48 Best Cultural History Podcasts
Cultural History Podcasts
Here are 48 Best Cultural History Podcasts worth listening to in 2026.
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Decoder Ring is the show about cracking cultural mysteries. In each episode, host Willa Paskin takes a cultural question, object, or habit; examines its history; and tries to figure out what it means and why it matters. Get more of Decoder Ring with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of Decoder Ring and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Decoder Ring show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or visit slate.com/decoderplus for access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Host Willa Paskin
Producer/Network Slate Podcasts
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Frank Hentschel, Eli Spindel +83 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 2.9KFacebook 1.4MTwitter 1.4MInstagram 130.8K Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Since Apr 2018 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google
2. Literature and History
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With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, Ancient Greece and Rome, the birth of Christianity, and the early Middle Ages. The show's current season is on early Islamic history...more Host Doug Metzger
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 2.7KFacebook 3.7KTwitter 2.6K Avg Length 133 min Format Extended Since Feb 2016 Get Email Contact
3. Dressed: The History of Fashion
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With over 8 billion people in the world, we all have one thing in common. Every day we all get dressed. Join Dressed as we explore the social and cultural histories behind the who, what, when of why we wear.more Hosts Cassidy Zachary, April Calahan
Producer/Network Dressed Media
Email ****@dressedhistory.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Mary Wilson, Jo Weldon +19 more
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 2.1KFacebook 2.9KTwitter 1.5KInstagram 94.4K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Since Feb 2018 Get Email Contact
4. The Gilded Gentleman
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The Gilded Gentleman history podcast takes listeners on a cultural and social journey into the mansions, salons, dining rooms, libraries and theatres including the worlds above as well as below stairs of America's Gilded Age, France's Belle Epoque and late Victorian and Edwardian England. thegildedgentleman.commore Host Carl Raymond
Email ****@thegildedgentleman.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Peggy Gavan, Natalie Nudell +26 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 892 Avg Length 61 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
5. Urban Legends
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Luke Mordue examines the historical impact of the stories that haunt our society, tales that have gripped towns and cities worldwide for centuries as actual events - Urban Legends. First, hear the tales retold as short stories before delving into the history of the legend, dissecting its cultural significance, factuality, and origins.more Host Luke Mordue
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 388Facebook 3.8K Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
6. Unsinkable: The Titanic Podcast
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Welcome to Unsinkable, an intense look at the cultural history of Titanic and its era. The history of the ship is laden with: women, people of color, families that have spoken up and lived out loud to leave a legacy we cannot ignore. The past is present and the future. We cannot make the mistakes of our ancestors.more Host L.A. Beadles
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests James Penca, Richard Stone +1 more
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 282Twitter 291Instagram 2K Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
7. A Musical Theatre Podcast
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Conversations revealing the cultural and emotional impact of our favorite musicals in theatre history.On each episode of 'A Musical Theatre Podcast,' Jeff welcomes a special guest to explore one musical from theatre history. Together they get to the heart of the show's cultural and emotional impact by looking at its creators, context, and storytelling. Always fun and heartfelt, this is the podcast to celebrate the humanity of our musical theatre art form.more Host Jeffrey Scott Parsons
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Maria-Christina Oliveras, Kevin Chamberlin +28 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 190Twitter 424Instagram 3.7K Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
8. BROADWAY NATION
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A lively and opinionated cultural history of the Broadway Musical that tells the extraordinary story of how Immigrants, Jews, Queers, African-Americans and other outcasts invented the Broadway Musical, and how they changed America in the process.In Season One, host David Armstrong traces the evolution of American Musical Theater from its birth at the dawn of the 20th Century, through its mid-century 'Golden Age', and right up to its current 21st Century renaissance; and also explore how musicals have reflected and shaped our world -- especially in regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, ..more Host David Armstrong
Producer/Network Broadway Podcast Network
Email ****@davidarmstrongproductions.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Paige Allan, Stacy Wolf +11 more
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 136Facebook 737Twitter 459Instagram 1.4K Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
9. The History of American Food
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Starting with the first English settlements in the 17th Century, this podcasts traces how we went from barrels of salted meat & peas to Korean bbq tacos and the largest grocery store selections ever seen anywhere in the world. We'll go everywhere - and it is full of surprises. Show Notes: https://thehistoryofamericanfood.blogspot.com/ Email: ****@gmail.com Substack: https://thoafood.substack.com/ Internets: @THoAFoodmore Host Margaret Hardin
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 130Instagram 312 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
10. Rounders: A History of Baseball in America
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Rounders: A History of Baseball in America examines baseball's journey from a diversion played on the outskirts of small towns to a pastime continually shaping this country's cultural identity. This sport isn't just about a ball-and-stick. It's a snapshot of ourselves, our nation, and our world.Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rounders/subscribemore Host Jeffrey A. Lambert
Producer/Network Shaker Road Media, LLC.
