Top History Episodes
With more than 30 million podcast episodes littering the internet, how will you ever find the perfect episode about history to invest your time into? To help save you time, we did the leg work and listed the top history podcast episodes for you. Whether they are amusing, informative, inspiring, or educational, we’ve highlighted the best and posted them below. How do we know they’re the ‘best’? Because our listeners voted on them. To find some gems is always a time saver for someone with little time to waste. Now all you got to do is select an episode that is unique to you and press play.
The list of the top 10 History episodes for February 2023 is compliled from Repod’s podcast app chart data. The list below is updated monthly, daily History charts can be found inside the app.
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One Year1942: The Day the Music StoppedOn Aug. 1, 1942, the nation’s recording studios went silent. Musicians were fed up with the new technologies threatening their livelihoods, so they refused to record until they got their fair share. This week, Evan Chung explores one of the most consequential labor actions of the 20th century, and how...
"This episode is so good. Turned out musicians always struggled because of the advancement of technology. Incredibly fun and informative episode. I love it"
"This episode is so good. Turned out musicians always struggled because of the advancement of technology. Incredibly fun and informative episode. I love it"
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"Wow maybe I’m wildly out of touch but I had absolutely NO IDEA how popular this weirdo was- I thought people only knew about him because of the Greta tweet and the human trafficking arrest but apparently he’s got some kind of stranglehold on young people. Scary stuff when a creep like this is so popular. "
"Wow maybe I’m wildly out of touch but I had absolutely NO IDEA how popular this weirdo was- I thought people only knew about him because of the Greta tweet and the human trafficking arrest but apparently he’s got some kind of stranglehold on young people. Scary stuff when a creep like this is so popular. "
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You're Wrong AboutBeanie Babies with Jamie LoftusThey’re winsome and soft and so fun to cuddle/ With one of Ty’s Beanie Babies, you could never go wrong/ But they were all born from a toxic puddle/ It really was capitalism all along.This week, Jamie Loftus tells us the story of the greatest toy fad of the 90s,...
"“Writing codes and writing odes” 😂 love that line"
"“Writing codes and writing odes” 😂 love that line"
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Behind the BastardsPart One: Why is the Rent So Damn High?Robert is joined by Samantha Mcvey to discuss what is going with the rental market.
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Footnotes:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/arstechnica.com/informationtechnology/2022/10/rent-going-up-one-companys-algorithm-could-be-why/%3famp=1 https://www.multifamilyexecutive.com/property-management/revenuerevolution-pushing-rents-becomes-the-norm_o https://extranewsfeed.com/a-history-of-landlords-rent-the-feudal-origins-of-a-nonworking-class-e718e6c82e2f https://popular.info/p/death-by-eviction https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna52111 https://www.nytimes.com/2004/12/08/nyregion/queens-landlordconvicted-in-plot-to-kill-two-tenants.html https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/world/2002/may/02/worlddispatch.oliverburkeman https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.laprogressive.com/.amp/homeles sness/studies-find-rent-control-works https://www.housinghumanright.org/is-billionaire-landlord-sam-zellthe-quintessential-corporate-vulture/ https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/102915/how-sam-zell-madehis-fortune.asp
https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/risk-and-reward-aconversation-with-sam-zell https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-09-27/steve-schwarzman-buys-80-millionenglish-country-estate https://www.google.com/amp/s/m.jpost.com/50-most-influential-jews/article-717735/amp https://fintechmagazine.com/venture-capital/stephen-a-schwarzman-the-billionare-who-builtblackstone https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/090915/how-stephen-schwarzman-built-blackstonegroup.asp https://www.invitationtenants.com/blackstone-profits-from-the-foreclosure-crisis/ https://www.institutionalinvestor.com/article/b14zb99vmk6h6n/blackstones-stephen-schwarzman-onnot-wasting-a-serious-crisis https://www.google.com/amp/s/qz.com/2118625/corporate-landlords-are-benefiting-frominflation/amp/ https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/02/rich-investors-make-easy-scapegoat-risingrents/606607/ https://archive.ph/TjPXE https://www.npr.org/2022/03/29/1089174630/housing-shortage-newhome-construction-supply- chain#:~:text=The%20Housing%20Shortage%20Is%20Significant,nearl y%2020%25%20last%20year%20alone https://constructionphysics.substack.com/p/is-there-a-housing-shortage-or-notSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
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"Listen to the first 5 minutes for an epic rant about Twitter and quiting the service."
"Listen to the first 5 minutes for an epic rant about Twitter and quiting the service."
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The History ChicksPocahontas RevistPocahontas did save lives... just not the way (or the one) that you've been taught. For both Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving, we revisit this 2017 episode to tell her real, not Disneyfied, story. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
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LoreEpisode 219: UnansweredOne of the most attractive roads to travel for many people are the ones that lead deep into the world of the occult. But sometimes they can also be incredibly dangerous.
Written and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with research by GennaRose Nethercott and music by Chad Lawson.
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This House Will Devour You5. An Investigation is Begun / A Most Unseemly SpectacleIn London, Elizabeth, her health improved, encounters the fellows of the Society of Esoterica while seeking information on Kilphaun Hall. Meanwhile at that house, Lily comes to lunch and George has a run-in with her uncle.Additional sound: Music: Signs To Nowhere by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Remember to share, subscribe or...
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Tapes from the Darkside | a true crime podcastS5, Chapter 1: ExterminatorPart 1-of-8 from the series “The Execution of Daniel Shaver”.Daniel Shaver (26) lived in Texas with his wife and high school sweetheart, Laney (24), and their two young children, Natalie (7) and Emery (3). Laney had just become pregnant as a surrogate for their close friends and Daniel was working...
