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“This stands as not only the best audio drama, but the best podcast period. I can listen to these seasons on repeat and it’s amazing every single time.”
Axten82 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/24
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“This is clearly propaganda”
Thrash907 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/24
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““Astonishingly brilliant””
Concern Guest via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/24
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“Intense. Engaging. Totally insane. Top-knotch production. Really a quality of podcast that is exceedingly rare. The story of the aftermath of Lincoln’s assassination is almost too crazy to believe. Nothing but plot twists.”
Gfsfvhjgdvgxf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
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“What else can I say that hasn’t been said already about this podcast. Absolutely one of the most captivating and well done podcast you will ever listen to. Full stop. Wish their were more podcasts like this.”
jluv81 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/16/24
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“This is truly the best podcast I have ever listened to. We need more historical drama podcasts like 1865, and I’m praying for season 3 or a follow up series.”
FeralEmu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“This show is incredible. The voice acting is absolute perfection. The production quality, the storytelling, it’s amazing. I’m not a history buff, but I loved it.”
Cutler29 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/16/24
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“This is amazing, wonderful mix of education and entertaining; you really need to turn this into a tv show! Great writing and researching!”
Bookoholic338 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/24
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“History belongs to everyone, not just Liberals. I stopped listening when they referred to James Comey as a modern day example of Edwin Stanton. Unreal. That made me immediately question anything else that was said up until then. I cannot listen any longer because I don’t have confidence in that...”Read full review »
Jasny3068 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/23
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“This show has made me obsessed. Recently bought a house right next t Chickamauga battlefield and it has entailed me in the history of the Civil war. This podcast has been an exciting source of entertainment and knowledge. Every thing about it is on point from the sound quality and production to...”Read full review »
Derek RL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/23
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“Awesome podcast!!”
Numbers80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/23
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“I loved this! More Audio Dramas. Lindsey Graham got me here. Listen to many of his pods, and I’m so happy I found 1865. This worked in the days of radio, and it still works now”
Nuckhead via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/15/23
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“Once again, the podcast was great until the writers were interviewed and got political. Let the story speak for itself instead of bringing in modern political biases. Bummer…”
VoicedNeedsHeard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
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“Came into this late, but blown away from this podcast. The production value, music, and voice acting are top notch and the story is so interesting you’ll find yourself scowering wikipedia after an episode. One of the best I’ve listened to.”
ZStreet via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/23
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“I was never a history buff in school. Texts were dry and classes too sterile. I am thoroughly enjoying this series. And I’m a researcher. I trust nothing without validation. So far, so good. Clearly some political license taken here - but in a way that stays true to the known historical...”Read full review »
JMT7844 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/23
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“At first I found it hard to figure out what was true. Then I realized they had an “inside the episode” for each episode which answered all my questions. Well done!!
Between this and American History Tellers I am learning so much American History. Thank you!!!”
Piranga via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/23
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“I listened to episodes on my daily walks, sometimes walking for hours so I could find out what happened next. The level of detail (much of it true) makes the fascinating stories come alive. The characters are amazingly performed by talented actors. This is one of the best podcasts I’ve heard; I...”Read full review »
sallygab via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
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“I was hooked on this podcast right away. Thank you to everyone at 1865 for bringing this story or rather these stories to life. I was in tears more than once. 💔”
Chelsalulu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/23
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“Nice job guys. Wish I could be part of the discussion. The Comey comparisons don’t look as clear today as when you recorded this. Try to stick to history and leave parallels to today out as the history of today is still to be written. We could also look at this history as how democrats have long...”Read full review »
moving on-missu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/23
“Great work guys! I loved both season 1 and 2. Is there anything planned in the future for more dramas on the “Wondery” platform? Awesome job, again!!
-Matt White”
Matty1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/23
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“Recommend this to everyone. Production value alone is terrific!”
capitalgs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/23
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“I was hunting around for a podcast to listen to while I worked the graveyard shift at my job, and I stumbled upon 1865 purely accidentally. I immediately fell in LOVE- I’ve always been extremely interested in the Civil War and Reconstruction and this podcast has sent me into yet another 19th...”Read full review »
Sarcasticninja via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/23
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“Great writing and performances make this a high recommend for listening!”
richtersaurus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/22
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“Jeremy Schwartz is the absolute best! Spot on with character and should be the voice of everything!”
sglyde97 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/22
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“1865 has been one of the best podcast I have listened to. Great Job!!”
ArLLn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/22
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“I originally listened to the first episode simply because I like the other podcasts that Lindsay Graham has produced. I was blown away. This podcast will keep your interest and have you eager to hear the next episode. The acting is superb and the sound effects, including the music, really keep...”Read full review »
Best I’ve Heard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/22
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“These are way better than watching any prime time TV show. Thanks for picking the perfect cast and writing amazing scripts.”
dwhkxdi27359 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/22
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“Loving this! The actors were superb especially the actor voicing Stanton.”
