History Podcasts
Ranked by chart position, with free AI-powered daily summaries on every show.
Showing 1–100 of 1,577 podcasts
The Team House
Deep-dive conversations on national security with special operations veterans, intelligence professionals, and frontline reporters.
#2
The Rest Is History
Historians Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook analyze major historical events and figures with narrative depth and scholarly insight.
#3
World War II with Tom Hanks
A narrative history of World War II exploring its causes, global battles, and lasting impact through Tom Hanks' perspective.
#4
American Scandal
A deep dive into infamous American scandals, exploring the lies, corruption, and ambition behind the fall of powerful figures.
#5
History's Greatest Mysteries
Explores unsolved historical enigmas, from vanished figures to buried treasures, using insights from experts across disciplines.
#6
Throughline
A history podcast that explores how past events and figures shaped the present, using immersive storytelling and sound.
#7
You're Wrong About
A journalist reexamines people and events misunderstood or misrepresented in history.
#8
The Ancients
Explores ancient history through expert interviews, covering topics from Neolithic Britain to the fall of Rome.
#9
American History Tellers
Pivotal moments in American history are explored through narrative storytelling, revealing their impact on the nation and modern life.
#10
History That Doesn't Suck
A bi-weekly podcast delivering well-researched, engaging stories from American history.
#11
Lore
Dark historical tales blending folklore, mystery, and real events to reveal the eerie side of the past.
#12
Right Answers Mostly
Two hosts discuss dramatic stories from history and pop culture with a cocktail in hand.
#13
Sleepy History
Calming narrations of historical events and mysteries designed to help listeners relax and fall asleep.
#14
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
A dramatic, narrative-driven exploration of historical events and figures through unconventional, thought-provoking questions.
#15
You Better Win: The History of Ford Racing
A history of Ford's century-long involvement in motorsport, covering Le Mans, NASCAR, rally, drag racing, and off-road competitions.
#16
History Daily
A daily history podcast that explores pivotal events that happened on each day, told through immersive storytelling.
#17
Short History Of...
Each episode examines a significant moment or figure in history, spanning ancient to modern times.
#18
The Martyr Made Podcast
Darryl Cooper
#19
Plagues with Dr. Keith
A physician examines the science, history, and societal impact of major diseases and pandemics.
#20
Stuff You Missed in History Class
Two hosts explore overlooked and unusual historical events and figures with detailed storytelling and research.
#21
Everything Everywhere Daily
A daily podcast delivering concise, fact-based stories on history, science, geography, and culture from around the world.
#22
Dan Snow's History Hit
Dan Snow visits historic sites worldwide to explore the stories behind pivotal events, figures, and monuments.
#23
American History Hit
Examines key events in American history, from colonial conflicts to civil rights, through expert interviews and detailed storytelling.
#24
John Kiriakou's Dead Drop
A former CIA officer explores the psychology and realities of espionage through personal experience and analysis.
#25
After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
Historians explore eerie, strange, and dark historical events, from hauntings and witch trials to UFOs and infamous crimes.
#26
You're Dead to Me
A comedian and historian explore historical figures, events, and myths with humor and accuracy.
#27
Hidden History with Dr. Harini Bhat
A clinical pharmacist explores baffling historical mysteries as unresolved case studies shaped by gaps in knowledge and human perception.
#28
Conspiracy Theories
Examines conspiracy theories surrounding major historical events and cultural phenomena, exploring their origins and influence.
#29
The Rest Is Classified
Former CIA analyst David McCloskey and journalist Gordon Corera examine real espionage cases and intelligence operations from the Cold War to present.
#30
Gone Medieval
Explores medieval history across Europe and beyond, uncovering lost stories of people, politics, religion, and myths.
#31
Noble Blood
Delves into the lives of history’s most notorious royals, from tyrants and murderers to the tragic and doomed.
#32
Empire: World History
William Dalrymple and Anita Anand examine the rise and fall of empires throughout world history and their lasting global impact.
#33
The American West
Stories of Old West gunfighters like Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, and John Wesley Hardin reveal the violent reality of America's frontier.
