40 Best Texas History Podcasts

1. Wise About Texas

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The Texas History Podcast
Host Justice Ken Wise
Email ****@wiseabouttexas.com
Location Texas, United States
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2. A New History of Old Texas

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Explore the history of early Texas as you've never heard it before. The most recent season ('Lipan Apocalypse') unveils the legacy of the Lipan Apaches on modern Texas. Season 6 recounts the outsized impact of José Francisco Ruíz on the state's history. Season 5 traces the roots of Texans' unique psychology - their 'Texanity' - to the technological innovations that shaped its people. Season 4 relates the largely unknown story of the Republic of the Rio Grande. Season 3 tells the remarkable tale of Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca and his journey across the North American continent...MORE Host Brandon Seale
Producer/Network Brandon Seale
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 687 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Galveston Unscripted | Free. Texas History. For All.

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Galveston's award winning history podcast. Listen to us transform Galveston into the world's largest free museum. Be sure to check out the Galveston Unscripted free audio tour at galvestonunscripted.com!MORE Host J.R. Shaw
Producer/Network Galveston Unscripted | J.R. Shaw
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Galveston, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 51Facebook 38.3KInstagram 6K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Musical Tapestry of Texas: Past and Present

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Celebrating the rich musical heritage of Texas by looking back at its history, interviewing current musicians that are adding to its legacy, and playing live music from those artists. Recorded live at the Fat Cat Lounge and Cafe in Smithville, Tx, just outside of Austin this podcast features celebrated musicians in all genres from the Central Texas area and beyond. Each episode spotlights one key figure in the musical history of Texas followed by a discussion with an artist in the same genre...MORE Host Dennis Huffman
Producer/Network Dennis Huffman
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Smithville, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3Facebook 3K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Texas History Lessons

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Texas History Lessons is a slow walk through Texas history. It takes the time to learn about the many exciting and important people, places and events in Texas history, with a focus on some that are sometimes overlooked. So join in and time travel back to visit the amazing people and events that helped shape modern Texas and the world.MORE Host Michael Sparkman
Producer/Network Texas History Lessons | Age Of Radio
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 46Twitter 1.7K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. Texas Tales

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Get ready for a fun, lively, and sometimes slightly offbeat dive into the history of the Lone Star State! From well-known legends to hidden gems, we're here to rediscover the people, places, and events that shaped Texas into the fascinating tapestry it is today. Whether we're unraveling tall tales, debunking myths, or spotlighting forgotten heroes, each episode is packed with humor, curiosity, and a love for all things Texas.Perfect for your commute, a walk in the park, or a long road trip, these bite-sized episodes are your gateway to exploring Texas history like never before...MORE Hosts Tracy, Ryan
Producer/Network Fun, lively, partially accurate history of Texas
Email ****@hotmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 127Instagram 823 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. ETX Podcast

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Rich in history, ripe with resources and no shortage of things to do, East Texas is a hidden gem we are proud to call home. Holli and Ciara share a collective passion for exploring and fostering community growth. Particularly when it comes to creating a culture of supporting other women. Along with our guests, we offer an unfiltered view and dedicated space to discuss the unique challenges and successes facing female business owners, community leaders and women in general. It's all good in the piney woods!MORE Producer/Network ETX Life
Email ****@fifteen58.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 113Instagram 441 Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Waco History Podcast

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Dr. Stephen Sloan of Baylor's Institute for Oral History teaches us about Waco's known and unknown past.
Producer/Network Rogue Media Network
Email ****@baylor.edu
Location Waco, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 43Facebook 6.4KTwitter 161Instagram 1K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. Texas Standard » Stories from Texas

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Stories from Texas are written for and recorded for the Texas Standard radio program. They're written by W.F Strong and edited for broadcast by Texas Standard producers.
Host William Frederick Strong
Producer/Network KUT & KUTX Studios
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Austin, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 209Facebook 22.3KTwitter 18.8KInstagram 12.2K Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

10. White Hats

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From Texas Monthly comes a story of the Wild West, the first American superheroes, the legendary riders in white hats, Los Diablos Tejanos—the Texas Rangers. 'White Hats' tells the true history of these larger-than-life rangers, who have become one of the defining symbols of the state. Join host Jack Herrera as we explore the fantastical tales of Ranger legends like Jack Coffee Hays, who rode into battle with the Lipan Apache chief Flacco, and Frank Hamer, who hunted down the outlaws Bonnie and Clyde. For many Texans, the white hats became synonymous with justice and protection...MORE Host Jack Herrera
Producer/Network Texas Monthly
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Austin, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 3.7/5Apple Reviews 201Facebook 558.7KTwitter 227.4KInstagram 464.4K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Texas Brave and Strong Podcast

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If you're a native Texan, an adopted Texan, or are just interested in all things Texan, subscribe. You'll learn things about Texas history that will surprise you and amaze your Texas friends. Chances are, they'll tip their cowboy hats to you!MORE Host Laurie Moore-Moore
Producer/Network Laurie Moore-Moore
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 8 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

