Reviews
“An awesome, irrelevant look at ancient history! Thank you for this enjoyable podcast.”
Mo Collins via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“Seriously, I can’t pick one. I love the long story arcs, I love the random deep dives, I love the spicy cold opens… everything!!”
BiancaBabbyyy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“I JUST discovered this podcast. I can’t remember how, probably via one of my many others. This one is ADDICTIVE and fun & it kicked off my perennial obsession with Pompeii & Vesuvius and introduced me to the wonderful Eloise Harper’s novels set there. I cannot WAIT until the tackle the...”Read full review »
Scribble Jotter via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/25/24
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“A history podcast by a pair of non-historians - it’s fun and light, even when tackling some ugly subjects.”
bmccann42 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/16/24
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“This podcast is great, and informative. I love their interesting progressive new take on the ancient world! My only complaint is that the jokes occasionally fall flat and it can occasionally ruin the story as they seem to tend to forget that it is a history podcast and not about random topics”
hsdjkdmdhdkskhakdhdjd53848 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/14/24
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“Love love love this podcast! I’m flying through the episodes. I can’t get enough. The hosts are the best! To not listen is a mistake. A refreshing review of history from women for women and men ;)”
MaddieEHF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/10/24
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“This podcast gives a wonderful detailed and often times humorous way of looking at historical events. Each episode is well written, well researched and wonderful delivered. Both of the host make you wish you where sitting with them, having a glass of wine and discussing historical events...”Read full review »
AnnaliseKE via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/23
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“I absolutely love this history podcast and can’t recommend it enough. Hosts Jen and Jenny deliver fascinating real stories and myths from across a wide spectrum of ancient histories - they manage to be hilarious, informative, casual and at the same time delivering super well researched...”Read full review »
artwitchinberlin via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
11/29/23
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“I actually love this podcast, discovered it a few weeks ago and I swear I listen to an episode at least a day now while I’m doing things!
Update: it’s been like 2 years
I am still in love with these lasses. So funny, the best time, still on constant rotation in my podcast line up!!”
Ukulele owner via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/29/23
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“Ancient History Fangirl is one of my Top 3 favorite podcasts! I’ve been listening to this podcast for three or so years and I look forward to every new episode. I’ve learned so much about the ancient world through these two amazing podcasters. I love the human lens they bring to the subject...”Read full review »
HalHunts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/23
“Who would have thought that there were refugees from Pompeii? This podcast is refreshingly informative. Love their take and the banter as well.
Also, if you find a section unsuited to your tastes, fast forward. 😂”
*AWP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/28/23
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“I appreciate that these two know their subject but it is unusual for me to stop listening to a podcast but I could not listen to their child-like comments and the fact that they think they are funny any longer. If only they stuck to the history.”
DBSPMJOF via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/30/23
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“Interesting subject matter but terrible presentation. I don’t need to hear ten times that you are a Manhattan copywriter or that you don’t have a Hugo nomination whatever that is. The hosts devolve into crude comments befitting of a seventh grader. Cut out the awkward attempted and just cover...”Read full review »
greg2956 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/23
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“A friend recommended this podcast to me and even though I already have 30-40 podcasts in rotation, I picked this one up. Well I’m now behind in all my other podcasts because I just can’t stop listening to this one!
Genn and Jenny tell these historical events and describe the people and places...”Read full review »
AskJamers via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/23
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“Jen and Jenny are funny and are honest with history. Even with darker subjects, they keep that bit of humour that keeps it from being depressing. They’re able to keep me hooked on subjects I’m not passionate about, such as Julius Caesar and Cleopatra.”
CassandraH18 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/13/23
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“Thank you Genn and Jenny - you do a wonderful job of bringing ancient history to life in a way that’s approachable and funny. You are very appreciated!”
Kirstin831 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/23
“Initially found the first season quite interesting, with a wide array of subjects. As the show went on however, the commentary and humor kept clashing with the history and led to my removal of the podcast from my rotation.
For those who enjoy history podcasts with critical humor, this may be...”Read full review »
Mopedimus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/23
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“By god! Please write the children of Germanicus: gost busters”
ZezeNil via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“they’re awesome i would listen to the talk about any history for hours. their presentation, banter, and analysis is so satisfying. i didn’t realize how good this podcast was until i tried listening to some other history podcasts. as the old adage goes you don’t know what you have til it’s gone..”
SimplyUr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/23
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“This is an amazing podcast that me and my cat enjoy when we are bored and practically all the time. I also learned so much such as keep your friends close and your war elephants closer and I can’t wait for more seasons. You go Girls!🫧💯”
kitty{}night][dark via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/09/23
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“Genn and Jenny bring their love of history and unabashed nerdy-ness to create a show that is equal parts entertaining and informative. I have listened to every episode and often find myself going back in the archives to replay some of my favorites. Listening to the podcast is like listening to a...”Read full review »
san_filippo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/23
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“I love the length of the episodes and the mix of fun and fact. You can tell from listening how much research and love go into this podcast. I have learned so much and am really excited for the newest season! 100% recommend!”
foxbean via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/21/23
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“I started listening to Genn and Jenny’s drunk myths with Liv from Myths, Baby and started listening to AHFG not long after. That was like 3 months ago - I’ve listened to the almost entire backlog of regular and patreon episodes. Genn and Jenny are hysterical. I love the banter back and forth, the...”Read full review »
emilyannkaban via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/23
“Overzealous bimbos without any degree or education on their topics that they didn’t Google off an actual professional who already has a podcast that most likely doesn’t include blasphemy. I bet your both ugly and salty with God about it :) Google Image anyone?”
