Podcasts most popular in India●History

How do empires rise? Why do they fall? And how have they shaped the world around us today? William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore the stories, personalities and events of empire over the course of history. The first series looks at the British in India, covering the East India Company, the Raj, Gandhi, Independence and Partition.

release date: 2023-03-07

1. Absolutely amazing Podcast on the British Empire - This is a must listen for anyone interested in History and Politics of the Indian subcontinet. The insights that William and Anita have based on impeccable research and close interactions with people who know the subject well is something not to be missed. This podcast will definitely help many people re-caliberate their existing perceptions of the British Raj and some of the people involved in the politics of the Indian freedom movement. Further on the podcast is also plans some other interesting Empires like the Ottoman Empire. It’s one of the best podcasts, I’ve heard in a while!
2022-12-30

2. Learn - There are stories that you don’t know and there are stories that were told to you in a different tone. After all, history is written by the winners but updated by the sufferers after the winner is gone. This podcast bridges that gap to help understand what might have really happened. Highly recommended if you are interested in knowing what happened in those decades.
2022-08-16

A light weekly podcast covering the history of India, from 6th century B.C. Enjoying the podcast? Please consider donating to the Snehal Sidhu Memorial Fund (http://tinyurl.com/prkvwll)

release date: 2021-01-13

1. Amazing story teller - I have always been interested in history , especially Indian history! Reading is sometimes boring , hence I decided to hear the podcasts and I chose this one. I am absolutely surprised on how knowledgeable he is is and the way he tells stories of history , it’s very engaging and entertaining! I am so inspired and impressed by him. Thanks much and keep going!
2021-09-02

2. Outstanding Podcast - I stumbled upon this podcast by chance and got hooked on to it immediately. I respect and love that the narrator tells us how dependable/ credible the source is for each of the pieces of information he gives. You know right away that he’s trying to be as unbiased and as true to the story as is possible. He tries his best to get the pronunciations right but sometimes fails. That is understandable considering he is not an Indian by birth. But if you can get beyond this minor aberration, you’ll find yourself on a great historical journey through these podcasts. Highly recommended.
2021-08-27

3. Paints a visual image - This podcast is so beautifully structured that one can actually create a visual map of the geography and the events of that time. I got hooked onto this podcast in the very first minute of the first episode. There are a lot of people pointing out the pronunciation for the Hindi/Sanskrit words; the pronunciation rather makes me research and in turn, retain the information from the podcast. It was hilarious how the narrator called प ण न ‘Panini’. With just a little effort in googling the keywords, you have at your behest the greatest stories of Ancient India. I highly recommend this podcast; such an amazing team behind this.
2020-09-22

4. The stories are all that matter. - This is what could be called the labor of love. It is one and it feels like one. Keep up the good work. As for the pronunciation part, it is pathetic at places, especially when the word in question acquires a different avatar of its own. But the story makes it all worth it!!
2020-06-04

5. History brought to life - This podcast made me truly enjoy ancient history, a subject I had always considered to be dead and obsolete. The narration is brilliant and the content extremely relevant. It gives you the experience of journeying through the past and brings ancient India to life, replete with its passionate people and rich culture! Kudos to the tabla maestro. Those musical interludes are surreal!
2019-08-13

6. Extremely well researched with a balanced presentation. - I’ve been following this podcast for a while now and use it for my ancient history preparation for the civil service examination. The choice of using Pataliputra as an anchor for the narrative is brilliant and makes it easy to locate oneself in the history of a vast and ancient civilisation. Many thanks!
2018-03-15

7. Its great! - I like this podcast. The narrator has great enthusiasm. Also @people getting worked up over accents and pronounciations: one should overlook such trivialities because us Indians also make mistakes about other Indian cultures. Also in history all that matters is the central idea. Hence I like this podcast!
2018-03-01

8. Fun and informative - Yes the narrator has a British accent that takes some getting used to, but once you get past that, he's a great storyteller and throws in lots of colourful tidbits that makes the history come alive. This is the narrator's own initiative out of a clear love of Indian history, so Indian reviewers should stop complaining about the accent.
2016-09-15

