History Podcasts
Ranked by chart position, with free AI-powered daily summaries on every show.
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Radiolab
Explores complex questions through investigative journalism, blending science, history, and human stories with innovative sound design.
The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
A collection of short, mysterious stories and enlightening conversations exploring history, people, and ideas with curiosity and wit.
Behind the Bastards
Explores the twisted lives and bizarre realities of history’s most notorious figures, from dictators to dangerous extremists.
Expanded Perspectives
Explores ancient history, alternative theories, cryptozoology, UFOs, and paranormal mysteries through research and expert interviews.
Boring History For Sleep | Gentle Storytelling And Ambient Sounds (Official)
Historical stories and hidden war secrets told gently over ambient rain sounds to help adults relax and sleep.
The History of WWII Podcast
A detailed narrative exploration of World War II, covering its events, battles, and key figures.
Astonishing Legends
Explores unexplained mysteries and paranormal phenomena through investigations and interviews with experts.
Stories of Special Forces Operators
Hear firsthand accounts from elite special forces operatives about their missions, challenges, and lives in the shadows.
Big Ideas Lab
Inside Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, uncover breakthroughs in science and technology shaping the future.
Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton
Two hosts examine how everyday individuals get drawn into violence and the psychological forces behind conflict.
Know Your Gear Podcast
A weekly podcast answering 30 to 40 guitar-related questions with a mix of fun and practical insights.
the memory palace
Nate DiMeo
The Crucible - The JRTC Experience Podcast
A podcast focused on modern military leadership and combat readiness through real-world training at the Joint Readiness Training Center.
The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds explore historical events and figures in a comedic podcast.
The WW2 Podcast
A military history podcast exploring various aspects of World War II as it moves beyond living memory.
History of the Second World War
A weekly chronological history of World War II, from its origins through the war years and postwar aftermath.
Nightmares
A true-crime podcast delivering chilling stories for bedtime.
Civics 101
Explains how U.S. government institutions and constitutional rights function in everyday life.
Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine
A medical historian and her comedian husband explore centuries of misguided, bizarre, and often gruesome medical practices.
Gastropod
Explores the science and history behind food and farming, from ancient feasts to modern aquaculture and everything in between.
Talking Tudors
A podcast exploring topics and stories from Tudor history.
Mailin’ It! - The Official USPS Podcast
A behind-the-scenes look at the United States Postal Service, covering its history, operations, and future.
Ukraine: The Latest
Daily analysis of the war in Ukraine, covering military developments, geopolitics, and life in Russia and Ukraine.
The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast
A weekly deep dive into Stephen King's bibliography and cultural impact, analyzed with humor and critical insight.
The Lawfare Podcast
Discussions with experts on national security, law, and policy covering foreign policy, intelligence, cybersecurity, and governance.
At The Mic With Keith Malinak
A podcast exploring diverse topics through weekly themed episodes including debates, retrospectives, deep dives, and casual discussions.
Think Twice: Michael Jackson
A journalist and an OnlyFans creator explore the blurred lines between fantasy, intimacy, and commerce on the adult platform.
The Fact Hunter
Investigates global conspiracies by gathering expert insights and evidence to help listeners form informed conclusions.
UnJustified
A former FBI official and a podcast host examine threats to civil liberties and justice under Trump’s Department of Justice.
The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast
The MJCast
Version History
A weekly exploration of iconic, infamous, and forgotten tech products, examining their impact and legacy through debate and storytelling.
The Book Club
Explores the historical context and author backgrounds behind classic and contemporary books.
Wartime Stories
Veterans recount unexplained, terrifying, and awe-inspiring events from the battlefield and beyond.
Queens, Kings, and Dastardly Things
Uncovering scandal, power, and intrigue behind the scenes of the British monarchy through the stories of its most controversial figures.
13 Minutes Presents: Artemis II
A BBC podcast exploring pivotal moments in space exploration, from Apollo missions to the Artemis II lunar journey.
Stories of Art
Explores pivotal moments, artists, and hidden histories that shaped art across centuries.
The Jedburgh Podcast
Former Green Beret Fran Racioppi interviews elite leaders on leadership, preparation, and personal transformation.
Myths and Legends
Retells global myths and legends, from Arthur to Aladdin, with origins and tales reimagined for modern listeners.
Deep Cover
Investigative stories about people leading double lives, uncovering deception, crime, and the truth behind hidden identities.
Maintenance Phase
Debunks the junk science behind health fads, wellness scams, and nonsensical nutrition advice.
Past Gas
A deep dive into the history and culture of classic cars, manufacturers, and iconic automotive rivalries.
Against The Odds
Survival stories from extreme situations like cave rescues and pirate attacks, told through immersive firsthand accounts.
Revisionist History
A deep dive into the 1990s Staten Island secession movement as a lens on democracy, resentment, and urban fracture.
Dolly Parton's America
A documentary podcast exploring Dolly Parton’s life, music, and cultural impact as a unifying symbol in America.
Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries
A collection of scary stories, paranormal encounters, and unsolved mysteries designed to thrill and unsettle.
Sound, Light & Frequency
Hollywood producers investigate if the U.S. government used films and TV to secretly disclose UFO truths, starting with their own encounter with a "Man in Black.
Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight
Music legends and indie artists share the stories behind their creative journeys and iconic songs across rock, country, jazz, and reggae.
Stubborn Things
Political analysts examine American politics through evidence and historical context, prioritizing facts over ideology.
Adrift
A British family's dream voyage turns into a harrowing survival ordeal after their sailboat is capsized in the Pacific Ocean.
