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 | 134 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Afua and Peter examine the brutal 1915 closure of the Dardanelles, revealing how a single geographic choke point strangled the Russian economy and paved the way for the Bolshevik Revolution. Drawing haunting parallels to modern conflicts in the Strai... more
Afua and Peter examine the terrifying 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, revealing how a massive geological rupture in Japan unexpectedly triggered a radical energy revolution in Germany and shifted the scales of European geopolitics. From the heroi... more
Afua and Peter explore the "Great Famine" of the early 1300s. Triggered by sudden global cooling and torrential rains, Europe's food supply was decimated and up to 70% of its cattle were wiped out through a terrifying bovine plague. This often-overlo... more
A sudden, catastrophic dimming of the sun in 536 AD triggered the coldest decade in two millennia, launching a "volcanic winter" that saw harvests fail from Ireland to China. Peter and Afua explore this environmental shock that directly facilitated t... more
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- It's lively, informative, often fun
Don't be misled by a couple of reviewers' peevish takes--this is worth your while!
Apple Podcasts5Marsie1944
United States13 days ago - Outstanding show
Well researched material that comes alive from presenters that makes the subject come alive. Bravo and Godspeed!
Apple Podcasts5Phoenix CounselorUnited States20 days ago - Excellence on all levels
As a middle-aged, Canadian woman, I really appreciate both perspectives that Afua and Peter bring to the table. I love history, especially real and accurate history, and I have learned a great deal from the podcast. Many episodes send me on a research journey to learn more about the people, topic or events discussed. Occasionally, the commentary of the hosts will challenge my way of thinking, which I quite enjoy. I like the camaraderie between Peter and Afua and I believe they strike a good bala... more
Apple Podcasts5Sleelind
Canada23 days ago - Previous season was better
I used to regularly listen to your episodes but the new approach on the new season I personally find the subjects and themes less interesting. I Still find Afua and Peter great podcasters though!
Apple Podcasts2Yhfb
United Kingdoma month ago - Great podcast
I absolutely love Peter Frankopan’ books and he’s just as interesting in this format. Afua does waste the series when she veers too much into her opinions, totally wasted the Thatcher and Churchill series, her absolute hate for both of them was tiresome to listen to. Hoover and Ghenkis Khan episodes were excellent.
Apple Podcasts4KittyKath10United Kingdoma month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #145 | United States/History |
Spotify | #34 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #26 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #43 | Canada/History |
Spotify | #12 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #40 | Australia/History |
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1. Christopher de Bellaigue
2. Ali Ansari
3. Marlon James
4. Professor Brett Kahr
5. Dr. Susie Orbach
6. Professor Brett Carr
7. Justin Hawkins
8. Afua Hirsch
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