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The Rest Is History

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Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events. From the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Nazi conquest of Europe, and Hitler’s evil master plan for world domination, to the French Revolution, the sinking of the Titanic, or the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, Tom and Dominic bring the past to life with gripping storytelling and expert analysis, as they unpack the high-drama moments that shaped our world. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.

  1. 1 OCT • SUBSCRIBER EARLY ACCESS

    Greek Myths: Jason & The Quest for the Golden Fleece (Part 4)

    What terrifying trials did Jason and the Argonauts have to overcome to win the famous Golden Fleece from a fire-breathing dragon, in one of the greatest greek myths of all time? When and where does this thrilling story come from? How does it tie together the tales of Odysseus, Orpheus, Achilles and Circe? Is there any historical evidence for the story of Jason and the Argonauts? What are the origins of Medea, the beautiful but vindictive sorceress who Jason marries? Did the Greeks still worship the Olympian gods in the more skeptical Hellenistic age? How did the coming of Alexander the Great transform the Greeks’ understanding of the divine? And, were the Olympian gods really once mortal kings and queens of an earlier age, or were they planets….? Join Tom and Dominic as they conclude their epic journey into the glorious heart of Greek mythology, as they explore their evolution in an increasingly skeptical Hellenistic world, and answer the question; why did the Greek myths endure and captivate audiences throughout history, in a way that no other culture’s mythology did? Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude Video Producer: Oli Oakley Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

    58 min

  2. 28 SEPT • SUBSCRIBER EARLY ACCESS

    Greek Myths: Sex, Drugs & Tragedy (Part 3)

    Who was Dionysus, the son of Zeus, and Greek god of ecstasy, revelry and madness? Why was he so central to the ancient Greeks? What is the story of the Bacchae, the play in which a young man is ripped apart by the handmaidens of the goddess Artemis? What did it mean to be a Bacchae, one of the followers of Dionysus, and what shocking acts did it entail? Why were female cults like this believed to be integral to the survival of Athens? How did Dionysus’ cult subvert all the conventions of Ancient Greek society? What hedonistic revels occurred at his festivals every year? And, what hidden secrets about his historical origins have been unlocked by subsequent archaeological discoveries…? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss one of the most exotic and erotic of the Greek gods: Dionysus, and the origins of The Bacchae, the tragedy that immortalised his story, but also transformed Greek drama, and thereby the world, forever… Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude Video Producer: Bruno Di Castri Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

    1h 1m

  3. 9 HR AGO

    Greek Myths: The Riddle of the Sphinx (Part 2)

    What is the story behind the writing of Oedipus, the notorious king of Thebes who murdered his father and unwittingly married his mother? Was it based on a real historical event? What are Oedipus’ cursed mythic origins in Thebes? Who was Sophocles, the legendary Greek playwright? Why was the play a product of 5th century Athens; its rivalries with other greek city states such as Thebes, a raging plague, and the tyrant Pericles? What horrifying events unfold in Oedipus? It is the greatest tragedy of all time? And, how did it later come to influence Sigmund Freud’s unnerving interpretation of the deepest desires of the  subconscious….?  Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss one of the most famous Greek myths of all time: Oedipus; unravelling this disturbing tragedy, delving into its meaning today, and exploring the historical context behind it all.  ______ Try Adobe Express for free now at https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/spotlight/designwithexpress?sdid=HM85WZZV&mv=display&mv2=ctv or by searching in the app store. Learn more at https://www.uber.com/onourway ______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude  Video Producer: Jack Meek Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 6m

  4. 1 DAY AGO · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    RIHC: Religious Sects, Prussian Sex Scandals, and The Rise of the Tabloids

    How did a bizarre religious sect come to dominate the formerly powerful city of Königsberg in the summer 1835? What were their practices and beliefs? Who was the man behind this strange movement? What did he come to believe about the truth nature of creation, and what proofs did he draw upon? Were the rumours about the sect’s sexual depravity unfounded, or true? Why did Königsberg become a breeding ground for mysticism and religious revival in the aftermath of the Napoleonic wars, as well as a bastion of Kantian rationalism, and Lutheranism? What became of this sordid sexual scandal in the heart of Königsberg? What broader connotations did The Königsberg Scandal, and the persecution of the sect’s members have for the development of a brand new public sphere? And, what can scandals always teach us about the anxieties that haunt any culture at a particular time? In this week’s bonus episode, Dominic is joined by the eminent historian, Sir Christopher Clark, to discuss one of the most intriguing scandals of all time, as described in his new book, ‘A Scandal in Königsberg’. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

    42 min

  5. 3 DAYS AGO

    Greek Myths: Zeus, King of the Gods (Part 1)

