90 Best History Podcasts to Listen to in 2025

1. Revisionist History

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Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Pushkin Industries. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance.To get early access to ad-free episodes and extra content, subscribe to Pushkin in Apple Podcasts are pushkin.fm/pus.iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries.MORE Host Malcolm Gladwell
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 841KTwitter 671.8KInstagram 385.6K Avg Length 37 min Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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What started as a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span has evolved into enlightening conversations for the not-so-short attention span. Whether it's a short mystery, a long conversation, or an audio book, The Way I Heard It is a veritable box of chocolates for the ears, because you never know what you're going to get.MORE Host Mike Rowe
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Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 89 min Get Email Contact

3. The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

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Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds picks a subject from history and examine it.
Hosts Dave Anthony, Gareth Reynolds
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4. Slow Burn

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Slow Burn illuminates America's most consequential moments, making sense of the past to better understand the present. Through archival tape and first-person interviews, the series uncovers the surprising events and little-known characters lurking within the biggest stories of our time.Want more Slow Burn? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to Slow Burn and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slow Burn show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/slowburnplus to get access wherever you listen...MORE Hosts Christina Cauterucci, Josh Levin
Producer/Network Slate Podcasts
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 1.4MTwitter 1.6MInstagram 91.8K Avg Length 45 min Get Email Contact

5. Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Join Holly and Tracy as they bring you the greatest and strangest Stuff You Missed In History Class in this podcast by iHeartRadio.
Hosts Holly Frey, Tracy Wilson
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 516KTwitter 38.6KInstagram 38.9K Avg Length 32 min Get Email Contact

6. History Extra podcast

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The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts.Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories behind your favourite films, TV shows and period dramas, as well as compelling insights into lesser-known aspects of the past.  We delve into global history stories spanning the ancient world right up to the modern day...MORE Hosts Ellie Cawthorne, Rhiannon Davies, Rob Attar
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 534.6KTwitter 351.6KInstagram 75.3K Avg Length 44 min Get Email Contact

7. The History Chicks : A Women's History Podcast

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Two women. Half the population. Several thousand years of history. About an hour. Join us on an award-winning journey through herstory! The History Chicks celebrates the lives of remarkable women from ancient times to the modern day, exploring women's history in engaging episodes full of deep research, pop culture references, and the occasional tumble down a rabbit hole.MORE Hosts Beckett Graham, Susan Vollenweider
Producer/Network The History Chicks | QCODE
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 25.7KTwitter 9.3K Avg Length 105 min Get Email Contact

8. You Must Remember This

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You Must Remember This is a storytelling podcast exploring the secret and/or forgotten histories of Hollywood's first century. It's the brainchild and passion project of Karina Longworth (founder of Cinematical.com, former film critic for LA Weekly), who writes, narrates, records and edits each episode. It is a heavily-researched work of creative nonfiction: navigating through conflicting reports, mythology, and institutionalized spin, Karina tries to sort out what really happened behind the films, stars and scandals of the 20th century.MORE Host Karina Longworth
Producer/Network Karina Longworth
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 16.7KTwitter 39.8KInstagram 47.3K Avg Length 65 min Since Apr 2014 Get Email Contact

9. Throughline

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Throughline is a time machine. Each episode, we travel beyond the headlines to answer the question, 'How did we get here?' We use sound and stories to bring history to life and put you into the middle of it. From ancient civilizations to forgotten figures, we take you directly to the moments that shaped our world. Throughline is hosted by Peabody Award-winning journalists Rund Abdelfatah and Ramtin Arablouei.Subscribe to Throughline ...MORE Hosts Ramtin Arablouei, Rund Abdelfatah
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 7.7MTwitter 20.9K Avg Length 51 min Since Jan 2019 Video Podcast YouTube
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10. Ridiculous History

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History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.MORE Hosts Ben Bowlin, Noel Brown
Producer/Network iHeartPodcasts
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 7.7KTwitter 3KInstagram 4K Avg Length 40 min Video Podcast YouTube
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11. Origin Story

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What are the real stories behind the most misunderstood and abused ideas in politics? From Conspiracy Theory to Woke to Centrism and beyond, Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey dig into the astonishing secret histories of concepts you thought you knew.Want to support us in making future seasons? There are now two ways you can help out:• Patreon Get early episodes, live Zooms, merchandise and more from just £5 per month.• Apple Podcasts  Want everything in one place with one easy payment? Subscribe to our premium feed on Apple Podcasts for ad-free shows early and bonus editions too...MORE Hosts Dorian Lynskey, Ian Dunt
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12. Everything Everywhere Daily

