18 Best North Carolina History Podcasts

1. Connecting the Docs: True Stories from the Old North State

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Connecting the Docs is a podcast from the State Archives of North Carolina. Our archivists use archival materials to bring you fascinating, true stories from around the Old North State. Sometimes archival records solve a puzzle, and other times, they start one.more Host John Horan
Producer/Network connectingthedocsnc
Location North Carolina, United States
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2. JoCoYo

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One of the first descriptions of North Carolina by the English that would later colonize the area was given by Ralph Lane, the governor of the first attempted colony. In 1585, Gov. Lane referred to the land as 'the goodliest soil under the cope of heaven' in his letters back to England.This podcast will tell the stories of its history, help people see the connections, not only between its 'officials' but also between people that history either forgot or chose not to listen to. We will tell their stories; the plantation owners, the enslaved people, the displaced native Americans...all of themmore Producer/Network Joseph Smith
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Location North Carolina, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 17 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

3. Where the Dogwood Blooms

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Hey there! I'm Cassie Clark. And Welcome to Where the Dogwood Blooms a weekly podcast celebrating everything that makes North Carolina living so sweet! Join me as my guests and I explore the rich history, customs, and flavors of the Old North State. Whether you're a native Tar Heel or just curious about this land of sweet tea and Southern charm, Where the Dogwood Blooms is your ticket to the heart and soul of North Carolina's cultural heritage.more Producer/Network Cassie Clark
Email ****@wherethedogwoodblooms.com
Location North Carolina, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 13Twitter 58.7KInstagram 2.6K Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Ghosts In The Mountains

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Ghosts in the Mountains explores the eerie, unexplained, and deeply mysterious stories hiding within the misty peaks of Western North Carolina and beyond. From haunted hotels and spectral legends to cryptid sightings and lost treasures, hosts Caleb Hanks and Austin Burgess take you deep into the folklore, history, and firsthand encounters that shape the region's paranormal landscape. Each episode uncovers chilling tales, eyewitness accounts, and historical mysteries, blending investigative storytelling with a cozy, fireside feel...more Producer/Network Ghosts in the Mountains
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 80 Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Burgwin-Wright Presents...

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Burgwin-Wright Presents... explores the riveting stories of North Carolina's Cape Fear region through the history of one of its oldest Colonial historic sites the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens in Wilmington. Focusing on history that spans the formation of the American Colonies to the modern day, Burgwin-Wright Presents... will explore the fact vs. fiction within the stories that have defined the Cape Fear region for three centuries.more Producer/Network Burgwin-Wright House
Email ****@burgwinwrighthouse.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 36 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. McCormickonHistory

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McCormick on History explores fascinating and often overlooked aspects of the history of the Carolinas, American history, and twentieth century European history. The histories of Eastern North Carolina, the Upstate of South Carolina, criminality, and sports receive particular attention.more Producer/Network Robert McCormick
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7. The Northern OBX Podcast

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Stories, History, Nature, and Life in The Northern Outer Banks. From wild horses and watermen to decoy carvers, storytellers, and small-town legends, this is a podcast about the people and places that give the Northern Outer Banks its soul. Each episode is a front porch conversation about the heritage, beauty, and rhythms of life along this stretch of coastal North Carolina. Whether you've been coming here for years or just found it on the map, pull up a chair. You're in for a good story.more Estimated listeners
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8. Carolina Ghost Towns

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Carolina Ghost Towns is an exploration of the lost towns and communities in South Carolina, North Carolina, and occasionally Georgia
Producer/Network Tom Taylor
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9. A Brief History of Triangle Sports

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Brief histories of North Carolina sports from college basketball giants to Stanley Cup winners and the pro football team that lasted a single season.This podcast is produced by 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, NC and part of the Capitol Broadcasting Podcast Network.more Producer/Network Capitol Broadcasting
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Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 28Facebook 13.3KTwitter 13.4K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Loving the Carolinas

