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  1. 275: Argentina: The Welsh Colony

    7 december 2022 · 40 min

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    Why are there Welsh speakers born in Argentina? Join Tom and Dominic to understand the fascinating and unlikely story of a Welsh colony in the Southern Hemisphere - and whether they remain there today. Lees meer

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  2. 274: Switzerland: Calvin's Cancel Culture

    6 december 2022 · 38 min

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    Today, Tom and Dominic are in 16th century Calvinist Geneva, where Michael Servetus is being condemned for heresy. Execution, imprisonment, treachery and public burnings all feature in this story which bears unusual similarities to the times we live in today… Lees meer

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  3. 273: Portugal: The Carnation Revolution

    5 december 2022 · 49 min

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    In today's World Cup episode, Tom and Dominic return to the history of Portugal to discuss military coups, defence of dictatorship, Castro in Cuba, and the creation of a post-Salazar state. Lees meer

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  4. 272: Senegal: The Door of No Return

    4 december 2022 · 38 min

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    In today's episode, Tom and Dominic discuss the Senegalese island of Gorée, and its complex relationship with the transatlantic slave trade. They look at both the history and mythology of the "House of Slaves", which still stands today as a vestige to human exploitation. Lees meer

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  5. 271: Belgium: History's Greatest Artist

    3 december 2022 · 43 min

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    Who is the greatest artist of all time? Join Tom and Dominic as Belgian historian Bart van Loo puts forward the case for the hyper-realistic and highly influential art of early Northern Renaissance painter Jan van Eyck. Lees meer

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  6. 270: Poland: Copernicus, the Dragon and the Salt Mine

    2 december 2022 · 53 min

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    Join Tom and Dominic as they explore the seven wonders of Poland. Hear all about Krakus the dragon-slayer, the Wieliczka Salt Mine, "Kaiser soup", the influence of Oriental fashion, and much more... Lees meer

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  7. 269: Ghana: The Ashanti Empire

    1 december 2022 · 48 min

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    On today's World Cup episode, Tom and Dominic discuss the Ashanti Empire. Lees meer

    Tune in to hear about the Anglo-Ashanti wars, the Golden Stool, the role of Robert Baden-Powell and much, much more.

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  8. 268: Brazil: The Last Emperor

    30 november 2022 · 54 min

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    As promised during the Portugal mini-series, Tom and Dominic are returning to Brazil to discuss its history post-independence. This episode will focus upon the Brazilian Empire, in particular the Emperor Pedro II. How did this boy who acceded to the throne at six years old, come to receive a French state funeral in front of 300,000 Parisians in the pouring rain? Lees meer

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  9. 267: Wales: The Roar of the Red Dragon

    29 november 2022 · 1 uur 2 min

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    What are the origins of Wales? And how do the Welsh define themselves against Englishness? As England play Wales in the World Cup today, Tom and Dominic are joined by Martin Johnes, Professor of History at the University of Swansea, to explore the age old rivalry between the two nations. Lees meer

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  10. 266: South Korea: The Riddle of Hwang Jini

    28 november 2022 · 28 min

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    Join Tom and Dominic on their journey to the 16th century Korean peninsula, as they discuss Hwang Jini - a gisaeng, poet, and entertainer - and her everlasting impact on Korean culture. Dubbed by Tom the 'poetic Emma Hamilton', the story of Hwang Jini takes us through Diamond Mountains, Buddhism and Confucianism, 16th century Korean social class, and much more... Lees meer

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  11. 265: Saudi Arabia: The Mystery of the Kaaba

    27 november 2022 · 52 min

    Afspelen
    Join Tom and Dominic for their World Cup episode on Saudi Arabia, where they discuss 'the most famous structure in global Islam' - the Kaaba in Mecca. Lees meer

    Tune in to hear about the Prophet Mohammed, Abdul Malik, and the origins of the most sacred site in Islam.