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Learn something new every day!Everything Everywhere Daily is a daily podcast for Intellectually Curious People. Host Gary Arndt tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Gary is an accomplished world traveler, travel photographer, and polymath. Topics covered include history, science, mathematics, anthropology, archeology, geography, and culture. Past history episodes have dealt with ancient Rome, Phoenicia, Persia, Greece, China, Egypt, and India...MORE Host Gary Arndt
Producer/Network Gary Arndt | Glassbox Media
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 103.4KTwitter 141.4KInstagram 176.9K Avg Length 16 min Video Podcast YouTube
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13. In Our Time

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Spanning history, religion, culture, science and philosophy, In Our Time from BBC Radio 4 is essential listening for the intellectually curious. In each episode, host Melvyn Bragg and expert guests explore the characters, events and discoveries that have shaped our world. History fans can learn about pivotal wars and societal upheavals, such as the rise and fall of Napoleon, the Sack of Rome in 1527, and the political intrigue of the Russian Revolution...MORE Host Melvyn Bragg
Producer/Network BBC
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 4.7KTwitter 48.1K Avg Length 53 min Get Email Contact

14. American History Tellers

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The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life - the words you speak, the ideas you share - can be traced to our history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? We'll take you to the events, the times and the people that shaped our nation. And we'll show you how our history affected them, their families and affects you today. Hosted by Lindsay Graham (not the Senator). From Wondery, the network behind American Scandal, Tides of History, American Innovations and more...MORE Host Lindsay Graham
Producer/Network Wondery
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 3.3KTwitter 3.5K Avg Length 28 min Get Email Contact

15. Witness History

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Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from football in Brazil, the history of the 'Indian Titanic' and the invention of air fryers, to Public Enemy's Fight The Power, subway art and the political crisis in Georgia...MORE Producer/Network BBC
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16. Dan Carlin's Hardcore History: Addendum

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Interviews, musings and extra material from the makers of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History. If it did not fit in the HH feed it's probably here
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 86.9KTwitter 435.9K Avg Length 92 min Get Email Contact

17. This Day

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'This Day' takes you beyond the head-spinning headlines of today and into the unexpected historical moments that have shaped American politics. Hosted by Jody Avirgan (538), and historians Nicole Hemmer (Vanderbilt), and Kellie Carter Jackson (Wellesley), each episode explores a moment from that day in U.S. political history to uncover its lasting impact. On Sunday episodes, Jody, Niki and Kellie react to current news with their usual mix of humor, analysis, and historical perspective.New episodes released Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays...MORE Hosts Jody Avirgan, Nicole Hemmer, Kellie Carter Jackson
Producer/Network Radiotopia
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 93Twitter 4.4K Avg Length 23 min Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

18. Our Fake History

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A podcast about myths we think are history and history that might be hidden in myths! Awesome stories that really (maybe) happened!
Host Sebastian Major
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 10KTwitter 5.7K Avg Length 79 min Get Email Contact

19. Cold War Conversations

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Experience the Cold War like never before through award-winning, real-life stories told by those who lived it. Each week, we bring you firsthand accounts from soldiers, spies, civilians, and more, capturing the full spectrum of Cold War experiences.Host Ian Sanders takes you beyond the history books, delivering raw, personal stories where every breath, pause, and emotion adds depth to understanding this pivotal era.This is Cold War history, told from the inside...MORE Host Ian Sanders
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 5.3KTwitter 19.3K Avg Length 66 min Get Email Contact

20. History's Greatest Idiots

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Ever wanted to know more about the people behind the biggest mistakes, blunders, and screw-ups in history? Join Lev and Derek as they scour the Earth for the funniest examples of bad decision making ever conceived by the human mind.MORE Producer/Network History's Greatest Idiots
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21. Tides of History

