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The Rest Is History

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Goalhanger

Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook. Explore the stories of History’s most brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events. From the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Nazi conquest of Europe, and Hitler’s evil master plan for world domination, to the French Revolution, the sinking of the Titanic, or the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, Tom and Dominic bring the past to life with gripping storytelling and expert analysis, as they unpack the high-drama moments that shaped our world. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.

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633. Joan of Arc: Saviour of France (Part 2)

How did a young, uneducated peasant girl dressed in men’s clothing, Joan of Arc, plan to c... more

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632. Joan of Arc: Warrior Maid (Part 1)

What are the origins of the legendary Joan of Arc, the famous French maid who saved France... more

05 Jan 2026

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1:09:16

05 Jan 2026

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631. Wagner: LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall

Was Richard Wagner a revolutionary artist who reshaped music forever, or an egotists mired... more

01 Jan 2026

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01 Jan 2026

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630. Tchaikovsky: LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall

What are the complex origins of Russia’s most renowned composer, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky?... more

29 Dec 2025

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29 Dec 2025

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629. WWI: The Christmas Truce

Did the Christmas Truce - which saw a number of unofficial ceasefires between the combatan... more

25 Dec 2025

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25 Dec 2025

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628. Jack The Ripper: The Killer Unmasked (Part 5)

Who are the prime suspects for the identity of Jack the Ripper? Why did he suddenly halt h... more

22 Dec 2025

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22 Dec 2025

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627. Jack The Ripper: From Hell (Part 4)

Why was Jack the Ripper’s final murder the most appalling of all? Who was the mysterious M... more

18 Dec 2025

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18 Dec 2025

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626. Jack The Ripper: The Killer Strikes Again (Part 3)

How did Jack the Ripper manage to strike twice in the same night without getting caught? D... more

15 Dec 2025

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15 Dec 2025

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625. Jack The Ripper: Horror in Whitechapel (Part 2)

Who was Jack the Ripper’s second victim, and why was their murder considered the true star... more

11 Dec 2025

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11 Dec 2025

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The Beatles: The British Invasion, with Conan O’Brien (Part 2)

| This episode is available a week early for members of The Rest Is History Club | What ha... more

10 Dec 2025

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10 Dec 2025

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624. Jack The Ripper: History’s Darkest Mystery (Part 1)

Was Jack the Ripper the first serial killer of all time? Who was his first victim, and why... more

08 Dec 2025

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1:04:08

08 Dec 2025

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623. The Nazis at War: Churchill’s Finest Hour (Part 4)

With Adolf Hitler at the apex of his power during the Second World War, how did he move on... more

04 Dec 2025

1 HR 11 MINS

1:11:43

04 Dec 2025

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The Beatles: The Band that Changed the World, with Conan O’Brien (Part 1)

How did four Liverpool teenagers become the most influential band on earth? What made thei... more

03 Dec 2025

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03 Dec 2025

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622. The Nazis at War: The Fall of France (Part 3)

How did the Battle of Dunkirk unfold in 1940? Why was it one of the key turning points of ... more

01 Dec 2025

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01 Dec 2025

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621. The Nazis at War: Blitzkrieg (Part 2)

When Hitler’s eye fell on Norway and Denmark, how did he and the Nazis enact their terribl... more

27 Nov 2025

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27 Nov 2025

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620. The Nazis at War: Hitler Strikes West (Part 1)

What was Adolf Hitler’s next move, after occupying Czechoslovakia in March 1939, and bruta... more

24 Nov 2025

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24 Nov 2025

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619. Elizabeth I: The Virgin Queen (Part 4)

How was Elizabeth I finally crowned Queen of England, after long years of perilous waiting... more

20 Nov 2025

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1:09:26

20 Nov 2025

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618. Elizabeth I: The Shadow of the Tower (Part 3)

Why did Elizabeth I’s brother, Henry VIII’s heir, Edward VI, choose his cousin Jane Grey t... more

17 Nov 2025

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:18

17 Nov 2025

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617. Elizabeth I: Anne Boleyn's Bastard (Part 2)

What happened to the infant Elizabeth I following the bloody execution of her mother Anne ... more

13 Nov 2025

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1:01:31

13 Nov 2025

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616. Elizabeth I: The Fall of the Axe (Part 1)

How did Elizabeth I’s tumultuous early life in the court of her wife murdering father, Hen... more

10 Nov 2025

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1:07:40

10 Nov 2025

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RIHC: Disney's Legacy, with Bob Iger

What’s the first question people at Disney ask themselves when they have a great idea? How... more

07 Nov 2025

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