38. Communism
29 Mar 2021
51m
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The Rest Is History
Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events. From the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Nazi conquest of Europe, and Hitler’s evil master plan for world domination, to the French Revolution, the sinking of the Titanic, or the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, Tom and Dominic bring the past to life with gripping storytelling and expert analysis, as they unpack the high-drama moments that shaped our world. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
Episodes
37. Spies, with Ben MacIntyre
25 Mar 2021
44m
AI processedIn this episode of The Rest Is History, Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook host Ben MacIntyre to discuss the history of espionage. They explore the relationship between British fiction and espionage, the impact of spies on historical events like WWII and the Cold War, and the moral ambiguities of spies like Gordievsky a...
36. Our Greatest Prime Minister
23 Mar 2021
46m
35. The Prime Ministers’ World Cup
22 Mar 2021
42m
34. St Cuthbert’s Day
20 Mar 2021
31m
AI processedThis podcast episode explores the fascinating life and lasting impact of St. Cuthbert, taking us from his spirited childhood in Scotland to his rise as a respected Christian figure. It chronicles his miraculous deeds and ascetic lifestyle, which transformed spiritual practices in medieval Britain. The conversation not ...
33. The Beautiful Game
18 Mar 2021
51m
32. What if?
15 Mar 2021
46m
31. The Second Reich
11 Mar 2021
52m
AI processedIn this podcast episode, the hosts explore the fascinating history of Prussia and its crucial influence on modern Germany. They discuss how the region's fragmented identity played a role in the seemingly artificial unification of Germany, particularly under leaders like Bismarck. With guest Katja Hoyer, they examine th...
30. A Royal Row
09 Mar 2021
30m
29. Americanisation
08 Mar 2021
47m
28. The Kings of Comedy
04 Mar 2021
56m
27. Tutankhamun
01 Mar 2021
48m
26. Witches
25 Feb 2021
49m
25. Empires
22 Feb 2021
53m
24. Sex in the City
18 Feb 2021
47m
23. The 90s
15 Feb 2021
47m
22. Weird Wars
11 Feb 2021
46m
21. The History of the Future
08 Feb 2021
42m
20. China
04 Feb 2021
58m
AI processedThis podcast episode delves into key events and themes in Chinese history, from the Tang dynasty to the Opium Wars, the opening up of China in the late 20th century, and the rise of the communists. It explores the concept of China's historical continuity and unity, the factors that have contributed to its enduring exis...
19. King Arthur
01 Feb 2021
51m
AI processedIn this podcast episode, hosts Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook delve into the intriguing mystery of King Arthur. They explore different historical interpretations and discuss legendary figures like Geoffrey of Monmouth, as well as the cultural significance of iconic symbols like Excalibur and the Holy Grail. Their co...
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