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Journey Through Time

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Women's Suffrage
Gilded Age
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Tokyo Rose
Resurrectionists
Medical Ethics
Eleanor Rathbone
New York City
Ulysses S. Grant

Forgotten stories from history and how they shaped the way we live today. Hear about the ordinary people from history and the extraordinary impact they’ve had on the present. Hosted by historians David Olusoga and Sarah Churchwell, Journey Through Time will show how everyday actions have the most remarkable unintended consequences that ripple through time. From the first woman to run for President... more

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How did the most celebrated writers and directors in America take aim at McCarthyism in works such as High Noon and The Crucible? Why did Roy Cohn, the man who went on to be Donald Trump’s mentor, get involved in the trials? Despite both men using ho... more

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Who is Joseph McCarthy, the young senator who gives his name to these trials? Had Communist agents really infiltrated the US Government? Who were the Rosenbergs, America's most notorious communist couple, executed for giving state secrets to the Sovi... more

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What happened when the House of Un-American Activities Committee started to prosecute some of the biggest names in Hollywood? Who were the infamous ‘Hollywood Ten’? Why did the trial of Alger Hiss, a State Department official, terrify the American pu... more

What was the second Red Scare where government employees, creatives, and intellectuals were prosecuted for holding ‘un-American’ views? What are the 19th century origins of Trump’s catch phrase, ‘America First’? Who was Martin Dies, the man responsib... more

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Peter Bazalgette
Former chair of ITV and the man behind Big Brother in the UK
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Episode: 38. The Man Behind Big Brother: Why We’re Hooked on Reality TV (Ep 4)
Steven Johnson
Historian and science writer
Author of 14 books and editorial director at Google Labs
Episode: 20. How Sci-Fi Became Reality: The History of AI

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David Olusoga
Host of Journey Through Time; affiliated with Goalhanger Podcasts.
Sarah Churchwell
Co-host of Journey Through Time; affiliated with Goalhanger Podcasts (and sometimes described as a host).

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • So much to absorb, so well presented

    In general: I have learned a great deal from every episode of Journey Through Time that I have listened to – especially on the topics that I haven’t taken an interest in before. If history had been taught like this when I was at school, I would have been good at it!

    In particular: the series on the Gunpowder Plot was exceptional. The context is everything. I understand now the global impact that Fawkes’ actions would have had, if he had succeeded.

    There is just one aspect of the story that I am ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farquhart
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Journey Through Time: Excellent

    Listening to David and Sarah telling these stories is so interesting and mind blowing. I’ve watched David’s program ‘A House Through Time’, loved the Liverpool series being a scouser! Then found this podcast. I’ve found The Christmas Carol and Chernobyl stories absolutely fascinating and look forward to listening to the back catalogue, a great find. Thank you David and Sarah. Gary Broadway

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scouse Broaders
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great content, but undermined at times

    Really great content and subject matter. David is assured with a super cadence, but the nervous laughter of Catherine undermines this and at times overwhelms. Its often at awkward moments which is a real shame as it disrupts a great narrative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S James 123
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Podcast Perfection

    I adore this show. Sarah and David are both the perfect hosts and a fantastic combination. The content and topics are interesting, revealing and often exciting. I’ve listened to every show several times to soak up the detail, and just to enjoy the company of Sarah and David - thanks folks 🫶 and keep ‘em coming 🙏 highly recommend! 5*****

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Mac of Cov
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Hooked

    Got hooked listening to the Chernobyl series and am now working through the other shows. Brilliant content and they keep you coming back for more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PESKB
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Audiences consistently praise the hosts' deep research, clear storytelling, and engaging on-mic chemistry.
Some critics note pacing or delivery style at times, and a few reviews call for more varied or restrained presentation.
The show is described as informative and accessible, with episodes that illuminate underexplored historical episodes.
Listeners frequently recommend the podcast for fans of rigorous history presented through personal narratives and social context.

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#129
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#104
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#13
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#102
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#38
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#117
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20. How Sci-Fi Became Reality: The History of AI
Q: What are the potential benefits and risks of AI like Notebook LM for historians?
AI can accelerate and enhance the research process but also risks superficial understanding if relied upon for ease.
20. How Sci-Fi Became Reality: The History of AI
Q: How do we know what intelligence is?
Intelligence is not clearly defined, and it leads to questions about how we measure it.

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What is Journey Through Time about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A history-focused show hosted by two historians who explore forgotten or overlooked narratives from the past and trace their lasting influence on today's world. Episodes blend rigorous research with compelling storytelling, covering topics from political witch hunts and censorship to nuclear disasters and civil rights, often centering on ordinary people whose actions had outsized historical impact. The format emphasizes clear context, narrative drive, and thoughtful analysis, with a strong emphasis on social justice, human resilience, and the complexities of political power. Listeners repeatedly praise the hosts' expertise and engaging chemistry, though some episodes inspire debate about pacing or presentation style. Overall, it's a robust ... more

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