The best podcasts for History Deep Dives
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Judge (for over 20 years), Constituitonal Law Professor, Podcast Host (Patriot Lessons: American History & Civics Podcast), former Member of the State Board of Education, Author (America's Survival Guide, How to Stop America's Impending Suicide by Reclaiming Our First Principles, www.AmericasSurvivalGuide.com) and History co-founder of Patriot Week Foundation (www.PatriotWeek.org). Patriot Week began in 2009 when my then 10 year old daughter Leah pounded on the table and demanded a new celebration for America. This nonpartisan, nonprofit effort has been unanimously recognized by the US Senate for 5 consecutive years (co-sponsored by Democrat Senator Gary Peters and Republican Senator John Kennedy). Patriot Week renews America’s spirit by deepening the appreciation of the First Principles, Founding Fathers and other Patriots, vital documents and speeches, and flags that make America the greatest nation in world history. Many of our current holidays have become overly commercialized or have lost their deeper meaning. We need to invigorate our appreciation and understanding of America’s spirit. Anchored by the key dates of September 11 (the anniversary of the terrorists attacks) and September 17 (Constitution Day, the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution by our Founding Fathers), the Schedule for each day has a separate focus. Patriot Week has captured the imagination and support of citizens across the nation. Over 15 states have recognized Patriot Week with official gubernatorial and legislative proclamations and resolutions. Scores of K-12 schools (public, charter, private and home), universities, law schools, student groups, community organizations (Rotaries, Kiwanis, senior centers, religious, and others), cities, counties, courts, law firms, businesses, senior living communities, libraries, hospitals, historical groups, private homes, public officials, and others engage in a wide range of grassroots activities (including panel discussions, speakers, lesson plans, festivals, parades, picnics, commemorations, etc.). The grassroots effort is renewing the spirit of America, one person at a time, and is spreading throughout the nation. Participation has occurred in several states, with more to come! America's Survival Guide, How to Stop America's Impending Suicide by Reclaiming Our First Principles and History America's Survival Guide explains: * The challenges we face by surveying the overwhelming evidence of our ignorance and disdain of American history and First Principles as it affects: our K-12 system, higher education, the general public, media, and political class. * How the First Principles formed the philosophical basis of the Founding Fathers, including George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton , John Jay, Thomas Paine, Patrick Henry, Benjamin Franklin, John Dickinson, James Wilson, Joseph Warren, and Benjamin Rush. And how John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, and Montesquieu contributed to the understanding of the Founding Fathers. * How the First Principles were the underlying cause of the American Revolution and became the foundation for our Federal Constitution. * How the First Principles formed the basis of the struggle for racial and gender equality, including the efforts of Frederick Douglass, Abraham Lincoln, Reconstruction and the Radical Republican Congress, Martin Luther King,Jr., Abigail Adams, Sarah Grimke, Susan B. Anthony , and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Specific recommendations to combat the threat, including education, legal, media, holiday, nonprofit, and political reform. These innovative approaches include adopting an American Freedom Curriculum, reforming teacher preparation institutions, revising the bar exam, reorientating the media, and changing the political discourse. Together, the sections of America’s Survival Guide provide what we need to stop us from drinking our collective hemlock. History has captivated me since middle school. Fact is much stranger than fiction, and by learning history we can attempt to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past and improve society. History shows us where we have been, and where we can go (both good and bad). A people that does not know its history is lost, and America is definitely in danger of committing suicide because we don't understand the foundations of freedoms and liberties, and how unique America truly is.
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What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?
The Patriot Lessons: American History & Civics Podcast explores American History, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, & American holidays. Gain insights about our Founding First Principles (the rule of law, unalienable rights, the Social Compact, equality, limited government, and revolution); Founding Fathers (such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams) and other great patriots (such as Martin Luther King Jr, Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton); key documents and speeches; and flags and other symbols of America. Nonpartisan podcast of Patriot Week hosted by Judge Michael Warren, and co-hosted by Mike Gerard & Bombastic Brent Bassett. We have explored every word of the Declaration of Independence and are doing a line-by-line analysis of the Constitution.
What is my podcast playlist about?
Due to my love of history, I have taken great care to cull through various history focused podcasts.
1. Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Why this podcast?
Amazingly in-depth exploration of key topics of world history. Fantastic deliver, detail, and sourcing. Tremendously engaging for deep-dives. A true master!
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Dan Carlin
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In "Hardcore History" journalist and broadcaster Dan Carlin takes his "Martian", unorthodox way of thinking and applies it to the past. Was Alexander the Great as bad a person as Adolf Hitler? What would Apaches with modern weapons be like? Will our modern civilization ever fall like civilizations from past eras? This isn't academic history (and Carlin isn't a historian) but the podcast's unique blend of high drama, masterful narration and Twilight Zone-style twists has entertained millions of listeners.