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Welcome to 'Loving the Carolinas,' a podcast about the beauty, history, and culture of the Carolinas. Each week, join us as we take you on a journey through the two great states, North Carolina and South Carolina. From the stunning beaches and the majestic mountains, to the vibrant cities and charming towns, we'll explore everything that makes the Carolinas unique and lovable.more Location North Carolina, United States
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11. Object Project

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The stuff of history is all around us—it's in what we eat and wear, where we live and play, and how we work and travel. The Object Project is a podcast about material culture and history, produced by history students of the University of North Carolina Wilmington, in Wilmington, NC, and Dr. Jennifer Le Zotte, assistant professor of US history and material culture.more Host Dr. Jennifer Le Zotte
Producer/Network UNCW Public History
Email ****@uncw.edu
Location North Carolina, United States
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12. Roundtables on Race

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'Roundtables on Race,' hosted by the Rev. Kathy Walker, is a podcast that invites conversation around the effects of race on many facets of society, going deeper than traditional conversations usually allow. The role and impact on race in American society is deeply layered and nuanced, with no simple explanations or solutions. For those who are already involved in the work of racial equity and reconciliation, this is a chance to go even deeper...more Email ****@membershipvision.org
Location North Carolina, United States
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Facebook 5.4KTwitter 1.4KInstagram 1.8K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. History Matters

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History Matters, a podcast of The African American Cultural Arts and History Center in Burlington, North Carolina is dedicated to preserving, showcasing, and celebrating the rich cultural heritage and contributions of African Americans in Alamance County and beyond. We will focus on current events and news with interviews from special guests.more Email ****@gmail.com
Location North Carolina, United States
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Facebook 2.1KTwitter 20Instagram 265 Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Carolina Calling: A Music & History Podcast

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Join David Menconi - host, writer, and longtime North Carolinian - for Carolina Calling: a podcast exploring the history of North Carolina, as told through its music and the musicians who made it. From Asheville to Wilmington, we'll be diving into the cities and regions that have cultivated decades of talent as diverse as Blind Boy Fuller to the Steep Canyon Rangers, from Bob Moog to James Taylor and Rhiannon Giddens.Brought to you by Come Hear North Carolina and The Bluegrass Situation.more Producer/Network The Bluegrass Situation
Email ****@thebluegrasssituation.com
Location North Carolina, United States
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 19 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. Canes 25th Anniversary

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The most important day in Carolina Hurricanes history is May 6, 1997, when the Hartford Whalers announced their move to Raleigh, becoming the first NHL franchise in North Carolina. Adam Gold looks back at how it all happened, the growing pains of turning Raleigh into a hockey town, and what the triangle learned along the way. A production of 99.9 The Fan and Capitol Broadcasting Company. Episodes can also be found in the 'Canes Corner' podcast, where Adam previews and recaps Canes' games throughout the season.more Producer/Network Capitol Broadcasting
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Location North Carolina, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. Revolutionary Roads

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As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution in 2026, this podcast explores North Carolina's pivotal role in the nation's founding — from the War of Regulation to the Battle of Guilford Courthouse and beyond.This 10-episode series, hosted by John Locke Foundation CEO Donald Bryson, features guests with expertise on the American Revolution in North Carolina who answer questions such as: Is the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence real or just a myth? Who were the women of the Edenton Tea Party? And why did North Carolina take YEARS to sign t..more Host Donald Bryson
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17. The NC Everything Podcast

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This is a weekly show about everything that has anything to do with North Carolina. I will take a deep dive into everything from Moonshine to Pepsi, from Chimney Rock to Jockey's Ridge, and hopefully a lot of things that you have never even heard of.more Producer/Network Kurtis
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18. Tales of the Tidewater

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Tales of the Tidewater explores the forgotten legends, ghost stories, and coastal lore of North Carolina's Outer Banks and beyond. Where history meets mystery—one tale at a time.
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