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  12. 264: Mexico: Day of the Dead

    26 november 2022 · 42 min

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    On the Day of the Dead you eat pan de muerto and exchange calaveras with your friends. This celebration is often claimed to have its roots in ancient Aztec traditions of human sacrifice. But is any of this true? Join Tom and Dominic to find out. Lees meer

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  13. 263: USA vs England: The 200-Year Rivalry

    25 november 2022 · 1 uur 15 min

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    In today's World Cup special, Anglo-American relations are at their most tense, as the USA and England take to the football/soccer pitch. Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic as they take a retrospective look at this 200-year love-hate relationship. From the War of 1812, to Charles Dickens, all the way up to Beatlemania and James Bond - buckle up to discover the historical drama underpinning today's battle in Al Bayt Stadium.

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  14. 262: Tunisia: Dido of Carthage

    24 november 2022 · 30 min

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    Join Tom and Dominic as they tell the story of the tragic heroine of Virgil’s Aeneid - Dido of Carthage. Listen as they discuss the origins of Carthage, recite top Latin phrases, and are joined by Juliette Pochin for a beautiful rendition of Dido’s Lament. Lees meer

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  15. 261: Uruguay: The Tupamaros

    23 november 2022 · 40 min

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    In 1963, with the influence of the Cuban Revolution strong in South America, the left wing guerrilla group the Tupamaros emerged. Listen to tales of kidnappings, shootings, imprisonment and torture in the Tupamaros' quest for political power. Lees meer

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  16. 260: Croatia: The Man Who Saved The Roman Empire

    22 november 2022 · 53 min

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    "In conditions of chaos, people from outside the Roman social elite can rise to the top." Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic for their World Cup episode on Croatia, where they discuss the extraordinary life of the Emperor Diocletian. They talk about the Crisis of the Third Century, the Roman 'sidebar of shame', crisis in Gaul, Roman Brexit, foundations of the Byzantine Empire, and the best fact Dominic has heard in the World Cup series so far...

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  17. 259. Iran: England - 'The Little Satan'

    21 november 2022 · 53 min

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    On the day of England vs. Iran, Tom and Dominic are joined by friend of the show, Ali Ansari, to discuss Anglo-Iranian relations. Lees meer

    Tune in to hear stories of freemasons, early Iranian analysis of Tories and Whigs, the Anglo-Persian War, Salman Rushdie's fatwa, the ancestor of British Petroleum, and why Iran still sees England as a fox-like, 'little Satan'.

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  18. 258. Costa Rica: Civil War

    20 november 2022 · 34 min

    Afspelen
    Join Tom and Dominic as they continue the World Cup series by discussing the Costa Rican Civil War. This event is filled with tremendous characters, including the historian-cum-president Teodoro Picado Michalski, José Figueres Ferrer who abolished the army, and the infamous Dr Valverde. Lees meer

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  19. 257. Australia: The Mystery of the Somerton Man

    19 november 2022 · 31 min

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    In today’s Australian-themed World Cup episode, Tom leads us through the incredible true story of the Somerton Man, a murder mystery that involves an Adelaide Beach, Persian poetry, and unexpected marriage. All will be revealed… Lees meer

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  20. 256. Germany: The White Rose

    18 november 2022 · 51 min

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    “Since the conquest of Poland, 300,000 Jews have been murdered in this country in the most bestial way ... The German people slumber on in dull, stupid sleep and encourage the fascist criminals. Each wants to be exonerated of guilt, each one continues on his way with the most placid, calm conscience. But he cannot be exonerated; he is guilty, guilty, guilty!” - Leaflet from the White Rose resistance movement, 1942. Lees meer

    In today’s episode on Germany, Dominic tells us the heroic story of five German students who founded a non-violent protest group during the most oppressive days of Nazi control.

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  21. 255. Qatar: A History

    17 november 2022 · 52 min

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    It is finally here. Tom and Dominic are embarking upon their mighty World Cup themed extravaganza. Every day they will be releasing a new episode, each one based upon a different country that is competing in the tournament. 32 days, 32 countries, 32 episodes, fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the ride. Lees meer

    First up is Qatar. How did this tiny country in the Middle-East come to play such a prominent role in world affairs? Oil money, controlling the narrative, and western security are all part of the story.

