The French History Podcast

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The Siege Of Nicaea

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Basilica Of Saint-Denis

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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	Twice monthly	Episodes	259	Founded	7 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	HistorySociety & Culture

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The Acadians Then & Now with Nicole Gallant-Nunes

Genealogist Nicole Gallant-Nunes talks about her work tracking the lost Acadians.

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13 Dec 2025 • 27 min

Fourteen Fun French Facts

Fourteen bizarre and incredible facts about French history.

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21 Nov 2025 • 1 hr 3 min

Sex & Empire: Colonial Brothels by Marie Robin

Scholar Marie Robin investigates military brothels in the French empire.

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15 Nov 2025 • 23 min

Jacques Cartier and France’s Atlantic Horizons by Elvira Viktória Tamus

Explorer Jacques Cartier's voyages into the unknown mapped parts of the New World, but were also rooted in European geopolitics. Scholar

Elvira Viktória Tamus explains Cartier's place in exploration, war and power.

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3 Oct 2025 • 23 min

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Recent Guests

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

Dr. Miranda Spieler

Historian of France and the French colonial world, and Professor of History and Politics at the American University of Paris.

American University of Paris

Episode: Slaves in Paris with Dr. Miranda Spieler

Dr. Tamara Chaplin

Professor of modern European history at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a visiting professor at the Université de Paris Panthéon-Assas

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Episode: Lesbianism in France with Dr. Tamara Chaplin

Sadia Khan

Renowned psychotherapist and former psychology teacher

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Dr. Terrence G. Peterson

Historian of modern France and the French Empire, focusing on decolonization, migration, and warfare.

Episode: Making Modern Counterinsurgency with Dr. Terrence Peterson

Nancy Goldstone

Author of multiple books about powerful women in history

Episode: Rival Empresses: Eugénie and Elisabeth with Nancy Goldstone

Dr. Sue Peabody

Mayor distinguished professor of history and liberal arts at Washington State University, Vancouver

Washington State University

Episode: Slavery & Freedom in the French Indian Ocean World with Dr. Sue Peabody

Dr. Micah Alpaugh

Professor of history at the University of Central Missouri and author of multiple books on the French Revolution.

University of Central Missouri

Episode: The People's Revolution of 1789 with Dr. Micah Alpaugh

Host

Dr. Gary Girod

Host and presenter, Dr. Gary Girod offers detailed discussions and insights into French history, featuring episodes enriched by various scholarly contributions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 818 ratings

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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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TempliereSP
Australiaa month ago
Wonderfully researched and dictated!
Great show with a wonderful host
Apple Podcasts
5
@Fakename
United States8 months 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
10 months ago
Excellent podcast, very well documented and easy enough for all to enjoy. Bon travail ! 👍
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oduc78
a year ago
Love the narration ! Perfect pace and diction
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a year ago

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Apple Podcasts	#221	France/History
Apple Podcasts	#110	Finland/History
Apple Podcasts	#164	New Zealand/History
Apple Podcasts	#178	Ireland/History
Apple Podcasts	#191	South Africa/History

Talking Points

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The Acadians Then & Now with Nicole Gallant-Nunes

Q: Can you tell us a bit about some of the particular figures who were involved in the deportation?

Joseph Broussard was a key figure in the Acadian resistance, leading a group of Acadians trying to resist British forces during the expulsion.

The Acadians Then & Now with Nicole Gallant-Nunes

Q: What led up to the Acadian expulsion in 1755?

The Acadians were caught in a struggle between French and English interests, and their refusal to fully pledge allegiance to either side ultimately led to their expulsion from their lands.

The Acadians Then & Now with Nicole Gallant-Nunes

Q: What were their experiences like as they settled into life in Canada?

The Acadians faced many challenges such as adapting to rugged coastal land, performing hard labor, and forming vital relationships with local Indigenous peoples, primarily the Mi'kmaq.

The Acadians Then & Now with Nicole Gallant-Nunes

Q: Can you tell us a bit about who you are and your work in studying the Acadians?

I'm a quarter Acadian, a quarter Quebecois, and then I'm half Italian. I create my own genealogy business, helping clients with ancestral research, particularly with Acadian and French-Canadian focus.

Merchants of Love with Dr. Andrea Mansker

Q: How did the romantic era change people's perceptions of love? And how did this impact the matchmaking industry?

The romantic era led to debates over traditional arranged marriages versus love-based unions, impacting how matchmaking was viewed and practiced by emphasizing individual choice.

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Recent guests on The French History Podcast include:

1. Dr. Andrea Mansker
2. Anne Mordel
3. Dr. Miranda Spieler
4. Dr. Tamara Chaplin
5. Sadia Khan
6. Dr. Terrence G. Peterson
7. Nancy Goldstone
8. Dr. Sue Peabody

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