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Everywhere around us are echoes of the past. Those echoes define the boundaries of states and countries, how we pray and how we fight. They determine what money we spend and how we earn it at work, what language we speak and how we raise our children. From Wondery, host Patrick Wyman, PhD ('Fall Of Rome') helps us understand our world and how it got to be the way it is.Listen to Tides of History on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to bonus episodes available exclusively and ad-free on Wondery . Join Wondery in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify...MORE Host Patrick Wyman
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 2.5KTwitter 3.9KInstagram 121K Avg Length 38 min Since Jul 2017 Get Email Contact

22. HistoryPod

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The 'on this day in history' podcast, with a new episode every single day. Featuring historical events that range from the Roman Empire to the World Wide Web, HistoryPod proves that there is always something to be remembered 'on this day'. Written and presented by Scott Allsop, creator of the award-winning www.mrallsophistory.comMORE Host Scott Allsop
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 464Twitter 7.3K Get Email Contact

23. Ben Franklin's World

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This is a multiple award-winning podcast about early American history. It's a show for people who love history and who want to know more about the historical people and events that have impacted and shaped our present-day world. Each episode features conversations with professional historians who help shed light on important people and events in early American history. It is produced by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.MORE Host Liz Covart
Producer/Network Airwave Media
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 3.8KTwitter 3.1K Avg Length 61 min Get Email Contact

24. My History Can Beat Up Your Politics

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Since 2006, this podcast has been using history to elevate today's political debates.  'The perfect antidote to bloviating talking heads, My History is thoughtful, nuanced, and highly engaging.' -Columbia Journalism ReviewMORE Host Bruce Carlson
Producer/Network Airwave History
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 6.6KTwitter 3.4K Avg Length 33 min Since Jul 2006 Get Email Contact

25. Dark Histories

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Fortnightly narratives on the unsolved and the unexplained, mysteries, historical true crime, touches of the paranormal and cultural peculiarities.
Host Ben Cutmore
Producer/Network Ben Cutmore
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 3.3KTwitter 2.5KInstagram 6.4K Avg Length 65 min Since Jul 2017 Video Podcast YouTube
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26. The History of WWII Podcast

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A biweekly history podcast covering the last great war. Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail. The History of WWII Podcast is produced and narrated by Ray Harris Jr. Ray has a degree in history from James Madison University. I've been obsessed with the events and people from WWII since I first learned of them. I've been waiting years for someone to do a podcast on WWII and couldn't wait any longer.MORE Host Ray Harris Jr.
Producer/Network Airwave History
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27. History with Jackson

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History is one of the most important topics in the world, it can help us understand who we are, where we've been and where we're going. If you want to learn more about history and our shared past History with Jackson is the podcast for you. Listen as the podcast brings up-to-date historical research from historians, researchers and authors to you in an accessible and digestible way! Join Historian and Host Jackson van Uden as he talks to our guests about history from the beginning of time to the present day, from big political events to the history of small life-changing objects, there's exc..MORE Host Jackson van Uden
Producer/Network History with Jackson
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 547Twitter 1.6KInstagram 5.7K Avg Length 45 min Get Email Contact

28. History on Fire

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Where history and epic collide--'History on Fire' is a podcast by author and university professor Daniele Bolelli.
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Apple Rating 4.7/5 Avg Length 113 min Get Email Contact

29. Beheaded

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Torture. Execution. Death. Listen as two die-hard fans chat about some of history's most gruesome death sentences. From famous queens and kings to the uncommon names in history, no conviction will be left untouched. Try not to lose your head over this comical approach to the shocking and disturbing stories of treason and crime (whether found guilty or not). MORE Hosts Megan Moore, Elizabeth Black
Producer/Network Megan Moore & Elizabeth Black
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30. Veterans Chronicles

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Veterans Chronicles tells the stories of America's greatest heroes in their own words.
Host Greg Corombos
Producer/Network Radio America
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 581.7KTwitter 32.1KInstagram 26.2K Avg Length 38 min Get Email Contact

31. History Unplugged Podcast

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For history lovers who listen to podcasts, History Unplugged is the most comprehensive show of its kind. It's the only show that dedicates episodes to both interviewing experts and answering questions from its audience. First, it features a call-in show where you can ask our resident historian (Scott Rank, PhD) absolutely anything (What was it like to be a Turkish sultan with four wives and twelve concubines? If you were sent back in time, how would you kill Hitler?). Second, it features long-form interviews with best-selling authors who have written about everything...MORE Host Scott Rank
Producer/Network Parthenon
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Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 2.5KTwitter 351 Avg Length 44 min Get Email Contact