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  22. 254. The World Cup: The Falklands, despots, and corruption (Part 3)

    16 november 2022 · 57 min

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    In their last episode on the World Cup, Tom and Dominic are joined by the face of football, Gary Lineker. They discuss England playing Argentina in the 1986 World Cup in the wake of the Falklands War, the globalisation of the competition that began with USA 1994, and the corruption that surrounds the upcoming tournament in Qatar. Lees meer

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  23. 253. The World Cup: Post-war reconciliation, Brazilian dictatorship, and North Koreans in Middlesbrough (Part 2)

    15 november 2022 · 1 uur 4 min

    Afspelen
    Welcome to the second episode of The Rest Is History's definitive guide to the history of the FIFA World Cup. In this episode, Tom and Dominic discuss the 1953 Match of the Century, post-war reconciliation, Dutch naked pool parties, medicals at NASA, Pickles the dog, and more. Lees meer

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  24. 252. The World Cup: British Imperialism, South American rivalries, and Mussolini (Part 1)

    14 november 2022 · 58 min

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    Welcome to The Rest Is History's definitive guide to the history of the FIFA World Cup, which looks past the football and uncovers the personalities, geopolitics, and drama behind the tournament. Lees meer

    In the first of three episodes, Tom and Dominic debate whether the global game is a product of British Imperialism, vicious South American rivalries, Bolivians playing in berets, the looming shadow of the Second World War, Mussolini, Hitler, and more.

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  25. 251. Alfred the Great: Return of the King (Part 2)

    10 november 2022 · 52 min

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    Battling with the expanding power of the Vikings, listen to Tom and Dominic discover how King Alfred the Great earned his name in the second instalment of our two part series on England's Founding Father. Lees meer

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  26. 250. Alfred the Great: Fury of the Vikings (Part 1)

    7 november 2022 · 55 min

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    Alfred the Great is under invasion from the Vikings. Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss Alfred's anointment by the Pope in Rome, his duality as both a fearsome warrior and a man of poetry, plus his unbelievable escape from a Christmas ambush from Viking invaders.

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  27. 249. Treason in Modern Britain (Part 2)

    3 november 2022 · 54 min

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    Join Tom and Dominic for the second part of their exploration of the history of treason. How has the 1351 treason act impacted Britain and the world since the 17th century? This will be answered as they discuss seismic events such as the trial of Charles I, American independence, and the Easter Rising. Lees meer

    Treason: People, Power and Plot opens at The National Archives on 5th November and runs until 6th April. It is free to all. For all information and to delve deeper please visit nationalarchives.gov.uk/treason.

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  28. 248. Medieval Treason (Part 1)

    31 oktober 2022 · 52 min

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    Join Tom and Dominic at the National Archives as they explore the history of treason in Britain, going right back to the 1351 treason act. How has treason changed since its inception? Why are traitors hanged, drawn, and quartered? What impact did the reformation have upon treason? As these questions are answered, the story will interlink with some of the biggest characters in British history: Richard III, Henry VIII, James I, and more! Lees meer

    Treason: People, Power and Plot opens at The National Archives on 5th November and runs until 6th April. It is free to all. For all information and to delve deeper please visit nationalarchives.gov.uk/treason.

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  29. 247. Monty & Patton vs. the Nazis

    27 oktober 2022 · 58 min

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    Do commanders matter? Were the British generals effective or "foppish"? How did the Allies rebound from huge losses such as the Battle of Dunkirk to victories like Alamein and D-Day? Tom and Dominic are joined by Al Murray to discuss all this and more, following the release of Al’s new book Command: How the Allies Learned to Win the Second World War. Lees meer

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  30. 246. The Fall of Liz Truss

    22 oktober 2022 · 53 min

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    After just 45 days, Liz Truss has resigned. Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic for this special episode to discuss her place in history. Is she Britain's worst ever Prime Minister? Is this the worst crisis in post-war British history? How does she compare to Gordian I? Is Tom Holland getting a peerage? All will be answered.

