Best 60 Modern History Podcasts

Slow Burn illuminates America's most consequential moments, making sense of the past to better understand the present. Through archival tape and first-person interviews, the series uncovers the surprising events and little-known characters lurking within the biggest stories of our time.Want more Slow Burn? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to Slow Burn and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slow Burn show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/slowburnplus to get access wherever you listen.Season 10: The Rise of Fox NewsHow a cable news channel became a cultural and political force—and how a whole bunch of people rose up to try and stop it.Season 9: Gays Against BriggsA nationwide moral panic, a California legislator who rode the anti-gay wave, and the LGBTQ people who stepped up and came out to try and stop him.Season 8: Becoming Justice ThomasWhere Clarence Thomas came from, how he rose to power, and how he's brought the rest of us along with him, whether we like it or not. Winner of the Podcast of the Year at the 2024 Ambies Awards.Season 7: Roe v. WadeThe women who fought for legal abortion, the activists who pushed back, and the justices who thought they could solve the issue for good. Winner of Apple Podcasts Show of the Year in 2022.Season 6: The L.A. RiotsHow decades of police brutality, a broken justice system, and a video tape set off six days of unrest in Los Angeles.Season 5: The Road to the Iraq WarEighteen months after 9/11, the United States invaded a country that had nothing to do with the attacks. Who's to blame? And was there any way to stop it?Season 4: David DukeAmerica's most famous white supremacist came within a runoff of controlling Louisiana. How did David Duke rise to power? And what did it take to stop him?Season 3: Biggie and TupacHow is it that two of the most famous performers in the world were murdered within a year of each other—and their killings were never solved?Season 2: The Clinton ImpeachmentA reexamination of the scandals that nearly destroyed the 42nd president and forever changed the life of a former White House intern.Season 1: WatergateWhat did it feel like to live through the scandal that brought down President Nixon? more

Throughline is a time machine. Each episode, we travel beyond the headlines to answer the question, 'How did we get here?' We use sound and stories to bring history to life and put you into the middle of it. From ancient civilizations to forgotten figures, we take you directly to the moments that shaped our world. Throughline is hosted by Peabody Award-winning journalists Rund Abdelfatah and Ramtin Arablouei.Subscribe to Throughline . You'll be supporting the history-reframing, perspective-shifting, time-warping stories you can't get enough of - and you'll unlock access bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/throughline more

Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Hosted by Paul McGann, with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians.New episodes available one week early for Noiser subscribers. You'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content. To find out more about Noiser , head to noiser.com/subscriptions.For advertising enquiries, email info@adelicious.fmProduction: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Miriam Baines, Tom Pink, George Tapp, Dorry Macaulay, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Anisha Devadasan, Joseph McGann. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/real for £100 sponsored credit. more

For history lovers who listen to podcasts, History Unplugged is the most comprehensive show of its kind. It's the only show that dedicates episodes to both interviewing experts and answering questions from its audience. First, it features a call-in show where you can ask our resident historian (Scott Rank, PhD) absolutely anything (What was it like to be a Turkish sultan with four wives and twelve concubines? If you were sent back in time, how would you kill Hitler?). Second, it features long-form interviews with best-selling authors who have written about everything. Topics include gruff World War II generals who flew with airmen on bombing raids, a war horse who gained the rank of sergeant, and presidents who gave their best speeches while drunk. more

The History Extra podcast brings you gripping stories from the past and fascinating historical conversations with the world's leading historical experts.Produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine, History Extra is a free history podcast, with episodes released six times a week. Subscribe now for the real stories behind your favourite films, TV shows and period dramas, as well as compelling insights into lesser-known aspects of the past.  We delve into global history stories spanning the ancient world right up to the modern day. You'll hear deep dives into the lives of famous historical figures like Cleopatra, Anne Boleyn and Winston Churchill, and explorations of intriguing events from the past, such as the Salem witch trials, the battle of Waterloo and D-Day.  Expect fresh takes on history, helping you get to grips with the latest research, as we explore everything from ancient Roman archaeology and Viking mythology to Renaissance royals and Tudor kings and queens.  Our episodes touch on a wide range of historical eras  from the Normans and Saxons to the Stuarts, Victorians and the Regency period. We cover the most popular historical subjects, from the medieval world to the Second World War, but you'll also hear conversations on lesser-known parts of our past, including black history and women's history.  Looking at the history behind today's headlines, we consider the forces that have shaped today's world, from the imposing empires that dominated continents, to the revolutions that brought them crashing down. We also examine the impact of conflict across the centuries, from the crusades of the Middle Ages and the battles of the ancient Egyptians to World War One, World War Two and the Cold War.   Plus, we uncover the real history behind myths, legends and conspiracy theories, from the medieval murder mystery of the Princes in the Tower, to the assassination of JFK.   Featuring interviews with notable historians including Mary Beard, Tracy Borman, James Holland and Dan Jones, we cover a range of social, political and military history, with the aim to start conversations about some of the most fascinating areas of the past. Unlock full access to HistoryExtra.com for 6 months for just 99p https://www.historyextra.com/join/ more

