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History on Fire

Daniele Bolelli
Taiping Rebellion
Christianity
John Brown
El Salvador
World War II
Slavery
Hong Xiuquan
Italy
Fascism
Qing Dynasty
Death Squads
Nezahualcoyotl
Tezozomoc
Quintus Sertorius
Civil War
Marcus Aurelius
Genpei War
Buddhism
Fiume
Benito Mussolini

Where history and epic collide--"History on Fire" is a podcast by author and university professor Daniele Bolelli.

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“Marat posed a difficult challenge for Lafayette—a difficult challenge for any free society. Lafayette was committed to the principle of freedom of speech and freedom of the press, but here was a journalist using fanatical lies and scurrilous accusat... more

“[Italians are]… of questionable value from a mental, moral, or physical standpoint.” Anthropologist George Dorsey writing for the Chicago Tribune in 1910.

“[Italians are]… biologically incapable of rising either now or through their descendants abo... more

“Civilized men are more discourteous than savages because they know they can be impolite without having their skulls split.” Robert E. Howard.

"If he had shot me through the brain, sir, I should still have killed him." Andrew Jackson

Since the dawn... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Duncan
Historical podcaster and author of Hero of Two Worlds
Episode: [RERUN] EPISODE 89: The Marquis de Lafayette: A Conversation with Mike Duncan
Jeremy Schwartz
Host of American Criminal podcast
American Criminal
Episode: EPISODE 119: The History of Duels
Alexander Von Sternberg
Host of History Impossible podcast
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Episode: [RERUN] EPISODE 84: History and Video Games
Darryl Cooper
Host of The Martyrmade Podcast
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Episode: [RERUN] EPISODE 79: Slavery
Federigo Giordano
Partisan commander during World War II
Episode: [RERUN] EPISODE 69: Capturing Mussolini

Host

Daniele Bolelli
Host and historian; primary presenter of History on Fire.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 8.7k ratings
  • Great podcast

    Epic storytelling ads colour and memorable characters to sometimes obscure periods of history and makes them much easier to remember and understand.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Oleg
    20 days ago
  • A gelato-flavored view of history served in a cone of crunchy humor.

    It is refreshing to receive your history from a real historian with teaching credentials, flavored with an understandable, some would say, sexy, Italian accent. History on fire is right up there with Dan Carlin‘s Hardcore history podcast, but Danieli adds a sprinkling of humor that makes me laugh out loud.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Transit2016
    United States2 months ago
  • Lessons to learn

    You are correct about not killing your neighbors over differences and also sadly correct about the old world turning their backs on God for human relativism.

    Good luck and many blessings. You will need them

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdh835
    United States3 months ago
  • Rekindle those Fires !

    Love the research, the distillation, the wit, AND the accent....

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hoop-mfm
    United States4 months ago
  • Great

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iguhp80
    United States9 months ago

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Overall, extremely positive on storytelling and depth.
High-quality research and narration; compelling historical context.
The host delivers deep, well-researched history with engaging storytelling.

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[RERUN] EPISODE 89: The Marquis de Lafayette: A Conversation with Mike Duncan
Q: What do you make of it? Do you think it's just human nature? Is it kind of like the old adage about power corrupting?
Duncan says revolutions often unfold amid perceived emergencies and counterrevolutionary threats, which can lead revolutionaries to justify violence as necessary for survival. He emphasizes that this context does not excuse the violence and notes that revolutions do not invariably become dictatorships.
[RERUN] EPISODE 89: The Marquis de Lafayette: A Conversation with Mike Duncan
Q: What do you think are the strengths and weaknesses of each approach? The big scale history, just looking at one big phenomenon over a period of a long period of time versus just looking at one guy's life?
Duncan says he chose biography to take on a different writing challenge and follow history through one person's experience. He enjoyed both approaches, and says the individual biography limits the account to events Lafayette experienced or that directly affected him.
[FEED DROP]: We The Founders (The Constitution) | Government That Doesn’t Suck
Q: Greg, I have a question for you.
The question frames a discussion about how individuals engage with civic life and the Constitution, leading to reflections on personal responsibility and the ongoing education needed to participate effectively in the American system.
[RERUN] EPISODE 84: History and Video Games
Q: How do games handle historical accuracy vs. craft and atmosphere?
Games often prioritize atmosphere and experiential authenticity over strict accuracy; as long as the world feels right and the cultural memory is coherent, players suspend disbelief and gain a sense of history even when specifics are dramatized.
[RERUN] EPISODE 84: History and Video Games
Q: What draws you to video games as a way to teach history?
The interactivity and immersion allow people to inhabit historical environments, which can create a lasting interest and emotional engagement with the past beyond what a traditional textbook or lecture might achieve.

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Frequently Asked Questions About History on Fire

What is History on Fire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show presents history as immersive storytelling, blending deep archival research with vivid narrative to unpack not just what happened, but why it mattered. Episodes cover a wide range of eras and themes—from epic wars and political intrigue to social movements and pivotal legal cases—often tying ancient or historical events to contemporary questions. The host leans into dramatic context, personal anecdotes, and cultural commentary, producing a energetic, sometimes provocative, take on history that rewards listeners who enjoy thorough context, cogent analysis, and a strong storytelling voice. A few standout traits include long-form explorations, cross-episode threads that connect past events to modern issues, and a distinctive, accessi... more

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