
This week, something big happened. You might have never heard of it, but this moment changed the course of history. A HISTORY Channel original podcast, HISTORY This Week gives you insight into the people—both famous and unknown—whose decisions reshaped the world we live in today. Through interviews with experts and eyewitnesses, each episode will give you a new perspective on how history is writte... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 306 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

February 14, 1905. A stick of dynamite detonates under the Hudson River — and the ground above swallows a locomotive whole. It's the latest setback in an audacious plan to tunnel beneath the river and bring trains into Manhattan. The Pennsylvania Rai... more
HISTORY This Week will return with new episodes this Monday, February 16th, with a story about the most vital train tunnels in the United States.
The North River Tunnels—their formal name—connect New Jersey to Penn Station in New York City, carrying... more
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Feb 13, 1920. For over thirty years, Black baseball players have been locked out of the major leagues. So on this day in Kansas City, Rube Foster, a former pitcher and now a team owner, i... more
February 4, 1955. In a New York courtroom, the Comics Czar takes the stand. He’s in charge of enforcing a new code, meant to keep comic books from corrupting America’s youth, and he’s here to prove that his work has cleaned up the industry. But that ... more
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Good podcast if you want to be entertained for half an hour about an event in history you likely know little about. It’s not hard hitting history, but that doesn’t appear to be the intent. I don’t think it tries to cater towards any specific group, but there’s definitely some unconscious bias in a particular direction, so if you’re looking for a truly down the middle podcast I suspect there are better options, but who knows nowadays. All in all, I enjoy most episodes and it’s worthy of a listen ... more
Takes a lot of time to say very little. Narrator has annoying voice.
Every Monday, I listen to your podcast during my lunch break. I love listening to you every Monday, Sally Helm! Your podcast is food for my mind!
When did you come back? How far behind am I? I was so excited to see this! Happy to hear Sally’s voice again.
I have always loved history but this podcast is impeccable. For on thing, Sally’s voice is so powerful, and the other thing is that it is just the right mixture of fun and true - there is no sugar coating. The ads are not bad either, it’s just 00:30-1:00 of ads, I just skip over them :)
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This podcast focuses on pivotal moments in history that may not be widely known, offering in-depth explorations of events and figures that shaped the world. Each episode features expert interviews and firsthand accounts, adding unique perspectives on how history is constructed and understood. Listeners can expect a blend of stories ranging from significant political acts to personal narratives, illuminating the often-overlooked aspects of history in an engaging manner. Its unique format and emphasis on both well-known and obscure figures allow for a richer understanding of historical events, making it appealing to those interested in a deeper dive into societal influences and changes over time.
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Recent guests on HISTORY This Week include:
1. Jill Jonnes
2. Polly Desjarlais
3. Andy Sparberg
4. Bob Kendrick
5. Phil S. Dixon
6. David Hajdu
7. Jeremy Dauber
8. Bob Thomas
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