Subject to Change
Russell HoggI talk to the world's best historians and let them tell the stories. And the stories are wonderful! (And occasionally I change the subject and talk about films, philosophy or whatever!).
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 109 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmHistory | |||
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Professor Donald Rayfield picks up Crimea’s story in spring 1942, when Germany turns south for the Black Sea and oil. Some Tartars can't imagine anyone worse than Stalin. Some can't imagine anyone worse than Hitler. Tragically, they are both right th... more
Donald Rayfield returns for the second of three episodes on Crimea — this time taking the long view, from the Mongol Golden Horde to Catherine the Great's annexation and the early Soviet period.
At its height the Crimean Khanate was a sophisticated ... more
The subject today comes out of the Crimean war (1853-1856).
I talked to Professor Donald Rayfield, Emeritus Professor of Russian and Georgian history at Queen Mary University of London, about the war itself and in particular what happened to those t... more
Part 1 of the podcast told the sad story of how some shocking misjudgements on the part of Justinian saw him dragged to the Hippodrome where a man with a pair of pliers cut off his nose, cut out his tongue.
But in a misjudgement every bit as big as ... more
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- A dinner-party for my intellect
I’m a doctor, this was recommended to me by a journalist, I love listening to a lawyer in their spare time speak to authors about history often with film references. It’s all here!
Apple Podcasts5JslKeats
Australia6 months ago - Top shelf
One of the most stimulating listens out there. The host is enormously well-read yet modest, and it shows in his thoughtful questions and how he draws the most out of his interviewees. He really has a knack for picking subjects just off the beaten path that prove to be totally fascinating and teach me something I didn’t know I didn’t know. As good as this medium gets.
Apple Podcasts5Scooter1910
United Statesa year ago - Excellent
This is one of the best history podcasts I have heard. The host’s interaction with his guests is well done. I would give this podcast even more stars.
Apple Podcasts5Pho. Bolo. H.United Statesa year ago - Unique stories
I found this podcast serendipitously and it’s been one of the great hidden gems out there. Covering areas of historical and some contemporary interest, each story warrants full attention from start to finish. Great collection of interviews right here.
Apple Podcasts5hkio5
United Kingdoma year ago - A wonderful history podcast
The topic/guest selection is excellent: every episode is extremely interesting and well-developed, be it about the Lord of the Rings or the spice trade. Russell is also a fantastic interviewer that helps his guests shine.
Apple Podcasts5HbgyjvtunUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #97 |  Finland/History |
Apple Podcasts | #199 |  Israel/History |
Apple Podcasts | #215 |  South Africa/History |
Apple Podcasts | #247 |  Taiwan/History |
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What is Subject to Change about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A history-focused interview series that pulls in leading historians to unpack deep pasts with narrative clarity. Episodes span Byzantine politics, early modern England, World War I, aviation history, and the broader histories of slavery, empire, and religion, often connecting era-specific events to larger cultural memories. The host tends to steer conversations with thoughtful, open-ended questions that let guests develop ideas and tell human-centered stories, frequently pairing archival detail with accessible storytelling. A standout feature is the breadth of topics—from classic battles to biographical portraits and even crossovers into film and culture—making it appealing to listeners who want serious history presented in engaging, conver... more
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1. Donald Rayfield
2. Lucy Hughes-Hallet
3. David Rooney
4. Lyndal Roper
5. David Stevenson
6. Ed West
7. Mark Morris
8. Edward Shawcross
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