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January 12, 2026

The Rest Is History | 634. Joan of Arc: Heroine in Chains (Part 3)

How was Charles VII, with the help of Joan of Arc, able to fight his way to Reims to be crowned in the ancient seat of French kings? Why was she able to continually defeat the formidable soldiers of England, in battle? And, how was Joan’s legendary ascent finally brought shatteringly down, as she fell into the hands of her dreaded English enemies…? Join Tom and Dominic as the discuss the apex of Joan of Arc’s many triumphs, her continued war with the English, and the terrible moment that would see her captured, cast in irons, and put on trial for her life… Video Editor: Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Producer: Tabby Syrett Senior Producer: Theo Young-Smith

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Adam Thornton, Harry Balden, Aaliyah Akude, Tabby Syrett, Theo Young-Smith

October 23, 2025

The Rest Is History | Julius Caesar, with Mary Beard

What is the main difference between Julius Caesar and Alexander the Great? When did Julius Caesar become one of the major players of the Roman Republic? What was the true nature of Caesar’s relationship with Cleopatra? How did he manage to defeat his enemies to become Dictator of Rome for life? And, how did he finally meet his violent, blood-spattered end? In the third episode of this exclusive new series on ancient history, Tom is joined again by the world renowned classicist Mary Beard, to discuss Julius Caesar: the legendary Roman general who changed Rome forever, and doomed himself along the way… Senior Producer: Theo Young-Smith Producer: Tabby Syrett Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Jack Meek Social Producer: Harry Balden

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Mary Beard, Theo Young-Smith, Tabby Syrett, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Meek, Harry Balden

July 27, 2025

The Rest Is History | 586. Mary, Queen of Scots: The Battle for Scotland (Part 3)

Following the death of her husband, the King of France, was the glamorous Mary welcomed back to Scotland, her kingdom since infancy, with open arms or deep suspicion? Did she handle the precarious situation in which she found herself well, or recklessly? Did the majority of Scottish nobles side with Mary, or plot to usurp her in the shadows? When her eye turned on the crown of her wealthier neighbour, England, how did its reigning queen, Elizabeth I, react? And, who was the man that Mary choose to take as her second husband…? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss Mary Queen of Scots’ polarising return to her native land of Scotland, riven by religious factionalism and political disquiet, and the terrible dangers of being a Scottish queen in more than name alone. Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Tabby Syrett, Aaliyah Akude, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

September 8, 2024

The Rest Is History | 491. History’s Greates Beards: From Egyptian Queens to Medieval Conquerors

What did Marcus Aurelius, Jesus, and Ragnar Lothbrok all have in common? Apart from their notorious and symbolic deaths, all three men boasted luscious beards. Throughout history, beards have posed quite the conundrum for all those able to grow them. While some Roman emperors chose to outlaw beards in retaliation to the Greek penchant for hipster stubble, others chose to grow them long and strong to demonstrate their machismo and sexual prowess. The question of “to beard or not to beard” is one which has puzzled men (and women!) over the course of civilisation, leading to hairy battles and questionable postiches but, in this miniseries, Tom and Dominic settle the great debate once and for all. Join our clean shaven hosts as they wade through the long and scraggly history of the beard. From Alexander the Great’s ingenious beardless marketing strategy to the chinstrap beards of Ancient Egypt, prepare to have your mind blown by the remarkable power of facial hair. Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Anouska Lewis, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

June 13, 2024

The Rest Is History | Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic (Extract)

To coincide with the re-release of Rubicon in audiobook, now with Tom Holland himself narrating it, we have the book’s introduction for you to enjoy. Rubicon is a story of incomparable drama. This was the century of Julius Caesar, the gambler whose addiction to glory led him to the banks of the Rubicon, and beyond; of Cicero, whose defence of freedom would make him a byword for eloquence; of Spartacus, the slave who dared to challenge a superpower; of Cleopatra, the queen who did the same.

