12 Best Naval History Podcasts

1. The Mariner's Mirror Podcast

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The world's No.1 podcast dedicated to all of maritime and naval history. With one foot in the present and one in the past we bring you the most exciting and interesting current maritime projects worldwide: including excavations of shipwrecks, the restoration of historic ships, sailing classic yachts and tall ships, unprecedented behind the scenes access to exhibitions, museums and archives worldwide, primary sources and accounts that bring the maritime past alive as never before. From the Society for Nautical Research, and the Lloyds Register Foundation. Presented by Dr Sam Willis...MORE Host Dr Sam Willis
Producer/Network The Society for Nautical Research and the Lloyds Register Foundation
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 222Facebook 9.2KTwitter 6.6KInstagram 2K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form 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. 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 Host Brandon Huebner
Email ****@maritimehistorypodcast.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 521Facebook 3.9KTwitter 71Instagram 11.3K Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. The Proceedings Podcast

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The Naval Institute is a private, not-for-profit educational institution whose mission is to provide an independent forum for those who dare to read, think, speak, and write to advance the professional, literary, and scientific understanding of sea power and other issues critical to global security.Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Services, latest news from USNI News, stories in Proceedings and Naval History magazines, and interview Nava..MORE Hosts Bill Hamblet, Eric Mills, Bill Bray
Producer/Network U.S. Naval Institute
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 215Facebook 793KTwitter 292.6KInstagram 56.5K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Since Sep 2017 Get Email Contact

4. Preble Hall

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A naval history podcast from Preble Hall - the United States Naval Academy Museum in Annapolis, Maryland. Preble Hall will interview historians, practitioners, military personnel, and other experts on a variety of naval history topics from ancient history to recent history.MORE Host Dr. Stephen Phillips
Producer/Network U.S. Naval Academy Museum, Dr. Stephen Phillips
Email ****@yahoo.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Will Wright, Admiral James Stavridis +1 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 92 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Australian Naval History Podcast

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The Australian Naval History Podcast explores naval history in Australia. Each week, historians & veterans discuss a different aspect of Australian naval history. From deep discussions of particular battles, to the histories of submarine classes, the Australian Naval History Podcast is expert analysis & reflection on the storied past of Australia's military at sea.Produced by the Naval Studies Group at UNSW Canberra, in conjunction with the Submarine Institute of Australia, the Australian Naval Institute, Naval Historical Society & the Seapower Centre - Australia. The introductory music 'Duke of York' is used with the kind permission of the RAN Band...MORE Producer/Network UNSW Canberra
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 74Facebook 2KTwitter 974 Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. ShipWrekt

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Hi hi hi shipmates! Welcome aboard ShipWrekt- a podcast that dives deep into the history of naval battles with a unique perspective. Hosted by a civilian sea captain and a former member of the Royal Navy, our show takes you beyond the textbooks, providing insights from those who have actually experienced combat at sea. Each episode brings in additional navy veterans, offering firsthand expertise and knowledge on the intricacies of naval warfare.What sets us apart? We bring in the voices of those who have lived it...MORE Host Scoot
Producer/Network Cap'n Scoot
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guest Tom Sharpe
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 33 Avg Length 68 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Warships Pod

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WARSHIPS POD aims to put a spotlight on the world's navies and features warships past, present, and future. We'll cover current defense issues alongside interviews and commentary on the Royal Navy, US Navy, and all other navies across the globe, as well as looking back at historical events.This is the podcast for WARSHIPS International Fleet Review, a monthly magazine.MORE Host Iain Ballantyne
Producer/Network Warships Pod
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 26Facebook 1.2KTwitter 11.5K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. DE Classified

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Welcome to DE Classified a podcast showcasing the history of Destroyer Escorts. Each month a member of the USS SLATER's education crew will highlight a specific Destroyer Escort and share the stories of the sailors who served aboard these Trim But Deadly ships. USS SLATER is a WWII era Destroyer Escort now serving as the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum in Albany, New York. MORE Producer/Network USS SLATER
Email ****@ussslater.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 14Facebook 32.2KTwitter 845Instagram 2.7K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. The U.S. Navy History Podcast

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dale-robertson/subscribeHistory of the United States Navy from the Revolutionary War to Modern times.
Hosts Dale Robertson, Christophe Landa
Producer/Network Dale Robertson
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 14 Avg Length 82 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy

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Welcome to the Naval History and Heritage Command's Podcast (NHHC) series 'Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy.' NHHC serves as the U.S. Navy's institutional memory by preserving items that best represent our history, sharing the hard-won lessons learned and honoring those who have served. The goal of this podcast is to present naval history and heritage through rich and engaging content that furthers public understanding and fosters continuing support for the U.S. Navy...MORE Producer/Network Naval History and Heritage Command
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Maritime History with Chris Sams (live and unplugged)

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Maritime history is a multifaceted and fascinating subject which covers tales of heroism, war, disasters, trade and discovery.Naval Historian Chris Sams comes to you fortnightly to talk about an aspect of Maritime history recorded live and unplugged.This Podcast is part of Chris' Substack where he writes three times a week on the subject.https://substack.com/@jerijerod14?utm_source=user-menu jerijerod14.substack.comMORE Producer/Network High Seas High Jinks
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

12. Today in Naval History

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Today in naval history
Producer/Network Bravo ZuluCo
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 3 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact