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Journey Through Time

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Burke and Hare
Black Tom Explosion
Edinburgh
World War I
Espionage
Women's Suffrage
Gilded Age
Free Love
Victorian Era
Murder
Anatomy
Homeland Security
American Politics
Victoria Woodhull
Tokyo Rose
Medical Ethics
Resurrectionists
Eleanor Rathbone
New York City
Karl Marx

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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes43Founded8 months ago
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As Queen Elizabeth I lay dying, why were the nation’s high profile Catholics rounded up and imprisoned? Why has history overlooked James I, the first king of Scotland and England? Who were the small group of wealthy Catholic men so angry with the new... more

How did the executions for witchcraft finally come to an end? What does a community do to reckon with the aftermath of all this violence? Why have the Salem Witch Trials become shorthand for the prosecution of outsiders and dissidents for centuries? more

Now the witch trials have been set up, what evidence is used to send many innocent people to their death? Why are young women shrieking and convulsing at the sight of those accused? Finally, what are Sarah’s tips for surviving an allegation of witchc... more

What were the Salem Witch Trials that resulted in the deaths of more than 20 innocent people? Why was this puritan community in New England so vulnerable to being gripped by a violent witch hunt? What were the crimes of Tituba, the first woman accuse... more

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Peter Bazalgette
Former chair of ITV and the man behind Big Brother in the UK
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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

Hosts

David Olusoga
Co-host and primary historian focused on significant historical narratives and events. Known for insightful analysis and engaging storytelling.
Sarah Churchwell
Co-host and cultural commentator, contributing insights and narratives related to historical events and their social implications.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 756 ratings
  • I really want to enjoy this

    I always love Olusaga’s historical interests and perspectives but I find his delivery (here and on tv) is just too dry and monotone for me. He must be a very chill man, but I struggle with him as a presenter. I get bored and my mind drifts off. Which is a real pity!

    Great content though. I will give it another try and see if I change my review.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Dgiotrdvj
    United Kingdom14 days ago
  • Rather simplistic

    Overly editorialized schoolboy history.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ChrisH1956
    United States15 days ago
  • Pudding to Pie

    Absolutely loved the “Fire of London “ episodes, delightfully explained with my favourite reference to start and finish points Pie & Pudding

    Keep up the great content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnno663
    United Kingdom18 days ago
  • A great team

    I love this podcast. I think the presenters make a really great team. Both of them are excellent. Good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sammyfunk
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • can’t concentrate

    interesting content which ought to grip but my brain switches off. I see that many people blame Sarah Churchwell exclusively. I’m not sure. Certainly the interaction and rate of switching between the two presenters doesn’t work for me. The interaction dominates the content, which can happen even with two presenters whom I like individually. I need the presenters to be so fascinated by the content they forget about presenting themselves to each other and draw me in

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lacwn
    United Kingdom23 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and well-researched historical content.
Overall, the podcast receives praise for making history accessible to a broader audience, though some criticism exists regarding perceived biases in certain episodes.
The dynamic between the hosts is often highlighted, though some find the co-host's laughter distracting.

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Apple Podcasts
#132
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#53
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#8
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#89
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#29
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#77
France/History

Talking Points

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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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Exploring often overlooked yet significant historical narratives, this podcast focuses on the untold stories of ordinary individuals whose actions have had an extraordinary impact on the present. Each episode features engaging discussions that connect past events to modern-day implications, highlighting how history continuously shapes our understanding of current events. From political milestones to cultural phenomena, the hosts aim to make history accessible and intriguing for a broad audience, making it appealing not just to enthusiasts but also to casual listeners who wish to understand the forces that have shaped contemporary society.

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Journey Through Time launched 8 months ago and published 43 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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