What are some good history podcasts?
Here's a list I made earlier:
- The History of Rome and Revolutions - Start with these. Mike Duncan's masterpieces, the granddaddy of history podcasting.
- Tides of History
- When Diplomacy Fails
- Second Decade
- History of the Great War
- The History of WWII Podcast
- Human Circus: Journeys through the Medieval World
- History on Fire
- The History of England
- The British History Podcast
What are some good podcasts to learn English?
What you can expect:
- Interesting topics
- New vocabulary
- British accents
Why you should use podcasts to learn English?
Why should you start a podcast? Podcasts are an excellent way to reach out to people and connect with an audience. Even the most mundane topics can be converted into exciting learning experiences through a podcast. Although it sounds like a complicated process, podcasting requires very little investment and is easy to take up.
What was the first podcast ever?
First, the spectacular display in Kansas City between the Chiefs and Bills, and what the Mahomes-Josh Allen rivalry means for the near- to medium-future of the NFL. On Buffalo’s late-game inefficiencies, but also how the two quarterbacks and Tyreek Hill ...
Is the British history podcast still going?
The vast bulk of episodes are free and will remain so. In fact, the whole main show is free so you don't have to sign up to listen to the BHP. However, to thank people for supporting the podcast we do offer a few exclusive extras for Members.
Who runs the British history podcast?
deliberate. After more than 10 years and nearly 400 episodes, BHP arrived at the pivotal Battle of Hastings (which took place in 1066), just last month. Zee and Jamie Jeffers, producers of the British History Podcast, 2022.
What is the history of England?
In AD 43 the Roman conquest of Britain began; the Romans maintained control of their province of Britannia until the early 5th century. The end of Roman rule in Britain facilitated the Anglo-Saxon settlement of Britain, which historians often regard as the origin of England and of the English people.
What is Mercia called today?
Mercia originally comprised the border areas (modern Staffordshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, and northern West Midlands and Warwickshire) that lay between the districts of Anglo-Saxon settlement and the Celtic tribes they had driven to the west.
What was England called before it was called England?
AnglelandKingdom of England Originally, England (or Angleland) was a geographical term to describe the territory of Britain which was occupied by the Anglo-Saxons, rather than a name of an individual nation state.
What was Britain called before the Romans?
AlbionAlbion, the earliest-known name for the island of Britain. It was used by ancient Greek geographers from the 4th century bc and even earlier, who distinguished “Albion” from Ierne (Ireland) and from smaller members of the British Isles. The Greeks and Romans probably received the name from the Gauls or the Celts.
What is the Pax Britannica podcast?
Scotland, United Kingdom About Podcast Pax Britannica is a narrative history podcast covering the empire upon which the sun never set. Beginning with the accession of James VI of Scotland to the throne of England, Pax Britannica will follow the people and events that created an empire that dominated the globe. Hosted by a PhD candidate in British Imperial history, and based on extensive scholarship and primary sources, along with interviews with experts in their field, Pax Britannica aims to explain the rise and eventual fall of the largest empire in history. After all, how peaceful was the 'British Peace'? Frequency 2 episodes / month , Average Episode Length 42 min Since Feb 2019 Podcast paxbritannica.info#N#Facebook fans 513 ⋅ Twitter followers 3.6K ⋅ Domain Authority 18 ⋅ View Latest Episodes ⋅ Get Email Contact
Where is the Talesofthebri podcast?
South Yorkshire, England , United Kingdom About Podcast A podcast telling some of the famous and not-so-famous myths, legends, stories, and folklore of the British Isles in a haphazard order. Coming directly from South Yorkshire it is currently regular and will feature all of the above and whatever other miscellaneous snippets take my fancy Frequency 1 episode / week , Average Episode Length 61 min Since Jun 2018 Also in Folklore Podcasts Podcast soundcloud.com/talesofthebri..#N#Facebook fans 507 ⋅ Social Engagement 37 ⋅ Domain Authority 93 ⋅ Alexa Rank 141 View Latest Episodes ⋅ Get Email Contact
What is the Isadora podcast?
About Podcast Join Isadora (a Brit with a degree in History) as she helps to educate two American guys on a little about the history of the house they have all just moved into, and therefore England as a whole. Together they investigate some of the skills passed down for generations, explores some of the weirdest bits of British life, and talk science, crime, death, and murder. Semi-educational and semi-frustrating as Isadora tries to keep them on track, the segways sometimes prove how ignorant they all are, and how you can always learn something you never knew before. Frequency 1 episode / year , Average Episode Length 43 min Since Feb 2020 Podcast historythroughahouse.com/pod..#N#Facebook fans 35 ⋅ Domain Authority 1 ⋅ View Latest Episodes ⋅ Get Email Contact
What is the Rex Factor podcast?
United Kingdom About Podcast Rex Factor is a light-hearted look at all the kings and queens of England and Scotland. One by one we review every monarch by a number of factors - success in battle, notoriety, justice - before giving them our final judgement and deciding whether they have the Rex Factor. The podcasts are well researched but also light-hearted and unscripted to provide a more accessible approach to history. Frequency 10 episodes / year , Average Episode Length 72 min Since Aug 2010 Also in Monarchy Podcasts Podcast rexfactor.podbean.com#N#Facebook fans 4.2K ⋅ Twitter followers 4.8K ⋅ Social Engagement 36 ⋅ Domain Authority 89 ⋅ View Latest Episodes ⋅ Get Email Contact
Where is Mountebank History of Scotland?
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK The Mountebank History of Scotland is the 'hysterical and historical' podcast by Scottish stand-up comedian Daniel Downie. Learn a little and laugh a lot while Daniel takes you on a whistle-stop tour through Scottish history from the 1st century AD to the present day.
388 – The Stupid Before The Storm
We left off in the Court of Harald Hardrada. And you probably feel like you know a lot about this man by now. There’s the stories about the empress, and his time as a Varagian, and about his reputation as a seductive warrior poet. And all of the “oh my god this guy is hot” [...]
387 – The Douche is Cast
War was coming. That much was clear. If Harold had worried if the comet was a bad omen, he knew for sure now. Word would have reached him that the Pope had declared that the Church was on the side of Duke William of Normandy in his demand for England. And at about the same [...]
385 – The Audacity of Boats
Ok nerds, take this down. Dear Harry, I was saddened to hear of King Edward’s death. but, I am writing to inform you that my beloved cousin promised me the throne a while back. Don’t worry if this is news to you, it was a secret so I understand if you are a little surprised. [...]
384 – King Harold Godwinson
Edward was dead. Harold was King. Edith was sidelined. And as far as the Vita Edwardii was concerned, this was the moment where the wheels came completely off the wagon. Honestly, the Chronicle starts looking a little unenthusiastic around this point, too. Various versions seem to express reservations about King Harold.. with Version D being [...]
383 – The Death of King Edward
Christmas of 1065 would have been a grim affair. And as 1066 approached, the Court was likely consumed with anxiety. The King was childless and the throne was being eyed from all sides by foreign dynasties and, according to sources like William of Poitiers, the King had been terribly ill for quite some time. Poitiers [...]
2021 Halloween Special
A 14th century monk made it weird. Or Wyrd? I dunno... it's weirdly wyrd, though.
382 – Bros Before Thrones
It was 1065. And King Edward was falling ever more ill. King Harald Hardrada reigned overNorway. His war with King Swegn of Denmark was over and he found himself with the free time to look into other territories he’d like to rule. And England made the list. King Malcolm III reigned in Scotland, and Big [...]
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