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Climate Change
Hundred Years' War
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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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Latest Episodes

Mexico City, August 1940: a study door closes, an ice axe is raised and the Bolshevik Revolution’s greatest exile meets his grisly end. But what led to this dramatic moment? Danny Bird speaks to Josh Ireland about Josef Stalin’s mortal enemy and the ... more

It's long been assumed that King Harold's English army arrived tired and in disarray at the battle of Hastings, having had to march over 200 miles from fighting the battle of Stamford Bridge. Tom Licence's new analysis disputes this idea. In this con... more

Mrs Beeton is a name synonymous with 19th-century domesticity – most notably in connection with the iconic Book of Household Management. But who was the real woman behind the name? Emily Briffett is joined by author, historian and biographer Kathryn ... more

The US and UK supplied the USSR with vast amounts of military materiel during the Second World War via the Arctic convoys. In this episode, Hugh Sebag-Montefiore speaks to David Musgrove about the importance of this campaign in shaping the outcome of... more

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Recent Guests

Katherine Harvey
Honorary research fellow and historian specializing in the medieval and early modern periods
Birkbeck, University of London
Episode: How to stay healthy in the Middle Ages
Tharik Hussain
Award-winning author, historian and travel writer focused on Muslim heritage and culture
Author, Historian
Episode: Europe's Muslim history
Miles Russell
Principal academic in prehistoric and Roman archaeology
Bournemouth University
Episode: Attila the Hun: life of the week
Adam Nichols
Author and scholar discussing Barbary Corsairs and Elizabeth Marsh
University of Maryland (former associate professor); author of Corsairs and Captives
Episode: Captured by Barbary corsairs: an Englishwoman's extraordinary tale
Rory Carroll
Guardian staff correspondent and author of A Rebel and a Traitor
The Guardian
Episode: Spy, hero, rebel, traitor: the story of Roger Casement
Ryan Gingeras
Professor and author of Mafia, a Global History
National Postgraduate School, California (as mentioned in transcript)
Episode: The relentless rise of the mafia
Stuart Hobday
Historian and author discussing Harriet Martineau
Independent/Historiography
Episode: Harriet Martineau: life of the week
Olivia Weisser
Associate Professor of History, history of medicine, gender and sexuality
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Episode: Sores, sweat and secretions: the pox in early modern London
Barnaby Phillips
Historian and author of The African Kingdom of Gold
BBC/History Extra contributor, author
Episode: Britain and the looted African gold

Reviews

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 States2 months 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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    (Gibberer)
    Australia2 months 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!!!

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️#DoctorWho

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duchess of Edinburgh
    Sweden3 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:(

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ROYMI5
    Australia3 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.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#41
United States/History
Spotify
#22
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#214
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#19
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#20
Canada/History
Spotify
#30
Australia/History

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Was Elizabeth I's reign really a 'golden age'?
Q: So Nicola, this is an episode about the final years of Elizabeth's life. To start off, what were the most pressing challenges for her as she entered old age?
Elizabeth confronted economic hardship at home, ongoing warfare with Spain, and a volatile succession landscape, including the threat of plots and the loss of trusted advisers, which made her personal vulnerability as queen more pronounced.
Attila the Hun: life of the week
Q: Who were the Hunnic people before Attila rose to power, and how powerful were they?
The Huns were a highly mobile, horseback-using group described by Romans as savage outsiders; their power derived from a charismatic aristocracy, large retinues, and the ability to threaten and extract wealth from the Roman world, with Attila and his brother Bleda eventually leading a unified, formidable force.
The relentless rise of the mafia
Q: How did World War II influence the evolution of these groups?
World War II created upheaval that devastated Italy, China, and Japan, enabling these groups to reconsolidate, redefine themselves, and expand into global criminal enterprises, especially in drug trafficking and other illicit industries.
The relentless rise of the mafia
Q: What distinguishes a genuine Mafia from other crime groups?
Mafias are enduring conspiracies embedded in culture and politics, with a mythos and global reach, that tend to evolve across generations while maintaining a distinct organizational identity beyond simple criminal activity.
The relentless rise of the mafia
Q: What exactly is a Mafia, and how do you define it in a global context?
The definition is colloquial and contextual; mafias are enduring criminal conspiracies that act as cultures or subcultures, often with mythos, and that persist across time and borders, adapting to local conditions while reflecting broader historical trends.

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What is HistoryExtra podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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