49cd50327db4 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 RRC International full 1 RRC International Tune in as we delve into the Stardust Nightclub Fire of 1981 and discover how the causes of this tragedy reshaped fire safety standards and continues to impact regulations today. 13:45 no Join us as we delve into the tragic Stardust Fire of 1981, a catastrophic event that claimed 48 lives and injured over 200 people in a Dublin nightclub. On Valentine’s Day, an intense fire rapidly engulfed the Stardust, revealing critical safety failures like locked emergency exits, flammable interior materials, and overcrowding. We'll explore the causes, the aftermath, and the sweeping changes in fire safety regulations that resulted from this devastating night. Tune in to understand how this disaster reshaped fire safety standards and continues to impact regulations today. RRC, health and safety, safety, NEBOSH, IOSH, fire safety, The Stardust Nightclub Fire, Stardust Victims Commitee, fire, dancing, drinking, nightclub, Ireland, Dublin, food factory, Justice Ronan Keane, The Butterly Family, fire safety standards, fire regulations, blocked exits, Join us as we delve into the tragic Stardust Fire of 1981, a catastrophic event that claimed 48 lives and injured over 200 people in a Dublin nightclub. On Valentine’s Day, an intense fire rapidly engulfed the Stardust, revealing critical safety failures like locked emergency exits, flammable interior materials, and overcrowding. We'll explore the causes, the aftermath, and the sweeping changes in fire safety regulations that resulted from this devastating night.
Tune in to understand how this disaster reshaped fire safety standards and continues to impact regulations today.

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Tune in to understand how this disaster reshaped fire safety standards and continues to impact regulations today.

]]> The Great Fire of London - 1666 https://rrc-history-pod.fireside.fm/ep12 de6ec06c-8fd1-46ba-bd69-4dbe23c82f9b Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0100 RRC International full 1 RRC International In this podcast episode, we delve into the events that unfolded during the Great Fire of London. Tune in to learn more about this devastating chapter in the city's history. 24:35 no In this podcast episode, we delve into the events that unfolded during the Great Fire of London. Join us as we explore how a small bakery in Pudding Lane became the unfortunate spark that ignited the city. Fanned by powerful winds, the flames quickly engulfed buildings and continued their relentless path of destruction for days. Surprisingly, the official death toll stood at a mere six individuals, but the aftermath of the fire left a staggering 85% of London's population without homes. RRC, health and safety, safety, NEBOSH, IOSH, London, Fire, 1666, Great Fire, Great Fire of London, Samuel Pepys, King Charles II, City of London, Pudding Lane In this podcast episode, we delve into the events that unfolded during the Great Fire of London.
Join us as we explore how a small bakery in Pudding Lane became the unfortunate spark that ignited the city. Fanned by powerful winds, the flames quickly engulfed buildings and continued their relentless path of destruction for days.
Surprisingly, the official death toll stood at a mere six individuals, but the aftermath of the fire left a staggering 85% of London's population without homes.

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Join us as we explore how a small bakery in Pudding Lane became the unfortunate spark that ignited the city. Fanned by powerful winds, the flames quickly engulfed buildings and continued their relentless path of destruction for days.
Surprisingly, the official death toll stood at a mere six individuals, but the aftermath of the fire left a staggering 85% of London's population without homes.

]]> The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius - 79AD https://rrc-history-pod.fireside.fm/ep11 431f0905-9755-4bf4-860d-1e8fbd984460 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100 RRC International full 1 RRC International In this episode, we explore an event that many of us know by name but perhaps not in detail: the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD – a catastrophe that obliterated Pompeii and Herculaneum. 15:57 no In this episode of our podcast, we explore the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in August 79 AD. We detail the series of pyroclastic surges and ash clouds unleashed during the eruption, which launched a colossal column of volcanic ash and gases into the sky. We also discuss the ferocious pyroclastic flows, swift currents of hot gas and volcanic debris which reached temperatures exceeding several hundred degrees Celsius, hauntingly preserving the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum for future discovery. This event had a major impact on the region and is remembered as one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. RRC, health and safety, safety, NEBOSH, IOSH, Mount Vesuvius, Volcano, Italy, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Natural disaster, Volcanic Eruption, 79AD, First Century, Fire, Ash, Lava In this episode of our podcast, we explore the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in August 79 AD.
We detail the series of pyroclastic surges and ash clouds unleashed during the eruption, which launched a colossal column of volcanic ash and gases into the sky.
We also discuss the ferocious pyroclastic flows, swift currents of hot gas and volcanic debris which reached temperatures exceeding several hundred degrees Celsius, hauntingly preserving the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum for future discovery.
This event had a major impact on the region and is remembered as one of the deadliest natural disasters in history.

