
Historian Gareth Russell's podcast with demented and delightful stories from the past
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 103 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

The dramatic early reign of Nicholas II and Russia's catastrophic entry into the First World War.
24 ghosts of Hampton Court guide you through its extraordinary history.
The daughter of a Shakespearean hero and a Catholic saint, Matilda of Scotland lived a life at the heart of medieval politics.
It is Single Malt History's 100th episode! To celebrate, I'm taking a look back at its most downloaded episode and its (shaky!) first.
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One of my favourite podcasts. Thoroughly enjoy the completely diverse topics ranging through literally every century & continent. As a citizen of the north of Ireland it’s wonderful that the history of the Emerald Isle , north & south gets a mention! Gareth is a great communicator with an engaging personality & infectious sense of humour. ☘️
How much do i love Gareth? Let me count the ways!
Gareth’s a wonderful public speaker, full of warmth, knowledge and personality.
He’s a superlative historian, he always manages to describe his subjects with humanity.
Never before have i felt sorry for Franz Ferdinand. But, Gareth’s re-telling of the story included some important context, so FF was a living, breathing man, and not just a name in a textbook about WWI.
Gareth covers more contemporary history, as well, which i absolutely ador... more
This podcast is another example of Gareth Russell’s well known and consistent talents with regard to historical storytelling. Wonderfully presented with personal warmth and. Knowledgeable veracity..
I loved Single Malt History. It's been 8 months since last show so I assume he's no longer doing it. I hate that bc it was truly one of my favorite.
Found this via a Rex Factor Podcast recommendation, after their Queen James interview with Russell. Already listened to 4 episodes and pleased to see such a great back catalogue awaiting.
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A history-focused narrative podcast led by a thoughtful historian, pairing deep-dive episodes with discussions from guest experts and authors. Listeners tune in for richly researched stories spanning medieval queens, Tudor intrigue, and modern nationalist movements, often anchored by engaging storytelling that feels like a guided tour of the past. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on primary-source context, a calm, personable host voice, and a track record of bringing historians and authors into conversation in approachable ways. This makes it appealing to history enthusiasts, students, and professionals seeking well-researched, narrative-history content with accessible insights about power, culture, and memory.
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Recent guests on Single Malt History include:
1. Deanna Rayburn
2. Marquis of Anglesey
3. Luke Pepera
4. Dr. Steven Veerapen
5. Sophie Bacchus-Waterman
6. Sam Dalrymple
7. Dr. Tracy Borman
8. Dr. Edward Burke
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