داستان زندگی کسانی که قسمتی از تاریخ ایران و جهان را رقم زدند Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The Age of Napoleon is a history podcast about the life and career of Napoleon Bonaparte as well as the general context of Europe between the early eighteenth and early nineteenth century. It is about big trends and the grand sweep of history, as well as the smaller, individual stories that bring them to life. more

On History Daily, we do history, daily. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham (American Scandal, American History Tellers) takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened 'on this day' in history. Whether it's to remember the tragedy of December 7th, 1941, the day 'that will live in infamy,' or to celebrate that 20th day in July, 1969, when mankind reached the moon, History Daily is there to tell you the true stories of the people and events that shaped our world—one day at a time. So if you're stuck in traffic, bored at work—wherever you are, listen to History Daily to remind yourself that something incredible happened to make that day historic. more

The World War II podcast with comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland.We Have Ways of Making You Talk dives deep into WWII history, exploring key battles, forgotten front lines, and incredible untold stories. Whether you're fascinated by the Battle of Britain, the D-Day landings, or the Eastern Front, this show offers a rich, detailed look at the war that shaped the modern world.Al and James bring a unique blend of expert knowledge and humour, discussing everything from the Third Reich, Churchill's leadership, and the Fall of Berlin, to World War 2 tanks, fighter planes, and naval battles. Expect historical insights, lively tangents, and discussions on iconic second world war events like Operation Barbarossa, the Pacific Theatre, and the North African campaign.Join our membership club for extra content, livestreams and ad-free listening: patreon.com/wehavewaysFor more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com more

WDF examines how wars broke out, how they were concluded, and their consequences. Expect juicy diplomacy, sneaky intrigue, fascinating characters, and incredible drama. By Dr Zack Twamley, qualified history nerd.Current Series: The July CrisisPatreon Series: The Age of Bismarck Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Experience the Cold War like never before through award-winning, real-life stories told by those who lived it. Each week, we bring you firsthand accounts from soldiers, spies, civilians, and more, capturing the full spectrum of Cold War experiences.Host Ian Sanders takes you beyond the history books, delivering raw, personal stories where every breath, pause, and emotion adds depth to understanding this pivotal era.This is Cold War history, told from the inside.We cover subjects such as spies, spying, the Iron Curtain, nuclear weapons, warfare, tanks, jet aircraft, fighters, bombers, transport aircraft, aviation, culture, and politics.We also cover personalities such as Fidel Castro, JFK, Ronald Reagan, Nikita Khrushchev, Leonid Brezhnev, Yuri Andropov, Mikhail Gorbachev, Konstantin Chernenko, Margaret Thatcher, John F. Kennedy, Josef Stalin, Richard Nixon, Lech Walesa, General Jaruzelski, Nicolae Ceaușescu.Other subjects include Czechoslovakia, Yugoslavia, Romania, Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin, West Berlin, East Berlin, Cuban missile Crisis, Berlin Airlift, Bay of Pigs, SALT, Perestroika, Space Race, superpower, USSR, Soviet Union, DDR, GDR, East Germany, SDI, Vietnam War, Korean War, Solidarność, Fall of the Wall, Berliner Mauer, Trabant, Communist, Capitalist, Able Archer, KGB, Stasi, STB, SB, Securitate, CIA, NSA, MI5, MI6, Berlin Wall, escape, defection, Cuba, Albania, football, sport, Bulgaria, Soviet Union, Poland, China, Taiwan, Austria, West Germany, Solidarity, espionage, HUMINT, SIGINT, OSINT, IMINT, GEOINT, RAF, USAF, British Army, US Army, Red Army, Soviet Army, Afghanistan, NVA, East German Army, KAL007, T-72, T-64, Chieftain, M60The podcast is for military veterans, school teachers, university lecturers, students and those interested in Cold War history, museums, bunkers, weapons, AFVs, wargaming, planes, A Level, GCSE students studying Superpower Relations and the Cold War. more

