Best 18thcentury Podcasts (2024)

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47. The Museum of the Wood Age (ft. Max Adams) 1:09:35

1+ y ago1:09:35

1:09:35

In this episode, we talk to Max Adams about his new book, The Museum of the Wood Age. We discuss the relationship and history between humanity and wood, from the invention and use of the wheel, to the mysterious prehistoric monument of Seahenge on the Norfolk coast, and much more. Thanks so much to Max for coming back on the show! Find his new book…

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46. History's Most Special: Ludendorff and Hindenburg 1:00:22

2+ y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

In the first episode of 2022, we discuss some of the topics seen in Alex's new book Hindenburg, Ludendorff & Hitler, including Erich Ludendorff's post-war writings and memoirs, which allow for a glimpse into his mental state following the harrowing defeat of World War I. As well, we examine Paul von Hindenburg's close relationship with Hitler and t…

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45. History's Most Holiday Special: Islands and Micronations (ft. Freddy Clifford) 1:42:21

2+ y ago1:42:21

1:42:21

We're back! In this episode, we are joined by Alex's brother Freddy to have a discussion about the history of some of the most isolated, sparsely populated, and unique places on the planet. From the world's most remote island in the South Atlantic, to an island in the South Pacific inhabited by direct descendants of the Mutiny on the Bounty, to a b…

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44. History's Most Mysterious Religion (ft. Matthew McCarty) 1:12:41

3y ago1:12:41

1:12:41

In this episode, we are joined by author, historian, and archaeologist, Dr. Matthew McCarty, for a discussion about one of the most enigmatic religions ever: Mithraism. A religion in stark contrast to the other contemporaries, Mithraism was often practiced in small, dark temples as opposed wide open spaces, and generally, each temple had a relative…

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43. History's Most Misunderstood Defeat (ft. Chris Millington) 1:11:03

3y ago1:11:03

1:11:03

In this episode, we are joined by historian, professor, and author of the book France in the Second World War, Chris Millington. With him, we take a deep, reevaluating look at the 1940 fall of France, questioning the popular narrative of French cowardice, lack of preparation, and inferior military capability as being the reasons for their defeat. F…

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Announcement: New Video Series 2:34

3y ago2:34

2:34

Hi everyone! We're starting a new video series over on our YouTube channel about Britain's 1931 crisis called The Crisis. In it, we'll be looking at the key figures involved, the decisions they made, and the events as they happened, week by week, and sometimes day by day. And don't worry: this Podcast will be continuing alongside the video series! …

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42. History's Most Underrated Government (ft. Stuart Ball) 2:44:11

3y ago2:44:11

2:44:11

In this episode, we continue our in-depth discussion with Stuart Ball on Britain in the 1930s, particularly focusing on the actions of the National Government, which we discussed the formation of in the last episode. From the economic and social reforms they passed, to their rearmament programs, to the outbreak of war, and much more, we take a look…

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41. History's Most Controversial Crisis (ft. Stuart Ball) 2:22:25

3y ago2:22:25

2:22:25

In this episode, we are joined by Stuart Ball, Emeritus Professor of Modern History at Leicester University, for a discussion about Britain's 1931 budget crisis, and the formation of the National Government. We take a look at the political situation in Britain in the years before, the people involved in the crisis, the critical moments during it, a…

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40. History's Most Forgotten Foreign Intervention (ft. Wesley Livesay from History of the Second World War) 1:21:52

3y ago1:21:52

1:21:52

In this episode, we are joined by fellow podcaster Wesley Livesay of History of the Great War and History of the Second World War to discuss one of the most intriguing, historically important, yet oft-forgotten pieces of interwar history: Allied intervention during the Russian Civil War. With his help, we take a look at the reasons why the Allied p…

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39. History's Most Puzzling Century, Pt. 3 (ft. Nick Higham) 1:26:51

3y ago1:26:51

1:26:51

In this episode, we are joined by Professor and Author Nicholas Higham to continue our discussion about Britain's 5th century. We begin to dive into the legend of Arthur, his historicity and how legendary figures can be distorted into factual, historical ones as time passes, even into the 20th century. As well as that, we take a look into Gildas's …