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  31. 245. Trafalgar: Victory (Part 3)

    21 oktober 2022 · 58 min

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    In this final episode Tom and Dominic discuss the legendary Battle of Trafalgar. Despite being outnumbered and facing the biggest ship in the world, Nelson took the battle to the French and Spanish forces. With the swell on his side, Nelson’s brave leadership from the deck of the Victory gave the British one of their most famous military successes. Join Tom and Dominic as they take you through the battle, Nelson’s death, and its legacy. Lees meer

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  32. 244. Trafalgar: Countdown to Annihilation (Part 2)

    20 oktober 2022 · 55 min

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    In the second episode of Tom and Dominic's Trafalgar trilogy, the stakes could not be higher. They discuss: Napoleon's plan to invade Britain (and the possible repercussions if he did); what developments in naval technology meant for the British and Spanish/French allies; and Nelson's own life, legacy, and strategy to "annihilate the enemy". Lees meer

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  33. 243. Trafalgar: A World at War (Part 1)

    17 oktober 2022 · 49 min

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    Was the Battle of Trafalgar the most decisive battle of the 19th century? Join Tom and Dominic as they embark on a three part series discussing this incredible conflict between the British Royal Navy and combined fleets of the French and Spanish navies, focusing in this episode on the distrust of standing armies vs the Royal Navy, advanced technology used for the first time during Trafalgar, and the martyr-like status of Horatio Nelson, who led the British to victory. Lees meer

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  34. 242. French History on Film

    13 oktober 2022 · 1 uur 24 min

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    Tom and Dominic welcome film critic Muriel Zagha to discuss the home of cinema, France, and its history through ten films, spanning from Vercingétorix to Vichy. Featuring Jean Renoir, Isabelle Adjani, Louis de Funès and many more. Full list: Lees meer

    Jeanne la Pucelle (Jacques Rivette, 1994)
    La reine Margot (Patrice Chéreau, 1994)
    Ridicule (Patrice Leconte, 1996)
    Napoleon (Abel Gance, 1927)
    Les enfants du paradis (Marcel Carné, 1943-45)
    J’accuse (Roman Polanski, 2019)
    La grande illusion (Jean Renoir, 1937)
    Le corbeau (Henri-Georges Clouzot, 1943)
    La grande vadrouille (Gérard Oury, 1966)
    La chinoise (Jean-Luc Godard, 1967)

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  35. 241. Young Churchill: Prisoner and Fugitive (Part 3)

    10 oktober 2022 · 52 min

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    In the final instalment of our series on Young Churchill, learn how Churchill escaped a prisoner of war camp in the Boer War, becoming an imperialist hero. Discover how Churchill sought shelter in rat infested hideaways, escaped in the tight consignment of a train, plus how the simple activity of a hair appointment almost blew his cover... Lees meer

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  36. 240. Young Churchill: Soldier of Empire (Part 2)

    6 oktober 2022 · 55 min

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    Join Tom and Dominic in the second episode of our mini-series on Young Churchill as they dive into his imperial exploits. From Cuba to Sudan, they explore his obsession with adventure, the ambiguities that existed within his own moral universe, and his swashbuckling prose. Lees meer

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  37. 239: Young Churchill: Born to Lead (Part 1)

    3 oktober 2022 · 53 min

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    ‘The child is the father of the man.’ Lees meer

    In the first episode of this mini-series on Young Churchill, Tom and Dominic explore the early life of Winston Churchill. They discuss the cruelty of his parents, his deeply imbued sense of destiny, and the razor sharp wit of the future Prime Minister.

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  38. 238. The Regency Revolution

    29 september 2022 · 58 min

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    How were the bonnets, corsets, and empire line dresses of the Regency period expressive of a revolutionary era? Lees meer

    In this episode, Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook are joined by Hilary Davidson to discuss fashion in early 19th century Britain. Diving into the world of Jane Austen, they look to understand how the unprecedented changes in style were driven by the social, cultural, and political changes of the time.

