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Follow Craig Baird as he explores the good, the bad and the weird of Canada's history from the pre-colonial era to 25 years ago. Whatever you want to know about Canadian history, this is your one-stop shop.
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15-Minute History

15-Minute History Podcast

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Walking in the footsteps of history, fifteen minutes at a time. Join us for a 15-minute episode covering a person, place, or event in history, and stay for an extended discussion. New episodes and discussions every week.
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Reflecting History

Reflecting History

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Reflecting History is an educational history podcast that explores significant historical events and themes without losing track of the ordinary people involved. Covering a wide variety of topics, it explores the connection between history, psychology, and philosophy.
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Echoes of Humanity takes you on a profound journey through the tragic events of the Holocaust, exploring the history, the heroes, and the heartbreaking stories that forever changed the world. Through expert interviews, survivor testimonies, and deep historical analysis, this podcast brings the lessons of the Holocaust to light and ensures that the voices of those lost are never forgotten. Each episode offers valuable insights into the atrocities of the past and their ongoing impact on human ...
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Kennedy Dynasty

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The Kennedy podcast you’ve been looking for. Dive into discussions on the Kennedy’s family dynamic, appeal, call to public service, many notable accomplishments and much more with Alyson on the Kennedy Dynasty podcast.
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History Podcast

Jason Watts

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HistoryPodcast is a show simply devoted to history. Anything and everything related to history will be covered. If you have a passion for history this is the podcast for you.
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Talkin' about the paranormal, the occult, and weird and forgotten history. Deep dive into stories about ghosts, ouija boards, cemeteries, obscure and bizarre stories from New York City, urban legends, paranormal investigations, and more!
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Collision Podcast with Sharon Fitzgerald | Los Angeles | Watch my podcasts on YouTube @Sharonfitzgerald New Episodes for 2025! CP12: Top 5 Places to Visit: Salisbury, England CP11: Brass Rubbing at St. Martin in-the-Field London CP 10: 75th Anniversary of D-Day - Live from Omaha Beach. Join Sharon as she treks through the WW2 Normandy Beaches and battlegrounds and interviews local historians. CP 3-9: Game of Thrones Edition with Anthony Flores. Join them as they go down the rabbit hole and d ...
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Unboxing History

Unboxing History | History Expert Jodi Wright-Gidley & Galveston Author Christine Hopkins

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Explore the past with Unboxing History as we take you on a journey into the captivating Galveston County Historical Museum collection. Uncover the hidden stories behind artifacts, delve into the intricacies of local history, and discover the treasures that connect us to bygone eras. Join us for a unique and insightful exploration of our heritage, one unboxing at a time. Hosted by local author and Galveston expert Christine Hopkins and Museum Director Jodi Wright-Gidley, "Unboxing History" wi ...
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This Week in Free Speech is your weekly deep dive into the most cutting-edge global developments affecting the most important of human rights: freedom of expression. Each week your host Jacob Mchangama invites a guest with particular relevance or expertise to discuss a hot topic with global relevance for free speech, whether online or offline. Jacob Mchangama is the executive director of the Future of Free Speech Project, research professor at Vanderbilt University author of the critically a ...
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The Unusual History of Every Thing

