The French History Podcast

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A weekly history podcast that will cover France from 3 million years ago to present. Presented by Dr. Gary Girod, with contributions by numerous scholars.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	270	Founded	7 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Society & CultureHistory

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Assassinating a King in Marseille, 1934 with Dr. Chris Millington

Dr. Chris Millington talks all about how Eastern European terrorists asssassinated the King of Yugoslavia in 1934 Marseille.

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2 May 2026 • 43 min

Burning Flesh in the French Empire by Wyatt Wiggins

Wyatt Wiggins talks about how French imperial agents branded human beings as a demonstration of power.

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24 Apr 2026 • 24 min

Becoming a Terrorist with Dr. Jeff Horn

Dr. Jeff Horn talks about how a young idealist spread The Terror in Revolutionary France.

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18 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 8 min

Making Friends with Germany, 1925-1963 with Dr. Elana Passman

Dr. Elana Passman talks about the French and Germans who tried to bring peace to both countries in 1925-1963.

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4 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 1 min

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Recent Guests

Wyatt Wiggins

PhD candidate in the history department; 2025 Chateaubriand Fellow; Global Slavery History Fellow

University of California Irvine; International Institute of Social History

Episode: Burning Flesh in the French Empire by Wyatt Wiggins

Dr. Jeff Horn

Dean of Social Science, Bellevue College; historian of European and World History

Bellevue College

Episode: Becoming a Terrorist with Dr. Jeff Horn

Elana Passman

Professor of history and clerk of the faculty at Erlem College in Richmond, Indiana

Erlem College

Episode: Making Friends with Germany, 1925-1963 with Dr. Elana Passman

Luke Barr

Author and historian specializing in French cooking history

Author of The Secret History of French Cooking

Episode: Nouvelle Cuisine with Luke Barr

Craig Willy

EU affairs consultant and PhD candidate in Political Philosophy; author of EvoPolitics blog

EU Affairs/Career in think tanks

Episode: De Gaulle's Shadow with Craig Willy

Peter Russella

Graduate student in French researching lighthouses in Hugo's work

University of Wisconsin–Madison

Episode: Victor Hugo's Shipwreck Lighthouse Cycle by Peter Russella

Will Clark

Host of Grey History, The French Revolution, and Napoleon

Grey History

Episode: Retracing the French Revolution with Will Clark of Grey History

Dr. Andrea Mansker

David E. Underdown Professor of Modern European History at the University of the South in Suwannee, Tennessee, specializing in French cultural and gender history.

University of the South

Episode: Merchants of Love with Dr. Andrea Mansker

Anne Mordel

Historian and author of Napoleon's American Prisoners, with expertise in French genealogy and library archives.

Episode: Napoleon's American Prisoners with Anne Morddel

Host

Dr. Gary Girod

Host of this history podcast, providing in-depth research and insights into French history with contributions from various scholars.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 837 ratings

When!
Are you going to make an episode that continues the narrative soon? the last one I saw was during the reign of Philip ll Augustus.
Apple Podcasts
5
Lil Phez
United Statesa month ago
Life lessons
I LOVE the FHP. Gary’s passionate and methodical research and love of French culture and language make this a must for anyone who truly desires to understand what makes France tick. I have learnt so much not only about France but European and world history, it’s hard to pinpoint one strand or episode. Hint: order it from oldest to new and start from the first episode to get the most of it.
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5
TempliereSP
Australia5 months ago
Wonderfully researched and dictated!
Great show with a wonderful host
Apple Podcasts
5
@Fakename
United Statesa year ago
What a great interview Gary did of a fantastic guest in the last podcast! Really nuanced questions that brought out fascinating information about French history and culture from his expert guest. Just another great episode of a great podcast. Thanks!
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rfenn
a year ago
Excellent podcast, very well documented and easy enough for all to enjoy. Bon travail ! 👍
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The host's storytelling skill, combined with humor, is noted as a highlight that enhances the listening experience.

The diversity of topics covered is praised, with guests providing fresh insights into various aspects of French history.

Listeners appreciate the podcast for its extensive research and the ability to present complex topics in an engaging manner.

Some listeners express dissatisfaction with the pacing of the episodes, looking for a more dynamic presentation style.

Many reviews emphasize the educational value of the content, making it suitable for history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#54	Ukraine/History
Apple Podcasts	#135	Finland/History
Apple Podcasts	#159	Poland/History
Apple Podcasts	#212	South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts	#228	Argentina/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Becoming a Terrorist with Dr. Jeff Horn

Q: How did he manage to escape imprisonment multiple times during the terror and after?

The answer centers on political networks, allies among Dantonists, and shifts in power that allowed his release and continued influence, despite repeated denunciations and imprisonment.

Becoming a Terrorist with Dr. Jeff Horn

Q: How did youth influence his role in the Revolution and his path to becoming a terrorist figure?

The guest explains that youth amplified his capacity to be useful, to ingratiate, and to move quickly through the ranks, carrying idealistic visions of a democratic France that he attempts to realize through violent and coercive means when necessary.

Becoming a Terrorist with Dr. Jeff Horn

Q: Tell us about his background and how he joins up with the revolution.

Horn describes Rousselin's early life from a Paris-born textile worker family, his education near the elites, and how his proximity to influential figures like Danton and Desmoulins helps him enter the revolutionary bureaucracy and later the confidential networks that sustain him.

Making Friends with Germany, 1925-1963 with Dr. Elana Passman

Q: How did you redefine the terms cooperation, collaboration, rapprochement, and reconciliation across the 1920s to 1960s?

She notes that cooperation acted as a neutral umbrella term in early periods, while collaboration gained a negative connotation during the Nazi years; rapprochement captured early reformist efforts, and reconciliation emerged as the postwar, long-term aim underpinning later European integration.

Making Friends with Germany, 1925-1963 with Dr. Elana Passman

Q: Can you explain your original take on Franco-German relations in the modern era?

Passman explains that she challenges traditional narratives by emphasizing grassroots, civic, and cultural exchanges that predate and extend beyond official treaties, showing how ordinary citizens built a durable groundwork for cooperation across decades, including during the Nazi period.

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This podcast offers an extensive exploration of French history, ranging from prehistoric times to contemporary issues. It covers significant historical events, influential figures, and cultural developments that have shaped France over the millennia. Listeners can expect a blend of detailed narratives, scholarly contributions, and engaging storytelling, making complex historical themes accessible and interesting. Noteworthy features include interviews with historians, discussions about lesser-known facets of French culture, and insights into how history informs modern France.

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Recent guests on The French History Podcast include:

1. Wyatt Wiggins
2. Dr. Jeff Horn
3. Elana Passman
4. Luke Barr
5. Craig Willy
6. Peter Russella
7. Will Clark
8. Dr. Andrea Mansker

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