British & European History: Podcasts

Extensive list of European History podcasts collected by Learn Out Loud. Database includes descriptions of each podcast and a directory of topics to find your subject area.

A weekly podcast exploring great political revolutions by "The History of Rome" creator Mike Duncan.

"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 scope of this island at the edge of the world."

Extensive podcast covering the events of WWII from the rise of the Nazi party to breakdowns of individual battles.

History Unplugged covers a variety of topics with interviews from experts and authors discussing everything from "gruff World War II generals who flew with airmen on bombing raids, a war horse who gained the rank of sergeant, and presidents who gave their best speeches while drunk."

Produced by the folks at BBC History Magazine, the "HistoryExtra podcast comes out three times a week, featuring interviews with notable historians talking about topics spanning ancient history through recent British to American events. Episodes feature history stories and perspectives on everything from crusading knights to Tudor monarchs and the D-Day landings."