Melanie Dellas and Karen Lacy

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The Unusual History of Every Thing is a podcast for lovers of the weird history of common things in our world. Join cultural object preservationists Melanie Dellas and Karen Lacy as they uncover the unusual histories of every thing around us.
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Echoes of India is the story of India like you've never heard it before. Host Anirudh Kanisetti takes you on a journey through its wonders, from the Greek art of Afghanistan to the thriving ports of Tamil Nadu. Along the way, monks debate, queens boast, and armies roar. From philosophy to politics to economics, the past comes back to life - noisy, breathing, as thriving as the Indian subcontinent is today.
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In each episode of In The Past Lane, the history podcast, we take up topics in American history and explore them through feature pieces, interviews, book and film reviews, and more. Our guiding philosophy is that history is not just about the past - it's about our world, here and now. History explains why things are the way they are, everything from our economy, religious practices, and foreign policy, to political ideology, family structure, and rates of poverty. Our aim is to be both infor ...
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These American stories are not in your standard history book. History tends to be reduced to key moments and celebrated names, and what’s often overlooked are the stories of the ordinary people, both past and present, who have lived through journeys of immigration and migration...the people who have shaped what it means to be and to become American. How To Be American is a podcast by the Tenement Museum where from New York’s Lower East Side, we explore the history of immigration and migratio ...
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Step into the epic world of ancient history with The Story Engine History Podcast , a historical fiction podcast that brings the power struggles, betrayals, and legendary battles of Carthage and Rome to life. From the rise of the Roman empire to the brutal Punic Wars and the ultimate triumph and demise of Rome, this immersive storytelling experience blends meticulously researched history with gripping narrative drama. Each episode transports you to a time of war elephants, cunning generals l ...
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team brings you a new segment, just for kids, called Sketches in History, where history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she travels aboard a ship with a mission. Sailors are working frantica…
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When the SS Noronic docked at Pier 9 in Toronto Harbour on Sept. 16, 1949, no one expected by the next day that 118 people would be dead and the ship would be a charred husk. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/craigu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donate: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠c…
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It’s raining. The men in the group are drenched and have been so almost all day. Nobles in their finest attire stand ankle-deep in mud, their expressions a mixture of triumph and apprehension. Before them, a thin, gray-faced king looks at the document. His jaw clenches. "You would strip me of my God-given rights?" the king yells, his voice thick wi…
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In part two of this pop quiz series, Joe and I discuss the New Deal's long-term legacy and the controversial idea that anything can really be "free." As always, we love to hear from you, so leave a comment on this episode with any questions or thoughts, and you can also give us a topic that you'd like us to discuss in another pop quiz this summer!…
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From her start in an improv group at her high school with Seth Rogen and Nathan Fielder, to her time on MTV Canada and her continued success with her talk shows, social media and stand-up tours, Jessi Cruickshank has been a part of our entertainment landscape for nearly two decades. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherl…
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The Camino de Santiago pilgrimage is exploding in popularity these days, but the modern travellers are part of a tradition that is over 1000 years old. How did the Camino begin? Why did medieval people go on pilgrimages anyway? From drinking wine used to wash skulls, to pilgrims in chains, this episode explores the world of medieval Christianity, a…
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This week, the team wanted to revisit one of the most popular episodes from last season. A new, exciting episode is coming to you on Monday. ____ “I was fifteen years old when the Khmer Rouge came to power in April 1975. I can still remember how overwhelmed with joy I was that the war had finally ended. It did not matter who won. I and many Cambodi…
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In this episode I’m joined by Josh Johnson-host of Compendium: A History Collection, which is a history podcast covering a variety of topics, currently doing a fantastic series on the Vietnam War. He’s also known as Joshreadsbooks on social media, where he has a devoted social media following on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, etc. This …
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Josef Lewkowicz survived six concentration camps, pursued justice as a Nazi hunter, and dedicated his post-war life to preserving Holocaust memory. From identifying Amon Göth to rescuing over 600 Jewish children, his journey exemplifies resilience and the fight for accountability. Join us as we reflect on his extraordinary life and the lessons his …
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team brings you a new segment, just for kids, called Sketches in History, where history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook, where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she travels to a divided country. Crowds are breaking down a barrier t…
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We know very little about his life, but the story of Anthony Henday is an important one. The first known European to sight the Canadian Rockies, his mission to the interior was not successful for trade but monumental for exploration. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Don…
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In the final episode of our series, the ancient walls of Constantinople crumble—and with them, the last heartbeat of the Roman Empire. Sultan Mehmet II launches his all-or-nothing assault: cannon fire splits the dawn, smoke cloaks the ramparts, and waves of Ottoman soldiers pour through the shattered defenses. Amid the chaos, Emperor Constantine XI…
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He has been a fixture of our television screens for over two decades now and Mark Critch shows no signs of slowing down. From getting his start in Newfoundland theatre, to his rise to fame on This Hour Has 22 Minutes, to his acclaimed show Son of a Critch, there is much to the story of this Canadian comic legend. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA…
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The grandsons of Charlemagne slide into civil war, with thousands of Franks killing each other over the division of the empire. Though the Treaty of Verdun ends the bloodletting, Frankish troubles are far from over. Vikings sail up the Seine and sack Paris, finally leaving after being bought off by King Charles of West Francia. However Louis the Ge…
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It was still dark. The group of men felt the breeze getting warmer as the eastern horizon began to show signs of light. One of the men, tall with no expression, watched as final preparations were made to a large object in front of the group. The others saw the anxiety in his face in a way that only those had had been around him could discern. The m…
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team brings you a new segment, just for kids, called Sketches in History, where history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she travels to a workshop in Menlo Park. A man is working on an inventi…
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During his life, he was called the strongest man who ever lived. With hair curls to resemble Samson and accomplished feats of strength that became legendary. A French-Canadian folk hero, his legacy continues to this day. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-s…
