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The Shadow of the Holocaust
Episode 292
In our second episode exploring the story of Rudolf Vrba, Jonathan Freedland joins Tom and Dominic again, to discuss the global reaction to the Vrba–…
3 years, 3 months ago
The Man Who Escaped Auschwitz
Episode 291
Tom and Dominic are joined by Jonathan Freedland to discuss the incredible story of Rudolf Vrba and Alfréd Wetzler, who escaped from Auschwitz in Apr…
3 years, 3 months ago
2022: A History
Episode 290
Join Tom and Dominic for the final episode of 2022 in which they discuss the historical importance of this year. What will historians of the future r…
3 years, 3 months ago
Drink
Episode 289
For a festive special, Tom and Dominic are joined by author and alcohol historian Henry Jeffreys to discuss some Christmassy tipples, from sherry to …
3 years, 3 months ago
Jesus Christ: The History (Part 2)
Episode 288
Join Tom and Dominic for the second of two episodes on 'Historical Jesus'. They discuss scepticism around his existence, the theories about resurrect…
3 years, 3 months ago
Jesus Christ: The Mystery (Part 1)
Episode 287
*The Rest Is History Live Tour April 2023*:
Tom and Dominic are going on tour in April 2023 and performing in London, Edinburgh, and Salford! Buy your…
3 years, 3 months ago
England: Beef and Liberty
Episode 286
England: Roast Beef and Liberty
While it has now been dethroned by the mighty Tikka Masala and the moreish fish and chips, Britain's most iconic dish…
3 years, 3 months ago
Canada: Beaver Wars
Episode 285
Canada: Beaver Wars
Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the illustrious history of the beaver. This story intertwines these small bundles of fur with…
3 years, 3 months ago
Denmark: The Great Escape
Episode 284
Denmark: The Great Escape
In today's episode, Tom and Dominic look at the story of how the vast majority of Denmark's Jewish population survived the S…
3 years, 3 months ago
Ecuador: Darwin's Adventure to the Galapagos
Episode 283
Ecuador: Darwin's Adventure to the Galapagos
Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss Charles Darwin's time in Ecuador, where his observation of Finches, …
3 years, 3 months ago