#34
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
A sex historian explores intimate stories from the past, revealing how sex, scandal, and societal norms have evolved across centuries.
#35
In Our Time
Explores pivotal ideas, figures, and discoveries across history, science, philosophy, and culture through expert discussions.
#36
Revolutions
A fictional history of the Martian Revolution of 2247, told in the style of a real historical analysis.
#37
HISTORY This Week
A weekly look at pivotal historical events and the people behind them, from famous figures to lesser-known individuals who shaped the world.
#38
Fall of Civilizations Podcast
Examines the decline of historical civilizations, exploring common causes, collapse patterns, and lived experiences during their fall.
#39
HistoryExtra podcast
Covers global history from ancient to modern times through expert interviews on events, figures, and eras.
#40
Not Just the Tudors
Explores diverse historical topics from the Tudors to global empires, featuring expert historians uncovering stories of the past.
#41
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#42
The History of Rome
A weekly podcast tracing the history of the Roman Empire from its legendary origins to the fall of the Western Empire.
#43If You Please, Himan Brown’s Radio Mystery Theater
Rebroadcasts of classic radio dramas from producer Himan Brown’s extensive archive of mystery and suspense programs.
#44
Conspiracy Theories, Cults, & Crimes
A true crime podcast examining cults, conspiracies, and criminal cover-ups through cases fueled by belief, fear, and manipulation.
#45
What the Fact with Connor Tomlinson and Carter Roy
Hosts explore bizarre true stories from history, science, and culture, revealing the facts behind myths, disasters, and forgotten events.
#46
British Scandal
Examines British political and social scandals, focusing on power, accountability, and the people behind historic events.
#47
The Spy Who
Real spy stories from intelligence operatives who risked everything in high-stakes missions for national or personal interests.
#48
The Art Bell Archive
A chronological archive of Art Bell's radio show episodes, updated daily.
#49
Cost of Glory
Dramatic retellings of Plutarch’s biographies explore the lives and moral struggles of ancient leaders shaping Western civilization.
#50
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
True stories of human error, catastrophes, and fiascos that reveal how people go wrong and what we can learn from their mistakes.
#51
WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
A comedian and historian explore World War II through detailed analysis, personal stories, and dark humor.
#52
This is History: A Dynasty to Die For
The Tudor dynasty's rise begins with Henry VII seizing the throne in 1485, sparking decades of power struggles, religious change, and royal intrigue.
#53
Real Dictators
Explores the lives and regimes of history's most notorious dictators through firsthand accounts and historical analysis.
#54
Hot History
Ainslie Harvey
#55
Dark History
Reveals dark, overlooked historical events like tyrannical rulers and corporate crimes that were omitted from mainstream education.
#56
Real Survival Stories
Ordinary people recount real experiences surviving extreme situations in the wilderness and at sea.
#57
Calm History - Bedtime Sleep Stories for Education & Relaxation
Historical narratives told calmly for bedtime listening, covering events and figures from ancient civilizations to modern times.
#58
Biblical Time Machine
Two hosts explore the historical context of biblical people, places, and events from the Old and New Testaments.
#59
School of War
Discussions with military leaders, policymakers, and historians on the strategy, history, and consequences of war.
#60
Government That Doesn't Suck
Explores the everyday impact of American government through expert discussions on infrastructure, services, and policy.
#61
Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
Two short tales per episode explore the unbelievable, unsettling, and bizarre from history's forgotten corners.
#62
Forever Ago
Explores the surprising history behind everyday things, from ice cream to video games, making the past engaging for all ages.
#63
Infamous America
True crime stories from America's history, covering assassins, gangsters, scandals, and unsolved mysteries.
#64
Ridiculous History
Explores bizarre and absurd stories from human history with a mix of humor and historical insight.
#65
Catholic Saints
Examines the lives of Catholic saints through scholarly interviews, focusing on their spiritual significance and historical impact.
#66
Legends of the Old West
Stories of legendary outlaws, lawmen, and pivotal events that defined the American Old West.
#67
Yasha
A Jewish family flees Nazi invasion in Belarus, embarking on a six-year odyssey across the Soviet Union to survive World War II.