32. The History of England

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This my re-telling of the story of England. I aim to be honest, and rigorous - but always loving of my country's history. It is a regular, chronological podcast, starting from the end of Roman Britain. There are as many of the great events I can squeeze in, of course, but I also try to keep an eye on how people lived, their language, what was important to them, the forces that shaped their lives and destinies, that sort of thing...MORE Host David Crowther
Producer/Network David Crowther
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 12.4KTwitter 7K Avg Length 42 min Since Dec 2010 Get Email Contact

33. Working Class History

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History isn't made by kings and politicians, it's made by all of us. This podcast is about how we, together, have fought for a better world.Become a paid subscriber, support our work and listen ad-free with early access and exclusive bonus episodes at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-class-history--5711490/support.MORE Producer/Network Working Class History
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 411KTwitter 145.5KInstagram 826.8K Avg Length 38 min Get Email Contact

34. HISTORY This Week

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This week, something big happened. You might have never heard of it, but this moment changed the course of history. A HISTORY Channel original podcast, HISTORY This Week gives you insight into the people—both famous and unknown—whose decisions reshaped the world we live in today. Through interviews with experts and eyewitnesses, each episode will give you a new perspective on how history is written. Stay up-to-date at historythisweekpodcast.com and to get in touch, email us at historythisweek@history.com...MORE Host Sally Helm
Producer/Network The HISTORY® Channel | Back Pocket Studios
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Apple Rating 4.5/5 Avg Length 35 min Get Email Contact

35. The Civil War & Reconstruction

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A history podcast in which Rich & Tracy weave together a chronological narrative of the Civil War era. Visit us at www.civilwarpodcast.org
Hosts Richard Youngdahl, Tracy
Producer/Network Richard Youngdahl
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Apple Rating 4.7/5 Avg Length 32 min Get Email Contact

36. The History of China

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A journey through the 5000 years of history documented by one of the world's oldest continuous civilizations. For all the episodes for free, as well as additional content, please subscribe and/or visit http://thehistoryofchina.wordpress.com.MORE Host Christopher M. Stewart
Producer/Network Airwave History
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 2.1KTwitter 13.6K Avg Length 44 min Get Email Contact

37. The Last Archive

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The Last Archive​ is a show about the history of truth, and the historical context for our current fake news, post-truth moment. It's a show about how we know what we know, and why it seems, these days, as if we don't know anything at all anymore. The show is written & hosted by Ben Naddaff-Hafrey, and was created by the historian Jill Lepore. iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries.MORE Hosts Benjamin Naddaff-Hafrey, Jill Lepore
Producer/Network Pushkin
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Facebook 23.1KTwitter 13.5KInstagram 21.1K Avg Length 37 min Get Email Contact

38. History of Japan

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This podcast, assembled by a former PhD student in History at the University of Washington, covers the entire span of Japanese history. Each week we'll tackle a new topic, ranging from prehistoric Japan to the modern day.MORE Host Isaac Meyer
Producer/Network Isaac Meyer
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 2.2K Avg Length 37 min Since Apr 2013 Get Email Contact

39. Talk With History: Discover Your History Road Trip

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Helping you explore historic locations to personally connect with the past.? Uncover the stories behind history's most fascinating places! ?️ ? Travel with Scott (the host) and Jenn (a historian and former Navy pilot) as they give you the inside scoop on exciting journeys to iconic battlefields, hidden historical landmarks, renowned museums, and more. ️➡️ ? Plan your next history adventure.➡️➡️ ? Brush up on history before your next trip!➡️➡️➡️ ? Learn fascinating stories from experts and fellow travelers.? Save what you want...MORE Hosts Scott Bennie, Jennifer Bennie
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40. the memory palace

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Producer/Network Radiotopia
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41. The History Hour

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A compilation of the latest Witness History programmes.
Host Max Pearson
Producer/Network BBC World Service
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 9MTwitter 561.5KInstagram 461.7K Avg Length 52 min Get Email Contact

42. I Take History With My Coffee

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Discover the fascinating world of Early Modern History in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of coffee. 'I Take History With My Coffee' is a history podcast that brings you engaging and accessible history education through captivating historical storytelling. From the Renaissance to the Enlightenment, we explore pivotal events, influential figures, and untold stories that shaped our modern world...MORE Producer/Network Bruce Boyce
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43. Making Gay History | LGBTQ Oral Histories from the Archive

