History Podcasts
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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.
Big Ideas Lab
Inside Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, uncover breakthroughs in science and technology shaping the future.
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.
Mailin’ It! - The Official USPS Podcast
A behind-the-scenes look at the United States Postal Service, covering its history, operations, and future.
The Lawfare Podcast
Discussions with experts on national security, law, and policy covering foreign policy, intelligence, cybersecurity, and governance.
Ukraine: The Latest
Daily analysis of the war in Ukraine, covering military developments, geopolitics, and life in Russia and Ukraine.
No Such Thing As A Fish
Four researchers share fascinating facts they've discovered each week.
Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine
A medical historian and her comedian husband explore centuries of misguided, bizarre, and often gruesome medical practices.
Civics 101
Explains how U.S. government institutions and constitutional rights function in everyday life.
The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds explore historical events and figures in a comedic podcast.
Nightmares
A true-crime podcast delivering chilling stories for bedtime.
The Fact Hunter
Investigates global conspiracies by gathering expert insights and evidence to help listeners form informed conclusions.
Stubborn Things
Political analysts examine American politics through evidence and historical context, prioritizing facts over ideology.
Lights Out Library: Sleep Documentaries
Soothing narrative documentaries on science, history, mythology, and art designed to help listeners relax and fall asleep.
Version History
A weekly exploration of iconic, infamous, and forgotten tech products, examining their impact and legacy through debate and storytelling.
Think Twice: Michael Jackson
A journalist and an OnlyFans creator explore the blurred lines between fantasy, intimacy, and commerce on the adult platform.
The Book Club
Explores the historical context and author backgrounds behind classic and contemporary books.
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
True stories of survival and human resilience in extreme circumstances, 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
Explores unsolved mysteries, hauntings, and urban legends with a focus on true crime and paranormal stories.
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
Artist interviews and stories exploring music history across rock, pop, country, jazz, and reggae.
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 to fund their regime's nuclear program through a global cyber labor pipeline.
Wilder
Explores the life and legacy of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the Little House books, and her complex role in American history.
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.
Business Wars
Examines high-stakes rivalries between major corporations and the strategic decisions behind their successes and failures.
No Dogs in Space
A music history podcast exploring punk, alternative, and experimental rock and pop across decades.
Constant Wonder
Explores moments of awe and wonder found in science, art, history, and the natural world.
Sound Opinions
A music review and interview show featuring rock critics discussing new releases, classic records, and artist conversations.
GraveYard Tales
Explores haunted places, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities with a comedic twist.
The Preamble
Sharon McMahon and guests explore pressing issues and ideas shaping the future with clarity and thoughtful analysis.
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.
Monsters Among Us
Firsthand audio accounts of paranormal encounters with ghosts, UFOs, cryptids, and supernatural phenomena.
Ask NT Wright Anything
A weekly podcast exploring theology and biblical questions through discussions with NT Wright, hosted by Mike Bird.
Parseh Podcast (پادکست پرسه)
A walk through books, exploring curiosity and reflections sparked by reading.
The Allusionist
A podcast exploring language through stories and linguistic curiosities.
Tides of History
Explores how historical events and forces have shaped modern societies, cultures, and global systems.
The History of Egypt Podcast
A chronological exploration of ancient Egyptian history from its mythological origins to the end of the pharaonic era.
Talking Tudors
A podcast exploring topics and stories from Tudor history.
Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton
Two hosts examine how everyday individuals get drawn into violence and the psychological forces behind conflict.
Wartime Stories
Veterans recount unexplained, terrifying, and awe-inspiring events from the battlefield and beyond.
Cost of Glory
Dramatic retellings of Plutarch’s biographies explore the lives and moral struggles of ancient leaders shaping Western civilization.
Outside the Secret Service Podcast
Former Secret Service agents share firsthand accounts of their experiences protecting national leaders and working within the elite agency.
Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex Ferrari
Explores spirituality, consciousness, and life’s big questions through interviews with teachers, authors, and visionaries.
The History of WWII Podcast
A detailed narrative exploration of World War II, covering its events, battles, and key figures.
At The Mic With Keith Malinak
Discussions on controversial opinions, hidden history, conspiracies, and mysteries with a rotating weekly format.
Titanic: Ship of Dreams
Dramatic, immersive retellings of history’s most pivotal events through expert interviews and eyewitness accounts.
The WW2 Podcast
A military history podcast exploring various aspects of World War II as it moves beyond living memory.
Astonishing Legends
Explores unexplained mysteries and paranormal phenomena through investigations and interviews with experts.
The History of the Twentieth Century
A chronological exploration of the 20th century covering politics, war, science, art, music, religion, and popular culture.
The History of England
A chronological history of England from the end of Roman rule, covering major events and daily life.
Stories of Special Forces Operators
Hear firsthand accounts from elite special forces operatives about their missions, challenges, and lives in the shadows.
The Days of Noah
Examines biblical and historical claims about fallen angels, giants, and supernatural forces in relation to end-times prophecy and spiritual conflict.
the memory palace
Nate DiMeo
Know Your Gear Podcast
A no-nonsense guide to guitars, amps, pedals, and the music industry from a seasoned insider.
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.
Southern Gothic
Explores the haunted history and paranormal legends of the American South through immersive storytelling and historical research.
The MJCast - A Michael Jackson Podcast
The MJCast
History of the Second World War
A weekly chronological history of World War II, from its origins through the war years and postwar aftermath.
UnJustified
A former FBI official and a podcast host examine threats to civil liberties and justice under Trump’s Department of Justice.
Historic Royal Palaces Podcast
Explores the history and hidden stories of six iconic royal palaces through expert insights and diverse narratives.
The History of Byzantium
Chronicles the history of the Eastern Roman Empire from 476 to 1453, covering its political, military, and religious evolution.
SPILLED.
Two sisters uncover scandalous historical gossip with humor and light education, turning centuries-old secrets into entertaining stories.
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.
Omnibus
A weekly exploration of strange-but-true stories compiled into an encyclopedic time capsule by Ken Jennings and John Roderick.
Vulgar History: Regency Era
A feminist comedy podcast exploring women's overlooked roles in the Tudor era.
My Victorian Nightmare
True crime and macabre tales from the Victorian era, featuring mysterious deaths and dark historical events.
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.
The Epstein Files
An AI-driven investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case, analyzing millions of documents to uncover hidden connections and patterns.
The Civil War & Reconstruction
A chronological narrative of the American Civil War and Reconstruction era told by hosts Rich and Tracy.
13 Minutes Presents: Artemis II
A deep dive into NASA’s Artemis II mission, following four astronauts on their historic journey around the Moon.
Ongoing History of New Music
Explores the evolution of alternative rock, hip hop, and other modern music genres through artist profiles and thematic stories.
Our Fake History
Explores the blurred line between historical events and the myths surrounding them.
A History of the World in 100 Objects
A director of the British Museum explores human history through 100 artifacts.
Bad Women: The Blackout Ripper
Uncovers the lives of women murdered by the Blackout Ripper in 1942 London and why their stories were forgotten.
Breaking History
Historians and reporters analyze current events through the lens of past political and social upheavals.
Business History
Explores the surprising history of businesses and inventions, from iconic brands to pivotal moments in commerce.
Combat Story
Veterans share unfiltered stories of combat, detailing their paths to service, pivotal moments in battle, and the lasting impact of war.
CONFLICTED
Two former insiders—one a spy, one a filmmaker—analyze Middle East conflicts, extremism, and global impacts through personal experience.
Crimes of the Centuries
A journalist examines historically significant criminal cases that shocked society and left lasting impacts.
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.