Episode 167: The Eagle and the Lion: Rome, Persia and an Unwinnable Conflict with Adrian Goldsworthy
Episode 167: The Eagle and the Lion: Rome, Persia and an Unwinnable Conflict with Adrian Goldsworthy
The epic story of the imperial rivalry between two of the greatest empires of the ancient world – Parthian and Persian –... Read more
22 Jun 2023
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25mins
Episode 166: History of Modern Terrorism with Dr James Crossland.
Episode 166: History of Modern Terrorism with Dr James Crossland.
In this epsiode, we discuss Dr James Crossland's new book 'The Rise of Devils: Fear and the Origins of Modern Terrorism'... Read more
6 Jun 2023
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29mins
Episode 165: Siege of Paris 1870 with David Lawday
Episode 165: Siege of Paris 1870 with David Lawday
A Time in Paris is the new book by historical novelist David Lawday, the author of the critically-acclaimed book 'Danton... Read more
29 May 2023
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32mins
Episode 164: Bombing of Hiroshima & Nagasaki. 'Road to Surrender' with Evan Thomas.
Episode 164: Bombing of Hiroshima & Nagasaki. 'Road to Surrender' with Evan Thomas.
In this episode, we interview Historian, Journalist & New York Times bestselling Author Evan Thomas about his brand ... Read more
21 May 2023
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22mins
Episode 163: Biden in Ireland 2023. Reflections & Review.
Episode 163: Biden in Ireland 2023. Reflections & Review.
US President Biden has just finished his visit to Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. What are the historical ... Read more
17 Apr 2023
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16mins
Episode 162: Versus History Essay Prize 2023 #VHEssayPrize
Episode 162: Versus History Essay Prize 2023 #VHEssayPrize
We are delighted to announce the launch of the Versus History Essay Prize 2023 (#VHEssayPrize). Full details can found v... Read more
13 Apr 2023
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7mins
Episode 161: 'Kisses on a Postcard' with Dominic Frisby
Episode 161: 'Kisses on a Postcard' with Dominic Frisby
In this episode, we interview actor, historian, podcaster and playwright Dominic Frisby about evacuation from London dur... Read more
30 Mar 2023
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39mins
Episode 160: Britpop & Jungle. The sound of 90s Britain.
Episode 160: Britpop & Jungle. The sound of 90s Britain.
In this exciting episode of the Versus History Podcast, we have something a little different. We discuss the 1990s and t... Read more
13 Mar 2023
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1hr 9mins
Episode 159: The Dress Diary of Mrs Anne Sykes: Secrets from a Victorian Woman’s Wardrobe with Kate Strasdin
Episode 159: The Dress Diary of Mrs Anne Sykes: Secrets from a Victorian Woman’s Wardrobe with Kate Strasdin
In this episode, we interview Kate Strasdin, who is a dress historian who has been fascinated by old clothes since she w... Read more
5 Mar 2023
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18mins
Episode 158: The long view - the news today with hindsight ...
Episode 158: The long view - the news today with hindsight ...
In this episode, the editorial team meets at the Future Learning Summit to discuss the news today (25/02/23). We look at... Read more
25 Feb 2023
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12mins