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Intimate, personal portraits of both known and long-forgotten champions, heroes, and witnesses to history brought to you from rare archival interviews.
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Producer/Network Eric Marcus
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 13.6KTwitter 7.5KInstagram 22.4K Avg Length 32 min Since Oct 2016 Get Email Contact

44. History of the Crusades

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Over 900 years ago, thousands of Christians invaded the Middle East, intent on taking the Holy Land from the Muslims. The following 200 years were marked by a series of military campaigns known as the Crusades.Join us to follow the history of the Crusades from 1095 onwards. Castles, battles, religious clashes, Richard the Lionheart, the Assassins, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Saladin, the Knights Templar - all will feature as we examine one of the most interesting periods in history.MORE Host Sharyn Eastaugh
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 5.8KTwitter 3.1K Avg Length 23 min Get Email Contact

45. Roots of Reality

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A podcast by historian Ben Baumann that uses history from the formation of the universe to the present, illustrating how our world came to be. The podcast provides brief historical summaries of various subjects and features oral history interviews with guest experts who have lived experiences related to the topics discussed.'Billions of years led to you, so make the most of it'MORE Producer/Network Ben Baumann
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46. Cement City

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*Named one of The New York Times Best Podcasts of 2024* Two journalists stumble into a dying town with a Smog Museum and a mayor named Piglet… and not a whole lot else. They have one burning question: What's it like to live here, in a town left for dead? They buy a house and stay for three years. They get caught up in an election cycle and a web of scandals. It's democracy in action on the smallest scale. It's Our Town for our time. And it's all real.Cement City is an Audacy original in partnership with Cement City Productions...MORE Hosts Jeanne Marie Laskas, Jon Meacham
Producer/Network Audacy
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 1.9KTwitter 18Instagram 6.1K Avg Length 41 min Since Apr 2020 Get Email Contact

47. Reviewing History

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We break down the accuracy of historical movies, historical people and events, all while cracking jokes along the way.
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 490Twitter 187 Avg Length 87 min Get Email Contact

48. ArtCurious Podcast

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Think art history is boring? Think again. It's weird, funny, mysterious, enthralling, and liberating. Join us as we cover the strangest stories in art. Is the Mona Lisa fake? Did Van Gogh actually kill himself? And why were the Impressionists so great? Subscribe to us here, and follow us at www.artcuriouspodcast.com for further information and fun extras. © 2023 Jennifer DasalMORE Host Jennifer Dasal
Producer/Network Jennifer Dasal/ArtCurious
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 1.3KTwitter 3KInstagram 10.5K Avg Length 26 min Since Aug 2016 Get Email Contact

49. Life Of Caesar

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Join veteran podcasters Ray Harris (The World War II Podcast) and Cameron Reilly (The Napoleon Bonaparte Podcast) as they go on a journey to discover the true story about the Caesars. WARNING: This podcast contains jokes, rude words and references to politics and religion. People easily triggered by such things should not listen. You poor snowflakes.MORE Hosts Cameron Reilly, Ray Harris
Producer/Network Cameron Reilly & Ray Harris
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 3.8KTwitter 609 Avg Length 49 min Since May 2014 Get Email Contact

50. History Of The Great War

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History of the Great War is a weekly podcast that will cover the First World War that occurred from 1914 and 1918. Every week we will be discussing the events that occurred exactly 100 years ago. We will journey from the borders of France in the blistering heat of 1914, to the shores of Gallipoli, to the banks of Somme, to the final knockout attempt by the German army in the spring of 1918.MORE Host Wesley Livesay
Producer/Network Airwave History
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 8.1KTwitter 2.2K Avg Length 34 min Get Email Contact

51. Footnoting History

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Footnoting History is a bi-weekly podcast series dedicated to overlooked, popularly unknown, and exciting stories plucked from the footnotes of history. For further reading suggestions, information about our hosts, our complete episode archive, and more visit us at FootnotingHistory.com!MORE Hosts Lucy Barnhouse, Josh Hevert, Samantha Sagui
Producer/Network Footnoting History
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 1.4K Avg Length 19 min Get Email Contact

52. Ottoman History Podcast

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Interviews with historians about the history of the Ottoman Empire and beyond
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53. The Bowery Boys: New York City History