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Join us as we discuss the life of Pope Francis, his reforms, and the controversies that defined his papacy. From his humble beginnings to his efforts to reshape the Catholic Church, discover how Francis challenged tradition, sparked global debate, and inspired both admiration and criticism. Whether you’re a devoted Catholic, a history enthusiast, o…
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This podcast provides an overview of fascism as both an ideology and a political tactic. In what ways was Nazi Germany a typical fascist state? This episode is one small part of my larger podcast series called "Nazi Germany and the Battle for the Human Heart." How does something like the rise of Nazi Germany happen? Why? Who’s responsible? What is …
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In this pop quiz, Joe asks me why some historians choose to interpret the past through current-day lenses and the problems that can create for students of history. We then get into a discussion on the role of experts in academic inquiry and see why a narrow focus can lead to some truly awful outcomes.…
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In the this episode of Canadian History Ehx Biography, I talk to the man who brought skating glory to Canada in the 1990s. Elvis Stojko won two Olympic silvers, three World Championships and seven Canadian Championships during his illustrious skating career. Stars on Ice Tickets: https://www.starsonice.ca/tour PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANAD…
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Both the Germans and the French trace their origins to Charlemagne and the Franks. But who were the Franks, and how did they have such a powerful effect on the shape of Western Europe? This episode is a family drama gone wild, as the warriors of Charlemagne's family compete for land and status. Blindings, treachery and imprisonment follow. Our stor…
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Join us this week as Joe and I delve into the political, social, and (of course) economic consequences of tariffs. We stay away from the politics--mostly--and try to hone in on the fact that every economic policy has consequences, good and bad, and that leaders need to be open in how they present their ideas and honest in explaining their effects.…
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Top 5 Places to Visit in Salisbury, England Want to check out Stonehenge? the first time I went to Stonehenge I took a Trip Advisor tour bus from London and spent almost 5 hours in London traffic! So the next time I went, I took a train and stayed just 20 minutes away in the town of Salisbury and it was amazing. In this video, I will tell you my To…
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CP11 Brass Rubbing at St. Martin in-the-Fields, London. Also available to watch on YouTube. Join Sharon as she tries her hand at the medieval practice of brass rubbing tombstones at St. Martin’s in-the-fields Church in London. Learn about the art of brass rubbing and the history behind the art. With dozens of tombstones to choose from, Sharon picke…
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team brings you a new segment, just for kids, called Sketches in History, where history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she travels to a dark night in Germany during World War II. She can see…
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What began as an estate for a rich family, slowly morphed into a multicultural community that has become more legend than neighbourhood. From its starring role on TV to its continued unique feel, Kensington Market's history is a fascinating story. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks…
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We're back from our spring break a week early! This episode is a timely overview of tariffs--taxes on imported goods--from a historical perspective. We will not get into the political aspects of the current trade war, but please join us next week for a discussion that will likely include some current events.…
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In 2017, the second-largest gold coin in the world, minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, was stolen from a Berlin museum. It was quite the story and heist! PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadash…
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Debuting in 1992 and lasting until 1994, The Odyssey was a surreal CBC show that blended mythology, psychology and social commentary in a way not seen in teen shows at the time. It also served as an early stepping stone to fame for Ryan Reynolds. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks.…
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Send us a text In this episode of Unboxing History, Christine Hopkins and Jodi Wright Gidley, executive director of the Galveston County Museum, delve into fascinating artifacts from Galveston County's rich history. They uncover a Colombian mammoth bone and discuss the area's prehistoric fossils, explore the origins of the town of Algoa, and highli…
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In this episode, we follow the desperate defense of Constantinople as Emperor Constantine XI struggles to withstand the relentless siege. Ottoman cannons hammer the walls day and night, while engineers carve tunnels beneath the city, seeking to collapse its foundations from below. The defenders cling to the fragile hope of Western aid, even as Sult…
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In the first episode of Canadian History Ehx Biography, I look at the life of Ryan Reynolds and talk with him about his life and how Canada has helped shape him and his career. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch:…
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On April 8, 2025, I am launching a new bi-weekly series called Canadian History Ehx Biography. In every episode of my new series, you’ll hear directly from famous Canadians like Ryan Reynolds, Elvis Stojko, and many more on how our country helped shape them and what being Canadian means to them. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET…
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During the next few weeks, the 15-History Podcast team is taking a break and bringing you some of their favorite previous episodes. This episode originally aired on November 1, 2021. _______ The old man lay in his bed surrounded by courtiers and family members. He had traveled from Rome to visit the place where his father had died many years ago, a…
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The fall of the Roman Republic is one of the great stories in all of ancient history and it can still teach lessons relevant to every element of modern life. This telling of the Roman Republic's demise blends systems-based history, trends and forces, events like the Punic Wars and Spartacus' slave rebellion, and the sheer will of legendary historic…
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Today marks five years since I grabbed a mic, pressed record, and started talking—never imagining that anyone would actually listen. And yet, here we are. What started as a simple passion project became something so much bigger than I ever expected. I truly can’t believe what this podcast has led to. Kennedy Dynasty has been the foundation of my ca…
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The 15-Minute History Podcast team brings you a new segment, just for kids, called Sketches in History, where history isn’t just a story—it’s an adventure. Join Lottie Archer as she dives into her extraordinary notebook where sketches from history come to life. In this episode, she travels to ancient sands in the deserts of Egypt. She can see two m…
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For 125 years, the Mohawk of the Kahnawake Reserve have helped build the bridges and skyscrapers of North America. Nearly the entire skyline of New York City has the boot prints of the Mohawk Skywalkers on them. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Su…
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One of the most important explorers of his era, he was constantly in the shadow of David Thompson but he had quite the story to tell. And 150 years after his death, his descendants hoped to collect on his fortune. PRE ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET (Out May 13, 2025): https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ …
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