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How many episodes does Dan Carlin's Hardcore History have?
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History currently has 17 episodes available.
What topics does Dan Carlin's Hardcore History cover?
The podcast is about Classics, History, Archaeology, Podcasts, Ancient, War and Military.
What is the average episode length on Dan Carlin's Hardcore History?
The average episode length on Dan Carlin's Hardcore History is 286 minutes.
How often are episodes of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History released?
Episodes of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History are typically released every 201 days.
When was the first episode of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History?
The first episode of Dan Carlin's Hardcore History was released on Oct 28, 2015.
2. Revolutions
Why this podcast?
Deep dives of various world revolutions. He spans the globe and history to address in great detail many pivotal revolutions, some of which you may little or no exposure to in the past. Top notch research and delivery. Engaging!
Revolutions
Mike Duncan
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Season 12 premieres October 20, 2024 – a nonfictional account of The Martian Revolution of 2247. Mike Duncan is taking everything he's learned from 12 seasons of historical revolutions - the repeating arcs, characters, ideas, events, and patterns which all revolutions seem to follow - and created a fictional history of the Martian Revolution of 2247. The series is written from the point of view of a historian working hundreds of years after the Martian Revolution and will be presented in the style and format of previous seasons of Revolutions. It will look, sound, and feel like a Mike Duncan history podcast...but will instead be a fictional narrative of a gripping science-fiction epic. Revolutions is a podcast that covers the great political revolutions that have defined the modern world. Each season is a long-form narrative covering a different defining revolutionary epoch across three hundred years of history. It explores in great detail the people, ideas, and events that challenged and toppled outdated regimes and replaced them with new governments. After more than 350 episodes over ten seasons of narrative nonfiction, the 12th season is a fictional account of the Martian Revolution of 2247.
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How many episodes does Revolutions have?
Revolutions currently has 384 episodes available.
What topics does Revolutions cover?
The podcast is about History, Revolution, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on Revolutions?
The average episode length on Revolutions is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of Revolutions released?
Episodes of Revolutions are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Revolutions?
The first episode of Revolutions was released on Sep 15, 2013.
3. The History of Rome
Why this podcast?
An exhaustive exploration of the origins, rise, and fall of the Roman Republic and Empire. Top notch deep dive.
The History of Rome
Mike Duncan
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A weekly podcast tracing the history of the Roman Empire, beginning with Aeneas's arrival in Italy and ending with the exile of Romulus Augustulus, last Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Now complete!
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How many episodes does The History of Rome have?
The History of Rome currently has 193 episodes available.
What topics does The History of Rome cover?
The podcast is about History, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on The History of Rome?
The average episode length on The History of Rome is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of The History of Rome released?
Episodes of The History of Rome are typically released every 6 days, 14 hours.
When was the first episode of The History of Rome?
The first episode of The History of Rome was released on Jul 28, 2007.
4. American Revolution Podcast
Why this podcast?
Mike Troy was a classmate of mine at the University of Michigan Law School and does us proud with a very detailed and engaging chronological exploration of the American Revolution.
American Revolution Podcast
Michael Troy
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American Revolution Podcast explores the events of the American Revolution, from beginning to end. It publishes weekly. Be sure to check out the related blog for access to pictures, maps, and links to more useful information on each week's episode. https://blog.amrevpodcast.com
5 Listeners
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How many episodes does American Revolution Podcast have?
American Revolution Podcast currently has 369 episodes available.
What topics does American Revolution Podcast cover?
The podcast is about History, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on American Revolution Podcast?
The average episode length on American Revolution Podcast is 32 minutes.
How often are episodes of American Revolution Podcast released?
Episodes of American Revolution Podcast are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of American Revolution Podcast?
The first episode of American Revolution Podcast was released on Jul 16, 2017.
5. History That Doesn't Suck
Why this podcast?
I've just started to listening this podcast, but true story telling with all kinds of sound effects, great historical research, and top notch delivery.
History That Doesn't Suck
Prof. Greg Jackson
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HTDS is a bi-weekly podcast, delivering a legit, seriously researched, hard-hitting survey of American history through entertaining stories. To keep up with History That Doesn’t Suck news, check us out htdspodcast.com or follow on Facebook and Instagram: @Historythatdoesntsuck; on Twitter/X: @HTDSpod. Become a premium member to support our work, receive ad-free episodes and bonus episodes.
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How many episodes does History That Doesn't Suck have?
History That Doesn't Suck currently has 216 episodes available.
What topics does History That Doesn't Suck cover?
The podcast is about History, Podcasts and Education.
What is the average episode length on History That Doesn't Suck?
The average episode length on History That Doesn't Suck is 59 minutes.
How often are episodes of History That Doesn't Suck released?
Episodes of History That Doesn't Suck are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of History That Doesn't Suck?
The first episode of History That Doesn't Suck was released on Sep 26, 2017.
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