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 123Facebook 572Twitter 106Instagram 1.3K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
11. Object
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The histories and meanings behind the art, images, and cultural objects we encounter every day. Hosted by Ferren Gipson, Object explores visual and material culture, offering a fresh lens on how the things around us shape the way we see and experience the world. This podcast explores topics through thematic seasons. object.substack.commore Email ****@substack.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Gerry Bowler, Judith Flanders
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 92 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
12. The History Of European Theatre
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A podcast tracing the development of theatre from ancient Greece to the present day through the places and people who made theatre happen. More than just dates and lists of plays we'll learn about the social. political and historical context that fostered the creation of dramatic art.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Host Philip Rowe
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Rob Eastaway, Dr Darren Freebury-Jones +6 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 78Facebook 7.4KTwitter 268 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Since May 2020 Get Email Contact
13. The History of Film
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A (mostly) chronological exploration of international film history. Each episode is a deep dive into the history of the people, events, technologies, cultural forces, and most all the movies that have molded cinema into what it is today! Join host Jacob Aschieris and other listeners for an in depth, thoughtful listening experience, and learn why no story ever written for the screen is as dramatic as the story of the screen itself!more Host Jacob Aschieris
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 64 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
14. Oh! What a lovely podcast
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A history podcast discussing various cultural genres which reference the First World War, including detective fiction, Star Wars and death metal music, and ask why the First World War has particular popular cultural relevance.more Producer/Network The WW1 History Team
Email ****@ohwhatalovelypodcast.co.uk
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Richard Batten, Jamila Gavin +2 more
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 45Twitter 279Instagram 94 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
15. A Cultural History of Canada
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A bi-weekly discussion that critically engages with the literature, culture, and people that helped inform Canada's unique history. Hosted by two English Literature graduate students Patrick & Mackenzy. Named best podcast of all time by their mothers!more Hosts Patrick, Mackenzy
Producer/Network Patrick & Mackenzy
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Betty Baxter, Shirley Horn +1 more
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 36Facebook 504Twitter 144 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Since May 2020 Get Email Contact
16. Window Dressing
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Part film history, part cultural critique, and heavy with bejeweled gowns, the podcast dives into the intersections between fame, glamour, fashion, and film. And the role they have played in constructing and influencing American culture throughout the last 100 years.more Producer/Network Madelaine Jane Auble
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Jessica Simpson, Curtis Jackson
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17. The Untold History of Sports in America
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Join celebrated history professor Matthew Andrews for discussions about sports from their earliest days in the colonies all the way to their present status as culture defining billion dollar industries. Sports are more than a collection of games, much more. From Jackie Robinson to the 1968 Olympics to Mia Hamm, sports have provided a stage for important conversations about equality and justice, and helped push the American experiment forward one generation after the next. Check back for new episodes every Tuesday & Thursday...more Producer/Network iHeartPodcasts
Email ****@howstuffworks.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Mia Hamm, Larry Bird +1 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
18. Adirondack Community Story Project
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Adirondack Community is a multi-year local history project that collects and organizes audio stories and related photographs from Town of Keene community members through an online platform to share the rich social and cultural history of this community located in New York State's Adirondack Mountains.See www.myadirondackstory.org. Each podcast includes a collection of stories related to a specific topic.more Hosts Trinity Ashe, Lacey Lawrence
Producer/Network Jery Y. Huntley
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
19. Black Washed History
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Discover the Untold Stories of Black History with Black Washed History Explore the hidden history of Black culture and uncover the untold stories that have shaped the world with Black Washed History—a podcast that goes beyond the usual narratives to explore forgotten history, trailblazing historical figures, and groundbreaking cultural milestones. Formerly known as The Coin: Black History on the Other Side, this podcast reveals the lesser-known chapters of Black history that deserve recognition and celebration...more Host Brittany Wilkins
Email ****@historiansconnect.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 10Twitter 18Instagram 142 Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Since Jul 2020 Get Email Contact
20. The Neo Historian
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The Neo Historian is a history of culture podcast. Each episode we delve into the history of a cultural event or artwork and hear from hear from acclaimed authors about their historical research interests and recent publications.New episodes every first of the month. https://www.theneohistorian.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Producer/Network Saleema Adu Smith
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Dr Guy Mankowski, Dr Matt Lodder +4 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
21. From Hills To Hollers
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An all things traditional music podcast. Together we will explore histories, stories and cultural backgrounds of traditional music from many parts of the world. With the help of ethnomusicologists, musicians, storytellers, record collectors and archivists I hope to share more than just a song or a tune or a style of music but an insight into a deeper understanding of cultural practices, history and tradition, all through the lense of music. more Host Alex Jones
Producer/Network Alexander Muñoz Jones
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Dan Foster
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
