25 Best History Podcasts For Students in 2025

1. 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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2. A Cultural History of Canada

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A bi-weekly discussion that critically (and flippantly) engages with the literature, culture, and people of this weird place known as Canada. Hosted by two English graduates, Patrick & Mackenzy. Sometimes features interviews with writers and academics. Featured on Feedspot's '35 Best Canada History Podcasts' (#18), '15 Best Cultural History Podcasts' (#7), and '30 Best History Podcasts For Students' (#10). Named best podcast of all time by their mothers!MORE Hosts Patrick, Mackenzy
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 504Twitter 144 Avg Length 61 min Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

3. The Other States of America: History Podcast

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American History is far more complicated than a yearlong High School class could ever teach you. This podcast will tell you the rest of that story, focusing on colonies you've never heard of, that may be at your front door, like New Netherland and New Sweden, New France, the Haudenosaunee and the lampooned 'Articles of Confederation,' that serve as footnotes in the history presented to you. Join Eric Yanis, a NYS Certified Social Studies and SWD teacher, as he guides you through the history left out of the textbook.MORE Host Eric Yanis
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 3.3KTwitter 227 Avg Length 25 min Since Apr 2020 Get Email Contact

4. The Italian Renaissance Podcast

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The Italian Renaissance Podcast takes you on an exciting journey into fifteenth and sixteenth century Italy, stepping beyond the bounds of general overviews of historical themes of the Renaissance, and diving deeply into interpreting how we understand the period today. Each episode provides an analysis of cultural giants, stories of drama and violence, masterworks of literature, but most importantly, the art...MORE Host Lawrence Gianangeli
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5. The Teaching History Her Way Podcast

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Let's talk a little hidden history, a little pedagogy, and a lot of ways we can improve our teaching and mindset so that our history and social studies classrooms tell a more complete, diverse human story. Join me as I talk history and pedagogy with brilliant teachers from around the country to help make our classrooms more culturally responsive spaces.Let's be friends! Visit me at www.teachinghistoryherway.com or on Twitter @historyherway, Instagram @teachinghistoryherway, or Facebook www.facebook.com/teachinghistoryherwayMORE Host CherylAnne Amendola
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 2.1KInstagram 2.7K Avg Length 34 min Since Dec 2020 Get Email Contact

6. 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
Apple Rating 4/5Facebook 1.9KTwitter 1.7K Avg Length 21 min Get Email Contact

7. The Spartan Slice ?

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This podcast is a place where Stiles Middle School students can discuss current events, interesting history and trivia. Our goal is to create a place where passionate students can share their voices with their fellow students and other middle school students across the district. Thanks for listening!MORE Producer/Network The Spartan Slice Podcast Club
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8. The Rural Experience in America Podcasts

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The National Council for History Education and the Teaching with Primary Sources Program with the Library of Congress are pleased to share with you a series of podcasts spotlighting the Public History Projects created by teachers, community partners, and students from all over the United States. This project helps link rural communities and their histories to national narratives and primary source collections.MORE Host Talia Smith
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9. Old Testament Studies: An (Un)Academic Modern History

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This podcast brings Old Testament scholarship from the ivory towers of academia into the common language of every podcast listener. I break down the technical conversations and methods of analyzing the Old Testament so that everyone can be involved in the academic conversations about what the Old Testament is, where it came from, and what its message is. Each episode I look at the life and academic contributions of one modern Old Testament scholar to understand how their ideas developed and show their impact on our understanding of the Old Testament.MORE Producer/Network Nicholas J. Campbell
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10. Bleducation

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'Bleducation' is a history podcast for teachers, students and lovers of history. Hosted by Brandon Hull and Tamia Myers, the show delves into stories from the past that don't always get told in the textbooks.MORE Producer/Network FOMO
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11. German Fashion History Podcast

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An English-speaking podcast dedicated to the study of German fashion history. We will return from our brief intermission on April 16th.
Producer/Network Christiane Nickel
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 23 min Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