Eureeka rebekka via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/22
“I love the show and look forward to my walks where I get to enjoy the show. I heard an ad today, despite paying for a subscription. This seems to be an error as I haven’t heard any other ads and am nearly through the 2nd season. Hey Wondery…can you fix that? The ad was in episode 8 in season 2.”
DannyQuinn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/22
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“Gripping and nuanced. The story, the acting, the score, all were epic quality performances. Could listen to 100 years of this!”
mantis eats via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/19/22
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“I hated history in school but this podcast brings history to life. I got hooked. Love it but also makes you realize how dirty politics really are and under what immense pressure presidents need to make decisions. I can sympathize with Grants decision not to run for a third term.”
SigHimmel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/22
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“Love, love this audio drama! I’m extremely interested in history and it’s hard for me to stop listening once I get started. You’ll did a great job. I really like the bonus episodes and how you’ll discuss opinions and facts.”
lorymom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/22
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“America’s finest pod!!”
Ronald1776be via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/22
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“Great story telling. First season was very good, but the narrative of season two reinforces an unfair portrait of Grant’s struggles with alcohol. The creators address the choice in an inside the episode segments…but it’s a poor choice. Grant is a giant among American leaders he deserves a fair...”Read full review »
michael67b via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/14/22
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“What a great show! I’m actually learning some new stuff about this well worn path of American history! Bravo, guys! And for what it’s worth, I’m an army brat, colonel’s kid, battlefield visiting lifelong history buff.”
JJRROMI via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/22
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“One question. I don’t see episode S1 episode 16.
But otherwise, this is great especially the fact vs artistic license episodes. So much insight! Feel free to make more!”
Hmeisen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/22
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“Fantastic podcast, hang on every episode.”
PEGA JR via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/30/22
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“This is the best podcast/audiodrama I have ever heard. The acting is superb as well as the sound effects that make for a remarkably immersive experience.”
TippecanoeAndTylerLockettToo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/22
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“Melodramatic and insufferable. I made it through the first 3 1/2 episodes and called it quits. It tells a story about an incredibly important and interesting time in American history, but I just could not tolerate the soap-opera style and 3-4 advertising breaks per episode. I really wouldn’t put...”Read full review »
PatrickMartinez4 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/21
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“I can’t even believe this podcast can be so good. The voice acting is dead on. The drama is jaw dropping. I don’t have enough words.”
mmmsophisticatedmama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/21
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“I can’t fathom how this project got the green light. It’s a bunch of white men using the n-word as often as possible. So many characters have similar gruff pompous voices it’s hard to tell who is talking even though they announce it during every scene. This is why more diversity is such an asset...”Read full review »
~ Violet ~ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/15/21
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“I have to say, scripted/acted out podcasts have not been my favorite. I prefer the “straight to the facts,” type of podcasts about history. But oh my gosh, this one is just SO good. The acting, the history, the etiquette of conversation between the characters/actors, is just so good. I imagine...”Read full review »
thetexasjuice via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/21
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“I am early on this series and, at first, I shied away because of some of the artistic license taken with things that are not definitively known to history. But for this kind of Podcast, I can see why you have to make those type of choices. And in the “Inside the Episode” podcasts the authors do...”Read full review »
Tzc2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/21
“I love scripted podcasts, and this one is just phenomenal.
It begins right as President Lincoln is assassinated at Ford’s Theatre in Washington DC, just days after the confederate army surrendered at Appomattox and the Civil War started to come to a close. It dramatizes the chaos surrounding a...”Read full review »
Bringo Danglemouth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/21
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“Wonderful show. The dramatic “radio theatre” nostalgia combined with the quality acting and scrupulous historic narrative are irresistible! Thank you.”
tan jonny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/21
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“Having read brilliant Team of Rivals, Lincoln, Grant, Lincoln’s Boys, etc, and my great great Ohio 126, battle of the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Monocacy: his diaries and letters home—- so much invaluable incisive information in this pivotal period of 1865, brought to life in much more powerful...”Read full review »
LRB1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/21
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“Such an immersive podcast. I really felt I was part of the story, it is hard to turn off. I first started listening at work, but I found myself listening to this podcast at home and on car rides. Love this podcast!”
gH native via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/21
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“I had never been able to get into a crippled podcast with actors playing historical parts but this is just SO good and SO engaging. Jeremy Schwartz deserves the voice acting version of an Oscar for his portrayal of Edwin M. Stanton.”
el Boominator via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/21
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“I loved this audio drama and the behind the scenes episodes. Such an enriching way to share history. Excellent and thoughtful writing and production. Top notch acting. High quality awesomeness all around! More please!!!!”
Chica1rt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/21
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