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History Rage

Paul Bavill
World War II
Medieval History
Charles Dickens
Victorian Workhouse
Holocaust
Poverty
Social Welfare
First World War
1936 Berlin Olympics
Quaker History
Bletchley Park
England
19th Century
Haunted Histories
Aerial Combat
Nazi Germany
Jesse Owens
Patron Saints
National Identity
Burma Campaign

Think history is boring? That’s because you’ve only ever heard the fake version.

On History Rage, professional historians come in swinging — smashing the myths, clichés, and half-truths that keep getting recycled in classrooms, documentaries, and TikToks. Vikings with horned helmets? Nope. Britain standing alone in 1940? Wrong. Medieval people never bathed? Rubbish.

Why listen? Because the truth i... more

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Latest Episodes

Britain’s Cold War story is bigger than you ever knew.

In this explosive episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill sits down with historian and author Fraser McCallum to uncover the often-overlooked story of Cold War Britain. Too often reduced to a ... more

Think the WWII U-Boat War was Britain’s closest brush with defeat? Think again. In this live History Rage special, historian Roger Moorhouse – author of Wolfpack: Inside Hitler’s U-Boat War – joins host Paul Bavill to torpedo one of the Second World ... more

In this gripping episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill is joined by historian and author Jem Duducu, who returns to tackle the myths surrounding the Wild West. Together, they delve into the fantastical narratives spun by Hollywood and how these p... more

The Troubles remain one of the most defining and misunderstood chapters in modern British and Irish history. In this powerful episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill is joined by Oliver Webb-Carter, host of the Aspects of History podcast, to confro... more

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Fraser McCallum
Senior Retail and Admissions Operations Manager at the Imperial War Museum and author of Cold War Britain, 50 Years in the Shadow of the Bomb
Imperial War Museum
Episode: 245. Britain Plays a Major Role in the Cold War with Fraser McCallum | Imperial War Museum Podcast Live Festival
Jem Duducu
Historian, author, and host of the Condensed Histories Podcast
Episode: 243. Wild West Woes: How Hollywood's Cowboys Misled a Nation with Jem Duducu
Oliver Webb-Carter
Fellow podcaster and speaker at the Imperial War Museum Podcast Festival, passionate about history
Aspects of History Podcast
Episode: 242. We Should Understand The Troubles More with Oliver Webb-Carter | Imperial War Museum Podcast Live Festival
Dirk Hoffman-Becking
Historian and host of the History of the Germans podcast
History of the Germans
Episode: 240. The Holy Roman Empire Was Indeed Holy, Roman, and an Empire! with Dirk Hoffman-Becking
Hanna Diamond
Professor of French History at Cardiff University and author of Josephine Baker's Secret War
Cardiff University
Episode: 239. There is more to Josephine Baker than a banana skirt with Hanna Diamond
Alexandra Sills
Ancient historian and author of Gladiators in the Greek World
Episode: 238. The Hollywood idea of Gladiators is completely wrong with Alexandra Sills
Dr. Steve Tibble
Medievalist and author of Assassins and Templars
Episode: 237. Shadows and Swords: The Real Story Behind Assassins and Templars with Dr. Steve Tibble
Richard Easton
Writer and co-author of GPS Declassified From Smart Bombs to Smartphones
Episode: 236. GPS Was Never Military-Only: Debunking the Myths with Richard Easton
Nadine Akkerman
Historian and author focusing on women's history and espionage
Episode: 235. Spying Wasn’t Just Walsingham and the Boys with Nadine Akkerman & Pete Langman | Gloucester History Festival

Host

Paul Bavill
Host of History Rage

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 178 ratings
  • Highly recommend

    Fabulous listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ewan58
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • We Didn’t Steal Missouri

    The pommy guest on the show about the Wild, Wild West was out of line. The US did not steal Missouri. We bought it fair and square from your French pals who stole it from the Indians. Get it right. I’m outraged real good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jumpy Johnny
    United States3 months ago
  • Once again a great episode. Bomber command was so much more than night raids by Lancasters. Supporting coastal command, commando raids, special operations, airbourne landings with Whitleys, Stirlings, Halifaxes, etc.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Touho
    a year ago
  • Perfect travel companion

    In a world where… so much rubbish is broadcast every minute, this is refreshing and inspiring. Highly informed, articulate and entertaining actual experts sharing their knowledge and keeping us on the right side of the myths.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flloyd2010
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great fun

    Lets pick a subject, find out what people like to believe about it then bust that myth. Always a good lighthearted listen and you always learn something, even if some of the “myths” seem a bit dubious (hint, these are some of the best episodes)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manonthefence1
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and entertaining format that combines humor with historical analysis.
The podcast is frequently praised for its myth-busting approach and engaging guests, often highlighting the expertise of historians.
Feedback consistently emphasizes the show's ability to make history relatable, challenging misconceptions in an easy-to-digest way.

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#210
United Kingdom/History
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#108
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Apple Podcasts
#175
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#130
Denmark/History
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#136
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#160
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Talking Points

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243. Wild West Woes: How Hollywood's Cowboys Misled a Nation with Jem Duducu
Q: How accurate were the firearms used in that era?
The firearms were not precise at all; shooters could be ten paces away and still miss.
243. Wild West Woes: How Hollywood's Cowboys Misled a Nation with Jem Duducu
Q: What is angering you today?
A Western has ruined American history. This genre has significantly distorted the understanding of historical events in the Wild West.
242. We Should Understand The Troubles More with Oliver Webb-Carter | Imperial War Museum Podcast Live Festival
Q: Can you give us a background to the troubles then, from a history point of view?
Webb-Carter highlights the partition of Ireland, civil rights issues, and the complexities leading up to the Troubles starting.
238. The Hollywood idea of Gladiators is completely wrong with Alexandra Sills
Q: Do we have female combatants?
Barely any, as they were often just a sideshow rather than skilled gladiators.
238. The Hollywood idea of Gladiators is completely wrong with Alexandra Sills
Q: What is the one thing today you wish everybody would just stop believing?
The Hollywood idea that gladiatorial combat was just mindless violence.

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This podcast presents an engaging and often humorous critique of historical misconceptions, featuring professional historians who passionately debunk widely held myths. Episodes explore a diverse range of topics, from the realities of medieval hygiene to the truths behind infamous historical figures and events, providing listeners with a more nuanced understanding of the past. With an emphasis on correcting popular narratives, this show aims to educate while entertaining, ensuring that each episode leaves the audience with new insights and stories that challenge conventional views on history.

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Recent guests on History Rage include:

1. Fraser McCallum
2. Jem Duducu
3. Oliver Webb-Carter
4. Dirk Hoffman-Becking
5. Hanna Diamond
6. Alexandra Sills
7. Dr. Steve Tibble
8. Richard Easton

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