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The History Podcast

BBC Radio 4
D-Day
Maze Prison
IRA
China
Normandy
Operation Overlord
British and Irish History
Crime
Hong Kong
Xi Jinping
Omaha Beach
Diplomatic Relations
United States
Bioengineering
Electric Vehicles
Military Conflict
Operation Tiger
World War II
British Army
Gerry Kelly

NEW In The History Podcast - Two Nottingham Lads: How two British men from Nottingham end up on opposite sides of the war in Ukraine.

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Donetsk, April 2022. Two men find themselves face to face in a prison building. One is a prisoner of war, captured fighting for Ukraine. The other is a self-styled independent journalist, filming an interview for his online audience. But these two me... more

Aiden Aslin from Nottingham had been fighting for Ukraine since 2018. Graham Phillips, from the same British city, was a self-styled ‘independent journalist’ filming the war up close since 2014, from a viewpoint that appears to be sympathetic to Russ... more

Augusto Pinochet is woken by his nurse around midnight and a few minutes later finds a handful of British police officers at the foot of his bed, with an international warrant for his arrest.

The dictator is furious, as are his supporters, but among... more

When the Spanish judge pursuing Augusto Pinochet learns the dictator is about to leave London - for the safety of Chile - much sooner than expected, he makes a snap decision that will have enormous international consequences.

He needs Spain's legal ... more

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Graham Philips
Self-styled independent journalist covering the war in Ukraine
Episode: Two Nottingham Lads: 1. From One Nottingham Man to Another
Angela Wood
Aiden Aslin's mother
Episode: Two Nottingham Lads: 1. From One Nottingham Man to Another
Les Scott
Businessman and acquaintance of Graham Philips
Episode: Two Nottingham Lads: 1. From One Nottingham Man to Another
Aiden Aslin
A contracted soldier fighting for the Ukrainian army since 2018, now a prisoner of war.
Episode: Two Nottingham Lads: Trailer
Graham Phillips
Self-styled independent journalist covering the war in Eastern Ukraine, known for a Russia-sympathetic stance.
Episode: Two Nottingham Lads: Trailer
Peter Reich
An individual who shows Antony around Terezín, a Nazi propaganda camp
Episode: The House at Number 48: 6. Spa Town
Marianne Forster
Childhood nanny of Antony and Nicola, who aids in unraveling family history
Episode: The House at Number 48: 2. The Secret Suitcase
John Andrews
The son of Freddie Andrews, involved in the case surrounding the murder of Donk Ambridge
Episode: The Magnificent O'Connors: 5. Shame the Devil
Nemone Lethbridge
One of the UK's first female barristers who defended the Kray twins
Episode: The Magnificent O'Connors: 4. The Rise and Fall of Jimmy O'Connor

Hosts

Philippe Sands
Lawyer specializing in international crimes and human rights, and known for his involvement in the significant legal battle concerning Augusto Pinochet. He presents narratives exploring historical injustices and their implications.
Charlie Northcott
Host known for his storytelling quality and engagement with narratives surrounding historical events, providing insights alongside significant analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 539 ratings
  • Truth and lies

    I have work with South Africans. They are a good people and I welcome all of them to come to America. BBC I say to you now get it right this genocide is going on and don’t lie to us. If they come here to America, they will easily assimilate they bring skill and many other things to offer to America prosperity and America first I praise my King King for giving me a chance to say something here in heaven I praise him and I praise a servant of the most high, my brother, my spiritual brother preside... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Busy guide is big brother
    United Statesa month ago
  • The House At 48

    Brilliant

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annipg
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Series 11

    Excellent reporting and very thought provoking

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BFB100
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Very moving

    Absolutely brilliant. Listened to all episodes of series 11 and it was deeply moving and fascinating. Lest we forget.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HulaNellie
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Omg

    What a story! It made me sad and mad and some joy. Still wish there had been more restitution…that the more recent generation had given something back…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lilymom73
    Canada2 months ago

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Listeners commend the podcast for its brilliant storytelling and emotionally engaging narratives, often highlighting the complexity of historical events being discussed.
Reviews frequently mention the well-researched content, with many praising the personal connection to major historical themes, making it not just informative but also resonant with their own experiences.
There is an appreciation for the depth of discussion regarding key historical figures and events, often leaving listeners reflecting on moral and ethical implications.

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Apple Podcasts
#68
United States/History
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#28
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#59
Canada/History
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#44
Australia/History
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#88
France/History
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#93
Germany/History

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The House at Number 48: 2. The Secret Suitcase
Q: What is your connection to the person helping you with the German documents?
Marianne Forster was Antony's childhood nanny who offered assistance in understanding the German documents after they reconnected.
The House at Number 48: 2. The Secret Suitcase
Q: When did you discover your dad had these two names?
Antony discovered his father had two names only after his passing through his birth certificate.
The Magnificent O'Connors: 6. Undermine, Explain or Accept
Q: What does Mark suggest about the legal case's prospects?
Mark suggests that there are grounds to believe the case is not a lost cause and that there might be an arguable case for a miscarriage of justice.
The Magnificent O'Connors: 3. The Murderer and the Silk
Q: Does that sound right?
Yes, we need to provide new evidence or details that could change the understanding of the case.
The Magnificent O'Connors: 3. The Murderer and the Silk
Q: So are you now trying to get his conviction quashed?
That is what we've always been trying to do; it's been all we've ever known.

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2. Angela Wood
3. Les Scott
4. Aiden Aslin
5. Graham Phillips
6. Peter Reich
7. Marianne Forster
8. John Andrews

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