12. A Brief History of the American Southwest for Kids

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A Brief History of the American Southwest for Kids is a curriculum podcast series to teach the history of this unique region.The Children's Hour Inc. has produced a six part podcast and curriculum series on the history of the American Southwest, in partnership with the Center for New Mexico Archaeology, the Native American Community Academy (NACA), NACA Inspired Schools Network, and numerous others.Typically a region of the US that is overlooked in textbooks, the Southwestern United States history begins 23,000 years ago in what is now know as White Sands National Park...MORE Producer/Network The Children's Hour Inc
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13. Four Brothers of World War II

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The memoirs of the four Quant brothers of little, New London, Wisconsin as they served their country during World War II from the date of entry (enlistment or draft) through to the date of discharge in the United States Army and Army Air Corps. The four brothers' experiences fighting in both Europe and the South Pacific Theatre will be told in factual, vivid detail (good, bad, and even humorous and sarcastic at times). This particular podcast is ideal for history buffs (American history and World history), WW2 history buffs, students (college, graduate school, and even high school).MORE Producer/Network David Whitney
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14. AP World History: Modern - By Students For Students

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Students from Mr. Twery's AP World History: Modern class walk other students through each topic in the course. Note: This podcast is used for educational purposes. Content is publicly available through The College Board.MORE Host Josh Twery
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15. New Diplomatic History Podcasts

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16. Civil War Strategy

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This series will provide useful, pragmatic history from America's greatest trauma that people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and professions might find helpful. You may be surprised just how much we can learn from the Civil War that can assist us in making sense of our lives today! As I tell my students, get ready for a wild and thought-provoking ride that will inform, challenge preconceived notions, and offer insights into understanding all sorts of issues and realities that affect us on a regular basis...MORE Producer/Network Christian B. Keller
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Apple Rating 4.7/5 Avg Length 36 min Get Email Contact

17. Through the Ages: A History Podcast

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Welcome to Through the Ages: A History Podcast. Whether you are a lifelong learner looking to dive deeper into stories of the past OR one of my many AP World History students cramming for the exam, explore history through the ages with me, your host, Sara. As a medieval historian and high school World History teacher, I've spent a lot of time learning the history of the world. Now, I want to share the incredible history of the world with you! I'll be taking you through some of history's most incredible stories from Ancient Civilizations of the past, through to our present day.MORE Producer/Network Sara
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Apple Rating 4.9/5 Avg Length 17 min Get Email Contact

18. Design House

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A history of interior design podcast for college students and podcast listeners. We focus primarily on design eras, architectural landmarks, specific design features, and fun history facts. Co-Producers and Design Guides: Alissa Johnson and Darby Huber; Chief Source Lead: Dr. Anna Ruth GatlinMORE Instagram 52 Avg Length 21 min Get Email Contact

19. Hungry for History

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Hungry for History is an educational podcast which encourages students of all ages to engage with the field of history through humorously told true stories. On Hungry for History, you'll learn about a diverse range of topics, from creepy tales like that of the Donner Party to exciting stories of pirates and queens. Find bonus information and features on hungryforhistory.net!MORE Producer/Network Gillian Smith
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20. History Today at Averett

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History Today at Averett is a podcast hosted by history professor Jonathan Sherry and based at Averett University. It investigates the histories of Danville-area residents and explores how the great or not so great events of the 20th century shaped their lives. The podcast showcases the historical research of Averett history students. For more information on History Today at Averett, see www.jonathansherry.com.MORE Producer/Network Jonathan Sherry
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21. The Human Spirit in the Holocaust

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From Echoes & Reflections, leaders in Holocaust education, the Human Spirit in the Holocaust podcast series shines a light on remarkable stories of courage during one of the darkest periods in human history. Each episode profiles individual stories of resilience, resistance and rescue.This podcast series is curated specifically for middle and high school students, with each episode running approximately 15 minutes in length...MORE Host Sheryl Ochayon
Producer/Network Echoes & Reflections, Produced by Yad Vashem
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