Hit and miss
Given the great books that Dalrymple has written, it comes as a surprise (and an annoyance) as to how one eyed he is when he talks about the British in India and, by extrapolation, the British empire in general - some of what he says on the podcast is actually just silly. The other problem I have is that the presenters don’t deep dive (in the way that Holland and Sandbrook do) in subjects they are not specialist in (ie anything outside of India or Persia). Great guests though which should really be allowed to talk more rather be steered towards the presenters’ own somewhat superficial prejudices. All a bit average.
Bartle Frere via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 08/23/24
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Excellent and enlightening
Khalid 20 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 08/30/22
Learnt so much about The East India Company in first two episodes. Really looking forward to the rest!
Weirdfraser via Apple Podcasts · Netherlands · 08/17/22
Highly recommend this podcast. It’s a fascinating listen, with knowledgeable and engaging hosts and I am learning a lot from it.
vic202 via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 08/17/22
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