Podcast Episodes

Countdown to Surrender: The last days of World War Two

In this captivating episode of Explaining History, we delve into the profound historical moments leading to the end of World War II with our special guest, acclaimed writer and historian, Evan Thomas…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Post War British Society 1945-1990

In this episode, we delve deep into the dynamic period in British history spanning 1945 to 1990. Our exploration is based on "The People's Peace" by esteemed historian Kenneth O. Morgan, who masterfu…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

War reporting in the USSR: 1941-45

In this thought-provoking episode of the Explaining History Podcast, historian we delve into the captivating world of war reporting during Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Unio…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Scholar, Spy, Eyewitness: Winthrop Bell (Explaining History in Conversation with Jason Bell)

In today's podcast I chat with Jason Bell about his book Cracking the Nazi Code, the story of Winthrop Bell, a Canadian academic and MI6 agent who witnessed the rise of Nazism first hand.

Explaining …

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Anglo American Liberalism and the Mandate System 1918-1919

Join historian us on a journey into the intricate world of international politics during the aftermath of World War I in the latest episode of the Explaining History Podcast. In this episode, titled …

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Mussolini's Mausoleum - 1957

Welcome to a captivating episode of the Explaining History Podcast, we take an insightful journey into the legacy of Mussolini's historical memory in Italy. In this episode, titled "Mussolini's Mauso…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Thatcherism's Contradictions 1975-2023

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In the latest instalment of the Explaining History Podcast, join us as we delve into the multifaceted nature of Thatcherism, a political ideology that has left an indelible mark o…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Paris 1870 siege and revolution - In conversation with David Lawday

In this episode of Explaining History, we are delighted to welcome renowned author and dedicated Francophile, David Lawday. With his extensive knowledge and passion for French history, David delves i…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

Agent Twister - The life and faked death of John Stonehouse

This week, we have an intriguing episode as we converse with acclaimed author Philip Augur, who brings to life the tale of John Stonehouse, the controversial Labour MP.

We explore the remarkable and …

Published on 2 years, 6 months ago

The SAS and World War Two: In conversation with Damien Lewis

Join us on an enthralling journey into the annals of history as we delve into the extraordinary exploits of the Special Air Service (SAS) during World War Two. In this captivating episode of Explaini…

Published on 2 years, 6 months ago