124 episodes

Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Hosted by Paul McGann, with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians.

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Production: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Miriam Baines, Tom Pink, George Tapp, Dorry Macaulay, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Joseph McGann. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.

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    • 4.7 • 4.7K Ratings

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Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Hosted by Paul McGann, with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians.

New episodes available one week early for Noiser+ subscribers. You'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content. To find out more about Noiser+, head to noiser.com/subscriptions.

For advertising enquiries, email info@adelicious.fm

Production: Joel Duddell, Ed Baranski, Miriam Baines, Tom Pink, George Tapp, Dorry Macaulay, Cian Ryan-Morgan, Joseph McGann. Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink.

We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/real for £100 sponsored credit.

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    Introducing: D-Day: The Tide Turns - Episode 1

    Introducing: D-Day: The Tide Turns - Episode 1

    This is a taster episode of a brand-new podcast from the Noiser network. Host Paul McGann follows the real people involved in the D-Day landings.
    It’s 1944 and Europe is in the grip of the Nazi war machine. But on the shores of Great Britain, thousands of men and women are planning the great fightback. What will it take to turn the tide of World War 2?
    Search ‘D-Day: The Tide Turns’ in your podcast app and hit follow to get new episodes each Thursday. Or listen at noiser.com
    Episode 2 is live now on D-Day: The Tide Turns.
    Real Dictators will be back soon with the story of Augusto Pinochet.
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    • 54 min
    Oliver Cromwell Part 4: The Conquest of Ireland

    Oliver Cromwell Part 4: The Conquest of Ireland

    In the final part of the Cromwell story, outrage at the King’s execution leads Ironsides to wage war on Scotland and, notoriously, Ireland. Insurgencies over, he’ll become Lord Protector - king in all but name. But as discontent continues to spread, the unthinkable will once again become possible. The Stuart monarchy couldn’t be restored… could it?…
    A Noiser production, written by Jeff Dawson.
    Many thanks to Peter Gaunt, Clare Jackson, Anna Keay, John Morrill, Nicholas O’Shaughnessy, Micheál Ó Siochrú.
    This is Part 4 of 4.
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    • 1 hr 10 min
    Oliver Cromwell Part 3: To Kill a King…

    Oliver Cromwell Part 3: To Kill a King…

    With the King in captivity, both sides seek a settlement. But when Charles escapes, all trust is broken. For Cromwell there is only one course of action - a solution that will plunge the British Isles into unknown territory. His Majesty must be put on trial…
    A Noiser production, written by Jeff Dawson.
    Many thanks to Peter Gaunt, Clare Jackson, Anna Keay, John Morrill, Nicholas O’Shaughnessy, Micheál Ó Siochrú.
    This is Part 3 of 4.
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Oliver Cromwell Part 2: Civil War Across the Realms

    Oliver Cromwell Part 2: Civil War Across the Realms

    England is plunged into conflict. Oliver Cromwell, an obscure politician, soon proves himself an outstanding military commander. King Charles, meanwhile, unveils his own star signing - a dashing young cavalry officer named Prince Rupert. A daring mission featuring the Queen threatens to tip the balance the Royalists’ way. But Cromwell’s New Model Army will prove itself unstoppable…
    A Noiser production, written by Jeff Dawson.
    Many thanks to Peter Gaunt, Clare Jackson, Anna Keay, John Morrill, Nicholas O’Shaughnessy, Micheál Ó Siochrú.
    This is Part 2 of 4.
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Oliver Cromwell Part 1: The Rise of Ironsides

    Oliver Cromwell Part 1: The Rise of Ironsides

    Say “Oliver Cromwell” today and certain things come to mind. He won the English Civil War and prompted the execution of Charles I. He purged the realm with such zeal that he even cancelled Christmas. In Ireland, where Cromwell’s troops besieged its towns with a notorious barbarity, his name is still used as a curse. “The greatest prince that ever ruled England”, as one historian called him? Or, as Winston Churchill would counter, a tyrant and a despot?
    A Noiser production, written by Jeff Dawson.
    Many thanks to Peter Gaunt, Clare Jackson, Anna Keay, John Morrill, Nicholas O’Shaughnessy, Micheál Ó Siochrú.
    This is Part 1 of 4.
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    • 1 hr 6 min
    Introducing: The Curious History of Your Home - Baths

    Introducing: The Curious History of Your Home - Baths

    A brand-new podcast from the Noiser network. Join domestic historian Ruth Goodman as she explores the remarkable, often epic, tales behind everyday objects.
    This taster episode is all about the bath.
    A murderous emperor builds the grandest bath complex ever seen in Ancient Rome. The arrival of a new disease spells trouble for the bathhouses of Tudor London. An excitable Victorian clergyman extolls the virtues of skinny dipping. And World War Two plays a surprising role in kickstarting the hot tub craze…
    If you enjoy this taster episode, search ‘The Curious History of Your Home’ in your podcast app and hit follow to get new episodes every Tuesday.
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    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
4.7K Ratings

4.7K Ratings

indieperfume ,

excellent voice and fascinating background info

gives details and history that reveals much about why things are the way they are today, on the many egomaniacs that have seized too much power over the centuries and in our lifetimes. Human nature at it's worst playing itself out when enabled by unfortunate circumstances. Delivered with calm and with beautifully articulated British vowels, without shouting or distraction. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

DrDave3078 ,

Paul is a legend

Paul has such a soothing voice. His silky smooth vocals provide the perfect background for murders and corruption of the highest degree. 100/10 🔥🔥🔥

Danohawker ,

It’s good

Great stories- not crazy about Paul’s overly dramatic voice. He sounds like he’s trying to be John Hopkins and not doing a very good job. Otherwise I recommend it

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