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook

June 6, 2024

The Medieval Podcast | The Capetians with Justine Firnhaber-Baker

As far as ruling houses go, France's Capetian dynasty easily gives the Plantagenets a run for their money in power, prestige, and scandal. This week, Danièle speaks with Justine Firnhaber-Baker about the fierce and fascinating Capetian dynasty, how they made medieval France, and how they changed the world. You can support The Medieval Podcast on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists This podcast is made possible by the generous support of listeners like you! To find out how to help spread the joy of medieval history, please visit patreon.com/themedievalpodcast

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Danièle Cybulskie, Justine Firnhäber-Baker

May 17, 2024

De MOON: De Moderne Oudheid in Nederland

De MOON heeft als voornaamste doel de alomtegenwoordigheid van de oudheid te laten zien, waarbij er wordt benadrukt dat deze door iedereen uit de samenleving gebruikt en opnieuw uitgevonden wordt. Daarnaast streeft het tijdschrift naar de diversiteit van de oudheid belichten, die verder reikt dan enkel de Romeinse en Griekse geschiedenis. Dit alles doet De MOON door auteurs en redactieleden uit verschillende vakgebieden samen te brengen. De leden van de redactie van De MOON komen vanuit zeer diverse achtergronden (Klassieke Talen, Geschiedenis, Kunstgeschiedenis, Engels, Religiewetenschappen), maar wij zijn verbonden door onze interesse in de oudheid. De redactie is verantwoordelijk voor het samenstellen van het tijdschrift en het publiceren van blogposts op onze website.

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June 26, 2023

The Rest Is History | 345. Raiders of the Lost Ark (Part 1)

The most important object in the universe, but also a somewhat invisible presence in the Bible, the Ark of the Covenant has fuelled stories for millennia, whether as a weapon of mass destruction, an elaborate filling cabinet for sacred laws, or as the very location where God and man meet. Join Tom and Dominic as they delve into the mysteries surrounding the Ark of the Covenant, its creation, its importance and its eventual disappearance… Producer: Theo Young-Smith Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

May 8, 2023

The Rest Is History | 330. Herodotus: The Birth of History

Born on the Western edge of an empire that stretched all the way to India, Herodotus was a Greek historian of the 5th century BC. His major work The Histories, a long and detailed account of the Greco-Persian Wars and the cultures of the ancient world, is considered the founding work of History in Western literature. Herodotus was known for his thorough research, his use of eyewitness accounts, and his engaging storytelling style, and was not impervious to feuding with other historians… Join Tom and Dominic as they look into the life of the "father of History". Producer: Theo Young-Smith Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor

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Tom Holland, Dominic Sandbrook, Theo Young-Smith, Jack Davenport, Tony Pastor

February 1, 2023

3. Was het een vergissing? | Podcastserie Het bombardement op Nijmegen

In de derde en laatste aflevering onderzoeken we hoe het in de dagen, maanden en jaren na het bombardement met Addy, Ria, Frans en Hanny gaat. De families van Ria en Addy zijn de stad ontvlucht en komen langzaam weer op adem bij familie buiten de stad. En ook Hanny en Frans proberen het leven weer op te pakken. Maar wat ging er nou eigenlijk precies mis. Waarom werd een Nederlandse stad gebombardeerd door de Amerikanen? Dat waren toch onze vrienden? Was het een vergissing zoals het bombardement zo vaak wordt genoemd? Of steekt de waarheid net wat ingewikkelder in elkaar? Over de podcastserie: Op 22 februari 1944 werd Nijmegen gebombardeerd door Amerikaanse vliegtuigen. In een paar minuten tijd vielen er meer dan 200 Amerikaanse bommen op de stad. Een groot deel van het historische centrum werd weggevaagd en er vielen bijna 800 doden. Nu, bijna 80 jaar na dato is in het Nijmeegse straatbeeld nog steeds goed te zien, waar ooit de bommen vielen. In de podcastserie ‘Het bombardement op Nijmegen’ gaan theatermaker Annigje de Winter en filmmaker Sonja Willems op zoek naar persoonlijke verhalen over het bombardement en zoeken ze uit wat er precies misging op 22 februari 1944.

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Joost Rosendaal