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“Would give it 6 stars if I could.”
chasewb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/24
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“…the intro “music” is horrible!”
sclb71 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/24/23
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“Great history podcast. Host and guest voices are smooth as butter. Read a review where someone stated the host has a political bias. I’ve found the complete opposite to be true. I think that reviewer may have a political bias that he hasn’t grasped yet.”
bombdopecray via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/23
“They cover interesting topics and provide good insights but the host’s political leanings kind of damper it’s potential. I think it would be the best podcast of this topic type if it were unbiased.”
blamegameistired via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/23
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“Found this as a recommendation from a website while trying to learn more about the Ottoman Empire, and immediately got sucked in. Had to start listening from the beginning and haven’t regretted a single minute spent. Even the topics that I consider myself to be relatively well versed on were...”Read full review »
Knutty18 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/22
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“This is my favorite history podcast. It is warm informative and fun to listen to. Thanks again for your content and I appreciate you!”
Azlunde via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/22
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“Thanks for the fun and informative podcast. I love the format and subjects.
I do like “names and dates” while reading history non-fiction, but these discussions are appealing in another way.
Chapeau!”
RoadiePoser via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/06/22
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“I’m a big fan of Adam’s format as well as the topics his guests choose (although I’m not saying much with the latter since there’s something for everyone to love!). I’ve known very little detail going into episodes for the vast majority of the topics and certainly never know the entire background...”Read full review »
vivalabma91290 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/22
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“I can’t get enough of HI101. A friend recommended this podcast to me for a road trip, and now a couple months after the road trip ended, I’m still listening every day. I love the format of HI101 - you learn so much, but it’s also so approachable and easy to listen to. The episodes are long, but...”Read full review »
ambpod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/21
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“In the month since I have discovered this podcast I have probably listened to at least twenty episodes. I consider this podcast to be of the same quality as the history podcasts made by NPR and the BBC, it’s very good.”
BNE-IAD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/21
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“Super informative well researched content, one of the only podcast with guest that improves the podcast and does not take away from it. Every episode has great info. But the episodes on fascism gave the best description about what fascism I have ever found. Listened every episode all are great,...”Read full review »
patbk100 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/01/21
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“A brilliant history podcast covering a wide range of topics in both an accessible but thorough way.”
S Llewelyn via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/23/21
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“An interesting show, but rather questionable history. The narrator seems more interested in interpreting history and making value judgements than illuminating and explaining.
For example, the presenter is only too willing to describe the horrors of industrialism in Britain, and is frequently...”Read full review »
Mr Superspanky via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/27/21
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“This is such a great podcast! Tells the intriguing and well-researched narrative of major historical events. Highly recommend!”
Ericaryerse via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/25/21
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“A few years ago, got very interested in the fall of the USSR and found this podcast. Have been listening ever since. Awesome job 👏”
Qingdao via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/21
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“So accessible and helps me think about things I thought I understood in new ways. Thank you for your hard work on this!”
oupasla via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/21
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“Love the conspiracy series (4 parts)”
berry83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/21
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“Great History podcast that scratches the surface of many interesting topics!”
Ted885337832117 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/21
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“If you are interested in history - go for this podcast. The interaction between the guest and host works - there’s good strong narrative, but also a bit of back and forth questions from the guest that you the listener might ask. Great stuff!”
Mighty man One .. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/21
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“I've been listening to this podcast for years now, and it never fails to disappoint. An excellent and actually balanced telling of history. HI 101 gets an A+”Read full review »
StonyHawk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/21
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“I love the podcast.
I’m not a big fan of podcasts where people talk to each other , I prefer storytelling but this one of different from all the chatty podcasts. I really love the way the host looks deep inside the topics.
But my cats absolutely hate the theme music.”
Crvlt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/20
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“This is a pretty great podcast. I’ve been listening and relistening for years. Adam covers a lot of topics, so I find myself coming back for reference often.”
chancetheiguana via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/19/20
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“HI101 has opened for me new ways to see the world with more curiosity, understanding and appreciation. Thank you Adam and friends for sharing your knowledge with us. And thanks making my daily commute something to look forward to.”
han-chia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/20
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“This Podcast is worth a listen. Many history Podcasts tend to just scratch the surface. This one takes a more comprehensive narrative approach that is worth a listen if you have the time. I can really tell the host takes great care in preparing for the discussions. Keep up the good work!”
VIR0N via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/20
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“You obviously know a lot, however the pace of the “conversation” is so slow we barely get to hear it.”
Areallnamestaken#1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/20
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“Glad I stumbled upon this one. Very informative and easy to listen to. I've been listening to them non stop.”Read full review »
Troia 1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/20
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“Very chill and insightful conversational history podcast.”
