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The History Podcast

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

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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Latest Episodes

Jamie Bartlett asks why, in so many parts of modern life, fakery is no longer punished - it's rewarded. And why so many of us seem strangely unbothered by it.

After a show trial in the Donetsk People’s Republic, Aiden Aslin has been sentenced to death. He endures months on death row, where his days are filled with further propaganda videos and psychological torment. But in September 2022, his life takes an... more

The full-scale invasion of Ukraine begins in February 2022, and Aiden Aslin finds himself fighting on the frontline. After a desperate retreat towards the port city of Mariupol, Aiden spends six harrowing weeks defending the massive steelworks, the f... more

Aiden Aslin and Graham Philips take very different routes to get to that prison in Donetsk in 2022 – but their journeys cemented their destinies in Ukraine.

For Aiden, his evolution from young truant to soldier takes place in the crucible of war in ... more

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Recent Guests

James Hurley
Business journalist at The Times
The Times
Episode: Introducing Everything Is Fake (And Nobody Cares)
Sean Pinner
Former British serviceman who fought alongside Aiden in Syria and later in Ukraine.
Episode: Two Nottingham Lads: 2. Damascus to Donetsk
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

Hosts

Paul Kenyon
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Philippe Sands
Presenter/Host
Charlie Northcott
Host

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 573 ratings
  • Thoroughly enjoyed

    I looked forward to every episode of this podcast series. It demonstrates how war trauma is inter generational and can affect so many people in all different ways. This family lost so much, even their name, and yet through painstaking research they recreated their family.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    heykuri
    New Zealand2 months ago
  • The History Podcast

    So impressing to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cafe de zon
    Netherlands3 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Well researched, engaging. Best pod this year.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    25Reverie
    Australia3 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Brilliant podcast- sorry I don’t believe that the German family did not know the truth. I’d have asked for some of the annual revenue from no 48.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shiney19
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • anon

    As someone whose dad was also a Jewish refugee in WWII it was incredibly eye opening and beautifully told. Long live the family!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beautyineye7788
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging, well-researched storytelling with powerful interviews.
High-quality historical storytelling with thoughtful guest selection.
Compelling narratives that humanize complex history and conflict.
Thought-provoking insights into war, media, and accountability.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#64
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#121
France/History
Apple Podcasts
#124
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#140
Germany/History
Apple Podcasts
#17
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#43
Austria/History

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Introducing Everything Is Fake (And Nobody Cares)
Q: What advice have you got for me?
James Hurley and the host discuss how to approach reporting on high-profile media figures, stressing the importance of verifying claims, acknowledging nuances in public narratives, and remaining skeptical about celebratory backstories.
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.

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Historically themed storytelling with a strong focus on personal narratives from conflict zones and international law. Episodes center on first-hand experiences from soldiers and journalists, exploring moral ambiguity, media narratives, and the human costs of war. A notable through-line is how individuals on opposing sides interpret the same events, making it a rich resource for discussions on truth, accountability, and resilience. The show often features deep-dive interviews and archival context, creating compelling case studies for audiences interested in history, international affairs, and media ethics.

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2. British Scandal
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The History Podcast launched 2 years ago and published 116 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. James Hurley
2. Sean Pinner
3. Graham Philips
4. Angela Wood
5. Les Scott
6. Aiden Aslin
7. Graham Phillips
8. Peter Reich

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