This podcast takes you into the darkest and most remote corners of India, where Chandrima Das (bestselling author of Young Blood and Twisted) uncovers how real events and people from history have transformed into magical myths, strange superstitions, and haunting lores. A ghost soldier guarding the Indo-China border; a ‘black magic’ village in Assam; an imprisoned tree in Kerala; a witch-hunt that still goes on. We will make you rethink your realities, question your beliefs, and face your de...

release date: 2023-01-06

Historians Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook are interrogating the past, and attempting to de-tangle the present. They question the nature of Greatness, why the West no longer has civil wars and whether Richard Nixon was more like Caligula or Claudius. They're distilling the entirety of human history, or, as much as they can fit into about fifty minutes. Join The Rest Is History Club (www.restishistorypod.com) for ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live st...

release date: 2023-03-13

The comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Greg Jenner brings together the best names in comedy and history to learn and laugh about the past.

release date: 2023-03-10

Real Dictators continues to be available for free wherever you get your shows. For ad-free listening, exclusive content and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Now available for Apple and Android users. Click the Noiser+ banner on Apple or go to noiser.com/subscriptions to get started with a 7-day free trial. Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast hosted by Paul McGann that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Follow @Noiser_Podcasts on Twitter for updates on our shows...

release date: 2023-03-15

1. Well researched history with phenomenal presentation - This podcast on dictators across the globe has the best production value among all the history podcasts out there. The history itself is accurate, well researched and the writing is exceptional. It takes a humane, victim-centric approach to actions and consequences of some of the most deplorable specimens of humanity. Mr. Mcgann’s somber narration brings it all together and his performance is up there with leading narrators such as Attenborough, Morgan freeman and Werner Herzog. Looking forward to more episodes.
2022-05-02

2. Propaganda - Podcasts are well researched and narrated. These podcasts couldn’t hide the real agenda of calling national heroes of different countries as dictators and malign their image. The real challenge in today’s era is how to identify the hidden propaganda from different narratives. The biggest task is to research and expose the real villains of nineteenth, eighteenth, and previous centuries like the colonisers, invaders and missionaries who managed to grab lands, grab wealth, enslaved men, raped women, killed millions, converted to prophetic religions and started conflicts which will be continued to next centuries. This podcast may not be able to fulfill these expectations.
2021-10-09

3. Very interesting - I’m a student, and this is very informative. What my teachers never taught to us at school, I’ve learnt and gotten informed by this podcast. Really informative. We must realize that the people who we are calling monsters, were actually the artists of gigantic powers. Thank you so much, for this podcast.
2020-09-01

A weekly podcasting exploring great political revolutions. Now: The Russian Revolution Next: ???

release date: 2022-12-25

Short History Of... continues to be available for free wherever you get your shows. For ad-free listening, exclusive content and early access to new episodes, join Noiser+. Now available for Apple and Android users. Go to noiser.com/subscriptions to get started. Short History Of... is the podcast series hosted by John Hopkins. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays. Follow Noiser Podcasts on Twitte...

release date: 2023-03-13

1. Not working for me - I am a big fan of the podcast but recently the show is not playing for me . It only works for minutes and the it freezes. I have connected to multiple wifi networks and each time I am having the same issue. I also played other podcasts on the same wifi and they are working. I expect that this issue of mine solved as soon as possible. Thank you.
2022-12-17

What’sHerName women’s history podcast is hosted and produced by academic sisters Olivia Meikle and Katie Nelson. Committed to reclaiming forgotten history, What’sHerName tells the stories of fascinating women you’ve never heard of (but should have). Through compelling interviews with guest historians, writers, and scholars, Katie and Olivia bring to life the “lost” women of history. Fascinating and funny, thought-provoking and thoughtful, What’sHerName restores women’s voices to ...

