
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 | 168 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

It’s human nature to believe that history repeats itself – but might our instinct to look for echoes of the past in the present be misguided, and even dangerous? This Long Read, written by Robert Blackmore, explores why such comparisons can be decept... more
In Ireland, many thousands condemned as ‘fallen women’ were detained indefinitely in Magdalene laundries, forced to toil in harsh conditions. This Long Read written by Louise Brangan – author of The Fallen – reveals how church and state colluded to c... more
The collapse of Roman rule in Britain, followed by the emergence of kingdoms established by Germanic tribes, marks one of the most turbulent periods in Britain’s history. But what factors drove this dramatic transformation? This Long Read written by ... more
In the 1920s and 1930s, Weimar was rife with contradictions, embracing both utopian modernism and Nazism. This German town’s interwar story reveals how democratic dreams can die in the face of economic ills and polarising politics, as this Long Read ... more
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This trend needs to be reversed. The relentless march of AI detracts from a programme like this; it does nothing for the listener experience. Do the producers seriously think we can’t tell the difference between a human and an AI bot? I listened for 10 seconds then stopped. Definitely not for me.
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
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Long-form historical features explore a wide range of eras and topics, from biographies and cultural history to geopolitical conflicts, with a focus on context, sources, and narrative accessibility. Episodes tend to combine scholarly analysis with engaging storytelling, often weaving in interviews with historians, authors, and subject-matter experts to illuminate how past events shape present-day culture and ideas. A standout trait is the mix of deep-dive journalism and long-form reads, sometimes including debates around interpretation, provenance, or historiography. This makes it appealing for curious listeners who enjoy well-researched narratives and want to understand the broader significance of historical moments beyond surface-level re... more
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2. Katja Hoyer
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4. Meghan Kobza
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6. Thomas Asbridge
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8. Alan McDougall
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