
Take a deep dive into the past as we bring you the very best of HistoryExtra magazine, Britain’s bestselling history magazine. With a new episode released every Monday, enjoy fascinating and enlightening articles from leading historical experts, covering a broad sweep of the centuries – from the scandals of Georgian society to the horrors of the First World War, revolutions, rebellions, and more.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 140 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

1066 is synonymous with the battle of Hastings. Yet while Duke William of Normandy was launching his conquest of England, the rest of Europe had its own crises to contend with. This Long Read written by Charles West takes us on a tour of the continen... more
At the turn of the 12th century, two men from a Staffordshire village died suddenly. Their lifeless bodies were taken to the local graveyard and solemnly laid to rest – but a few days later, they were apparently spotted walking around the village, wi... more
Britain’s War Office thanked the SAS for its remarkable efforts in WW2 by abolishing it – yet soon realised the error of its ways. This Long Read written by Gavin Mortimer tells the story of how the elite unit reinvented itself to confront the challe... more
Killing, burning, pillaging, enslaving. Even when heading to sunnier climes, Viking raiders deployed the same tactics that they had used along the shores of northern and western Europe, as this Long Read written by Thomas Williams reveals.
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It would be nice to hear different voices, male & female. Would help to distinguish the stories.
I want a doctor, doctor continuum!
I really enjoy this. One doesn’t always have time to listen to a whole podcast. The article picked is often the best in the issue, and the reader is excellent.
Narration obviously a Computer reading programme what a shame
I want more!
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Deep-dive history podcast offering long-form analysis of historical events and figures, often anchored in archival journalism and expert narration. Episodes span military history, political upheavals, societal change, and cultural phenomena, typically weaving context, key personalities, and turning points with rich storytelling. Noteworthy is the emphasis on nuanced interpretations of well-known episodes, the blend of academic insight with accessible narrative, and the occasional critique of narration style that signals an active, engaged listener base. This show is likely to appeal to serious history enthusiasts who enjoy thorough exploration, archival details, and connections across eras, as well as professionals in education, research, o... more
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2. Lauren Johnson
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