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The History Show

RTÉ Radio 1
Kathleen Lynn
1916 Rising
Ireland
John Mccarthy
Artificial Intelligence
St. Alton's Hospital For Sick Infants
Irish Citizens' Army
Anglo-Irish Treaty
Madeleine French Mullin
Irish Catholic Church
Irish Dental Association
Mount Everest
Social Housing
University College Dublin
Stanford University
California Institute Of Technology
Silicon Valley
Professor John Mccarthy
Walter Lynch
Padraig O'donoghue

Bringing the past to life! Discover how Ireland and our world was shaped as Myles Dungan and guests explore events ranging from medieval times to the recent past. Listen live Sundays at 6pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Latest Episodes

Myles Dungan and guests preview the upcoming release of the 1926 Irish census from the National Archives. With Orlaith McBride, Ida Milne, Gregory Walls, Patrick O'Donovan, Zoe Reid and John Gibney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.... more

A short history of the Oscars, with Harvey O'Brien of UCD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The history and culture of the Irish pub; and the origins of the Academy Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To discuss the social and cultural history of the pub, Myles talks to Donal Fallon, author of 'The Dublin Pub'; and Perry Share and MoonYoung Hong, editors of 'The Irish Pub'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Harvey O'Brien
Lecturer, University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Episode: The Academy Awards
Donald Fallon
Historian, author of The Dublin Pub, A Social and Cultural History
University of Dublin / Author
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 15th March 2026
Moon Young Hong
Assistant professor, School of English, University of Hong Kong
University of Hong Kong
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 15th March 2026
Perry Shear
Head of the School of Social Science and Humanities, Atlantic Technological University, Sligo
ATU Sligo
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 15th March 2026
Ciarán Wallace
Deputy Director of the Virtual Record Treasury of Ireland, author of 'Meath and the Irish Revolution, 1912-23'
Virtual Record Treasury of Ireland
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 28th December 2025
Kay McNulty
Pioneering figure in the world of computing, known for her role in the development of ENIAC.
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 28th December 2025
Roger Casement
Irish patriot and human rights activist who was commemorated in San Francisco.
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 28th December 2025
Ciaran Wallace
Deputy Director of the Virtual Record Treasury of Ireland
Virtual Record Treasury of Ireland
Episode: Meath: The Irish Revolution, 1912-23
David McCullagh
Historian, author and broadcaster
Episode: Full Show Podcast - 21st December 2025

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Myles Dungan
Host of The History Show

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 295 ratings
  • Bad Start to New Series

    I have been looking forward to the new series and this is the topic-The Gaeltacht Civil Rights. Seriously? What is the production team thinking??

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nasty Presidential Elections

    Most entertaining episode in quite some time and certainly better than any of the drivel that they feed to us over here in the U.S.

    Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mallarie121
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast, essential weekly listening

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Nacho Man Candy Cabbage
    3 years ago
  • Great podcast, essential weekly listening

    Podcast Addict
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    Nacho Man Candy
    3 years ago
  • Fascinating History Podcast

    I’ve been listening to this gem of a show for years. The show focuses on Irish history and the stories of Irish people both at home and abroad, but does a wonderful job showing the connections to European, American, and world history. As an American, I was surprised by how interesting and relevant these stories are to me. Myles and team always bring fascinating stories to the table, covering both large historical events but also personal, local, and little known stories. Always intriguing an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Winston Mandolin
    United States3 years ago

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Some listeners want more varied episode labeling and updated presentation.
Shows high-quality, accessible history with strong guest expertise.
Listeners appreciate the blend of local Irish history with global connections.
Comments range from praise for depth and context to critiques about formatting and pacing.
Strong international relevance and engaging storytelling cited by numerous fans.

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Apple Podcasts
#183
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#17
Ireland/History
Apple Podcasts
#235
South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts
#245
United Arab Emirates/History
Apple Podcasts
#245
Philippines/History
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#246
South Korea/History

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Robert Casement honoured in San Francisco
Q: What is the significance of the bronze plaque for Roger Casement?
The bronze plaque memorializes him as a human rights activist involved in LGBTQ+ rights and marks February 28th as Roger Casement Day in San Francisco, highlighting his impact on both Irish and LGBTQ+ history.
Robert Casement honoured in San Francisco
Q: Who is Donna Sachet and what is the Rainbow Honour Walk?
Donna Sachet is the president of the Rainbow Honour Walk, which celebrates LGBTQ+ figures, including Roger Casement, who was recently honored with a plaque.
Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Q: What went wrong with the Boundary Commission process?
The leak of the commission's findings caused uproar among nationalists, highlighting the perceived betrayal and limited changes to the border, resulting in significant political fallout.
Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Q: How did the Irish perceive themselves in relation to African Americans during the Civil War?
The letters show that Irish soldiers viewed themselves as racially superior to African Americans, and they didn't focus on ideological issues, but rather on their own circumstances and families.
Full Show Podcast - 2nd November 2025
Q: What was the motivation for many Irish soldiers to enlist in the American Civil War?
Many were driven by economic necessity as they faced job losses during the secession crisis, while others felt a sense of patriotism to their new country.

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A history-focused show that digs into Irish and global events through expert interviews and narrative storytelling. Episodes frequently center on social history, political milestones, and the human experiences behind major events, from local communities in Ireland to broader connections with world history. Noteworthy are the range of guests—historians, authors, and researchers—who unpack nuanced topics with context, making complex histories accessible and engaging for curious listeners. The format often blends archival discussion with personal anecdotes and scholarly insight, which can be especially appealing to educators, students, and professionals seeking well-researched historical perspectives. Potential listeners may appreciate its tho... more

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Recent guests on The History Show include:

1. Harvey O'Brien
2. Donald Fallon
3. Moon Young Hong
4. Perry Shear
5. Ciarán Wallace
6. Kay McNulty
7. Roger Casement
8. Ciaran Wallace

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