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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 the real stories behind your favourite films, TV shows and period dramas, as well as compelling insights into lesser-known aspects of the past. We d... more

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	2537	Founded	19 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	History

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Britain and the looted African gold

In the 1870s, British troops invaded the African kingdom of Asante, razed its capital, prowled its palace and plundered its exquisite golden treasures. In this episode, Barnaby Phillips tells Spencer Mizen about the fate of the Asante gold – and expl... more

Yesterday • 39 min

The devastating Jewish revolt against the Roman empire

It was under the rule of the infamous emperor Nero that the Great Revolt, the first of the Jewish-Roman wars, began, sparking many decades of continuous conflict. Speaking to James Osborne, historian and author Barry Strauss traces the story, followi... more

18 Mar 2026 • 47 min

Culture and conflict: a historical tour of Dublin

Ireland's capital may be famous today for its nightlife and literature, but it has experienced more than its fair share of conflict and oppression alongside periods of great cultural and religious flourishing. To mark St Patrick's Day, we're revisiti... more

17 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 6 min

How Rasputin helped doom the Romanovs

The life of Grigori Rasputin, the Siberian peasant healer who wielded influence over the family of Russia’s last tsar, has fascinated the world for more than a century. Historian Antony Beevor speaks to Danny Bird about the man behind the myth and ru... more

16 Mar 2026 • 44 min

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Recent Guests

Barry Strauss

Professor of History and Humanistic Studies

Cornell University / Hoover Institution

Episode: The devastating Jewish revolt against the Roman empire

Gillian O'Brien

Historian, Dublin expert

HistoryExtra, University/Institute not specified in transcript

Episode: Culture and conflict: a historical tour of Dublin

Antony Beevor

Bestselling historian, author of Rasputin and the Downfall of the Romanovs

History writer

Episode: How Rasputin helped doom the Romanovs

Charlotte Vosper

Author of Hard Streets, Working Class Lives in Charlie Chaplin's London

Author / Historian

Episode: Life on the mean streets of 19th-century London

Katherine Pangonis

Historian specialing in medieval to modern France; author of A History of France in 21 Women

Author, Historian

Episode: Trailblazers and troublemakers: women who made French history

Lara Douds

Assistant Professor in History at Northumbria University

Northumbria University

Episode: Vladimir Lenin: life of the week

Alwyn Turner

Senior lecturer in history at the University of Chichester; author on 20th century Britain

University of Chichester

Episode: Why Britons rejected fascism in the 1930s

Nicola Tallis

Historian and author of Young Elizabeth and Crown of Blood

Author, 16th century history expert

Episode: Young Elizabeth I: the making of a queen

Catherine Clark

Cultural historian, author of A History of England in 25 Poems

Episode: A poetic history of England

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 9.6k ratings

Good Pods on WWII
Good pods with Mark Urban on tanks and Roger Moorhouse on U-boats. (I’ll look into getting Roger’s latest book!) The pod on life in the Luftwaffe was very disappointing. The author seemed very knowledgeable but was unserious about the topic.
Apple Podcasts
5
Friends with Pods
United Statesa month ago
Right?
• SERIES: “Boston Tea Party”. Guest catchphrase: “… Right?” (Not only at the end of sentences, but also MID-SENTENCE!).
•Episode: Life of the Week — Susan B. Anthony: In which the host says: “Her name does loom so large,” then mispronounces that name for the entire podcast.

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•EPISODE: History of Extinction in which, in the opening seconds, the host misuses the words “hone in” instead of the correct “home in”. And he’s not even American, which might otherwise explain it. (“To hone” Is to... more
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(Gibberer)
Australiaa month ago
BEST PODCAST
Mkay so I love podcasts, but I always finish them super fast. So this is the PERFECT PODCAST! Thank you for making so many episodes! I’m in America, but I IDOLIZE BBC!!!
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Dragon girl 45666
United States2 months ago
Fantastic and professional
Hats off for this podcast and all the people who are part of it! It has provided me with such broad and deep knowledge of just about anything historic. I have particularly liked anything related to medieval times!
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Duchess of Edinburgh
Sweden2 months ago
Quality and presentation of information has declined
Noticeable decline in quality of recent guests, their inability to communicate depth of knowledge and provide interesting information is disappointing. Laughing when presenting (Luftwaffe episode) takes away from topic and makes listening unbearable. Very hit and miss - time to unsubscribe:(
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Apple Podcasts	#44	United States/History
Spotify	#22	United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts	#211	United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts	#19	Canada/History
Apple Podcasts	#20	United Kingdom/History
Spotify	#34	Australia/History

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Life on the mean streets of 19th-century London

Q: In what ways were the hard streets of southeast London 'hard', and what does that tell us about daily life at the time?

Hard streets referred to dirt, overcrowding, and the lack of sanitation, but also to the social structures that kept families dependent on limited incomes. The discussion shows how people managed housing, learned to access education despite barriers, and found moments of beauty and community that helped sustain them through adversity.

Life on the mean streets of 19th-century London

Q: Whose stories are you telling in the book, and why are these two autobiographies used as the framing device?

The book is framed by two autobiographies: George Timworth's, which covers much of the first half, and Charlie Chaplin's, which bridges into the later period. They provide a lens to explore the wider experiences of the poor working class in Lambeth and South London, because both figures—though extraordinary—emerge from ordinary backgrounds and their stories illuminate a broader social history.

Culture and conflict: a historical tour of Dublin

Q: What marked the turning point for Dublin during the 17th and 18th centuries in terms of political power and religious divides?

The 1641 Rebellion and the Cromwellian conquest shifted power toward Protestant administration, followed by the 18th-century Georgian expansion and the establishment of a Dublin Parliament, which entrenched sectarian power dynamics and laid groundwork for later independence movements.

Culture and conflict: a historical tour of Dublin

Q: Could you very briefly describe the key events that shaped Dublin in the late medieval period and the Norman impact on the city?

The Normans arrived in the 12th century, built Dublin Castle, and created a political and military core around the Pale, with strong trading and urban growth, while the indigenous population and Viking remnants contributed to a blended, layered urban identity.

Elizabeth I: a woman in a man’s world

Q: What were the most pressing concerns Elizabeth faced in her first year on the throne?

She faced legitimacy questions due to her contested line of succession, gender biases in a male-dominated society, religious tensions between Protestants and Catholics, and economic and political instability that required careful consolidation of power.

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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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