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  39. 237. Marilyn Monroe

    26 september 2022 · 59 min

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    Actress, singer, model and sex symbol Marilyn Monroe has long been associated with old school Hollywood glamour and American pop culture. But why is she worth studying historically? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss Marilyn's relationship to the Mafia, JFK, the Korean War and her persisting relevance today. Lees meer

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  40. 236. China and World War II (Part 2)

    22 september 2022 · 1 uur 5 min

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    Tom and Dominic welcome back special guest Rana Mitter to discuss China's position during World War Two. Lees meer

    This episode covers the Rape of Nanjing by Japanese forces, the military tactic of flooding the Yellow River, the deal between Chinese Nationalist Wang Jin Wei and Japan, and the unlikely pairing of 'Vinegar Joe' Stilwell and Chiang Kai-shek.

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  41. 235. China and World War II (Part 1)

    20 september 2022 · 1 uur

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    Friend of the show Rana Mitter joins Tom and Dominic this week to discuss the role of China in the Second World War. Lees meer

    In the first of two episodes, Rana, Tom and Dominic cover the fall of the last Emperor and the establishment of a Chinese Republic in 1912, the Opium Wars, warlords, and the Kuomintang uniting China.

    Plus, tune in to find out why Rana argues that the Second World War actually began in 1937...

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  42. 234. Germans Behaving Badly

    15 september 2022 · 58 min

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    Why is modern society so self-obsessed? Lees meer

    The answer may be found in a group of late 18th century German rebels, including the writer Goethe and playwright Friedrich Schiller. Andrea Wulf joins Dominic and Tom in today's episode to discuss the rebels' progressive (and often scandalous) lives and her new book, 'Magnificent Rebels: The First Romantics and the Invention of the Self'.

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  43. 233. The Loch Ness Monster

    12 september 2022 · 1 uur 12 min

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    Does the Loch Ness Monster exist? When was the first mention of it recorded in history? And who are the people who have claimed to have seen it? Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss how a few 'sightings' of a mysterious creature took the world by storm...

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  44. 232. Queen Elizabeth II (Part 2)

    9 september 2022 · 48 min

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    In February 1952, on the death of her father King George VI, the 25-year-old Elizabeth became Queen. During her long reign she was served by 15 Prime Ministers and met an extraordinary array of people. Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland here examine her 70 years as Queen of the United Kingdom & 14 other countries, and head of the Commonwealth.
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  45. 231. Queen Elizabeth II (Part 1)

    9 september 2022 · 47 min

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    The death of the Queen at the age of 96 brings to an end seven decades of her reign over Britain and the Commonwealth. In the first of a two-part series, Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland look back at the early years of Elizabeth’s life, leading up to her coronation.
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  46. 230. Portugal: Football, Fado, and Fascism? (Part 4)

    8 september 2022 · 1 uur

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    In the final chapter of this series on the history of Portugal, Tom and Dominic explore Portugal in the 20th century, the two World Wars, the Miracle of Fatima and dictator Antonio Salazar. Lees meer

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  47. 229. Portugal: Gold, Earthquakes, and Brazil (Part 3)

    7 september 2022 · 55 min

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    Earthquakes, gold rush, and Brazil. Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic for the third episode in this history of Portugal series.

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  48. 228. Portugal: The Golden Age of Discovery (Part 2)

    6 september 2022 · 54 min

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    In the second episode of this Portugal mini-series, Tom and Dominic discuss the Portuguese setting sail for far flung reaches of the world, their relationship with Philip II of Spain, and the impact of Vasco da Gama. Lees meer

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  49. 227. Portugal: On the Edge of the World (Part 1)

    5 september 2022 · 49 min

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    Welcome to The Rest Is History's Portugal mini-series! Lees meer

    In the first of four episodes on Portugal, Tom and Dominic chart the nation's early history: Romans, Visigoths, the Reconquista, alliances with England, and much, much more...

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  50. 226. The Lord of the Rings

    1 september 2022 · 1 uur 4 min

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    Written in stages between 1937 and 1949, The Lord of the Rings is one of the best-selling books ever written, with over 150 million copies sold. Lees meer

    Join Tom and Dominic in the second of two episodes on the life and work of J.R.R. Tolkien, where they discuss the themes of encroaching industrialisation, the air defences of Mordor, and whether the Scouring of the Shire was an allegory for post-war Attlee Britain...

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