THIS IS HISTORY — A DYNASTY TO DIE FOR
Sony Music EntertainmentThis is a story of three brothers, one crown, and not an ounce of loyalty between them. It’s the beginning of the end for England's most storied royal dynasty, the Plantagenets. Dan Jones brings you the story of the Yorkist King, Edward IV – tall, golden, ferocious – a young king who wins his throne on the battlefield and then destabilises it in the bedroom. His secret marriage to Elizabeth Woodv... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 393 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureHistory | |||
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Richard Duke of Gloucester has the crown in his sights. But first, he needs to clear the room.
Allies become enemies. Councillors are arrested. Lord Hastings is dead. And Edward IV’s heirs are locked in the Tower of London. Then Richard needs to se... more
Edward IV finally has it all. With his enemies vanquished, the Yorkist king can now focus on what really matters to him — pleasure.
But, after one fateful fishing trip, he drops dead at 41. The kingdom is now left to his 12-year-old son, Edward V.
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A grieving George Duke of Clarence wants someone to blame for the tragic death of his wife and spare heir.
Isabel Neville, Duchess of Clarence, dies during childbirth in December 1476. Their infant son dies shortly afterward.
It’s a moment that wou... more
In 1475, nobody wants a Henry V impersonator, but Edward IV goes ahead and does his best impression anyway.
Edward, buoyant from vanquishing his enemies at home, now wants to re-unite the kingdom against its longtime enemy: France. He wants the fami... more
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- Sadly spoiled
The actual historical information in the podcast is really good, but the format is obviously designed for those with a short attention span. Each episode is too short and spoiled further by the abrasive, repetitive AMERICAN adverts. I listen in the UK and have to put up with local adverts in other podcasts, but to be continually swamped with loud American voices advertising products and services I can’t even choose to buy is annoying beyond belief.
Apple Podcasts2Madcapdj
United Kingdom6 days ago - Best History Podcast
I listen to a few history podcasts. The research and story telling on This is History is exceptional. Dan Jones is engaging and interesting and funny!
Apple Podcasts5nikkiloshUnited Kingdom13 days ago - Downfall After Season 7
I’ve finished up to season 8 and I’ve gotta say, I’ve been really enjoying it up until this point. There are a lot more sound effect edits than there used to be and a lot of the time, they drown out Dan talking. It’s all the time now and it’s getting really difficult to listen and really concentrate on what’s being said because I can barely hear him talk.
Please just go back to what it used to be! It doesn’t have to be this complicated.
Apple Podcasts2boopingboopwhat
United States18 days ago - Overall Enjoyable
I’ve been listening since the beginning and am an avid follower of the show. That said, the AI sound effects are starting to grate. They’re obviously fake and a little creepy? There’s something very off about them and it pulls me out of the content a bit.
Apple Podcasts4JeabyrdUnited Statesa month ago - Annoying
I love this podcast but have stopped listening because it pisses me off how often it pushes ‘on purpose with Jay shetty’.
Bugger off. Protest review
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Australiaa month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #58 | United States/History |
Spotify | #35 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #28 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #62 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #45 | Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #78 |  Italy/History |
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What is THIS IS HISTORY about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A narrative-driven history show that unfurls dynastic power struggles, betrayals, and political marriages across medieval England, with a cinematic narration style and vivid scene-setting. Episodes balance deep dives into pivotal figures—Edward IV, Warwick the Kingmaker, Margaret of Anjou—with dramatic turning points like royal marriages, imprisonments, executions, and the rise of the Tudor line. The tone blends storytelling with scholarly analysis, peppered by archival quotes, battlefield detail, and occasional sponsor interludes. Notable is the unique focus on dynastic romance and family feuds as engines of political change, all backed by a Sony Music Entertainment production partner. This combination likely appeals to listeners who enjoy... more
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THIS IS HISTORY launched 4 years ago and published 393 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. Helen Bond
2. Professor Helen Bond
3. Jillian Turecki
4. Rachel Botsman
5. Annie Gray
6. Dr. Glaire Anderson
7. Stephen Fry
8. Alice Loxton
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