Afua Hirsch and Peter Frankopan tell the wild stories of some of the most extraordinary men and women ever to have lived – and ask whether they have the rep they deserve. Should Nina Simone’s role in the civil rights movement be more celebrated than it is? When you find out what Picasso got up to in his studio, can you still admire his art? Was Napoleon a hero or a tyrant - or both? (And, while we... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 169 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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What actually turned a teenage aristocrat into a "finished" gentleman in the 1700s? Why did one incredibly long, incredibly expensive holiday end up inventing the whole idea of "the West"? And why can you still trace a straight line from that holiday... more
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- Love legacy
This show has really grown on me - I love the different perspectives both hosts bring to the topics. I also love how it makes me think about events in history in a new and different way. Thank you !
Apple Podcasts5Voilet1717
New Zealanda month ago - No fun.
I have really enjoyed this podcast for a long time now but am finding Afua’s obsession with colonisation and racism becoming tedious. It is like listening to a cracked record harping on these issues over and over again. There is little enjoyment to following the podcast now.
Apple Podcasts1fragoulis gallowopolous
Australiaa month ago - Previously fantastic, now fantastically mid
When this show first came out it was honestly fantastic. Efua and Peter bounce off each other very well. Their chemistry is great and they are clearly experts in their fields. The original format of the show, focusing on individuals from history were great! Unfortunately now it seems to have deviated and dropped off massively. Random, uninteresting subjects (not even people.. isn’t that the whole point of the show?) that just don’t pique the interest, coupled with incessant political messaging f... more
Apple Podcasts2Jammyad96
United Kingdoma month ago - Love
Listened to the World Cup episode as I was driving home to watch the England vs Ghana game. Best timing ever. Cheered for Ghana, but my heart goes to my home. Go Canada!
Apple Podcasts5Montreal Charlotte
Canadaa month ago - Engaging
This podcast is great. I have learnt so much. I always disliked history at school as I didn’t find the uk curriculum topics interesting. Afua and Peter are fantastic at exploring and explaining topics and relating them back to social issues today which is so engaging. I love the refreshing perspectives that Afua brings to the conversations.
Ps Ridiculous that some reviews are complaining about ads. The hosts deserve to be paid for the content they produce. Subscribe if you dont want them.
Apple Podcasts5LennaloUnited Kingdoma month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #221 |  United States/History |
Spotify | #46 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #73 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #101 | Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #71 | Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #49 |  Norway/History |
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What is Legacy about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A thoughtful history-and-biography show that re-examines iconic figures through a modern lens, weighing fame against legacy and often questioning the narratives around famous lives. Episodes span political revolutions, art, science, leadership, and cultural impact, with a knack for connecting historical figures to contemporary debates about power, identity, and ethics. Guests and hosts frequently challenge traditional depictions, offering nuanced takes on who these figures were and what their legacies mean today. The format has evolved to shorter, topic-driven profiles, which some listeners appreciate for conciseness and insight, while others miss long-form biographical storytelling. Overall, it's likely to appeal to curious, educated liste... more
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1. Gary Lineker
2. Sir Antony Beevor
3. Christopher de Bellaigue
4. Kim Ghattas
5. Ali Ansari
6. Marlon James
7. Professor Brett Kahr
8. Dr. Susie Orbach
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