Dan Snow's History Hit

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  • Historian Dan Snow investigates the 'how' and 'why' of history's defining moments.


    From the Colosseum of Ancient Rome and the battlefields of Waterloo to the tomb of Tutankhamun, Dan journeys across the globe to share the greatest stories from the past that help us understand the present.


    New episodes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.


    You can get in touch with us at ds.hh@historyhit.com


    A podcast by History Hit, the world's best history channel and creators of award-winning podcasts The Ancients, Gone Medieval, and Betwixt the Sheets.


    Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.

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  • Vasco da Gama and The Rise of the Portuguese Empire

    Vasco da Gama and The Rise of the Portuguese Empire
    Jan 9 2025

    Dan tells the epic story of Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, whose daring voyages at the turn of the 16th century laid the foundations for the Portuguese Empire. From navigating treacherous waters to forging vital trade routes with India, da Gama's exploits reshaped the world’s economic and political landscape. Dan explores the ambition, challenges, savage conquests and exploits of the Portuguese across Asia and Africa that marked the beginning of Europe & Christianity's domination of the globe.


    Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and graphic descriptions of violence.


    Written by Dan Snow, produced by Mariana Des Forges and edited by Max Carrey


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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • How to Survive a Medieval Crusade

    How to Survive a Medieval Crusade
    Jan 7 2025

    What would it have been like to go on a medieval crusade? What dangers would you have faced on the gruelling journey to the Holy Land, and what would it have been like once you arrived?


    Dan and Matt Lewis, host of the 'Gone Medieval' podcast, discuss the logistical nightmares, deadly battles and harsh conditions faced by crusaders, and the brutal realities of these Church-sanctioned religious expeditions.


    Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Max Carrey.


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    37 mins
  • Rome's Greatest Humiliation: Roman Empire vs Germanic Tribes

    Rome's Greatest Humiliation: Roman Empire vs Germanic Tribes
    Jan 5 2025

    In 9 AD, the rebel chieftain Arminius and his confederation of Germanic tribes ambushed three Roman legions in the Teutoburg Forest. For days the Romans were relentlessly stalked through the woods and pounced on by their pursuers. All told, up to 20,000 Romans were killed in the chaos, and only a handful were able to escape. The battle proved to be one of Rome's most devastating defeats, and left a scar in the Roman psyche for generations to come.


    In this Explainer episode, Dan explores the historical context for the battle and its profound consequences for Roman strategy and expansion. He's helped by Dr. Simon Elliott, who provides deeper insights into how the Roman military worked, and where its vulnerabilities lay.


    Warning: this episode contains accounts of violence that some listeners may find disturbing.


    Written and produced by Dan Snow, and edited by Max Carrey.


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    58 mins

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A hit

Amazing well worth a listen if you like history you really can't go wrong great for history homework for kids

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Brilliant

Best podcast for history and storytelling I’ve come across, highly recommend, thanks Dan mate, legend 👍🏻

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Excellent

Just excellent. Pick any episode that appeals. They are all great fun, informative, and well produced.

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A great resource

I love being able to skip between historical periods, dipping in and out of topics that catch my eye. I can always find something that interests me.

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Excellent Series

This is a great series of interesting podcasts covering an incredibly wide range of topics from the history of crypto currency to ancient Rome. Definitely recommended.

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Just great

Great to listen to, I'm glad I found this. You have got to give this a try

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interesting

a very interesting interview I must say I cant wait to read james book .

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Good history snippets

The length is about right and the subject matter is usually of interest. Bit of lefty political bias comes through but just have to ignore that.

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Amazingly interesting….

Spent many interesting hours learning history in a fun and accessible way. I highly recommend this podcast.

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Such a fantastic story teller

Dan tells historical stories with such aplomb. I am slightly obsessed and am working my way through episodes quickly!

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