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38. History's Most Puzzling Century, Pt. 2 (ft. Susan Oosthuizen) 1:30:16

3y ago1:30:16

1:30:16

In this episode, we continue our discussion of 5th Century Britain. This time, we are joined by Emeritus Professor of Medieval Archaeology at Cambridge, and author of The Emergence of the English, Susan Oosthuizen. With her help, we continue to dive down the rabbit-hole of Britain's so-called "Dark Ages", to hear her opinions on change vs. continui…

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37. History's Most Puzzling Century, Pt. 1 (ft. Max Adams) 2:02:43

3y ago2:02:43

2:02:43

In this episode, we are joined by archaeologist, historian, and author Max Adams to discuss one of the most fascinating and mysterious periods of time: the 5th Century in Britain. With very little contemporary sources, the dark ages are a widely debated era, where fact is very hard to separate from myth. But over the next few episodes, we will be t…

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36. History's Most Brazen Assassination (ft. Alan McPherson) 1:32:09

3y ago1:32:09

1:32:09

In this episode, we are joined by Professor Alan McPherson to discuss the assassination of Orlando Letelier: the topic of his book Ghosts of Sheridan Circle: How a Washington Assassination Brought Pinochet's Terror State to Justice. In September 1976, former Chilean ambassador and human rights advocate Orlando Letelier was killed in a car bombing o…

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35. History's Worst Civil War (ft. Chris from The History of China) 1:20:50

3+ y ago1:20:50

1:20:50

In this episode, we are joined by fellow podcaster Chris Stewart of The History of China to discuss one of the bloodiest wars in all of human history: the Taiping Rebellion. We take a look at a timeline of the conflict, from the formation of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom by its leader, Hong Xiuquan (a man who believed himself to be Jesus's brother),…

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34. History's Most: Ludendorff Revisited (ft. Jay Lockenour) 1:35:29

3+ y ago1:35:29

1:35:29

Today, we are joined by Professor, Historian, and Author Jay Lockenour to discuss a man we talked about all the way back in Episode 1 of History's Most: Erich Ludendorff. We discuss his post-war life, including his mental breakdown (and whether it should be considered relevant), close association (and then disassociation) with the Nazis, the creati…

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Announcement: Intelligent Speech Conference on the 24th of April 3:25

3+ y ago3:25

3:25

We'd like to invite all History's Most listeners to the Spring 2021 Intelligent Speech Conference on the 24th of April at 10 AM EST/3 PM BST! Hear Alex and many other fantastic content creators talk about fascinating stories from history, all revolving around the theme of 'escape'. Early bird ticket prices are $20 until March 24th, and you can get …

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33. History's Most Conflicted Culture (ft. Jack Arscott) 1:32:00

3+ y ago1:32:00

1:32:00

In this episode, we are joined by Jack Arscott, PhD student at the Institute of Modern Languages Research in London, to discuss Weimar journalism, literary culture, patriotism, and many other topics that made up part of Weimar Germany's culture at large. From the story of Die Weltbühne, a magazine which published several stories about German rearma…

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Ep. 33: Hamilton: Six Years Later 1:10:06

3+ y ago1:10:06

1:10:06

In this episode, Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers reflect back on the reception, impact, and legacy of Hamilton: The Musical.

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32. History's Most Dangerous Conspiracy Theory (ft. George Vascik) 1:33:23

3+ y ago1:33:23

1:33:23

Today, we're joined by Professor and Author George Vascik to discuss the infamous stab-in-the-back myth, a conspiracy theory born out of the loss of World War I, and one that would become entrenched in many aspects of Weimar Germany's culture and politics. From its quick spread in the early days of the Republic, to its impact on the rise of the Naz…

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31. History's Most Interesting Impostors (ft. William B. Taylor) 1:29:41

3+ y ago1:29:41

1:29:41

In today's episode, we are joined by historian and author William B. Taylor to discuss the story behind his new book, Fugitive Freedom: The Improbable Lives of Two Impostors in Late Colonial Mexico. We take a look at the lives of Joseph Aguayo and Juan Atondo, two men who had impersonated priests during the late Mexican Inquisition, their reasons f…