release date: 2023-01-25

In "Hardcore History" journalist and broadcaster Dan Carlin takes his "Martian", unorthodox way of thinking and applies it to the past. Was Alexander the Great as bad a person as Adolf Hitler? What would Apaches with modern weapons be like? Will our modern civilization ever fall like civilizations from past eras? This isn't academic history (and Carlin isn't a historian) but the podcast's unique blend of high drama, masterful narration and Twilight Zone-style twists has entertained millions of l...

release date: 2022-03-07

1. Dan’s Incredible Storytelling Skills - Dan does a fantastic job at taking a subject & unraveling the history around it in his own unique way. He has got a knack of going into the details, while setting the context around his tale & those details make his content worth its weight in gold. Each episode is an incredible journey through time & its amazing how well Dan captures the drama & emotions involved in it. Keep going Dan, waiting for future episodes.
2020-02-10

2. 'concise, fascinating and fact-based story -telling! must-have! - if you are even remotely interested in events and people past, download this podcast. Carlin selects interesting topics, covers them thoroughly, and makes it entertaining! he presents a balanced view point and has a great 'radio voice' - all coming together for a concise hour podcast. an excellent storyteller in the tradition of garrison keiller, lars brownworth and 'history of rome' series. a 'must-have'!
2010-12-11

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the ideas, people and events that have shaped our world.

release date: 2023-03-23

A podcast for all ancient history fans! The Ancients is dedicated to discussing our distant past. Featuring interviews with historians and archaeologists, each episode covers a specific theme from antiquity. From Neolithic Britain to the Fall of Rome. Hosted by Tristan Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

release date: 2023-03-09

From Altruism to Wittgenstein, philosophers, theories and key themes.

release date: 2023-02-16

Padhaku Nitin is a casual and long conversation-based podcast where Aaj Tak Radio host Nitin talks to experts and discuss a wide range of topics like history, war, politics, policy, ideologies, cinema, travelling, sports, nature and everything that is interesting. A single episode of the show can be as enriching as reading four books. As we say in the podcast,Chaar kitaabe padhne jitna gyaan milega Padhaku Nitin mein. कब कोई हक़ीक़त से मिथक बन जात...

release date: 2023-03-02

1. ब हतर न - म कभ एक स थ म आपक प र एप स ड स नह स न प त ह वक त क कम क वजह स , ल क न स र एप स ड स न ह … बह त मज द र स र एप स ड आपन आप म एक ज नक र क ह स ब स स प र ण ह
2023-01-21

We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every other Friday.

release date: 2023-03-10

Director of the British Museum, Neil MacGregor, narrates 100 programmes that retell humanity's history through the objects we have made.

release date: 2020-12-25

As we celebrate India’s 75th Independence, Hindustan Times’ journalist Prashant Jha will take us through a journey that traces back to how India became one of the first countries in Asia to get freedom from colonial rule and attain its independence. This is a Hindustan Times podcast, brought to you by HT Smartcast.

release date: 2022-08-14

History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.

release date: 2023-03-07

Every scandal begins with a lie. But the truth will come out. And then comes the fallout and the outrage. Scandals have shaped America since its founding. From business and politics to sports and society, we look on aghast as corruption, deceit and ambition bring down heroes and celebrities, politicians and moguls. And when the dust finally settles, we’re left to wonder: how did this happen? Where did they trip up, and who is to blame? From the creators of American History Tellers, Business W...

release date: 2023-03-14

Sarah is a journalist obsessed with the past. Every week she reconsiders a person or event that's been miscast in the public imagination.

release date: 2023-02-27

1. I am obsessed - This is the best part of every Monday. I love how detailed the analysis is for every single topic and how the hosts talk about all these details in such an interesting way. As a science nerd, I was attracted to the Challenger episode and I have been having a blast since then. No pun intended.
2020-11-09

