107 episodes
The HistoryNet Podcast HistoryNet.com
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4.3 • 7 Ratings
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The HistoryNet Podcast features some of the greatest stories from HistoryNet.com's archive of over 25,000+ features. From ancient Rome to the Middle Ages, from the 18th century to the edge of recent memory, we zero in on the people and events that made the world what it is today. Vividly written by expert authors, thoroughly edited and fact-checked by magazine professionals, these stories bring history to vibrant life.
The narrators of this podcast, however, are not human beings but AI voices created by our partner, Instaread.co. Say what you will about AI, but in this case the voices are surprisingly real, capturing well the nuances of the articles they're reading aloud.
To read those stories in their original form, please go to historynet.com.
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This British Colonel Traveled with Robert E. Lee at Gettysburg. He?d Already Had His Share of Surprises..mp3
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Nobody wanted the A-10 Warthog — now It's the military's most beloved plane
The A-10 Warthog has survived repeated attempts to put it out to pasture. Now its time may finally be up.
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They were sent on a suicide mission at Cedar Creek. Their victory rallied the Union.
The fierce clash proved to be a fitting coda for the resolute 8th Vermont.
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They say he burned down the Reichstag. But was he drugged into confessing?
Mystery surrounds the infamous burning of the Reichstag in 1933.
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Kars fortress stands as a monument to a turbulent past
For centuries Armenian residents of the Transcaucasian stronghold of Kars watched invaders come and go—until its final betrayal.
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This journalist risked his life to reveal the horrors of lynching in the South
Lynching investigator Walter White risked everything to tell Americans the truth.
Customer Reviews
AI voices are amazing but lack knowledge
When reading older quotes with abbreviations commonly found in in place of words, the voice pronounced the literal text rather than the meaning, e.g., references to a Co (company) in the Shiloh-Corinth story were read as “koe”. Place names are sometimes mispronounced. Initials are sometimes read as if their periods mark the end of a sentence with the fall in the voice and slight pause. Another story made reference to a misspelling compared to a correct rendering but the voice, rather than giving the spelling merely pronounced the two words and did so identically. The AI voices are truly amazing but these glitches can cause “bumps” in concentration when listening to the articles.
Auditory feast!
The episodes are meticulously researched, written by experts, and fact-checked thoroughly, ensuring both accuracy and in an engaging narrative style.
A noteworthy aspect of this podcast is the use of AI voices for narration. Far from being monotonous, these AI narrators remarkably capture the nuances of the stories, adding an unexpected layer of realism to the listening experience. While some might expect a robotic tone, the AI voices are surprisingly lifelike, effectively conveying the emotions and dramatics of historical events.
Each episode is like a short, immersive history lesson, perfect for history buffs and casual listeners alike. Whether it's exploring lesser-known facts about famous figures or uncovering hidden stories from the past, The HistoryNet Podcast offers a fresh perspective on history, making it accessible and entertaining. The variety in episode lengths also caters to different listening preferences, whether you're in for a quick dive or a longer exploration.
In summary, The HistoryNet Podcast is a highly recommended auditory feast for anyone with a curiosity about the past. Its well-crafted episodes, engaging storytelling, and innovative use of AI narration make it a standout in the world of history podcasts.
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