]]> In this episode of our podcast, we explore the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in August 79 AD.
We detail the series of pyroclastic surges and ash clouds unleashed during the eruption, which launched a colossal column of volcanic ash and gases into the sky.
We also discuss the ferocious pyroclastic flows, swift currents of hot gas and volcanic debris which reached temperatures exceeding several hundred degrees Celsius, hauntingly preserving the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum for future discovery.
This event had a major impact on the region and is remembered as one of the deadliest natural disasters in history.

]]> King's Cross Fire - 1987 https://rrc-history-pod.fireside.fm/ep4 b6bc55f3-486d-4695-966e-0525dfa2af25 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000 RRC International full 1 RRC International Tune in to learn about the immediate impacts of the King's Cross fire, the heroic efforts of firefighters, and the lasting changes in safety protocols as a result of this tragic incident. 28:25 no Join us in this episode as we delve into the tragic events that unfolded at King's Cross station on November 18, 1987. A small flame, ignited by a lit match falling through a gap on a wooden escalator, sparked a catastrophic blaze, claiming the lives of 31 individuals, including a senior firefighter, and injuring many others. Tune in to learn about the immediate impacts of the fire, the heroic efforts of firefighters, and the lasting changes in safety protocols as a result of this tragic incident. RRC, King's Cross, fire, 1987, London, tube, TFL, trains, health and safety, safety, NEBOSH, IOSH Join us in this episode as we delve into the tragic events that unfolded at King's Cross station on November 18, 1987.

A small flame, ignited by a lit match falling through a gap on a wooden escalator, sparked a catastrophic blaze, claiming the lives of 31 individuals, including a senior firefighter, and injuring many others.

Tune in to learn about the immediate impacts of the fire, the heroic efforts of firefighters, and the lasting changes in safety protocols as a result of this tragic incident.

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A small flame, ignited by a lit match falling through a gap on a wooden escalator, sparked a catastrophic blaze, claiming the lives of 31 individuals, including a senior firefighter, and injuring many others.

Tune in to learn about the immediate impacts of the fire, the heroic efforts of firefighters, and the lasting changes in safety protocols as a result of this tragic incident.

]]> The Globe Theatre Fire - 1613 https://rrc-history-pod.fireside.fm/ep1 4e983609-c464-40aa-adb4-ab3fa7ec96f7 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:30:00 +0000 RRC International full 1 RRC International Join us as we uncover the story behind this fiery mishap and its lasting impact on theatre construction. 29:25 no In this episode, we explore a dramatic incident from the world of theatre. Imagine a bustling performance, the anticipation of the crowd at its peak. Suddenly, a canon misfires, igniting the wooden beams and thatching of the theatre. Within an hour, the entire structure is engulfed in flames and burns to the ground. Miraculously, no one is injured. Join us as we uncover the story behind this fiery mishap and its lasting impact on theatre construction. RRC, Globe Theatre, fire, 1613, Shakespeare, health and safety, safety, NEBOSH, IOSH In this episode, we explore a dramatic incident from the world of theatre. Imagine a bustling performance, the anticipation of the crowd at its peak. Suddenly, a canon misfires, igniting the wooden beams and thatching of the theatre. Within an hour, the entire structure is engulfed in flames and burns to the ground. Miraculously, no one is injured.

Join us as we uncover the story behind this fiery mishap and its lasting impact on theatre construction.

]]> In this episode, we explore a dramatic incident from the world of theatre. Imagine a bustling performance, the anticipation of the crowd at its peak. Suddenly, a canon misfires, igniting the wooden beams and thatching of the theatre. Within an hour, the entire structure is engulfed in flames and burns to the ground. Miraculously, no one is injured.

Join us as we uncover the story behind this fiery mishap and its lasting impact on theatre construction.

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