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The tides of American history lead through the streets of New York City — from the huddled masses on Ellis Island to the sleazy theaters of 1970s Times Square. The elevated railroad to the Underground Railroad. Hamilton to Hammerstein! Greg and Tom explore more than 400 years of action-packed stories, featuring both classic and forgotten figures who have shaped the world.MORE Hosts Tom Meyers, Greg Young
Producer/Network Tom Meyers, Greg Young
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 19.4KTwitter 14.3KInstagram 31.9K Avg Length 66 min Get Email Contact

54. Slate History

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A feed with the best history coverage from Slate's wide range of podcasts. From narrative shows like Slow Burn, One Year, and Decoder Ring, to timely analysis from ICYMI and What Next, you'll get the fascinating stories and vital context you need to understand where we came from and where we're going. MORE Hosts Rebecca Onion, Jamelle Antoine Bouie
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55. The China History Podcast

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Since 2010, The China History Podcast, presented by Laszlo Montgomery brings you over 350 episodes of curated topics from China's antiquity to modern times.
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56. The History of English Podcast

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A chronological history of the English language examined through the lens of historical events that shaped the development and spread of the language from the Eurasian steppe to the entire world.MORE Host Kevin Stroud
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57. The Dangerous History Podcast

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The Dangerous History Podcast covers the history that the Establishment would rather you NOT know, helping you learn the past so you can understand the present and prepare for the future.
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Apple Rating 4.6/5 Avg Length 105 min Get Email Contact

58. The History of Byzantium

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A podcast telling the story of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire from 476 AD to 1453. www.thehistoryofbyzantium.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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59. American Revolution Podcast

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American Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly. Be sure to check out the related blog for access to pictures, maps, and links to more useful information on each week's episode. https://blog.amrevpodcast.comMORE Host Michael Troy
Producer/Network Airwave History
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60. The Constant: A History of Getting Things Wrong

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A podcast about exactly what it says it is: examining the bad ideas, mistakes and accidents that misshaped our world.
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61. History Analyzed

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History Analyzed is a podcast which investigates both history's biggest moments and best kept secrets. Your host, Mark Palmer, draws upon a history degree from the University of Notre Dame and literal decades of informal study. He explains not only what happened, but also why and how historical events occurred. At times, he examines how these events have shaped the present and continue to affect us today.MORE Host Mark Palmer
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62. The Scandinavian History Podcast

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A chronological journey through the history of Scandinavia. Geographically, we cover the five modern Nordic countries of Denmark, Norway, Iceland, Sweden and Finland—as well as a few other bits and pieces here and there where it's relevant.The show is hosted by Mikael Shainkman: a historian, tour guide and coffee drinker.MORE Host Mikael Shainkman
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63. The British History Podcast

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The BHP is a chronological retelling of the history of Britain with a particular focus upon the lives of the people. You won't find a dry recounting of dates and battles here, but instead you'll learn about who these people were and how their desires, fears, and flaws shaped the scope of this island at the edge of the world. And some of those desires are downright scandalous.Click subscribe to view all the episodes.MORE Host Jamie Jeffers
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64. The Pirate History Podcast

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A podcast about the Golden Age of Piracy in the Caribbean, the real men and women that threatened the trade and stability of the Old World empires, the forces that led them to piracy and the myths and stories they inspired. Famous names like Captain Henry Morgan, Henry Avery, Charles Vane, Mary Reed, Anne Bonny, Black Bart Roberts, Ned Low, and Edward 'Blackbeard' Teach will rub elbows with Queens, Kings, Popes, rebellious monks, Caribbean Natives, African Slaves and notorious governors like Woodes Rogers...MORE Host Matt Albers
Producer/Network Airwave History
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65. The Renaissance Times

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Starting in Florence in the 14th century, a new era began to emerge in the West. People like Petrarch, who re-discovered Cicero's lost letters, and the new humanists - who valued the study of classical antiquity - ushered in a rebirth, or as we know it today, a 'renaissance' - in the study of the arts, the sciences, philosophy, and the theatre. They rediscovered what it meant to be human.MORE Hosts Cameron Reilly, Ray Harris
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 766 Avg Length 59 min Since Dec 2017 Get Email Contact

