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A show that proves no matter how long you've been dead, it's never too late to have haters. Join historian Dr. Claire Aubin and a new expert every week to pull back the scholarly curtain on the world’s worst guys and gals. From the widely beloved to the relatively unknown, no historical figure is safe, and every episode reminds listeners that the best part of understanding the past is criticizing ... more

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- Host & Executive Producer: Claire E Aubin. Find her on Twitter @ceaubin and Bl... more

Claire and Akilah Hughes attempt to figure out what that lady’s whole deal was and why everything is kind of her fault.

Guest

Our guest Akilah Hughes is a writer, comedian, and podcaster. Her newest podcast, How Is This Better? is available from Co... more

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Claire and Brooke Newman travel back to the 17th century and remind a king that he deserves all the hate he gets.

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Our guest Brooke Newman is an Associate Professor of History at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her book The Crown’s Silence: ... more

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Claire and Maddy Pelling remind us that the life of the party is often also the worst person you know.

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Our guest Dr. Madeleine Pelling is a cultural historian, author, and broadcaster. Her newest book Hoax: Truth and Lies in the Age of Enligh... more

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Recent Guests

Akilah Hughes
Writer, comedian, podcaster, and host of How Is This Better?
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Episode: Phyllis Schlafly with Akilah Hughes
Brooke Newman
Associate Professor of History at Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University
Episode: James II with Brooke Newman (Subscriber Preview)
Dr. Madeline Pelling
Cultural historian, author, and broadcaster
Episode: George IV with Madeleine Pelling
Sophia Rosenfeld
Walter H. Annenberg Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania, author of The Age of Choice.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: The Anti-Suffragists with Sophia Rosenfeld (Subscriber Preview)
Marlene Daut
Professor of French and African diaspora studies at Yale
Yale University
Episode: Napoleon Bonaparte (redux) with Marlene Daut
Rhiannon Garth Jones
Teaching fellow at the University of Leeds, focusing on art, architecture, and material culture of early Islam.
University of Leeds
Episode: The Orientalists with Rhiannon Garth Jones (Subscriber Preview)
David M. Perry
Journalist and historian, specifically of the medieval variety.
Episode: Petrarch with David M. Perry
Vanessa Williamson
Senior Fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution, author of The Price of Democracy
The Brookings Institution
Episode: Martin Witherspoon Gary with Vanessa Williamson
Dr. Jonathan Fine
A scholar of German studies with expertise in comparative literature and intellectual history.
Episode: Carl Schmitt with Jonathan Fine *Unlocked*

Host

Dr. Claire Aubin
Host of This Guy Sucked, a historian with a focus on the impact of historical figures' actions through critical examination and engaging discussions.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 358 ratings
  • I have so much to learn

    I love that every time I open an episode I walk away 10x more educated. This podcast is entertaining & absolutely fantastic - who knew there was so much history just covered up because it didn’t look good?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolo Skin
    United States2 months ago
  • Brilliant show

    This is great - lively, well researched discussion that is illuminating and fun. One of my go-to listens when cooking!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kitdawe12
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Learn something new every time

    I love this podcast and Claire is an amazing host. I feel like every time I turn on this podcast to listen. I learned something new about why the world is the way it is. I especially loved the episode on 1960s Democrats, Terry Dolan, & Samuel Cummings. These episodes to me definitely epitomized the common complaint that we don’t learn enough modern history in school. Claire succeeds in bringing out the best entertaining values in all of the guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pinkd100
    United States2 months ago
  • 2 enthusiastic thumbs up

    Honestly, love to learn about sucky guys and how they have impacted our lives past and present! Really great pod that takes a lot of care in its research and approach but also manages to be funny and fun to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EZT83
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    This show does such a great job of presenting history in an entertaining and approachable way! Always a fun listen, and it sends me down rabbit holes every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wes’s Toaster
    United States2 months ago

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Overall, the show is seen as a refreshing take on history, mixing entertainment with critical analysis of impactful figures.
The blend of humor and scholarly critique has received praise for making history engaging and approachable.
Critics mention occasional frustrations with perceived political bias or informal language, suggesting a desire for a more straightforward presentation.
Listeners commend the educational value, often expressing they walk away with newfound knowledge after each episode.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#186
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#230
United Kingdom/History
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#183
Germany/History
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#157
Norway/History
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#191
Finland/History
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#203
Switzerland/History

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John L. Sullivan with Louis Moore (Subscriber Preview)
Q: If you could study something else aside from sports, what would that be?
Professor Moore expresses interest in studying late 20th-century Black history or crime-related narratives.
Edmund Kean with Greg Jenner
Q: How do you see Kean's impact on modern celebrity culture?
Kean's tumultuous experience as a celebrity foreshadows the struggles many modern stars face, making him a lens through which we can view contemporary fame.
Edmund Kean with Greg Jenner
Q: What would you say about the duality of Kean as a performer and as a person?
Kean was both a genius actor celebrated for his Shakespearean roles and a deeply flawed individual whose alcoholism and personal turmoil led to his downfall.
Christopher Columbus with Surekha Davies (Subscriber Preview)
Q: What is the best archive you've ever been in or your favorite archive and why?
Dr. Surekha Davies shares her experience at the Bibliothèque nationale in Paris, highlighting the unique materials available and the bureaucracy involved in accessing them.
Terry Dolan with Neil J. Young
Q: How does Dolan's personal life conflict with his political advocacy?
Dolan was a closeted gay man who publicly supported policies that marginalized LGBTQ+ individuals, creating a morally complex legacy.

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Focusing on the underestimated legacies of historical figures often celebrated in popular culture, the content engages listeners in critical examinations of their actions and the lasting impact of their ideologies. Each episode features a discussion between the host and a knowledgeable guest, covering a broad range of topics such as political history, sociology, and cultural critique. Through humor and well-researched narratives, the aim is likely to provoke thought, spark debate, and further understanding of how historical narratives shape contemporary society. The approach to dissecting historical figures is generally unique, as it invites listeners to reconsider commonly held beliefs and appreciate the complexities of the past through a ... more

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