Finftw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/20
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“I really appreciate the enthusiasm of the host with a curiosity and nonjudgment and compassion that makes me want to listen at a time when we are so overwhelmed by opinions and perspective - keep going!”
Alba White via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/20
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“For anyone with an interest in key historical events and their context this is a great show to subscribe to. In depth review but in a light and engaging conversational style.”
Seldom a reviewer. via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
06/02/20
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“I’ve spent an age attempting to find a podcast that mixes historical knowledge with a genuine relaxing tone & entertaining atmosphere. HI101 fits the bill. Nothing feels forced, it’s a conversation just as it’s branded as. I’ve got a massive back catalog to get through, and I look forward to it!”
JaredV25 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/29/20
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“This surpasses Dan Carlin for me as far as entertaining history podcasts. The fact that the episodes are broad but also narrow in focus is great because you get the same sense you get after reading a book on an obscure subject. The podcast also does the format of “one guy explains history to a...”Read full review »
Matt Pleines via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/20
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“This is one of my favorite podcasts!”
Skydivixen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/19
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“I listen to a lot of history podcasts, this guy is excellent.”
Tally Prickle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/19
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“I was searching for a history podcast after binging every Dan Carlin episode known to man. The episode topics are great and Adam is very smart, able to talk about any subject with ease. I highly encourage people to try this podcast. I’ve gained a lot of knowledge on such a wide variety of topics....”Read full review »
Whatukno via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/20/19
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“Found this while looking for something to fill the gap while waiting for other history podcasts. So glad I did, one of the best out there. The topics are fascinating. More importantly the delivery is off the cuff and not stale monotone just some guy reading a script. 10/10”
6221CAS Stopping Smoking via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/09/19
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“Very informative, informal, engaging discussion of important historical events m.”
Markdoc88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/19
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“I recommend this podcast to anyone who are finding it difficult to start learning a new topic because history is confusing but this helps introduce you into many topics simply so that you can learn the real facts it also helps you decide what new topic you want to dive into it or not”
Sprockzen via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/14/19
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“HI101 gives you a solid first overview over a topic without loosing the thread of events in simple listings if names, dates and places. Great way to transfer historical knowledge and really great guys.”
F Aßmann via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
02/16/19
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“One of my favourite history shows. The topics are always extremely interesting and varied. The format of the show w/ guests makes the content both entertaining and easy to follow. Highly recommend!”
Mrmosquito1234 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/06/19
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“Depth of research (despite very occasionally missing a telling detail), pleasant and engaging presentation style (despite upspeak, which can wear on the ears) and almost no BS (remarkable among podcasts) - the parenthesized quibbles mean very little compared to the sincere, decent, intelligent,...”Read full review »
KS Murray via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/19
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“I love this podcast and look forward to every new episode!”
swissleverescapement via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/18
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“First of all, the content is great. I love how accurate it is.
Second of all, if you are going to have a co-host who just sits there and says, “uh huh....yeah...mmm-hm” then just invite me on. I have no radio skills, but I mean come on.
This is my main beef with podcasts. They are like open...”Read full review »
Ron Slonda via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/18
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“Can't.... stop.... listening...
This is one of best historical podcasts in a very very long time, and can't complain on the no ads. 100 episodes in this series and ever one is just as good as the last.
and more Phil please, like c'mon.”Read full review »
PappaJoeP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/26/18
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“As others have noted, Adam does a fantastic job of researching each topic.
I’ve studied a lot more Asian history than European history, which makes this podcast particularly helpful for me, because although his discussions of non-European history are also interesting, the European history...”Read full review »
Conrad Chaffee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/18
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“Love the podcast. Very informative and well explained.”
TeapotHoe via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
08/01/18
“Similar to Dan Carlin's Hardcore History, HI101 is a strongly researched history podcast that tells the 'story' of historical events/people. Adam (host) takes a very objective view of each topic to give an understanding of events but also a good sense of the how and why key figures...”Read full review »
Kephus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/18
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“Adam and his guests do a great job finding interesting subjects and explaining them in an approachable and entertaining way. I especially appreciate the sensitivity and perspective Adam brings to sticky-wicket subjects like religion, moral panics, or colonialism. Start with Colonial South Africa,...”Read full review »
ernomoneen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/18
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“Well spoken and written”
Jade-venn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/18
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“Simple, thoughtful explanations of complex ideas. Excellent work. A little work on production quality would be welcome, mainly having guests speak into their microphone, some are too quiet. A minor complaint, an otherwise enjoyable and informative podcast.”
Kent Parkstreet via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/16/18
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“I want to enjoy this show. I want to sit back and let the host tell an interesting story about history, which he is more than capable of.
That co-host, though. I don't mean to be overly negative, but he really tanks the entire show for me and makes it unlistenable. It seems like 95% of his...”Read full review »
mr teaspoon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/17
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