66. 15 Minute History

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15 Minute History is a podcast series is devoted to short, accessible discussions of important topics in World History and US History. The discussions will be conducted by the award winning faculty and graduate students at the University of Texas at Austin.MORE Producer/Network 15 Minute History
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67. Hard Fried History

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Made by the curious, for the curious, Hard Fried History (HFH) is your crash-course in everything. HFH is a hybrid comedy-history podcast that provides you with quality and responsibly-sourced information, all while dispensing a healthy dose of sugar to help the medicine go down. Hosted by H. Price and Joshua Stokes (@joshuabstokes), HFH focuses on lesser-studied figures, events and eras, and if not, delivers refreshing interpretations and updated takes on better-known people and subjects.MORE Hosts Henry Price, Joshua Stokes
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68. Half Baked History

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Kelsey and Nick smoke cannabis then dish about historical people and events. Each episode features a comical conversation with historical stories to keep you entertained and informed.
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69. History Becomes Her

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Who inspires the women making history right now? History Becomes Her is a weekly Mashable podcast about women who are shaping the world, presented by Rachel Thompson. Each episode, we speak to women making change now about the women of the past who paved the way for them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Producer/Network Mashable
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70. The Maritime History Podcast

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The Maritime History Podcast is a chronological look at maritime history and its numerous facets. Beginning with ancient history, the podcast looks at trade, exploration, boat and ship-building, economics, and the relationship between the ocean and the development of society and culture throughout history. Learn more about the podcast at https://maritimehistorypodcast.com.MORE Producer/Network Brandon Huebner
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71. Art History at Bedtime

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Art History at Bedtime is a series of original art historical texts read by the art historian and broadcaster, Dr Bendor Grosvenor. Regular updates of stories from the Renaissance and onwards to help you get off to a calming - and learned - night's sleep. In support of the UK charity, Art History Link Up.Produced by Bendor Grosvenor and Adam Scourfield.MORE Host Dr Bendor Grosvenor
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72. It Was Said

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It Was Said, the 2021 Webby Award winner for Best Podcast Series, takes a look back on some of the most powerful and timeless speeches in history. Written and narrated by Pulitzer Prize winning and best-selling historian Jon Meacham, this documentary podcast takes you through generation-defining speeches. Meacham, along with top historians, authors and journalists, offers expert insight and analysis into the origins, the orator, and the context of the times each speech was given, and reflect on why it's important to never forget them...MORE Producer/Network Audacy
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73. What Really Happened?

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We live in an age where news comes at us fast, and from all angles. We see a headline that catches our attention, but often just skim the surface, before the next headline comes along. In Season 3, award-winning documentarian Andrew Jenks uses the power of great storytelling to take us on a journey through the biggest scandals to recently hit headlines. He'll unravel the layers, bringing to life key figures, and shedding light on the important, yet overlooked components to paint the entire picture...MORE Producer/Network Andrew Jenks
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 180.3KTwitter 75KInstagram 63.8K Avg Length 31 min Get Email Contact

74. In The Past Lane - The Podcast About History and Why It Matters

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In each episode of In The Past Lane, the history podcast, we take up topics in American history and explore them through feature pieces, interviews, book and film reviews, and more. Our guiding philosophy is that history is not just about the past - it's about our world, here and now. History explains why things are the way they are, everything from our economy, religious practices, and foreign policy, to political ideology, family structure, and rates of poverty. Our aim is to be both informative and educational, as well as entertaining and funny...MORE Producer/Network Edward T. O'Donnell
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75. Futility Closet

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Forgotten stories from the pages of history. Join us for surprising and curious tales from the past and challenge yourself with our lateral thinking puzzles.
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76. History Uncensored Podcast

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History Uncensored Podcast is a podcast guiding the listener through history starting from the very beginning of each topic. Also look out for women of science and industry! Relearn history as we discuss some of histories most notable idiots.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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77. The Story

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History builds the present. Where we are today is a result of where we have been. Yet, some of the stories that got us here have remained in the shadows. And the true stories of the people and inventions that have built our world are often lost to time. Our only hope for building a better future is to truly understand what got us to the present. From the famous, to the infamous, to the never heard of, these are the unknown backstories of people who have changed the world...MORE Producer/Network Mission HQ
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78. Stephanie Hoover Has That Story