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30. History's Most Precarious Democracy, Pt. 4 2:00:32

3+ y ago2:00:32

2:00:32

In this episode, we conclude our 4-part discussion of Weimar Germany. We take a look at the Great Depression and its effects on Germany, the resumption of political violence and how it came about, the German elections of 1932, and how the decisions made in the final years of the Republic eventually led to its downfall. Our Patreon: https://www.patr…

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Ep. 32: Insurrections in Early America 1:06:13

3+ y ago1:06:13

1:06:13

Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers discuss the history of insurrections and rebellion in the decades after independence, including the Newburgh Conspiracy, Shays's Rebellion, the Whiskey Rebellion, and more.

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29. History's Most Precarious Democracy, Pt. 3 1:31:36

3+ y ago1:31:36

1:31:36

In our first episode of 2021, we continue our exploration of interwar Germany by taking a look at the so-called "Golden Age" of the Weimar Republic. A time of stability only in comparison to the proceeding (and following) years, we take a look at the German economy, and how it recovered from hyperinflation, the way negotiations with the allies impa…

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Ep. 31: Holidays in Early America 41:30

3+ y ago41:30

41:30

Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers discuss the origins and development of holidays in early America including Christmas, thanksgivings, Pope's Day, and the Fourth of July.

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28. History's Most Successful Mutiny (ft. Robert Gerwarth) 1:17:23

3+ y ago1:17:23

1:17:23

In this episode, we are joined by historian and author Robert Gerwarth to discuss the Kiel Mutiny and the German Revolution of 1918. From the long-term causes of the revolution, to the mutiny itself, the revolution that followed, and more, we take a deep look at this complex and still controversial event in history. Thanks so much to Robert for joi…

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27. History's Most Precarious Democracy, Pt. 2 1:29:47

3+ y ago1:29:47

1:29:47

In the second part of our series on Weimar Germany, we move forward to the early 1920s, a time rife with political assassinations, continued political instability, and economic hardships. We discuss the rise and the actions of Organization Consul, the murder of Walther Rathenau and its aftermath, the occupation of the Ruhr, the period of Germany's …

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Ep. 30: The Electoral College in Early America 1:04:01

3+ y ago1:04:01

1:04:01

Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers explore the origins of the Electoral College and its early development prior to the Civil War, including the debates at the Constitutional Convention and during ratification, its implementation in the first few presidential elections, and how it changed during the first half of the nineteenth century.…

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26. History's Most Precarious Democracy 1:38:54

3+ y ago1:38:54

1:38:54

In the first episode of this series on interwar Germany, we discuss the first perilous years of the Weimar Republic. From the last days of World War I and the outbreak of revolution in Germany, the abdication of the Kaiser, the signing of the Treaty of Versailles and more, we take a look at the early days of History's Most Precarious Democracy, Wei…

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25. History's Most Special: Perfidious Albion in the Spanish Civil War (ft. Scott Ramsay and Stephen Rainbird) 1:24:58

4y ago1:24:58

1:24:58

Today, we are joined by Scott Ramsay and Stephen Rainbird, PhD students at University of Leeds, who are researching Anglo-Iberian relations, to discuss Britain's role in the Spanish Civil War. We take an in depth look at British foreign policy during the Civil War and its aftermath and ask: Was Perfidious Albion responsible for Franco's victory and…

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Ep. 29: The Supreme Court in Early America 1:24:12

4y ago1:24:12

1:24:12

Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, Roy Rogers, and Mark Boonshoft discuss the origins and early development of the Supreme Court. Topics include the Court's colonial antecedents, debates during the Constitutional Convention and ratification, and the significance of the Jay and Marshall courts and their most important decisions.…

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24. History's Most Corrupt Political Class (ft. Paul Preston) 1:04:30

4y ago1:04:30

1:04:30

In this special, anniversary episode of History's Most, we are joined by author, historian, and Hispanist, Sir Paul Preston to discuss the political history of Spain, particularly the corruption and political incompetence that plagued Spanish politics during the late 19th century, and throughout the 20th century. From the Turno Pacifico, Primo de R…

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23. History's Most Forgotten Fighters (ft. Séan Scullion) 1:45:09

