HUB History - Our Favorite Stories from Boston History
HUB HistoryBoston history that goes far beyond the Freedom Trail.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 371 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & CulturePlaces & Travel | |||
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What does it mean to lose your home to a war you hoped would never come? In the popular imagination, the American Revolution is a black and white story of “Good Patriots” versus “Bad British,” but the reality on the streets of occupied Boston was far... more
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, and here in Boston Independence Day comes early, on a holiday we celebrate every year on March 17 as Evacuation Day. In the early months of 1776, the American Revolution was stuck in a freez... more
At a time when most Bostonians were interred at burying grounds with familiar names like Copp’s Hill and the Granary, usually under slate markers decorated with winged skulls or cherubs, the congregants at Old North and just a handful of other Boston... more
In this episode, Nikki Stewart of Old North Illuminated and Dr. Kyle B. Roberts of the Congregational Library and Archives discuss the pivotal role of religion in the American Revolution. The conversation explores how Boston’s religious landscape—ran... more
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- Horrible narration
The voice actor sucks. sounds like AI
Apple Podcasts1ZKR 313
United States3 months ago - No more politics
I don’t tune into this podcasts for the host’s political rants. Please stop.
Apple Podcasts3Jack 204United States5 months ago - The narration used to be great…what happened?
This used to be one of my favorite history podcasts, and I loved the way the two hosts delivered this rich content. But it sounds like Jake got some horrible advice to adopt an exaggerated sing-song cadence, and to end each sentence with a low-pitch, drawn-out vocal fry.
I would suggest getting advice from a vocal coach, but I suspect that may what caused this disastrous change in his speech!
I’m so disappointed to miss out this well researched treasure trove of Boston history…but it’s simply... more
Apple Podcasts2LCoomassieUnited States5 months ago - Hub History is Fantastic
I’ve listened to all of the HubHistory from the beginning. The host enthusiasm for his adopted city is palpable. I’ve lived in this area for 76 years and have been a history nerd all my life and can count on this podcast to continue my historical understanding of this area. The host signature style of delivery adds to the flow and separates his broadcast from others in a pleasing and pleasant way
Apple Podcasts5ChuckarlUnited States7 months ago - Exceptional podcast!
This is an exceptional podcast. I’m a lifelong New Englander and history fan, but despite that, the topics are often new to me. I also appreciate the close attention paid to the original sources, Jake doesn’t “dumb them down” for his audience, instead he works to integrate them into his presentation. As far as his inflection goes, I’m a fan, to me it represents the care and deliberation with which he approaches every aspect of the show.
Apple Podcasts5ChrisbookyUnited States8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #242 | United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #75 |  France/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #214 |  Mexico/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
Apple Podcasts | #241 |  Belgium/Society & Culture/Places & Travel |
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What is HUB History about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Boston history podcast that digs into less-told stories from the city's past, with a strong focus on the Revolutionary era, architecture, theater, art, and local institutions. Episodes frequently feature expert guests from archives, museums, and universities, plus deep-dive narratives grounded in primary sources. Notable strengths include rigorous historical sourcing, a broad range of topics from military events to cultural life, and a storytelling style that blends narrative with archival analysis. It stands out for highlighting underrepresented voices and local institutions, making it a good fit for listeners who want nuanced, source-backed Boston history beyond mainstream tours.
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HUB History launched 9 years ago and published 371 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on HUB History?
Recent guests on HUB History include:
1. Patrick G. O'Brien
2. Emily Spence
3. Nikki Stewart
4. Kyle B. Roberts
5. William Hazelgrove
6. Susan Lester
7. Michelle Leblanc
8. Ken Turino
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