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The Victorians were the first truly world wide, high speed, high tech civilisation, but they are often misunderstood. Your host, Chris Fernandez-Packham, will bust popular myths, cover events around the world, and focus on a people centric history. You will see how the Victorians shaped the world, changing it from the age of horse, musket, cannon and sail to the age of steam, rifle and iron in thi... more

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Chris Fernandez-Packham
Host of the podcast focusing on Victorian history and its global impact, emphasizing thorough research and a narrative style that reveals the complexities of the era.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 535 ratings
  • Well researched

    Really enjoying this podcast as a new listener. Well researched and informative, only criticism I have is when Chris quotes Queen V in a cringy voice that becomes hard to understand and very distracting from the quotes content itself. Looking forward to further episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HRW13
    Australia6 months ago
  • So good I canceled my audible!

    I have been listening to this podcast non stop, I was using audible to fill all my Victorian needs, but this podcast is so good I cancelled my audible. This is THE best source of comprehensive Victorian era information. Period.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old Louisville Victorian
    United States8 months ago
  • Brilliant

    What an unmitigated pleasure this podcast is. Brilliantly researched that focuses on the human element of the Victorians as well as the important historical milestones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean from Esquimalt
    Canada9 months ago
  • Highly recommend

    Amazing podcast, picked it up this summer on a cross country trip. Upside, made the miles fly by, downside is now I am caught up on the episodes. The host is amazing; good cantor, well researched, and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrillKing1992
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent podcast. Can't wait for the next episode.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Chic Matthews
    a year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep research and engaging narrative style of the host, making complex historical subjects more approachable.
The podcast is praised for its focus on human elements within history, supporting a connecting narrative that reflects societal issues during the Victorian era.
There are mixed feelings about the host's stylistic choices, particularly in how historical figures are presented, but overall reviews are overwhelmingly positive regarding content quality.

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The episodes focus primarily on the multifaceted history of the Victorian era, presenting a rich tapestry of narratives that go beyond the well-known figures and events. Tapping into both the social intricacies and the dramatic transformations of the time, listeners hear about influential characters like Queen Victoria, cultural phenomena, and significant events, emphasized through a people-centric perspective. The podcast is distinctive for its commitment to debunking common myths about the era and illuminating how the Victorians fundamentally shaped the modern world, from advancements in technology and infrastructure to cultural shifts and the complexities of imperialism.

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