4y ago1:45:09

1:45:09

In this episode, we are joined by Hispanist Séan Scullion to discuss the fascinating story of Spaniards who fought in the British Army during World War II. Following the Spanish Civil War, many Republicans fled Spain and began serving in the French military. Following the fall of France, those same Republicans ended up in the British Army. Join us …

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Ep. 28: Political Parties in Early America 1:14:24

4y ago1:14:24

1:14:24

With the 2020 U.S. presidential election approaching, Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, Roy Rogers, and guest panelist Lindsay Chervinsky discuss the origins of political parties and political organization in early American history, from the colonial period through the early nineteenth century. Topics include factions in colonial politics, political organi…

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22. History's Most Unlikely Warriors (ft. Richard Baxell) 1:47:28

4y ago1:47:28

1:47:28

In today's episode, we are joined by author of the book Unlikely Warriors, and research fellow at the London School of Economics, Richard Baxell, to discuss the International Brigades in the Spanish Civil War. From how the Brigades were formed, to why and how people flocked to Spain, the battles they fought, and the people who served in them, we go…

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Ep. 27: Sport in Early American History 1:12:26

4y ago1:12:26

1:12:26

In this episode, Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers discuss sport history in early America from pre-contact to the Civil War, including horse racing and gambling, boxing, and baseball.

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21. History's Most Varied Career (ft. Dr. Guy Perry) 58:34

4y ago58:34

58:34

In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Guy Perry to discuss the unique story of John of Brienne. From being a nobleman in France, to becoming the King of Jerusalem, leading a Crusade, to eventually becoming the Emperor of Constantinople, John of Brienne's life was full of surprises, and he can definitely lay claim to having History's Most Varied …

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Announcement: Free Virtual Book Launch 27th August 2:21

4y ago2:21

2:21

We'd like to invite History's Most listeners to the virtual launch of Alex's new book, Fighting for Spain! To sign up, send an email to fightingforspain@gmail.com to book your place for free. Thursday, 27th of August at 7:30 PM BSTBy Alexander Clifford and Peter Daisley

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20. History's Worst Colonial War (ft. Mark from Record of Arms) 1:22:02

4y ago1:22:02

1:22:02

In this episode, we are joined by Mark Seven of the Record of Arms Podcast to talk about one of the most important events in the history of both Spain and Morocco: The Rif War. We take a look at Spain's presence in North Africa before the war, the reasons it happened, the sheer brutality of the conflict itself and the impact it had on the people fi…

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Ep. 26: Political Violence in Early America, Part II 1:21:23

4y ago1:21:23

1:21:23

In the second of a two-part discussion, Ken Owen, Michael Hattem, and Roy Rogers discuss the development of political violence in early America, from the American Revolution to the Civil War, including the rebellions of the 1790s, uprisings of enslaved persons, Native American removal, anti-abolitionist violence, urban riots, Harper's Ferry, and mo…

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19. History's Most Complicated Man (ft. Martyn Bennett) 1:31:55

4y ago1:31:55

1:31:55

In this episode, we return to Oliver Cromwell to discuss what we weren't able to in Episode 17: Cromwell's politics, and his tenure as Lord Protector. Taking us through his complex life and political career is Martyn Bennett, Professor at Nottingham Trent University, and author of the book Cromwell at War. With him, we take a look at what makes Cro…

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18. History's Worst Stalemate (ft. Fredrick Clifford) 1:50:16

4y ago1:50:16

1:50:16

In today's episode, Alex's brother joins us to discuss History's Worst Stalemate: the Isonzo Front of 1915-1918. We take a look at all 12 battles of the front, discussing the tactics, the equipment used, and the sheer incompetency of the leadership that brought them to 12 battles to begin with. Alex's interview on the WW2 podcast: http://ww2podcast…

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17. History's Most Underrated General 1:37:07

4y ago1:37:07

1:37:07

In this episode, we discuss the military career of one of the most important, controversial, and divisive figures in British history: Oliver Cromwell. From his early days as a landowner and as a member of Parliament, to raising some of the best cavalry troops ever seen and ultimately creating the New Model Army, we take an in-depth look at the man,…

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