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The Napoleonic Wars Podcast

Zack White
Napoleonic Wars
Napoleon Bonaparte
British Army
Peninsular War
Battle Of Waterloo
French Revolution
American War Of Independence
Waterloo
Prussian Army
Spanish Army
French Army
American Revolution
French Revolutionary Wars
Royal Navy
Wellington
Duke Of Wellington
Slavery
British Navy
Battle Of Leipzig
George Washington

Who was Napoleon Bonaparte? What was his legacy on history? And why, more than 200 years later, does the conflict which he gave his name to still matter? Join award-winning Napoleonic historians Dr Zack White, Dr Luke Reynolds, and Liam Telfer as they host Europe's leading show devoted to the American War of Independence, French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. From interviews with leading research... more

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In 1799 Napoleon Bonaparte abandoned an army, and abandoned a government, launching a coup which would cement his place as a pivotal figure in history. Dr Graeme Callister returns to talk us through the political chaos, key figures, and strategic pla... more

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The Napoleonic era was a transformative age in the development of Alchemy and Chemistry. Explore the fascinating history of alchemy from ancient Egypt to the Napoleonic era, uncovering how early science evolved and influenced modern chemistry. Join D... more

Catriona Kennedy joins us to explore the history of Catholic emancipation in Britain, the slow shift towards toleration, scapegoating and the final Emancipation Act's social and political implications, along with the key figures involved, including t... more

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James Graves
Full-time reenactment kit maker specializing in 18th and 19th century uniforms; focuses on the 33rd Regiment of Foot
Graves Historical Uniforms
Episode: Looking like a Redcoat: Meet the Tailor
Katrina Kennedy
Reader in Modern British and Irish History at the University of York
University of York
Episode: Catholic Emancipation
Richard Hopton
British author, historian and journalist
Author of The Battle of Maida 1806, 15 Minutes of Glory
Episode: The Battle of Maida
Josh Proven
Master of Adventures in Historyland, author of Bullocks, Grain and Good Madeira, and Every Hazard and Fatigue
Adventures in Historyland (YouTube)
Episode: Cavalrymen of the Napoleonic Era
Tim Saunders
Battlefield guide, former infantry officer, prolific author on the British Army in the Napoleonic era
Pen & Sword (as referenced in episode)
Episode: 95th Rifles - Mythbusted
Bernard Cornwell
Number one bestselling author of Sharpe, Last Kingdom, etc.
Pseudonymous? (Author of Sharpe)
Episode: Sharpe's Confession w/ Sean Bean & Bernard Cornwell
Sean Bean
Award-winning actor known for Richard Sharpe and numerous film roles
Episode: Sharpe's Confession w/ Sean Bean & Bernard Cornwell
Gareth Glover
Author, Waterloo Archive; Napoleonic historian and collector-curator
Waterloo Archive; Pen and Sword/Ken Trotman
Episode: Emergency Broadcast: Saving Napoleonic History
Rachael Stark
Marshal Mayhem maestro and guest historian on the marshal system during the Napoleonic era
The Napoleonic Wars Pod
Episode: Marshal Massena

Hosts

Liam Telfer
Co-host of The Napoleonic Wars Podcast; engaged in historical discussions; veteran and Napoleonic historian.
Zack White
Dr Zack White, Napoleonic historian and battlefield guide; co-host with broad historical expertise.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 629 ratings
  • Great accompaniment to walking the ground

    On my way to Waterloo I ran out of time so decided to visit the Quatre Bras site instead and leave the big one for the next day. It’s a great location, easy to visualise the battle, and even better for finding this podcast to listen to before and after the visit, with specific episodes on the different parts of the Waterloo Campaign, not just the main battle. Friendly and informative, I’ll be listening to the others with pleasure. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Posh Tim
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great stuff!

    So many really good episodes, and always fun to hear Zack talk about discipline in the British army of the period

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bosworth-to-Waterloo
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great for the Napoleonic Nerd

    This is a great podcast if you already know the subject as it has lots of additional nerdy details. However, as an example, if you don’t know what happened at the Battle of Talavera you wouldn’t get any clear sense of chronology or narrative from the episodes focusing on this battle. If the hosts told the story using a clear , exciting and chronological narrative, then added all the nerdy details along the way, this would be five stars. At the moment, it’s only worthy of a listen if you alrea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sjw976
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Fascinating, illuminating, entertaining

    Thank you to all who have provided such an interesting, engaging and entertaining podcast over the past year. Look forward to what lies in store in 2026. Happy new year!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob 00000000000000000
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Napleonic Fanatic

    I absolutely look forward to this show, great way to here the facts on the Napleonic wars, I like the format so much that it would be great to see the same done for the American Civil War

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ratfink82
    United States6 months ago

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Listener reviews praise depth, accessible storytelling, and strong guest lineups.
Many appreciate the scholarly guests and broad topic range beyond pure battles.
A few critique pacing or narrative clarity in some episodes, especially for newcomers.
The podcast delivers nerdy, well-researched Napoleonic insights with engaging hosts.

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

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#159
United Kingdom/History
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#184
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#204
Finland/History
Apple Podcasts
#224
New Zealand/History

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Looking like a Redcoat: Meet the Tailor
Q: How did you get into historical tailoring and what attracted you to military uniforms in particular?
He explains his path as a reenactor who started making his own kit after struggling to find suitable pieces, and notes a mix of necessity, collaboration, and patient, long-term practice as what shaped his approach to military uniforms.
Catholic Emancipation
Q: What were the key political choices facing the government when emancipation was debated?
The government could either suppress the movement with force or legislate for emancipation; they chose legislation, with Wellington and Peel coordinating the drafting and navigating opposition to achieve royal assent.
Catholic Emancipation
Q: Where does this sit within the wider historiography?
The discussion situates Catholic emancipation within a long trajectory of anti-Catholic sentiment, fluctuating with geopolitical needs, religious identity, and imperial politics, emphasizing how pragmatic concerns and war-time alliances ultimately shaped reform.
Cavalrymen of the Napoleonic Era
Q: What is the hardest thing to teach recruits when learning cavalry riding and drilling?
The hardest part is conveying the feel and rhythm of asking an aid, and understanding how to respond when pressure from the leg changes, which comes from experience with the horse and clear instruction rather than just reading a drill manual.
Sharpe's Confession w/ Sean Bean & Bernard Cornwell
Q: What was the process for bringing Sharpe from book to screen, and how much did Sean shape the role?
The writers had a strong foundation in the books, and Sean contributed ideas and suggested lines after joining the project; over time he helped refine Sharpe by aligning dialogue and moments with what the books conveyed, while staying true to the overall storytelling.

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This show consistently features in-depth explorations of Napoleonic-era topics, from the workings of light infantry and drill to naval battles, governance under Napoleon, and the structure of European states during the period. A recurring strength is the blend of rigorous historical analysis with accessible storytelling, often anchored by expert guests and veteran hosts who bring practical perspectives on military life, logistics, and governance. Listeners can expect thorough debates, rich primary-context discussions, and a strong emphasis on how 18th- and early 19th-century events shaped modern institutions and warfare, with occasional interdisciplinary forays that broaden the historical lens. A notable hallmark is how guests from academia... more

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2. Katrina Kennedy
3. Richard Hopton
4. Josh Proven
5. Tim Saunders
6. Bernard Cornwell
7. Sean Bean
8. Gareth Glover

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