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Whether it's history, crime or legend, non-fiction author Stephanie Hoover has that story. Join Stephanie for concise, yet intriguing, discussions of cultural history, historical true crime, and folklore. It's 'history-tainment' at its finest.MORE Producer/Network Stephanie Hoover
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 215Twitter 874 Avg Length 12 min Since Jun 2020 Get Email Contact

79. Art History for All

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From art lovers to art haters to art-is-just-okay-ers, Art History for All aims to get all kinds of people thinking about art and what it means to them. Each episode, Allyson Healey tackles a single work of art and its history and larger significance, always asking the question: so what? Art History for All takes you beyond the art historical canon and helps you find the way in which art speaks to you (even if it's never spoken to you before).MORE Host Allyson Healey
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80. History with Mark Bielski

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Tune in for a more conversational discussion of history with historian Mark Bielski and his guests. We all know there was a war and who was president, but what about the spies, the intrigues, the deceptions and the backstories? What about learning about the occasional farcical or comedic decisions made by serious figures and their sometime tragic results? By telling the untold tales of our past, Mark Bielski is committed to making history come alive for future generations.MORE Host Mark Bielski
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81. Blindspot

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HIV and AIDS changed the United States and the world. In this series, we reveal untold stories from the defining years of the epidemic, and we'll consider: How could some of the pain have been avoided? Most crucial of all, what lessons can we still learn from it today? Blindspot is a co-production of The HISTORYⓇ Channel and WNYC Studios.MORE Hosts Kai Wright, Jim O'Grady, KalaLea
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82. The Ancient World

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LATEST SERIES: Carchemish (C Episodes) - tracing the life and death of the Neo-Hittite kingdoms; PREVIOUS SERIES: The Ancient World - from the earliest human civilizations down through 500 BC; Rediscovery (R Episodes) - the stories of the modern scholars and adventurers who rediscovered the ancient world; Bloodline (B Episodes) - tracing the descendants of Mark Antony and Cleopatra over ten generations; Thea (T Episodes) - tracing the disintegration of the Seleucid EmpireMORE Host Scott Chesworth
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83. The Fantastic History Of Food

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Stories of the fun, bizarre and often ridiculous, history of food. Join me as we explore The Fantastic History of Food.Contact me on foodhistorypod@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-fantastic-history-of-food--3591729/support.MORE Host Nick Charlie Key
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84. Uncivil

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America is divided, and it always has been. We're going back to the moment when that split turned into war. This is Uncivil: Gimlet Media's new history podcast, hosted by journalists Jack Hitt and Chenjerai Kumanyika. We ransack the official version of the Civil War, and take on the history you grew up with. We bring you untold stories about covert operations, corruption, resistance, mutiny, counterfeiting, antebellum drones, and so much more. And we connect these forgotten struggles to the political battlefield we're living on right now.MORE Hosts Jack Hitt, Chenjerai Kumanyika
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85. Notice History

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Welcome to Notice History, the podcast where we explore the ways we encounter and interact with history in our daily lives. Join Robin, Nick, and Keely as they delve into the fun and fascinating histories of past people, places, and things that continue to impact us today. By taking notice of these histories, we hope to achieve a better understanding of ourselves and the culture we live in. Notice History is created by Know History, a historical research company in Canada.MORE Email ****@knowhistory.ca
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86. BackStory with the American History Guys

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BackStory with the American History Guys is a nationally syndicated, hour-long, weekly public radio show. We're based in Charlottesville, Virginia at the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Each week we take a topic that people are talking about, and explore it's roots in American history. Through stories, interviews, and conversation with our listeners, we turn the things Americans take for granted inside out.MORE Email ****@virginia.edu
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87. Rogues Gallery Uncovered

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Rogues Gallery Uncovered, the podcast of bad behaviour in period costume. True (ish) stories of history's most fascinating and scandalous men and women.From Casanova and Mata Hari to Errol Flynn and Rasputin, it's a history podcast with a difference. Join lovable rogue Simon Talbot every fortnight for bawdy, colourful tales of 'Libertines, Lotharios and Complete Bastards.'  It's funny, shocking, shameless and doesn't mention Jane Austin once!It's not suitable for kids or easily offended grownups.   MORE Host Simon Talbot
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88. The Weird History Podcast

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The Weird History Podcast explores the out-of-the-way, obscure, weird, and overlooked corners of history. New episodes appear every Thursday.
Producer/Network Joe Streckert
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