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The Rest is History vs Your Own Backyard
The Rest is History
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The Rest is History is a highly acclaimed British history podcast hosted by two historians known for their erudite yet accessible storytelling. Listeners consistently praise the show for its deep research, frequent release schedule, and the strong chemistry between the hosts, which is characterized by dry wit and sarcastic British humor. The podcast covers a vast array of topics, often through multi-episode series that provide comprehensive deep dives into subjects ranging from the French Revolution to the Titanic.
Pros
- Expert hosts who are published authors in the field
- Engaging chemistry featuring 'dry British wit' and banter
- Extensive and deep catalog with frequent new episodes
- High-quality research that remains accessible without being 'dumbed down'
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The Rest is History has lots and lots of WW2 episodes. And lots of episodes about other historical topics. It's crazy how much they release.
The rest is history is pretty good
The Rest is History and Behind the Bastards are both really good history pods and have deep catalogues.
The Rest is History is perfect for this. They recently did a series on Jack the Ripper. Also recommend the episodes on: - The Titanic - Man in the Iron Mask - Gen. Custard (shockingly interesting/entertaining) - Revolutionary War
The Rest is History podcast did a 4 episode series on King Leopold's reign of terror on the Congo. It's an achingly tragic, engrossing and enlightening listen- hands down my favourite podcast series I listened to this year.
Your Own Backyard
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Your Own Backyard. Absolutely exceptional
Your Own Backyard and S-town match that quality.
I just finished Your Own Backyard and it is EXCELLENT!!
For me, Bear Brook and Your Own Backyard are the top two of investigative podcasts. ... Your Own Backyard covers a missing person case with insane details and the reporting is done together with the family of the victim. The podcast was super important in finally getting some justice.
I’m looking for recommendations of podcasts similar to Serial, S*Town, Your Own Backyard, Bear Brook, etc.