National Park After Dark
Two friends examine dark stories from U.S. National Parks to foster connection with public lands through narrative.
True Crime Garage
Two hosts analyze real crime cases weekly, blending detailed research with casual conversation over beer.
To Catch a Thief: China’s Rise to Cyber Supremacy
North Korean operatives infiltrate U.S. companies through remote jobs to fund their regime's nuclear program.
Wilder
Explores the life and legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the Little House books, and her complex role in American history.
Biblical Time Machine
Two hosts explore the historical context of biblical people, places, and events from the Old and New Testaments.
Literature and History
A chronological exploration of world literature and its cultural history, from ancient Sumerian texts to early Islamic civilization.
HardLore
Biographical interviews with musicians from hardcore, punk, and metal scenes.
Jocko Podcast
Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink and Echo Charles explore discipline and leadership in war, business, relationships, and daily life.
Murder, Mystery & Makeup
A beauty influencer explores true crime stories, from serial killers to cannibals, while doing makeup.
Founders
Draws practical business lessons from biographies of historical entrepreneurs.
Jim Cornette’s Drive-Thru
Wrestling commentator Jim Cornette answers fan questions on various topics with event reviews and listener-submitted segments.
Cap Chat Texas
Interviews with staff, lobbyists, and activists shaping Texas legislation behind the scenes.
Ancient Aliens
Explores the theory that extraterrestrial beings have visited Earth throughout history, examining ancient evidence and modern sightings.
A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast
Discussions on U.S. national security and defense with military and national security professionals.
No Such Thing As A Fish
Four researchers share fascinating facts they've discovered each week.
Business Wars
Examines high-stakes rivalries between major corporations and the strategic decisions behind their successes and failures.
Shield of the Republic
Analyzes U.S. national security and foreign policy beyond mainstream Washington thinking.
Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald
Explores sensational true crime cases with a focus on greed, deception, and celebrity, blending humor and insight with guest experts.
Constant Wonder
Explores moments of awe and wonder found in science, art, history, and the natural world.
Lights Out Library: Sleep Documentaries
Soothing narrative documentaries on science, history, mythology, and art designed to help listeners relax and fall asleep.
Sound Opinions
A music review and interview show featuring rock critics discussing new releases, classic records, and artist conversations.
Breaking History
Historians and reporters analyze current events through the lens of past political and social upheavals.
Strangely
Two journalists on opposite sides of the Atlantic explore bizarre true stories, from obscure oddities to conspiracy theories and true crime.
Jim Cornette Experience
Jim Cornette and a co-host analyze pro wrestling, politics, and personal rants in unfiltered, wide-ranging conversations.
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.
Mother Country Radicals
A son investigates his parents’ lives as 1970s radicals in the Weather Underground Organization and their fight against the U.S. government.
History Analyzed
A deep dive into pivotal historical events and hidden stories, exploring their causes, contexts, and lasting impacts on the modern world.
The Permanent Problem
Explores capitalism's crises of dynamism, inclusion, and politics, and how to address them.
Trashy Divorces
Two hosts explore infamous breakups and messy relationships with humor, blending pop culture, history, and astrology.
Dissed
Two attorneys explore the power and legacy of Supreme Court dissents, unpacking their legal significance and historical impact.
Fighter Pilot Podcast
Explores military aviation through stories of fighter pilots, aircraft, weapons systems, and emerging technologies like AI in air combat.
GraveYard Tales
Explores haunted places, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities with a comedic twist.
Stepchange
Ben Shwab Eidelson and Anay Shah
The Conspiracy Tapes
A true crime podcast that re-examines complex cases through in-depth investigative reporting and multimedia evidence.
The Preamble
Sharon McMahon and guests explore pressing issues and ideas shaping the future with clarity and thoughtful analysis.
CuriosiD
A podcast that investigates listener-submitted questions about Detroit and its surrounding region.
Understanding Congress
Explores the inner workings, history, and role of Congress in American government through expert discussions.
Consider the Constitution
Discusses constitutional issues affecting Americans through expert interviews on history, law, and policy.
On the Media
Analyzes media narratives, misinformation, and bias to help listeners understand how news is shaped and reported.
Boom! Lawyered
A weekly breakdown of legal issues impacting reproductive, transgender, and racial justice.
1440 Explores
Explores fascinating topics at the intersection of science, history, and society through expert insights and narrative storytelling.
ABOTA Speaks
Conversations with historians, legal experts, and trial lawyers explore justice, the rule of law, and advocacy.
Psychology of the Strange
Analyzes dark folklore and supernatural tales through psychological concepts to understand their impact on the human mind.
Bad Women: The Blackout Ripper
Uncovers the lives of women murdered by the Blackout Ripper in 1942 London and why their stories were forgotten.
Monsters Among Us
Firsthand audio accounts of paranormal encounters with ghosts, UFOs, cryptids, and supernatural phenomena.
Rachel Maddow Presents: Ultra
A historical investigation traces a Nazi spy scandal and its parallels to modern far-right movements in American politics.
The Context
A deep dive into the historical and cultural forces shaping contemporary China and its people.
The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast
A daily walkthrough of Bible books, covering one passage at a time in short, sequential episodes.
Ask NT Wright Anything
A weekly podcast exploring theology and biblical questions through discussions with NT Wright, hosted by Mike Bird.
Combat Story
Veterans share unfiltered stories of combat, detailing their paths to service, pivotal moments in battle, and the lasting impact of war.
Heaven Bent
A deep dive into modern prophecy, exploring supernatural claims and spiritual practices within today’s prophetic movement.