22. The Nasty Cast: A Video Nasties Podcast
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The 'Video Nasty' panic of the 1980s in the U.K. helped shape a culture and frame a government, censoring cult, exploitation and horror films for the masses.Join the Marks (McManus and Adams) as they explore this unique slice of British cultural history, from how it all started, what it all meant, and how - decades later - it still impacts what we can watch...more Producer/Network Film Stories
Email ****@akimbo.org.uk
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
23. Culinary Connections: Asian American Food Stories
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An exploration of how Asian American cuisine has shaped and been shaped by the American cultural landscape. Through personal narratives, historical analysis, and culinary evolution, we examine how traditional Asian recipes transformed into unique Asian American dishes while preserving cultural identity. The series investigates pivotal moments in Asian American food history, from early immigrant-owned establishments to modern fusion innovations.more Host Dylan G
Email ****@rhythmpodcaststudios.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 1/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
24. Worldwide Wedding Rituals
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Worldwide Wedding Rituals is a narrative podcast that explores one marriage custom per episode, explaining its history, meaning, and cultural context. Each ritual is carefully fact‑checked and discussed, comparing local traditions with global parallels to show how different societies celebrate love and commitment.more Producer/Network LZ Media
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25. The Civilization of Taste
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The Civilization of Taste explores the intersection of food, culture, technology, and human civilization.Through stories of coffee, beer, bread, spices, sugar, fermentation, and global trade, we uncover how food has shaped societies, economies, and the human experience throughout history.A podcast for anyone interested in food history, gastronomy, cultural history, and the evolution of taste.https://www.youtube.com/@MatMatch | https://nemoneai.com | A fruitful use of your timemore Producer/Network Nemone AIM
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26. The Women of Ireland Project
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An oral and cultural history project exploring the socio-cultural and historical forces that have shaped women of Ireland. Hosted by social scientist, Dr. Belinda Vigors belindavigors.substack.commore Producer/Network Exploring the hidden forces that have shaped women of Ireland
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Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 71 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
27. Comic History of the United States
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Join us on an engaging journey through the pages of American history, where we explore the fascinating interplay between comics and the cultural narrative of the United States. Discover how iconic comic characters and storylines have both reflected and shaped the society we live in, all while enjoying a blend of humor and insightful commentary.more Email ****@podcastlibrary.org
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28. The YIVO Institute for Jewish Research Podcast
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A podcast from the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research featuring talks, lectures, and cultural programming on Jewish history, language, and culture. Learn more at www.yivo.org.
Producer/Network New Books Network
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 65 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
29. A History Geek's Reading Companion
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What if the novels you love were windows into the world that shaped them? I'm Joanna Chavez, an amateur historian with a passion for literature and archival deep dives, and in this podcast, we explore the real history behind the fiction.Each week, I dig into primary sources and historical scholarship to uncover the political, social, and cultural backdrops that influenced classic works like Pride & Prejudice, The Count of Monte Cristo, and Crime & Punishment. Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or a history nerd, consider this your reading companion.New episodes every week.more Producer/Network Joanna Chavez
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact
30. The Threads of History
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The Threads of History with Theodore Alexander History is not a list of dates, it's a collection of lives, habits, clothes , customs , and quiet revolutions. The Threads of History explores the past through the lens of clothing, style, and personal presentation, pulling on the overlooked details that connect fashion, grooming, and appearance to power, identity, and social change. From the cut of a coat to the tying of a cravat, each episode traces how what people wore and how they presented themselves shaped the world around them...more Producer/Network Theodore Alexander
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
31. Tea Drinking In 18th-Century America: Its Etiquette And Equipage
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The title of this 1961 Smithsonian Institution bulletin says it all. 'In 18th-century America, the pleasant practice of taking tea at home was an established social custom with a recognized code of manners and distinctive furnishings. Pride was taken in a correct and fashionable tea table whose equipage included much more than teapot, cups, and saucers...more Email ****@podcastlibrary.org
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32. The Prep School Negro | African American Music, Lyrics & Cultural History
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The Prep School Negro explores the history, meaning, and cultural impact of African American music through thoughtful lyric analysis. Each episode examines spirituals, blues, gospel, soul, funk, hip-hop, and R&B, revealing how songs preserve history, identity, protest, and lived experience. From classic recordings to modern masterpieces, we uncover the stories behind unforgettable lyrics, influential artists, and the moments that shaped generations of Black music and culture through careful reading, historical context, and meaningful discussion.more Producer/Network Alex
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33. Mythhaps
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Mythhaps is a podcast exploring the folklore, myths, and unexplained stories of Indonesia and beyond. Through immersive storytelling, cultural history, personal memories, artistic interpretation and philosophical reflection, each episode uncovers how these legends were born, how they shaped communities, and what they might still reveal about us today.From restless spirits and ancient jungle beings to stories passed between families for generations, Mythhaps explores the space where fear, culture, art, and humanity intersect.more Producer/Network Randy Jaya
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34. Artifacts. History for Curious Minds.