History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath. more

Radio Dastneveshteha podcast focuses on modern Iranian history utilizing various archives such as Harvard's Iranian Oral History Projects, and other notable archives.The first season covers various topics such as 1961 Teacher's General Strike, 1987 Mecca Incident, and 40 Years of Post-Revolution Iranian Music. Season 2, Ayatollah's Spokesman is a deep dive into Sadegh Ghotbzadeh's Personal and Political Life. more

Interview with Scholars of Judaism about their New BooksSupport our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies more

15 Minute History is a podcast series is devoted to short, accessible discussions of important topics in World History and US History. The discussions will be conducted by the award winning faculty and graduate students at the University of Texas at Austin. more

Explore the rich and complex history of the United States and beyond. Produced by The New York Historical, host David M. Rubenstein engages the nation's foremost historians and creative thinkers on a wide range of topics, including presidential biography, the nation's founding, and the people who have shaped the American story. Learn more at nyhistory.org. more

A history podcast that aims to cover the birth of the European state system by examining the Early Modern Period of European history. Along the way, the podcast will delve into the geography, economy, politics, ideas, and culture of the Middle Ages and the Early Modern Period to give the listener a view into the lives of the people who lived the events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Interviews with scholars of diplomacy, international relations, and geopolitics about their new books.

Ready to think historically about current events? Everything happening today comes from something, somewhere. The past shapes the present. History As It Happens, hosted by award-winning broadcaster Martin Di Caro, features interviews with today's top scholars and thinkers, interwoven with audio from history's archive. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. more

Kim Jong-nam should be the ruler of North Korea. Instead, he was the victim of the 21st century's most bizarre assassination plot. A deep look inside a decades-long saga broiling with deceit, palace gossip, and political backstabbing—shedding light on the machinations of the most secretive nation on the planet. more

This brand new pop culture history podcast is nothing like anything you've heard before, and it's everything you need to understand the modern world. Katie Puckrik and Tom Fordyce, an American pop culture buff and a British music lover, have taken the smash-hit song by Billy Joel and turned it into a podcast. Billy lists 120 people, places, and things in 'We Didn't Start The Fire', and Katie and Tom will do an episode on every single one to create the most fascinating, random and original history of the post-war world. Over the next two and a half years, we're going to learn about politics, rock 'n' roll, sport, space, television, the Cold War, guided along the way by historians, eyewitnesses, and mega-fans. Billy started it. We're going to finish it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @spreadthatfire, email us at fire@crowdnetwork.co.uk, and go to spreadthatfire.com to buy merch. more

A podcast exploring everything related to the History of Russia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Aus dem Kiez in die Welt, von der Oper in den Boxring mit täglich einer Zeitungsnachricht aus der Hauptstadtpresse heute vor 100 Jahren tauchen wir ein in die Fragen und Debatten, die das Berlin von 1920 bewegten. Halte dich informiert und bleib auf dem Laufenden über eine Welt, die uns heute doch manchmal näher ist, als man meinen möchte.Die aktuelle Staffel „Hamburg und die Welt vor 100 Jahren' entsteht in Kooperation mit der Akademie der Wissenschaften in Hamburg und präsentiert Zeitungsartikel aus Hamburger Tageszeitungen. Es gilt weiterhin: bis morgen! Die ZEIT STIFTUNG BUCERIUS, die Landeszentrale für politische Bildung Hamburg und die Hapag-Lloyd Stiftung unterstützen die Pilotphase des Geschichtspodcast finanziell.Mit Dank an Andreas Hildebrandt für den Jingle und Anne Schott für die Bildmarke. more