    What are the mythic origins of Zeus, King of the Olympians, and the other Greek gods? From what period did the earliest of the Greek myths derive? Who was Hesiod - alongside Homer, the greatest of the Greek poets, and the father of European literature - who first recorded Zeus’ story? When was the golden age of Greek myth? Who were the Titans, and why were they consigned to the fiery pit of Tartarus? Did different regions of Greece have different interpretations of the gods, and do these myths express something particular about ancient Greek culture? And, did people really believe in these famous stories of terrible gods, daring heroes, and great wars? Join Tom and Dominic as they plunge into the glorious, technicolour world of the Greek myths, starting with the tumultuous early life of Cronos, his son Zeus, the war between the gods and the Titans, and some of the most famous Greek heroes of all time - from Perseus to Hercules.  ______ Try Adobe Express for free now at https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/spotlight/designwithexpress?sdid=HM85WZZV&mv=display&mv2=ctv or by searching in the app store. LRB are offering six months access to their full archive for just £12, plus a free tote bag. Visit https://LRB.me/history Learn more at https://www.uber.com/onourway ______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 1m
  6. In Cold Blood, by Truman Capote

    6 DAYS AGO · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    In Cold Blood, by Truman Capote

    How were the Clutter family brutally murdered in their home, in Holcomb, Kansas, in 1959? Why was this seemingly perfect and well-loved family killed so savagely? Who were their murderers, Perry Smith and Richard Hickock? How did Truman Capote, the flamboyant New York socialite famed for ‘Breakfast at Tiffany's’, come to write these real events into a novel over the course of six years, immortalising them forever? Was it really the world’s first true crime novel? How does the book reflect the conditions of post-war America, and dig into the savagery buried beneath the thin veil of prosperity? Why was Capote’s research so extreme, and how many of the moments depicted did he personally experience? Was the book entirely based on facts rather than fiction, or did he embroider characters and events? How did Capote’s own fascinating life and person contribute to his writing of the book? What became of the Clutter’s murderers? And, did Truman Capote really fall in love with one of the killers while writing the book…? Join Dominic and Tabby as they explore Truman Capote’s groundbreaking ‘In Cold Blood’; delving into the shocking murder that shattered a close-knit community in rural Kansas, the minds of the two murderers who committed the crime, and also the disquieting story behind the book's creation. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producers: Tabby Syrett, Theo Young-Smith + Nicole Maslen Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

    44 min

  7. 17 SEPT

    Scandal in the White House

    Who was Grover Cleveland, and why is he one of the most controversial American Presidents of all time? Why was the run up to his first term, in 1884 at the height of the Gilded Age, so pivotal to American politics? How did he rocket to the heights of political power? What dark secrets began swirling about his disreputable past, and character? Did he really seduce a young widow by the name of Maria Crofts Halpin, impregnate her, and then lock her in a mental asylum? What became of their alleged child? And, how did this shocking scandal unfold?  Join Dominic and Tom as they investigate one of the most lurid stories in all American political history - a tale of lust, lies, deviance and kidnapping, but also immense political significance. What is the truth behind this mystery? ______ Try Adobe Express for free now at https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/spotlight/designwithexpress?sdid=HM85WZZV&mv=display&mv2=ctv or by searching in the app store. Learn more at https://uber.com/onourway Visit theweek.com/rest and enter code HISTORY to claim your six-week free trial, plus an extra 10% saving on all subscription packages ______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude  Video Producer: Jack Meek Social Producer: Harry Balden Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 11m

  8. 16 SEPT · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    RIHC: King and Conquerer, Bad Vice Presidents, and Christian Colonies

    What do Tom and Dominic think of the new TV show, King and Conquerer? Which Harold would have been the most entertaining company: Harold Godwinson, Harold Wilson, or Harald Hardrada? What was Harold Godwinson like as a man? Is there a difference between Protestant and Catholic colonialism? Which US Vice President has been the least effective, and which one has had the most negative impact? Would JD Vance be included? How would you define “Englishness”? Does England have a national dress? How does the UK financial condition today compare to that of the 1970s? And, are prime ministers and politicians in Britain, simply worse today than they were in former generations…? In this week's bonus episode, Tom and Dominic answer these thrilling historical questions. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude  Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

    42 min
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Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events. From the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Nazi conquest of Europe, and Hitler’s evil master plan for world domination, to the French Revolution, the sinking of the Titanic, or the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, Tom and Dominic bring the past to life with gripping storytelling and expert analysis, as they unpack the high-drama moments that shaped our world. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.

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  • Creator
    Goalhanger
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    836
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Goalhanger Podcasts
  • Show Website
    The Rest Is History
  • Provider
    Goalhanger Podcasts

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