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 | Daily | Episodes | 152 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||
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Apple Podcasts1TrinBin123
United Kingdom17 days ago - What happened to this podcast?
The hosts of this podcast are knowledgeable and articulate. Their individual perspectives on infamous figures and their place in history is fascinating. So, my problem isn’t with them, but the format change. This show use to be unique, nuanced now it seems to be highlighting subjects found in trashy media. Diet, exercise, celebrity makeovers. Isn’t this suppose to be a history podcast? As much as I like the hosts, I won’t be listening anymore.
Apple Podcasts2f$&@off
United States22 days ago - Just brilliant
I love this Podcast, the breadth of subjects has really increased recently and I appreciate the humour shared between the hosts. Thanks Afua and Peter!
Apple Podcasts5Lomi12United Kingdoma month ago - The earlier episodes were better
Now it’s potatoes and cargo? How dull.
Apple Podcasts2Podcastreviewer89United Kingdoma month ago - Why the change?
I really LOVED this podcast. Yes, the retellling using modern ideas of gender and sexuality sometimes seemed a little overdone. But it was endlessly fascinating to dig into the lives and stories of individuals and to rethink who they might have been using our modern lenses. And that was Legacy’s niche. I have no idea why they’ve gone the direction of topics and ideas, which now makes Legacy like so many other history podcasts I already listen to. It’s a disappointing and confusing change in di... more
Apple Podcasts4antillaiseUnited Statesa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #119 | United States/History |
Spotify | #32 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #36 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #67 |  Canada/History |
Spotify | #46 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #37 | Australia/History |
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What is Legacy about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A historically minded show that explores the lives of extraordinary figures through a modern lens, blending biographical storytelling with analysis of power, culture, and politics. Topics span empire, war, literature, art, and social movements, often pushing listeners to reconsider reputations and legacies. The hosts bring sharp, informed perspectives and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, which makes episodes feel both educational and thought-provoking. A standout trait is the balanced tension between rigorous research and engaging debate, plus a willingness to connect past events to current global issues, making it appealing to curious, educated listeners who enjoy deep-dive storytelling with a critical edge.
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Which podcasts are similar to Legacy?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Legacy:
1. British Scandal
2. The Spy Who
3. Dan Snow's History Hit
4. Empire: World History
5. HistoryExtra podcast
How many episodes of Legacy are there?
Legacy launched 3 years ago and published 152 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 Legacy?
Recent guests on Legacy include:
1. Sir Antony Beevor
2. Christopher de Bellaigue
3. Kim Ghattas
4. Ali Ansari
5. Marlon James
6. Professor Brett Kahr
7. Dr. Susie Orbach
8. Professor Brett Carr
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