Kinky History is a podcast series that explores the evolution of human sexuality - from scandalous stories from the Ancient World to the saucy secrets of famous figures. By speaking openly about these topics in a way that is educational, entertaining, and accessible, Kinky History aims to erase dangerous taboos which still exist around identity, gender, and sexuality. Esmé created her "Kinky History" series on TikTok in October 2020. It has since grown to a following of over 2.5 million peopl...

release date: 2023-02-27

Lore is a bi-weekly podcast (now also a TV show and book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

release date: 2023-03-29

1. Entertaining and educational - I never write reviews. But, I am making a special exception for this podcast. I love lore. Not just the namesake show, but stories, whisperings, occurrences unique to a space and time. I always seek Books, shows and sources which can satisfy this innate curiosity. Lore, the show does all of this and more. It’s a wonderful way to keep past alive and learn from it as well.
2017-12-24

Learn something new every day! A Podcast for Intellectually Curious People! Learn something new every single day. Everything Everywhere Daily tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, history, science, geography, and culture.

release date: 2023-03-09

Feminist podcast discovering the history behind the women who fought for the rights we have today and how we need to continue their fight

release date: 2018-04-25

This show is collective podcast of the Ulagai Maatriya Thalaivargal from Hello Vikatan !

release date: 2022-08-18

South Asia through the lens of South Asians

release date: 2023-02-24

In a country obsessed with gossip, the great and the good fear one thing more than any other - scandal. British scandals change the course of history. They bring down governments, overthrow the rich and cause the mighty to fall. Some are about sex, others about money. In the end, they’re all about power. But often at the heart of a scandal, there are ordinary human stories, stories of those caught up in the swirl of outrage. Who was really to blame for what happened? Why did they do it? An...

release date: 2023-03-15

History as told by the people who were there.

release date: 2023-03-10

The events of the first truly global war and its devastating and far reaching impact.

release date: 2015-06-27

The history of India told through the lives of 50 phenomenal people.

release date: 2016-03-25

The past is never past. Every headline has a history. Join us every week as we go back in time to understand the present. These are stories you can feel and sounds you can see from the moments that shaped our world. Subscribe to Throughline+. You'll be supporting the history-reframing, perspective-shifting, time-warping stories you can't get enough of - and you'll unlock access to our sponsor-free feed of the show. Learn more at plus.npr.org/throughline

release date: 2023-03-09

1. The Phoebus Cartel - I've heard NPR produced podcasts are known to be the best. So I started listening Throughline from their recent episode "The Phoebus Cartel" and it turned out to be great. NPR keenly values every minute of their listeners by setting the knowledge pace throughout the episode. Kindly make NPR productions available in Spotify.
2019-03-28

A history podcast that explores the narratives, turning points and characters that shape conflicts, encompassing a blend of social and military history. Following on from the series on the Falklands War, best-selling military historians Patrick Bishop, and Saul David turn their attention to the war in Ukraine. Goalhanger Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

release date: 2023-03-08

TOP SECRET Personal Attention, SpyCast Listeners Known to be the podcast real spies listen to -(STOP)- eavesdrop on conversations with high level sources from around the world -(STOP)- spychiefs molehunters defectors covert operators analysts cyberwarriors and researchers debriefed by SPY Historian Hammond -(STOP) stories secrets tradecraft and technology discussed -(STOP)- HUMINT SIGINT OSINT IMINT GEOINT and more -(STOP)- rumored to be professional education internal communication and public i...

release date: 2023-02-28

1. An exhilarating podcast! - This is something truly invaluable to treasure. I listened to an episode that featured India’s former intelligence chief Mr. Vikram Sood. His very insightful & enlightening anecdotes pertaining to tradecraft and global discourse could simply leave you in awe and admiration. For those who are crazy about the world of espionage, SpyCast is the perfect phenomena to experience. Check it out before you’re landed a blowback!
2021-06-12

2. Review - This podcast is extremely informative for those looking to go into international relations. The talks are engaging and put across information in a very easy to understand way. Even those who are interested in intelligence and security issues as hobby, will find the podcast informative and interesting.
2015-07-17