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Artifacts: History for the Curious is a history podcast about the surprising stories hiding in plain sight. Each episode uncovers the history of ordinary things—highways, clothing hangers, Amish communities, inventions, customs, landmarks, and ideas we take for granted. It's American history, cultural history, local history, and social history told through objects, places, and odd questions. For anyone who has ever wondered: How did this get here—and what does it reveal about us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Producer/Network Eddy Blake
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
35. Cafe Con Lourdes
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Café Con Lourdes' is a warm and inviting podcast where we honor, educate, and celebrate the richness of Latino culture and history, all over a comforting cup of digital coffee.Hosted by Lourdes Bigio, this podcast is more than just a history lesson; it's a vibrant exploration of the herencia (heritage) that shapes the lives of millions. Each episode blends insightful education on the diverse histories, traditions, and achievements of the Latino world with intimate, heartfelt conversations. Pull up a chair and join Lourdes and her guests as they share personal stories about their cultural.more Producer/Network Lourdes Bigio
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36. Norwegian bunads
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Norwegian Bunads is a podcast about the history, craftsmanship, and cultural meaning of Norway's national dress.Produced by Hulda Bunader in Oslo, the series explores the traditions, textiles, techniques, and stories behind bunads — from historical garments and regional identities to the bunad movement and the legacy of Hulda Garborg.Created especially for Norwegian-Americans and anyone interested in Norwegian heritage, this podcast offers deeper insight into one of Norway's most treasured cultural traditions.more Email ****@huldabunader.no
Recent Guest Hege Steihaug Barstad
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37. Scandinarnia
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Scandinarnia: Unlocking the Dark & Mystical North What if the stories we were told as children were never meant for children at all? Scandinarnia opens the door to the older, darker layers of Scandinavian mythology, folklore, and cultural history—before they were softened, simplified, and made safe. This is a podcast for those who want to understand not only the stories themselves, but the world that created them...more Apple Rating 1/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
38. Girl Dinner History
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A podcast that explores what women ate throughout history, film, and fiction, one plate at a time. Each episode explores a 'day on a plate' grounded in historical research, social class, and cultural context, from Regency dining rooms to pop culture icons and literary heroines.You'll hear detailed food histories, surprising everyday meals, and the traditions and ingredients that shaped women's lives across different eras. It's for anyone who loves history, food, and the small but revealing details behind iconic characters and real women.more Producer/Network Jess L
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39. Asian Ethnic Cultures Archive | 亚洲族群档案
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The Show is a dedicated audio project documenting the diverse and often overlooked ethnic landscapes of Asia. Hosted by a cross-cultural practitioner, this podcast delves into the intricate tapestry of ethnic identity, exploring ancient histories, evolving religious beliefs, and the lived realities of minority communities. From the maritime heritage of the Cham people to the cultural resilience of inland tribes, we provide a scholarly yet accessible archive of field observations and historical analysis. Join us as we preserve the voices and heritage of Asia's vanishing cultural frontiers.more Producer/Network Asian Ethnic Cultures Archive
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40. Creature of the Week
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Creature of the Week dives deep into the fascinating history and cultural evolution of the legendary beings that have shaped folklore for centuries. Each episode unravels the tales behind these fantastical creatures, exploring the myths, science and history that gave rise to them. History buff? Mythology lover? Just curious about the creatures of legend? Tune in and get lost in the lore!more Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact
41. Echoes From The Ash Grove
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Echoes from the Ash Grove is a documentary storytelling series inspired by the legendary Los Angeles music club founded by Ed Pearl.Each episode revisits a moment in cultural history first explored on the Ash Grove radio broadcasts — tracing how folk, blues and protest music shaped movements far beyond the stage.From Chile under Pinochet to the American folk revival, from exiled singers to underground clubs on Melrose Avenue, this series explores the nights when music wasn't just entertainment — it was memory, resistance, and power.more Email ****@icloud.com
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42. Fashioned by Time