The History of Modern Greece covers the events of the Greek People from the fall of Constantinople in 1453 to the Greek War of Independence in 1821-1832, to the modern day. We are a father and son team. We are not historians, but we are hardcore fans of history. We embarked on a mission to understand exactly how the Ancient Greek civilization transformed into the modern nation we see today. To prepare ourselves for the journey we purchased dozens of textbooks, watched numberless documentaries, and listened to as many historical podcasts as we could find. Come and join us on our journey to discover the History of Modern Greece. more

The Thirty Years War was a major war in European history that had a major influence on the future of Europe, yet outside of history people, people seem to know very little besides the basics. I hope you want to learn more about this war and I promise to try to not sound like a dry history book. Welcome to Three Decades of Tragedy! more

Сьогодні ми часто проводимо паралелі з тим, що відбувалось під час другої світової та світом після неї. Олександр Аврамчук та Ілля Кабачинський у подкасті Без оголошення війни розповідають про події минулого, щоб краще зрозуміти майбутнє. more

Secrets of Statecraft is a bi-monthly podcast hosted by Andrew Roberts which explores the effect that the study of History has had on the careers and decision-making of public figures, and which will also ask leading historians about the influence that the study of History had on their biographical subjects. he title is taken from Winston Churchill's reply on Coronation Day 1953 to a young American who had asked him for life-advice, to whom he said 'Study History, study History, for therein lie all the secrets of statecraft.' more

A relaxing, educational podcast covering China's modern history, current events, and academic analyses of China's politics, society, and culture in a variety of mini-series. Starting with the history of the 20th century, this podcast aims to explore all facets of the history of China, from the major events to the smallest local changes, to give you a full picture of the development of one of the world's most powerful nations. As the series develops, we will discuss Chinese art, religion, politics, culture, and economics, bringing the country's past to life. If you're more interested in modern China, stay tuned for the modern China series where we talk about how the CCP exercises control, makes people disappear, and encourages loyalty. We also get on the ground and talk to the people of Hong Kong about their recent experiences with the protests in the territory in 2019. more

A history podcast dedicated to examining the global history of the 1920s and 30s in order to explain the causes of World War II, both large and small. As you might imagine, there's a lot of ground to cover just to contextualize how the conflict got so out of control. If you love historical deep-dives and play-by-plays of nations in way over their collective heads, this is the show for you. Best niche history podcast out there!PROTIP: If you're a new listener and are hopelessly confused by me bouncing from topic to topic, the scope of this show has kinda gotten away from me over the years. I have included an index of miniseries in the description of Episode 1 to provide a guide for what I've covered so far. more

Then & Now connects past to present, using historical analysis and context to help guide us through modern issues and policy decisions. Then & Now is brought to you by the UCLA Luskin Center for History and Policy. This podcast is produced by David Myers and Roselyn Campbell, and features original music by Daniel Raijman. more

Real Time 1960s tells the story of the 1960s — politics, culture, entertainment, sports — day by day.

A Podcast all about the second world war hosted by Stephen Bedard.

The Echoes of War Podcast covers military history from antiquity to the modern age. Also home to the Pacific War Channel Podcast & Politically Incorrect History more

Un podcast sobre historia, relatando algunos de los principales procesos de la época contemporánea, siguiendo una perspectiva global y con rigor historiográfico. Sexta temporada 'La Guerra Fría' disponible desde el 31 de octubre de 2024.Nuevo episodio cada 15 días. Redes sociales:You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RaymundoManuelSalcedoFlores Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raymansf17 Twitter: Twitter: https://twitter.com/RayManSF17 Puedes donar a este podcast en este enlace: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=NN9KPHSR9GEES more

An educational resource leading listeners through important milestones in history and providing a greater understanding of civilizations, individuals, and everything in between. Topics are tailored to the needs of high school students, teachers, and life-long learners. more