12. Welcome to Texas with Bill Ingram

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Stories of history, life and faith in the Lone Star state.
Host Bill Ingram
Producer/Network Hope Nation
Email ****@ksbj.org
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 38Facebook 2.2KTwitter 103Instagram 790 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

13. The Hidden History of Texas

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Here is were you will find The Hidden History Of Texas podcast. The episodes cover Texas history from the earliest days of Indigenous peoples to Spanish exploration, control by Mexico, the Anglo's take over, Texas becomes part of the U.S., the confederates move in, and back to the U.S. The audio files are accurate and try to tell the story as best as they can from all sides of the issues. The hidden history of Texas is a history replete with heroes and villains of all sorts. There were good and bad people throughout Texas history, just as there were throughout world history.MORE Host Hank Wilson
Producer/Network Hank Wilson
Email ****@arctx.org
Location Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 58Twitter 6 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. Talking Texas History

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Talking Texas History explores Texas history before and beyond the Alamo. Hosted by Scott Sosebee and Gene Preuss, we talk with folks with a passion for Texas history, teach it, write it, support it, and with some who've made it. Our guests will include people who make Texas history accessible to the public (including academic historians, public historians, archivists, living history practitioners, and history enthusiasts) and will discuss new work, research, and our passion for local history.MORE Producer/Network Gene Preuss & Scott Sosebee
Email ****@uhd.edu
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. Lone Star Family Trails

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The goal of the podcast is to introduce our membership to resources, records, and the historical context of the Lone Star State: Texas.
Producer/Network Texas State Genealogical Society
Email ****@txsgs.org
Location San Antonio, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. Whispers of the Ancients: Rock Shelters of Val Verde County, Texas

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Whispers of the Ancients is an immersive podcast exploring the rich history of the ancient peoples in Val Verde County, Texas. Join us as we journey into the heart of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands and uncover the secrets of rock shelters, caves, and archaeological sites, blending storytelling with expert interviews to bring the past back to life.MORE Producer/Network Drew Celovsky (Rancho)
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

17. Queering the Lone Star State

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Queering the Lone Star State explores the history of the movement for queer equality in Texas. In this first season, we will look at nine Texas legal cases that expanded the rights of LGBTQ Americans. Join us as we talk to activists, attorneys, journalists, legal experts, and historians who help us understand where the struggle for queer rights has been, where it is now, and where it's going. Queering the Lone Star State is made possible in part by a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
Location Dallas, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 56 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

18. WTX - A History of West Texas

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Welcome to West Texas. Where the sky stretches on forever, and the stories are as vast and rugged as the landscape itself. On this podcast we will explore the characters who have etched their names into the sun bleached history of this region. From outlaws and lawmen, to everyday folks who dared to dance with destiny, host Jody Slaughter explores the legends, the truths, and the tall tales that define this undefinable region.   MORE Producer/Network Jody Slaughter
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 16 Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

19. The Other Side of the Story: Slavery in Texas

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This podcast explores how and why slavery came to Texas, what life was like for enslaved Texans, and how slavery has shaped the Texas economy and culture. https://theotherside1865.com/
Producer/Network Lance Cooper
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 16 Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

20. East Texas Perspective

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Hosts Bill and Jake interview guests on their show where they discuss individual viewpoints about East Texas with people from all walks of life and backgrounds. The show covers topics such as history, current events, family backgrounds that reach deep into Texas History, as well as newcomers to the area, each giving their unique perspective. We cover everything from scandalous family histories, ghost stories, laid-back small-town life in East Texas, and how it is so different from the rest of the world for the better.MORE Email ****@easttexaspodcaststudios.com
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21. Bayoulands

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From KVLU Public Radio in Beaumont, Texas, this is a collection of some of our favorite conversations from the radio docuseries Bayoulands, a program exploring the people and places of southeast Texas since 2016. The Bayoulands radio series and podcast are made possible by the H.H. and Edna Houseman Charitable Trust. Additional support for Bayoulands has been provided by The Mamie McFaddin-Ward Foundation, The Hebert Foundation, the Junior League of Beaumont and the Jefferson County Tourism Commission.For more information and to stream KVLU online, visit: www.kvlu.org.MORE Hosts Shannon Harris, Jason M. Miller
Producer/Network KVLU Public Radio
Email ****@lamar.edu
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22. (Far) Left in Texas Podcast

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A far-left Texan in far-right Texas on the stories we tell about who we are here in the 'Lone Star State.' shannon316m6.substack.com
Producer/Network Shannon Carter
Email ****@substack.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 14 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

23. Mining the Archives

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An exploration of people, places, and events in Texas history that have been forgotten, and should be remembered. Visit our website at http://peopleshistoryintexas.org., like our Facebook page, and follow us on Twitter.MORE Producer/Network People's History in Texas
Email ****@peopleshistoryintexas.org
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24. Never Have Y'all Ever

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Never Have Y'all Ever is a Texas-based podcast that explores the unique, quirky, and misunderstood aspects of Texas culture, history, and subcultures in a humorous and engaging manner. Co-hosted by native Texans Melissa McGavock and Lindsey Lockhart Flynn, the podcast taps into the rich traditions of the Lone Star State, covering topics from legendary people, places, to modern-day Texas phenomena. This podcast is not intended to be a scholarly or authoritative source. We encourage listeners to conduct their own research for additional historical or cultural information. Giddyup!MORE Producer/Network Never Have Y'all Ever
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 18 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