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👠 Fashioned by Time uncovers the hidden history of fashion—one garment at a time. Hosted by Amelia Harrow, each episode explores personal style, iconic silhouettes, cultural influence, and the designers and movements that shaped identity, rebellion, and elegance through the decades. 🕰more Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact
43. Atlanta History Project
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Little Five Points is a great neighborhood and a blow-by-blow summary of Atlanta's cultural history. And it didn't become that way by accident.Join Brandyn Buchanan (The Pro Poster) as he partners with the ongoing WRFG / L5P Oral History Project to capture the heartbeat of this iconic community. In each episode, Brandyn sits down - whether over the phone, via Discord, or in-person - with the business owners, artists, and long-time residents who shaped, and continue to shape, the soul of Little Five Points.Together, they dive deep into the memories that matter: the sensory details, the legend..more Producer/Network Brandyn Buchanan
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44. Flavors of Time: Stories Behind Iconic Dishes
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Dive into the rich history and captivating stories behind the world's most beloved dishes. Each episode of Flavors of Time explores the origins, evolution, and cultural significance of a dish from diverse cuisines. From age-old traditions to modern-day favorites, uncover the flavors that connect people across time and borders. Perfect for foodies, history buffs, and curious listeners alike! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact
45. Our Culture, Our Heritage
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This X-rays the unique diverse cultural history of the Cross River People
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46. Revolution Come and Gone
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In the early '90s, a vibrant American underground music scene was dragged kicking and screaming into mainstream visibility with turbulent, controversial, sometimes hilarious results. Musician Dylan Metrano and writer Gregory S. Moss speak with major bands, producers, label heads and hangers-on of the era, look back and try to make sense of this transformative moment in American cultural history. If you're hungry to hear about the independent, lo-fi, garage, grunge, avant-garde and punk music of the late 20th century, this podcast will fill your goddamn socks.more Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Toby Ingalls, Thalia Zedek +14 more
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47. TraegerMethod Podcast
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West Coast America-centric punk / indie cultural history as told by the people who lived it with a dose of mindfulness and non-duality talk.
Host Jason Traeger
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 60Instagram 4.1K Avg Length 105 min Format Extended Since Nov 2020 Get Email Contact
48. Connecticut Music Oral History Podcast
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The Connecticut Music Oral History Podcast is a deep-dive interview series with musicians, artists, conduits, collectors, and dedicated fans focusing on 20th century Connecticut music history across all genres. This project preserves narratives, heralds unsung movers and shakers, and defines Connecticut's influential role in cultural history.more Email ****@westportlibrary.org
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| Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Podcast Episodes | Gender | Twitter Handle | Location | |
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| Willa Paskin | Host | slate.com/podcasts/decoder-ring | 661 | Female | @willapaskin | New York City, NY, United States | |
| Doug Metzger | Host | literatureandhistory.libsyn.com | 222 | Male | @lahpodcast | CA, United States | |
| Cassidy Zachary | Co Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/dressed | 971 | Female | @theartofdresscz | Corrales, NM, United States | |
| April Calahan | Co Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/dressed | 971 | Female | New York City, NY, United States | ||
| Carl Raymond | Host | 176 | Male | ||||
| Luke Mordue | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/urbanlegendspodcast | 346 | Male | London, United Kingdom | ||
| L.A. Beadles | Host | unsinkablepod.com/episodes | 258 | Male | Asheville, NC, United States | ||
| Jeffrey Scott Parsons | Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/amusicaltheatrepodcast | 504 | Male | |||
| David Armstrong | Host | broadway-nation.com/blog | 320 | Male | Seattle, WA, United States | ||
| Margaret Hardin | Host | 121 | Female | ||||
| Jeffrey A. Lambert | Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rounders | 179 | Male | @jeffreyalambert | FL, United States | |
| Philip Rowe | Host | history-of-european-theatre.captivate.fm | 369 | Male | |||
| Jacob Aschieris | Host | feeds.buzzsprout.com/1171658 | 80 | Male | Vancouver, WA, United States | ||
| Patrick | Co Host | historiacanadiana.wordpress.com | 382 | Male | |||
| Mackenzy | Co Host | historiacanadiana.wordpress.com | 382 | Male | |||
| Trinity Ashe | Co Host | myadirondackstory.org/podcasts | 51 | Female | |||
| Lacey Lawrence | Co Host | myadirondackstory.org/podcasts | 51 | Female | |||
| Brittany Wilkins | Host | buzzsprout.com/1227365 | 128 | Female | @brittanywilkins | United States | |
| Alex Jones | Host | 3 | |||||
| Dylan G | Host | 89 | Male | ||||
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