In this podcast we interview historians about new topics every week ranging from Ancient Rome to pre historic era to modern history. I myself am not an academic but I always been fascinated by history and always enjoy learning about it. I am trying to make history fun and enjoyable and hopefully you will learn smomething too. New episodes coming out every week on 'Well That Aged Well'. With 'Erlend Hedegart'.This podcast is uncut, and unedited.So what you see is what you get. Which means that what you see is excactly as we recorded it when we recorded the podcast.contact inquiries:Email: hedegart1994@gmail.cominstagram: @WellThatAgedWellTwitter: @WellThatAgedWellSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/well-that-aged-well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Вчитись можна не лише за столом чи партою. Можна і в потязі чи автобусі, під час прогулянки чи лежачи в ліжку. Можна навіть в укритті для цього потрібно лише слухати. Про решту ми вже подбали.Проєкт 'Вчися вухами' реалізовує ГО 'Смарт Освіта' в рамках Програми сприяння громадській активності 'Долучайся!', що фінансується Агентством США з міжнародного розвитку (USAID) та здійснюється Pact в Україні. Зміст цього проєкту є винятковою відповідальністю Pact та його партнерів і не обов'язково відображає погляди USAID або уряду США. У 2023 році проєкт реалізовувався за підтримки EDUCO Foundation. more

Podcast ufficiale del blog Racconti di Storia https://raccontidistoria.blogspot.com/ e del canale YouTube Dentro La Storia https://www.youtube.com/c/DentrolastoriaRacconti di storia, il podcast ideale per esplorare gli eventi, i personaggi e le idee che hanno plasmato il mondo moderno. Insieme esploreremo i momenti cruciali della storia moderna, dalle rivoluzioni industriali e tecnologiche, alle guerre e alle rivolte sociali e politiche. Vi porteremo a conoscere fatti, personaggi ed eventi che hanno lasciato un'impronta indelebile nella storia. Attraverso documentari, interviste ed approfondimenti, esploreremo la storia sotto una nuova luce, cercando di capire come il passato abbia influenzato il presente ed il futuro. more

Analyzing events in history to understand why they happened. The factors that led to various events at different times in history. The show picks certain eras like post-World War II and tries to connect events that happened across the globe around that time. more

A crucial and often overlooked aspect of authoritarian regimes are the ranks of the political or secret police. More akin to a paramilitary force than your average cops, secret police enforce the ideology of the State and the personal agenda of a dictator. On this podcast, Jack takes a deep and detailed dive into the history, methods, and the people of the world's most infamous secret police forces such as the KGB or the Gestapo. Follow @secretpolicepodcast on Instagram! Please subscribe, give a rating, and a review. Thank you! more

Wo war die Varusschlacht? Was steckt hinter dem Mythos der Hanse? War Helmut Kohl ein großer Kanzler? Und wo sind eigentlich die Frauen in der Geschichte?Wir stellen Fragen an die Vergangenheit, beleuchten Ereignisse und Persönlichkeiten und zeigen, was das alles mit heute zu tun hat.Jeden Monat neu zum Thema des aktuellen Hefts von ZEIT Geschichte.Die Hosts von 'Wie war das noch mal?', Markus Flohr und Judith Scholter, haben zusammen in Hamburg Geschichte studiert, Geschichten geschrieben und sind nun Redakteur und Redakteurin bei ZEIT Geschichte.Falls Sie uns nicht nur hören, sondern auch lesen möchten, testen Sie jetzt 4 Wochen kostenlos Die ZEIT: www.zeit.de/podcast-abo more

Een podcast over de beruchte dictator Adolf Hitler. Met verhalen over zijn leven, zijn verblijfsplekken, zijn politiek, zijn misdaden en zijn oorlogen. Met elke aflevering, min of meer vers uit de pers, een mislukte Hitlervergelijking. more

Podcast do Canal de Youtube Assimdisseojoao, aqui você encontra todos os vídeos, porém sem vídeo e com muito aúdio. more

Martin Groman a Michal Stehlík. O dějinách, veřejném prostoru, médiích a mnohém dalším. Bonusy na https://prepiste-dejiny.gazetis.to/www.herohero.co/prepistedejiny more

Dies ist der offizielle Account der Bundeskanzler-Willy-Brandt-Stiftung. Die Stiftung erinnert an das Leben und politische Wirken Willy Brandts. Ihr Podcast „Zeitgeschichte erleben' umfasst Veranstaltungsmitschnitte, Interviews sowie Gesprächsreihen zu zeitgeschichtlichen Themen. https://willy-brandt.de/ more

