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Let us know what you want to hear on the HistoryExtra Podcast by completing this quick survey: immediateinsiders.com/uc/admin/2d3c/?a=1&b=3 The HistoryExtra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts. HistoryExtra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for ... more

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When the late Queen acceded to the throne in 1952, Britain, though left bankrupt and reeling from the Second World War, was still a major global power. By the end of Elizabeth II’s reign in 2022 – the longest in Britain’s history – the nation and its... more

Johannes Vermeer is now regarded as one of the leading lights of the Dutch Golden Age, and indeed one of the greatest artists of all time. But in his own lifetime he was hardly known outside his own circle, and made so little money that he could bare... more

How did England – and Englishness – emerge from the final days of Roman Britain? And what separated Englishness from Britishness? Emeritus professor Nicholas Higham –whose latest book is How England Began: From Roman Britain to the Anglo-Saxons – sp... more

Alfred the Great’s victory over the Vikings at the battle of Edington brought the campaign of the Great Heathen Army to an end – but it didn't conclude the wider story. In the final episode of our Sunday Series on the ninth-century Viking invasion of... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Graham-Dixon
Art historian and author of Vermeer, A Life Lost and Found
Author, Vermeer, A Life Lost and Found
Episode: Johannes Vermeer: life of the week
Nicholas Higham
Emeritus Professor of something; author of How England Began
University/academic publisher mentioned in discussion
Episode: When did Roman Britain really end?
Eleanor Barraclough
Historian and co-host of the discussion
University or Research Institution (as introduced in episode)
Episode: How the Vikings reshaped Anglo-Saxon England
Karl Morris
Lecturer in Religion, Culture and Society at the University of Lancashire; author of Dirtbag Dreams, A History of Mountain Ultra and Trail Running
University of Lancashire / Dirtbag Dreams
Episode: A short history of running
Mary Beard
Internationally renowned classicist
University of Cambridge; British Museum trustee
Episode: Mary Beard on why the classics still matter
Kate Williams
Historian and author
Historian and author
Episode: Elizabeth II: life of the week
Julian Sancton
Author and journalist, Neptune's Fortune, The Billion Dollar Shipwreck and The Ghosts of the Spanish Empire
The Hollywood Reporter
Episode: How to find a billion-dollar shipwreck
Matthias Egeler
Professor of old Norse literature and culture
Goethe University Frankfurt am Main
Episode: A fantastical history of fairies
Emily Lethbridge
Lecturer and expert on early medieval Icelandic literature and women's history in the sagas
ArnIng Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies
Episode: Aud the Deep-Minded: life of the week

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 9.6k ratings
  • Recent episode Islamic propaganda instead of history.

    I often enjoy History Extra, no longer. Your latest episode is with a writer that is not in fact a historian and who is writing propaganda - glorifying Islamic imperialism and conquest and calling it liberation, utterly insane.

    Apple Podcasts
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    JJAADF
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great Show!

    Please know that any reviewer or person that uses the term ‘woke’ as a derogatory term is a spam bott.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod Afficianodo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good History Pods

    Good pod on the Cornish uprising. Probably worth more pods on what was going on in society at the time. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friends with Pods
    United Statesa month ago
  • Woke History

    Always twists historic events to make Britain look bad. Never say anything good that Britain has done. Completely biased and woke!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bobby Bruce star
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Got woke

    Used to be an informative, middle-ground, non-ideological podcast, but it’s gotten obnoxiously woke over the past year or so. I guess they didn’t get the memo that people are tired of that stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
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    HMS Beverly
    United States2 months ago

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Some reviewers express concerns over a decline in the quality of recent guests or technical issues with certain episodes.
Audience members highlight the podcast's ability to connect historical themes to contemporary issues, making it relevant and informative.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into historical topics with expert insights, often praising the engaging nature of the discussions.
The diverse range of subjects covered—from well-known events to lesser-known narratives—receives positive feedback.

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Apple Podcasts
#43
United States/History
Spotify
#22
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#217
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#27
Canada/History
Spotify
#33
Australia/History

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Preview: The surprising history of pizza
Q: Tell me, Emily, what do you think of pineapple on pizza?
Emily's discussion with Annie Gray reveals a nuanced stance: pineapple on pizza is controversial, but the majority in Britain are in favor, and Annie advocates for pineapple enthusiasts while acknowledging the debate and historic and culinary contexts around the toppings.
Elizabeth II: life of the week
Q: Do we know how Elizabeth reacted when she heard the news of King Edward VIII's abdication?
The discussion suggests she processed the moment with the gravity of a young heir, understanding the profound political implications, while remaining focused on her future role and the stability of the monarchy.
Mary Beard on why the classics still matter
Q: What do you hope readers take from your relationship with the classics and its relevance today?
She hopes readers understand that the classics illuminate contemporary questions, encourage critical thinking about the present, and invite diverse voices into the discussion rather than presenting the ancient world as a static, noble precursor to modern civilization.
Aud the Deep-Minded: life of the week
Q: And my first question to Emily about her life is, I'm aware that I'm saying her name in a very Anglicised, modernised way when I'm saying Aud. That's not how her name would have been said in her own time, the 9th century. Can you please teach me how it should be pronounced?
Emily explains that in Icelandic the name is Øyðr, with the initial Ø resembling a sound closer to the French œ; this underscores how sagas were written and translated with modern eyes, and why pronunciation matters for historical authenticity.
How to find a billion-dollar shipwreck
Q: Could you set Roger Dooley's early life and how that shaped his later career?
Julian details Dooley's background, his Cuban-American upbringing, and how his fascination with the ocean and shipwrecks evolved into a career despite political and personal obstacles.

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Featuring engaging discussions with leading historical experts, this podcast offers a captivating array of stories from various eras, including significant events and influential figures from global history. With episodes released six times a week, listeners can explore topics ranging from ancient civilizations to modern conflicts, as well as lesser-known narratives that provide broader perspectives on the past. Unique elements of the podcast include its focus on the connections between historical themes and contemporary issues, while also addressing subjects such as women's history and black history. Additionally, the podcast invites listeners to rethink myths, legends, and popular narratives surrounding certain historical events, making i... more

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