My New Least Fav via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/23
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“These two women make my day. I have 2 degrees focused primarily in the classics and I just finished their arc about Rome…the humor and in depth coverage of history makes my little nerdy classics heart flutter.”
victoriaschair via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/23
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“I found this podcast around a year ago and was immediately hooked!
The way that Genn and Jenny talk about ancient history is so engaging, it feels like you’re just having a conversation with a group of friends.
I have now listened to every episode, signed up to the Patreon and have even...”Read full review »
arayson3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/02/23
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“Wow! I love this show so much! It has had me laughing out loud and also weeping (for days! The Sacred Band!). Genn and Jenny pull you into their conversation and it feels like you are having the most fascinating chat with friends. I am completely addicted and listening in is such a treat.”
JenBird007 via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
03/30/23
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“This podcast got me hooked on ancient history so bad and now I can’t shut up about Agripina, Cesar, war elephants and sexuality in the ancient world. And it’s like having a chat with your friends while learning super interesting stuff about history.”
HappyMaenad via Apple Podcasts ·
Czech Republic ·
03/25/23
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“I love the material covered in this show not to mention hosts are so charming!!!”
atnaflan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/23
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“Has been consistently been on my top 10 list of goto podcasts since I first heard them. The breadth and depth that they go into their subjects is wonderful, and they always make it fun. Highly recommended.”
folkengine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/23
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“Neither presenter is a historian, so don’t expect learned presentation of the facts. Still, it is enjoyable for people with just a general interest in the subject matter.
Unfortunately, too much effort is devoted to finding misogyny in the sources where often none exists.”
Anth0711 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/23
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“This podcast is an absolute rock bottom atrocious failed attempt of a history content.”
SanAndun via Apple Podcasts ·
Czech Republic ·
02/06/23
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“Points for choosing interesting topics. No points for delivery, and many points off for modern politics and for stupid giggling and squeaking etc. I’m female and I can’t stand it.”
Jonesy8888 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/23
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“Who doesn’t like your cold opens? I actually don’t think that title does them justice! Preamble prose, you’re a formidable writer and orator! Also, your podcast really sneaks into those corners of history I’ve always wanted to see. SO well done, much appreciated.”
HauteCanadian via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/02/23
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“Wildly interesting and absolutely hilarious, i am often laughing to myself at my desk or around the house and dread someone asking me why… i cannot possibly tell them that it’s because of a fictional conversation with ghost julius caesar 😂”
Katie Grace B via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/23
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“I am disgusted by the ignorance, the smugness and the language”
jackojackjack via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
01/24/23
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“I found this podcast a few years back while searching for something to fill the Drunk History sized void in my heart and I immediately fell in love with it. Coincidentally, I got pregnant with our daughter while in the midst of binging every episode. Just a few weeks ago, I was letting her play...”Read full review »
TV_isbad4u via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/23
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“I really enjoyed your show. I heard the three episodes on Boudicca and it was packed full of interesting information. Carry on the great work.
I’m not from the US so not really aware of the culture of your country. Maybe that is why I was really uncomfortable with all the swear words in your...”Read full review »
Fg1279 via Apple Podcasts ·
India ·
12/04/22
“This cast is great because it’s hosts are excellent storytellers and they pick fun topics to tell stories about. Their POV is lighthearted and not at all reverential. Some of the topics are wacky and eccentric, but that just adds to the fun. This ain’t Thucydides… it’s more Herodotus meets...”Read full review »
cdholst via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/11/22
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“A friend recommended this to me when I started studying Cleopatra in a uni module and I’ve become completely hooked, working my way through the back catalogue. They even kept me company through covid.
Passionate and informative, with refreshing takes that will upset all the right people, I love...”Read full review »
j3lb3ll via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/07/22
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“By idiots, for idiots, pretending to be something worthy of consumption. I am appalled.”
docjkm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/22
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“This podcast feels like listening to your friends give a drunk info dump on their latest hyperfixation and I enjoy it every week. The episodes are funny and well researched while not feeling like you’re stuck in a stuffy lecture hall. If Mark Antony could count, he’d give this a 10/10 starts.”
Someonestakara via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/22
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“"Maybe we can make money off of podcasting! You like History a little bit, right? Not really? Me neither, but history is a really broad topic! This will be so easy! They even have a category for history podcasts, so all we have to do is make our podcast completely history themed, and stay in...”Read full review »
jodoin1425 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/26/22
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“As an ancient history nerd I can’t get enough of these two! Jen & Jenny delve into ancient and modern sources so you don’t have to! Just hit the play button and be entertained with their take on events long gone by. You will find yourself laughing as these two decide pastasaurus is much...”Read full review »
AlexanderWodinaz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/22
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