"My new season is finally here! All about the Daniel Shaver case in Mesa, Arizona. "
"My new season is finally here! All about the Daniel Shaver case in Mesa, Arizona. "
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Tapes from the Darkside | a true crime podcastS5, Chapter 2: CrawlPart 2-of-8 from the series “The Execution of Daniel Shaver”.Daniel Shaver lies face down in a hotel hallway in Mesa, Arizona. A cop barks incoherent orders at him and repeatedly denies any clarifying questions. The cop's demands become increasingly convoluted. “Cross your legs…Keep them crossed…Put your arms in front of...
Editors Choice: Top History Shows
Even within a popular history-related podcast, there may be shows that are more special than the others. Ones that capture the imagination, stir the heart, or perhaps tell such a compelling true story where listeners are moved. That podcast might have revealed something of impact and significance that you never thought of before or heard of anywhere else. Some of these historical stories might inspire you or give you a greater perspective into why things happened the way they did. When it comes to history, there’s always a reason why. And when it’s properly explained, it all makes more sense. You value history even more. Trust our listeners that these podcasts stand out from the others, as special and worthy of a listen. We’ve listed them for you and we’re sure you’ll enjoy these best history podcasts.
The list of the top 10 best History podcasts of 2023 is a compilation of the editor’s choice + collaboration with the Repod community.
Stuff You Should KnowProduced and hosted by the staff of How Stuff Works, Stuff You Should Know, aka SYSK, dedicates each episode to teaching you about something you probably don’t know about. Each episode stands on its own, making it easy to pick a topic at random that interests you. And there is sure to be something that’ll tickle your fancy, as the podcast has dealt with everything from cheese and Barbie to tipping, pinball, and death. With...
99% InvisibleA collaboration between public radio and the American Institute of Architects in San Francisco, the 99% Invisible podcast seeks to expose the unseen aspects of design and architecture. Often including interviews with experts, the show opens your eyes to things you might tend to overlook or take for granted, like outdoor staircases and commemorative plaques, calling your attention to all of the thought and choices that go into the aspects of our everyday lives we...
TED Radio HourDo you think Ted talks are inspiring? Then tune into Ted Radio Hour. Just imagine how beautiful the collaboration between Ted and National Public Radio must be. On Ted Radio Hour, they discuss a wide range of usage. Most times, the podcast episodes are usually before-hand released Ted content, only with a cherry on top. There's an after-session where Manoush Zomorodi interviews the speaker. Mostly, these conversations usually spill over into other life affairs. It's...
Revisionist History'The past deserves a second chance' are famous words from Malcolm Gladwell, podcast host, and owner of Revolutionist History. Here's what he does on his podcast show. He re-examines a past historical event that he feels is to date misunderstood or misconstrued. Perhaps re-assessing the past can do more than enhance our perception and understanding of it. He believes it can improve our present existence. Find out the other side of the coin with Malcolm...
Dan Carlin's Hardcore HistoryAlmost everyone grew up hating history in high school. It's because nobody had a teacher like the host, Dan Carlin. On each episode of Hardcore History, Dan Carlin carries his listeners on a long, thorough, but an interesting journey of a significant historical event. He likes to explore all there is to know about events that have shaped the world, as we know it. With this podcast show, love for history may just be around...
LoreThis is a podcast that's definitely not going to put you to sleep. Lore features stories capable of giving you goosebumps and some horrifying true stories. Each episode tells a tale from the past, unwinding some scary creatures and places. These episodes are reminiscent of sharing creepy stories around the campfire, with all your nightmarish fantasies coming true....
Darknet DiariesSome listeners have never heard of the darknet outside Hollywood. The darknet is real, and really ugly things go down there. The podcast host of the Darknet Diaries, Jack Rhysidere gives a sneak-peek into all the evils that the darkness of these streets hide. Government activity, bribery in high places, terrorism, cyber-crime it’s really a treat for the curious mind....
ThroughlineYou know the saying, ‘The past is never the past’? Throughline podcast gives so much truth to those words. Co-hosts Ramtin Arablouei and Rund Abdelfatah help listeners understand the world today by lending them historical lenses. So, for people that want to learn more about the moments that created life as we know it now, this podcast is the place to start....
Casefile True CrimeFact is scarier than fiction. Subscribe to Casefile Premium to receive ad-free episodes released one week early, along with access to bonus Q&A’s, our exclusive show ‘Behind the Files’, and more....
Slow BurnEver heard of a podcast show offering content TV series style? Here’s one. Each season of Slow Burn discusses highly controversial historical events in America, clears the air, and answers, long unanswered questions. Thus far, they've discussed politics and entertainment. There's much more in store. Explore the other side of history with host Josh Levin. ...
Travis Osterhaus | February 01, 2023
Are you tired of watching the news? Are you looking for an escape to another time? We have an excellent suggestion for you: history podcasts. Now we’re not talking about digging up those dusty books you dreaded reading in high school. Podcasts about history are stories narrated with style and passion. They’re tales that’ll fascinate and sweep you into, otherworldly times. You’d also be surprised to know, they’re not all about wars and revolutions. They come in many flavors.
Whether the podcast is about ancient history to the 20th century, you will learn many interesting things about how history has shaped our present. There are thousands of historical topics out there to choose from. But how do you find the ones worth listening to? The Repod community has curated the best and most popular shows and episodes for you. These podcasts might teach you something or simply remind you to smile… sit back… and enjoy a moment from the past.
