History Podcasts

Ranked by chart position, with free AI-powered daily summaries on every show.

Showing 101–200 of 1,221 podcasts

Sword and Scale

A true crime podcast that uses raw audio evidence to explore violent crimes and the criminal justice system’s response.

The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

A Catholic priest guides listeners through the entire Bible in a year, with daily commentary, reflection, and context on salvation history.

Deep Cover

Investigative stories about people leading double lives, uncovering deception, crime, and the truth behind hidden identities.

Think Twice: Michael Jackson

A journalist and an OnlyFans creator explore the blurred lines between fantasy, intimacy, and commerce on the adult platform.

Behind the Bastards

Explores the twisted lives and bizarre realities of history’s most notorious figures, from dictators to dangerous extremists.

Civics 101

Explains how U.S. government institutions and constitutional rights function in everyday life.

Letters from an American

Historical analysis of current political events through the lens of American history.

Talking Tudors

A podcast exploring topics and stories from Tudor history.

Astonishing Legends

Explores unexplained mysteries and paranormal phenomena through investigations and interviews with experts.

Gastropod

Explores the science and history behind food and farming, from ancient feasts to modern aquaculture and everything in between.

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.

Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast

Examines historical crimes and criminals through interviews with experts, covering figures like serial killers and gangsters with factual detail.

Mailin’ It! - The Official USPS Podcast

A behind-the-scenes look at the United States Postal Service, covering its history, operations, and future.

Casefile True Crime

Casefile Presents

The Fact Hunter

Investigates global conspiracies by gathering expert insights and evidence to help listeners form informed conclusions.

Version History

A weekly exploration of iconic, infamous, and forgotten tech products, examining their impact and legacy through debate and storytelling.

Know Your Gear Podcast

A weekly podcast answering 30 to 40 guitar-related questions with a mix of fun and practical insights.

The Lawfare Podcast

Discussions with experts on national security, law, and policy covering foreign policy, intelligence, cybersecurity, and governance.

The Supermassive Podcast

Astronomers explore space science, historical discoveries, and listener questions about the universe.

Stories of Special Forces Operators

Hear firsthand accounts from elite special forces operatives about their missions, challenges, and lives in the shadows.

The Epstein Files

An AI-driven investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case, analyzing millions of documents to uncover hidden connections and patterns.

At The Mic With Keith Malinak

A weekly podcast exploring unpopular opinions, classic moments, wildcards, deep dives, and weekend celebrations.

13 Minutes Presents: Artemis II

NASA’s Artemis II mission sends four astronauts on a lunar flyby, marking humanity’s farthest journey from Earth.

The Book Club

Explores the historical context and author backgrounds behind classic and contemporary books.

Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine

A medical historian and her comedian husband explore centuries of misguided, bizarre, and often gruesome medical practices.

Nightmares

A true-crime podcast delivering chilling stories for bedtime.

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.

Wartime Stories

Real wartime experiences blending horror, mystery, and unexplainable events from soldiers' lives.

Cost of Glory

Dramatic retellings of Plutarch’s biographies explore the lives and moral struggles of ancient leaders shaping Western civilization.

Radiolab

Explores complex questions through investigative journalism, blending science, history, and human stories with innovative sound design.

Big Ideas Lab

Inside Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, uncover breakthroughs in science and technology shaping the future.

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.

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.

To Catch a Thief: China’s Rise to Cyber Supremacy

A documentary podcast examining China's rise in cyber warfare and its impact on American infrastructure through firsthand accounts and expert analysis.

Against The Odds

Survival stories from extreme situations like cave rescues and pirate attacks, told through immersive firsthand accounts.

Maintenance Phase

Debunks the junk science behind health fads, wellness scams, and nonsensical nutrition advice.

Dolly Parton's America

A documentary podcast exploring Dolly Parton’s life, music, and cultural impact as a unifying symbol in America.

Expanded Perspectives

Explores ancient history, alternative theories, cryptozoology, UFOs, and paranormal mysteries through research and expert interviews.

Past Gas

A deep dive into the history and culture of classic cars, manufacturers, and iconic automotive rivalries.

National Park After Dark

Two friends explore the eerie and inspiring stories of America’s National Parks, blending mystery with a passion for conservation.

Revisionist History

Re-examines overlooked or misunderstood events, people, and ideas from the past to question conventional interpretations.

Takin' A Walk - Music History with Buzz Knight

Stories and interviews with iconic and indie musicians exploring their creative journeys and the history behind their music.

True Crime Garage

Two hosts analyze real crime cases weekly, blending detailed research with casual conversation over beer.

Jim Cornette Experience

Jim Cornette and a co-host analyze pro wrestling, politics, and personal rants in unfiltered, wide-ranging conversations.

Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

A collection of scary stories, paranormal encounters, and unsolved mysteries designed to thrill and unsettle listeners.

A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast

Discussions on U.S. national security and defense with military and national security professionals.

Adrift

A British family's dream voyage turns into a harrowing survival ordeal after their sailboat is capsized in the Pacific Ocean.

Ancient Aliens

Explores the theory that extraterrestrial beings have visited Earth throughout history, examining ancient evidence and modern sightings.