The BHP is a chronological retelling of the history of Britain with a particular focus upon the lives of the people. You won't find a dry recounting of dates and battles here, but instead you'll learn about who these people were and how their desires, fears, and flaws shaped the histories of England, Scotland, and Wales. Apple is restricting my feed, so to access all episodes you have to click subscribe and then download them within your app.

release date: 2023-02-23

The latest news from the team behind BBC History Magazine - a popular History magazine. To find out more, visit www.historyextra.com

release date: 2023-03-16

Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks about everything from the Aztecs to witches, Velázquez to Shakespeare, Mughal India to the Mayflower. Not, in other words, just the Tudors, but most definitely also the Tudors. Each episode Suzannah is joined by historians and experts to reveal incredible stories about one of the most fascinating periods in history. You can also subscribe to our Tudor Tuesday newsletter, here > Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

release date: 2023-03-06

*Hindi Podcast Series Timeline of World War from (1890-2020) *Hindi stories of famous writers of India and World *Do listen to my New Podcast 'World's Smallest World's Biggest' (link in Bio) *Always welcome for Listeners Support. Note :- No intention to promote any ideology we do not support any extremist thoughts Link in Description....!!! Need your love and suggestions Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kahani/support

release date: 2020-11-13

Unforgotten Highland Women is a short podcast series recorded at live events across the Highlands of Scotland about remarkable local women. A jewel thief, a witch, a doctor and an inspirational teacher are just some of the stories of incredible Highland women revealed from museum archives. Pauline Moore podcaster and freelance producer, with support from the team at XpoNorth, was commissioned by Museums and Heritage Highland to host these events, interviewing the keepers of the tales, sharing...

release date: 2022-12-06

We will be covering the golden history of islam from the life of prophet to the very last caliph of muslim world and the present scenario of the muslims in this modern world.It will be in episodes and seasons Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/history-of-islam/support

release date: 2020-10-19

'In Perspective' is The Swaddle's flagship podcast series, where academics reveal little-known facts about Indian history, society and culture.

release date: 2023-02-26

This week, something momentous happened. Whether or not it made the textbooks, it most certainly made history. Join HISTORY This Week as we turn back the clock to meet the people, visit the places and witness the moments that led us to where we are today. To get in touch with story ideas or feedback, email us at HistoryThisWeek@History.com, or leave us a voicemail at 212-351-0410. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

release date: 2023-03-03

Two women. Half the population. Several thousand years of history. About an hour.

release date: 2023-02-23

Anyone who has achieved greatness has, in part, patterned themselves after those who came before. Napoleon learned from Charlemagne, Charlemagne learned from Caesar, and Caesar learned from Alexander the Great. This podcast analyzes the lives of some of the greatest men and women to ever live. By examining their strategies, tactics, mindset, and work habits, How to Take Over the World helps you understand the great ones, so that you can follow in their footsteps.

release date: 2023-02-24

1. Love this. - Hey Ben, I heard about this podcast on the MFM podcast, and it seemed intriguing, so I checked out a few of your episodes and I gotta say I love them. This has now become a part of week. And to anyone else reading this, trying to assess if this is actually worth listening to, go for it, it’s really good!
2022-04-10

History podcast by Historic buddies Biswa and Kumar Varun. We aren't historians. We haven't studied history. We just like reading random shit and talking about it. Made Possible by: Prerna Obhan

release date: 2021-06-15

A biweekly podcast covering the last great war. Join Ray Harris Jr as he explores World War Two in intimate detail.

release date: 2023-02-24

1. churchill series - Regarding churchill series in the episode, it is very disheartening to see your biased take on india !!, you are regurgitating the lies of british(for example the railways which were commissioned to for the capitalists of britain who got an assured rate of return on the investments on the gurantee of Govt. of India and there are many more loopholes). churchill later caused death of millions of indians during WW- by his diversion of food grain. Disaapointing and i certainly think you could have done better with a little bit more research.(the rating is for churchill series). Hoping you could atleast set the course straight
2017-08-13