Passion Modernistes vous propose des interviews de jeunes historiens qui travaillent sur l'histoire moderne, une période historique qui va de la Renaissance jusqu'à la Révolution française.Podcast créé par Fanny Cohen Moreau depuis janvier 2019Retrouvez le podcast sur Twitter et Facebook more

'Istoriko teritorijoje' bus galima susitikti su išskirtinėmis asmenybėmis, kurios rašo, piešia, groja, filmuoja, kuruoja parodas ir tuo pačiu metu įdomiai mąsto apie XXI amžiaus žmogaus santykį su praeitimi, istorija ir atmintimi. Taigi, 'Istoriko teritorija' bus erdve, kurioje kalbėsis ne vien tik mokslininkai, bet patys įvairiausi žmonės, kuriems rūpi esminiai klausimai: Kokia mūsų buvimo laiko upėje prasmė? Ką, kaip ir kodėl mes prisimename? Kaip individualios ir kolektyvinės patirtys gali padėti mums gyvenant šiandienoje? Kokiu būdu derėtų pasakoti apie praeitį ir joje nutikusius dalykus nuolat skubančiam, niekam neturinčiam laiko XXI amžiaus žmogui?Laidą veda Aurimas Švedas. Trečiadieniais 15.05 val. more

Harvest of Mars seeks to uncover the essentials of war. Essentials that have been swept under the rug or forgotten by people and societies eager to rewrite history in a way that is intellectually pleasing. This podcast seeks to open your eyes to aspects of military history that, as Paul Fussell accurately noted, never got into the books because of what he called the Disneyfication of war. Here you will get authentic insights from someone who has a genuine love for the material.If you are curious and enjoy seeing things from a new perspective, this is the podcast for you! You do not even know a lot about military history. Perhaps you enjoy stories about the past but have never taken a history course and are just curious. It's all good. I get students all the time who are new to history and they learn a ton because I nudge people toward new things they have not thought about rather than have them memorize facts. . more

Nam Phong Dialogues is a podcast where two Vietnamese American academics - Kevin Pham and Yen Vu - have casual chats on Vietnamese History. We discuss intellectual history, political thought, and social change, in addition to what it means to be Vietnamese American in the US. For inquiries or comments, reach us at namphongdialogues@gmail.com.Follow us on instagram @namphongdialogues.Support us on donorbox at https://donorbox.org/support-nam-phong-dialogues more

Moje je ime Borna Marinić, povjesničar sam koji godinama istražuje temu Domovinskog rata. Autor sam nekoliko dokumentarnih filmova i knjiga na tu temu te urednik portala Domovinskirat.hr i Facebook stranice Dogodilo se na današnji dan - Domovinski rat te Instagram stranice domovinskirat.hr. Kroz dosadašnja istraživanja upoznao sam mnoge svjedoke vremena s vrlo zanimljivim životnim pričama te se u meni javila želja da ih čuje što više ljudi. Iz tog razloga pokrećem podcast 'Gdje si bio '91?'. Osim svjedoka vremena gosti će biti i moji kolege povjesničari. more

Welcome to Middle East Centre Booktalk the Oxford podcast on new books about the Middle East. These are some of the books written by members of our community, or the books our community are talking about. Tune in to follow author interviews and book chat. Every episode features a different, recently published book and is hosted by a different Oxford academic. more

Jewish Questions is the Stroum Center for Jewish Studies' podcast on issues that matter now in Jewish life, politics, history and culture — from a scholarly perspective. This season, hosts Laurie Marhoefer and Noam Pianko look at anti-Semitism: what it is, its long history, and how we can push back against it today.The Stroum Center for Jewish Studies is a part of the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington. more

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The Siècle is a history podcast covering France's overlooked century between Napoleon and World War I. Visit thesiecle.com for annotated scripts, pictures, maps, sources and more. more

Nog altijd komt de hele wereld de leeuw in Waterloo bezoeken. Niet omwille van overwinnaar Wellington maar omwille de verliezer Napoleon. Dat is op zijn minst opmerkelijk te noemen. Johan Op de Beeck vertelt meesterlijk het levensverhaal van één van de belangrijkste figuren uit de geschiedenis. Hoe kon de kleine Corsicaan keizer van Frankrijk worden? Een verhaal van veld- en moordaanslagen, triomftochten en nederlagen, maar ook van vrouwen en verdriet. more