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.

Boom! Lawyered

A weekly breakdown of legal issues impacting reproductive, transgender, and racial justice.

Jocko Podcast

Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink and Echo Charles explore discipline and leadership in war, business, relationships, and daily life.

Outside the Secret Service Podcast

Former Secret Service agents share firsthand accounts of their experiences protecting national leaders and working within the elite agency.

HardLore

Musicians from the hardcore, punk, and metal scenes share personal stories and experiences from life on tour in candid interviews.

Strangely

Two journalists on opposite sides of the Atlantic explore bizarre true stories, from obscure oddities to conspiracy theories and true crime.

D-Day: The Tide Turns

Follows real individuals involved in the 1944 Normandy Landings through personal stories and historical detail.

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.

No Such Thing As A Fish

Four researchers share fascinating facts they've discovered each week.

Shield of the Republic

Analyzes U.S. national security and foreign policy beyond mainstream Washington thinking.

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.

Sergeant Major's Situation Report with John Gillette

A retired Army Command Sergeant Major discusses rural Arizona's security, policy, and community issues with military and law enforcement insight.

Stubborn Things

Political analysts examine American politics through evidence and historical context, prioritizing facts over ideology.

Dissed

Two attorneys explore the power and legacy of Supreme Court dissents, unpacking their legal significance and historical impact.

Stepchange

Ben Shwab Eidelson and Anay Shah

The Conspiracy Tapes

Examines the false claims of John Todd, a self-proclaimed former witch whose conspiracy theories influenced religious extremism and political violence.

Right Answers Mostly

Two hosts discuss dramatic stories from history and pop culture with a cocktail in hand.

The History of the Americans

A chronological exploration of the history of people living in the United States, starting from the earliest times.

GraveYard Tales

Explores haunted places, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities with a comedic twist.

On the Media

Analyzes media narratives, misinformation, and bias to help listeners understand how news is shaped and reported.

Understanding Congress

Explores the inner workings, history, and role of Congress in American government through expert discussions.

ABOTA Speaks

Conversations with historians, legal experts, and trial lawyers explore justice, the rule of law, and advocacy.

Bad Women: The Blackout Ripper

Uncovers the lives of women murdered by the Blackout Ripper in 1942 London and why their stories were forgotten.

Floodlines

Survivors recount the trauma and aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, exposing systemic failures and personal resilience.

This Guy Sucked

Historian Dr. Claire Aubin and guest experts critique infamous and overlooked historical figures each week.

SOFREP Radio

Military news and discussions with former special operations personnel.

The Context

A deep dive into the historical and cultural forces shaping contemporary China and its people.

The Preamble

Sharon McMahon and guests explore pressing issues and ideas shaping the future with clarity and thoughtful analysis.

My Victorian Nightmare

Explores eerie and macabre true stories from the Victorian era, blending history, crime, and cultural fascination with death.

Monsters Among Us

Firsthand audio accounts of paranormal encounters with ghosts, UFOs, cryptids, and supernatural phenomena.

Literature and History

A chronological exploration of world literature and its cultural history, from ancient Sumerian texts to early Islamic civilization.

Constant Wonder

Explores moments of awe and wonder found in science, art, history, and the natural world.

Heaven Bent

A deep dive into modern prophecy, exploring supernatural claims and spiritual practices within today’s prophetic movement.

The Gilded Gentleman

Examines daily life, customs, and class dynamics in the Gilded Age, Belle Époque, and Victorian and Edwardian societies.

Antiques Roadshow Detours

Tracks the post-appraisal histories of antiques featured on ANTIQUES ROADSHOW, exploring what happens to them after the cameras leave.

Hoax!

Explores famous historical hoaxes to understand why people believe falsehoods and how to think more critically about information.

The Big Dig

An examination of Boston's Big Dig, its troubled history, and what it reveals about American infrastructure challenges.

SPILLED.

Two sisters uncover scandalous historical gossip with humor and light education, turning centuries-old secrets into entertaining stories.

Next Level Soul Podcast with Alex Ferrari

Explores spirituality, consciousness, and life’s big questions through interviews with teachers, authors, and visionaries.

History’s Greatest Dishes

Explores the origins and stories behind history’s most iconic foods with culinary experts.

Business History

Explores the surprising history of businesses and inventions, from iconic brands to pivotal moments in commerce.

Business Wars

Examines high-stakes rivalries between major corporations and the strategic decisions behind their successes and failures.

Hungry for History with Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón

Eva Longoria and Maite Gomez-Rejón explore the cultural and historical roots of foods and drinks through stories, interviews, and recipes.

In Our Time: History

Explores historical themes, events, and key figures from Akhenaten to Xenophon.

Juicy Crimes with Heather McDonald

A comedian examines sensational true crime cases with guests, focusing on absurdity, celebrity scandals, and cultural obsession.

Swindled

Explores white-collar crime and corporate misconduct through immersive storytelling and archival audio.

Lights Out Library: Sleep Documentaries

Soothing narrative documentaries on science, history, mythology, and art designed to help listeners relax and fall asleep.