#68
The History of English Podcast
A podcast about the spoken history of the English language as it became a global language.
#69
پادکست رخ
داستان زندگی افرادی که در تاریخ ایران و جهان تأثیرگذار بودهاند.
#70
History Unplugged Podcast
Features interviews with history authors and answers to listener questions on a wide range of historical topics.
#71
Ancient Civilisations
Explores the history, people, and achievements of ancient civilizations through narrative storytelling.
#72
Petticoat Revolution
Twin sisters explore forgotten women, scandals, and pivotal moments in history that continue to influence modern culture.
#73
Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman
A Bible scholar and host explore textual variations in the New Testament, the historical Jesus, and early Christian history.
#74
Reconstruction: The Unfinished Promise
Explores the transformative yet thwarted era after the Civil War when America redefined citizenship, voting rights, and equality.
#75
Ridiculous Crime
Outlandish true crime stories focused on absurd heists, cons, and criminal antics with minimal violence.
#76
The History Hive Five
Five bestselling authors and experts explore gripping historical stories, from wartime heroics to daring escapes.
#77
The History Chicks : A Women's History Podcast
Explores the lives of remarkable women throughout history with in-depth research and engaging storytelling.
#78
This Land
Rebecca Nagle investigates how conservative forces exploit Native children to undermine tribal sovereignty and advance political goals.
#79
Slow Burn
Examines pivotal political and cultural moments in American history through archival audio and firsthand accounts.
#80
Beyond Mount Rushmore
Examines obscure U.S. presidential histories, including forgotten scandals, strange executive orders, and little-known historical events.
#81
Old Gossip with Rebecca Siegel
Rebecca Siegel hosts a podcast where she shares and discusses old gossip.
#82
The Bowery Boys: New York City History
Explores 400 years of New York City's history through stories of iconic and overlooked figures who shaped the city and the nation.
#83
Biography
Immersive stories about history’s most influential figures, from writers and pioneers to rulers and revolutionaries.
#84
The British History Podcast
A narrative exploration of British history focused on the lives, motivations, and personal stories of the people who shaped the nation.
#85
Call 'Em Like Museum with Eric Johnson
Explores how museums work through interviews with directors, curators, and fans about curation, exhibits, and visitor experiences.
#86
AREA52 - DEBRIEFED With Chris Ramsay
Explores UFOs, psychic phenomena, and government whistleblowers through weekly discussions and guest interviews.
#87
Ask Haviv Anything
A history podcast shaped by listener questions, covering wars, identity, and cultural topics with a mix of serious and light discussion.
#88
HOLLYWOODLAND
Explores the intersection of Hollywood and true crime through the lives of celebrities affected by murder, scandal, and conspiracy.
#89
At Liberty
Explores the history and impact of major U.S. court cases that shape modern life.
#90
Real Vikings
Explores the true history of the Viking Age, separating myth from reality through stories of explorers, warriors, and rulers.
#91
My Victorian Nightmare
True crime and macabre tales from the Victorian era, featuring mysterious deaths and dark historical events.
#92
The History of Byzantium
Chronicles the history of the Eastern Roman Empire from 476 to 1453, covering its political, military, and religious evolution.
#93
Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff
Revolutions, rebellions, and resistance movements throughout history, told through the stories of the people who lived them.
#94
SPYCRAFT 101
Justin Black
#95
The WallBuilders Show
Examines current issues through biblical, historical, and constitutional viewpoints with insights from experts and public figures.
#96
Haunted American History
Explores America's haunted histories, cryptids, and dark legends, blending folklore with factual investigation.
#97
The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War
Seth Paridon and Bill Toti explore the battles, strategies, and key figures of the Pacific War in detailed weekly episodes.
#98
Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order
Examines the U.S. internment of Japanese Americans during WWII, the forces behind it, and the fight to end it.
#99
Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! Greek & Roman Mythology Retold
Retells Greek and Roman myths with sarcasm and modern flair, exploring gods, heroes, and monsters every week.
#100
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History: Addendum
Supplementary interviews and commentary from the creator of Hardcore History, expanding on themes and topics from the main series.