25. 2 Minutes of History

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Lamar University Professor of History, Judith Linsley hosts this brief narration on aspects of Southeast Texas history.2 Minutes of History airs on 91.3 FM KVLU each Friday at 9 am CT.For more information visit: kvlu.orgLogo created using Vecteezy.com.MORE Host Judith W. Linsley
Producer/Network KVLU
Email ****@my.lamar.edu
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26. Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast

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'Stories Bigger Than Texas: The Alamo Podcast' is the official podcast of the Alamo. Located in the heart of San Antonio, the Alamo stands as the Shrine of Texas Liberty. More than 1.6 million visitors travel to the site each year, making it the #1 most visited destination in the State of Texas. The 300-year history of the Alamo is world-renowned and represents the core of Texas' identity today. It's a U.S. National Historic Landmark and part of the Lone Star State's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit TheAlamo.org.MORE Producer/Network The Alamo
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27. T for Texas

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T for Texas is a short show on all things Texas History. Join Dr. T Lindsey Baker as he retells our History one story at a time.
Producer/Network Tarleton Radio Podcasts
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28. Texas History for Kids

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T exas History for Kids is a podcast where young listeners explore the stories they didn't hear about in school—from legendary battles and forgotten monuments to the strange, enchanted, and unexplained corners of the Lone Star State. New episodes air every Monday.MORE Host Michelle Gallegos
Producer/Network Michelle Gallegos
Email ****@gmail.com
Location San Antonio, Texas, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

29. The Bygone Brown Podcast

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Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with Bygone Brown. Extensively researched and entertainingly told, with sound effects, music, and the voice talents of The Lyric Players, this series brings to life American and Texas history in the 19th Century from the perspective of Brown County, Texas. Follow the exploits of the pioneers who ventured onto its frontier, the revolutionaries who won it independence, the secessionists who took it to war, the rebels who resisted its reconstruction, the ranchers who built its cattle business, the outlaws who made their living off the good fortune of ot..MORE Producer/Network Lamar Cravens
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

30. Speaking of Texas

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Speaking of Texas is a podcast of both solo and interview formats. We focus on engaging people who are pursuing and fulfilling their dreams in Texas. I also speak with guests about exciting and interesting aspects of Texas history. We love talking to the people who walk the talk every day in Texas! We eat Texas for breakfast!MORE Producer/Network Tweed Scott
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31. Unboxing History

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Explore the past with Unboxing History as we take you on a journey into the captivating Galveston County Historical Museum collection. Uncover the hidden stories behind artifacts, delve into the intricacies of local history, and discover the treasures that connect us to bygone eras. Join us for a unique and insightful exploration of our heritage, one unboxing at a time...MORE Producer/Network Unboxing History | History Expert Jodi Wright-Gidley & Galveston Author Christine Hopkins
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32. Re-Collections of the Revolution

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The Texas Revolution only lasted seven months. Those seven months of intrigue, scandal, and debate, however, have sparked the imagination of people ever since. Join the Star of the Republic Museum as we explore the revolution from the famous to the daily struggles through highlights of our collection. Join us as we Re-Collect the epic story of Texas's fight for independence.MORE Producer/Network The Star of the Republic Museum
Email ****@thc.texas.gov
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33. Our Westlake

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Austin/Westlake/Texas - Roughly 100 Years Ago. As told by Emmett Shelton Sr.(1905-2000). He was the Original Developer of Westlake Hills, Criminal Defense Lawyer, Political Operative and popular local Storyteller.MORE Producer/Network Emmett Shelton, Sr.
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34. Galveston Unscripted | VisitGalveston.com

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Galveston Unscripted is your podcast and audio tour for Galveston Island! Galveston Unscripted is transforming Galveston into the worlds largest free museum! Galveston, Texas is home some of Texas' most significant people, places, and historical events, and hundreds of Texas historical markers and locations!Join Galveston Unscripted and VisitGalveston.com in exploring Galveston Island's history and culture to discover what makes Galveston Island one of a kind!MORE Producer/Network Galveston Unscripted | J.R. Shaw
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35. It Happened Today . . . in Texas

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A podcast ripped from the front (and back) pages of Texas newspapers
Producer/Network Rhett Callahan
Email ****@todayintx.com
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36. Tales from Fort Worth - Hell's Half Acre

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Step into the dusty streets of 1870 to early 1900's Fort Worth with Todd Owens, your guide through the tales of Hell's Half Acre, where legends roamed and history unfolded. This lively podcast unearths the folklore and fascinating narratives of cowboys, lawmen, and notorious figures like Butch Cassidy and Doc Holliday. Join Todd as he shares engaging stories that bring to life the vibrant characters and events that shaped Fort Worth's history. Whether you're a history buff or a curious traveler, you'll find yourself captivated by the colorful past of this iconic Texas town...MORE Producer/Network Todd Owens
Email ****@gmail.com
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